Baseball News

The brash young outfielder has heard the criticisms of his personality and play, but he's embraced the relative calm of the minor leagues to work on his game -- for now.

Jonathan Lucroy will be catching former teammate Cole Hamels in his debut for the Cubs, who are trying to change their luck by bringing their home white jerseys along for a 10-game road trip.

Two days after Orioles first baseman Chris Davis had to be restrained from going after manager Brandon Hyde in the dugout, Davis said Friday that the two have talked and their relationship will be fine.

Josh Harrison, who played in just 36 games in his first season with the Tigers because of a hamstring injury, was released by the team on Friday.

Gio Urshela hit two home runs for the second straight game, and Mike Tauchman hit one.

Nelson Cruz grimaced immediately after a swing and miss in the fourth inning Thursday night against the Indians and left the game because of a strained left wrist. He status is day to day.

Newly acquired catcher Jonathan Lucroy got the start for the Cubs on Thursday night and wasted no time making an impression, collecting three hits in the team's 12-5 win over the Reds.

Outfielder Jay Bruce, who has 10 home runs and 29 RBIs since being acquired by the Phillies in June, is returning to the starting lineup after being on the IL with an oblique strain.