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Analysis: Baseball has become a prisoner of technology
NEW YORK (AP) — Technology unleashed baseball's Analytics Era, and now it's holding the sport prisoner.AJ Hinch, Alex Cora and...
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Stolen away: Brooklyn pitcher recalls '51 sign-stealing scam
NEW YORK (AP) — Stealing signals. Banging on a trash can. Beating the Dodgers in October.Sounds very familiar to Carl...
To stop sign stealing, MLB could fight tech with more tech
PHOENIX (AP) — If Major League Baseball really wants to stop its teams from electronically stealing signs, it might consider...
Astros' Hinch fired after MLB punishes Houston for stealing signs
HOUSTON - The Houston Astros' sign-stealing scandal cost manager AJ Hinch and general manager Jeff Luhnow their jobs, and...
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Astros’ cheating, fallout compromise MLB’s credibility like steroids scandal once did
So, have you caught baseball fever yet? Pitchers and catchers report for spring training in a month, which usually is cause for...
Astros, Red Sox look ahead in wake of sign-stealing scandal
Players from two teams at the center of baseball’s sign-stealing scandal faced their fans on Saturday for the first time since...
Bader confident he'll start in center field for Cardinals
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Harrison Bader is confident he'll be in center field for the St. Louis Cardinals when the season begins.Bader...
Epstein understands fan frustration in Cubs' slow offseason
CHICAGO (AP) — Theo Epstein understands the fans' frustration. He feels it, too, at times.The Chicago Cubs went from 95 wins in...
Where does Astros cheating rank in scandals? Ask Pete Rose
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Pete Rose was taking a break from signing autographs at the MGM Grand hotel when asked a question he’s...
Friday Sports in Brief
NFLNEW YORK (AP) — Jason Garrett is headed to the other side of the Giants-Cowboys rivalry.New York announced Friday night that...
Morning roundup: Rickie Fowler shares lead at The American Express
Former Oklahoma State golfer Rickie Fowler came to The American Express in La Quinta, California, for the first time in six...
Former Walmart exec, Royals owner David Glass dies at 84
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Former Walmart Inc. chief executive David Glass, who owned the Kansas City Royals for nearly two...
"Hire 'Tek!": Red Sox fans make pitch for Varitek as manager
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (AP) — The Boston Red Sox have a list of characteristics they want in their next manager, but they haven't...
Chicago Cubs keeping options open with season on the horizon
CHICAGO (AP) — When it comes to Kris Bryant, or any other Chicago Cubs star on the precipice of free agency, president of...
Astros owner Crane expects to hire new manager by Feb. 3
HOUSTON (AP) — Houston Astros owner Jim Crane expects to hire a new manager by Feb. 3.The Astros need a new manager and general...
Drew Smyly can earn up to $6.75 million with Giants
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Drew Smyly can earn up to $6.75 million if he is a regular part of the San Francisco Giants'' rotation...
Craig Stammen stays with Padres for $9 million, 2-year deal
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Reliever Craig Stammen finalized a $9 million, two-year contract Friday to remain with the San Diego Padres,...
Rockies pitcher Justin Lawrence gets 80-game drug ban
DENVER (AP) — Colorado Rockies pitcher Justin Lawrence has been suspended for 80 games under the major league drug program...
Red Sox send LHP Hall to Tigers for minor league C Nuñez
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Red Sox have acquired left-hander Matt Hall from Detroit for minor league catcher Jhon Nuñez.The...
Column: MLB whistleblower deserves applause, not criticism
When future generations are documenting baseball history, Mike Fiers will surely be remembered as one of the game's most...
Rockies to honor Larry Walker by retiring his jersey number
DENVER (AP) — The Colorado Rockies will retire the jersey number of outfielder Larry Walker in a ceremony during the upcoming...
Can Steven Adams open up the Thunder's offense?
Thunder general manager Sam Presti made the suggestion and the hairs stood up on the back of fans’ necks. As of now, the Thunder isn’t going to get shooting out of its centers. As of now. "But maybe we can push Steven into a development...
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Dodgers acquire INF Clayton Daniel from Cubs for RHP Sadler
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired infielder Clayton Daniel from the Chicago Cubs on Friday in exchange for...
Thursday Sports in Brief
MLBNEW YORK (AP) — Carlos Beltrán is out as manager of the New York Mets before managing even a single game, the latest fallout...
Astros avoid arbitration with Springer amid scandal
HOUSTON (AP) — George Springer, the World Series MVP of the tainted 2017 Houston Astros, and the team settled on a $21 million,...
Hechavarría stays with Braves for $1 million, 1-year deal
ATLANTA (AP) — Adeiny Hechavarría agreed to a $1 million, one-year contract to remain with the Braves, a move Thursday that...
Giants make Alyssa Nakken first female major league coach
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Alyssa Nakken became the first female coach on a major league staff in baseball history Thursday when she...
ESPN's Mendoza: Fiers should have gone to MLB, not reporter
ESPN analyst Jessica Mendoza says pitcher Mike Fiers should have gone to Major League Baseball before he told a journalist...
Piazza: MLB mess 'unintended consequence' of game's new era
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (AP) —To Hall of Fame catcher Mike Piazza, the sign-stealing scandal that's enveloped Major League...
Sanó's deal with Twins could be worth $44.25M over 4 years
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Miguel Sanó's contract with the Minnesota Twins could be worth $44.25 million over four seasons.Sanó is...
New Mets manager Beltrán out amid sign-stealing scandal
NEW YORK (AP) — Carlos Beltrán, called out on a curveball again.So for the second time since they last threw a pitch, the New...
Red Sox: Cora departure won't force a Mookie Betts trade
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Red Sox say the turmoil in the manager's office isn't a reason to give up on this season and trade...
MLB, union: $3M to domestic violence, mental health programs
NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball and the players' union announced a $3 million grant program Thursday to support...
Danielle Kang opens with 63 to lead LPGA Tour season opener
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — American Danielle Kang stepped to the tee at the treacherous par-3 finishing hole at the LPGA’s...
Carlos Beltrán out as New York Mets manager amid fallout from Astros' sign-stealing scandal
NEW YORK (AP) — Carlos Beltrán out as New York Mets manager amid fallout from Astros' sign-stealing scandal.
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Wednesday Sports in Brief
MLBBOSTON (AP) — The Boston Red Sox insist they won the 2018 World Series fairly, even as they begin their search for a new...
Alex Wood returns to Dodgers with incentive-laden new deal
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Left-hander Alex Wood has agreed to a $4 million, one-year contract to return to the Los Angeles Dodgers.The...
Cora remorseful, Red Sox begin search for new manager
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Red Sox need to find a new manager, and it sounds like they haven't gotten over their old one.Heaping...
Sekou Doumbouya scores 24, Pistons down Celtics 116-103
BOSTON (AP) — The Pistons have been playing most of the past month without three starters.They didn't let it stop them from...
Rangers add to options at first, acquire Boston's Travis
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Texas Rangers acquired first baseman/outfielder Sam Travis from Boston on Wednesday in a trade that...
Rangers finalize deals for 3B Frazier, reunion with Chirinos
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Texas Rangers have formally reunited with catcher Robinson Chirinos and added third baseman Todd...
Yankees trade Tarpley to Marlins for minor leaguer Nelson
NEW YORK (AP) — Left-hander Stephen Tarpley was traded from the New York Yankees to the Miami Marlins on Wednesday for third...
Mets stay silent on new manager Carlos Beltrán's future
NEW YORK (AP) — While the Houston Astros and Boston Red Sox took decisive action in jettisoning their managers after Major...
Analysis: NHL season marked by coaching carousel, changes
Firing coaches during the season has been relatively common in the NHL for decades. The volume is nonetheless jaw-dropping in...
Tim Hudson hired as Auburn's volunteer pitching coach
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — Former major league pitcher Tim Hudson is Auburn's new pitching coach.Auburn announced Wednesday that...
Tagliabue, NFL Films' Sabol headed to Hall of Fame
Former NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue has made the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his fifth attempt.Tagliabue and former New...
Tuesday Sports in Brief
MLBBOSTON (AP) — The Boston Red Sox fired manager Alex Cora on Tuesday, a day after baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred...
Morning Roundup: LSU will look to repeat with new faces
LSU coach Ed Orgeron is already thinking about what comes next for his national champions. More specifically, who comes next....
Israel's unlikely Olympic baseball team dreams big for Japan
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — As a baseball-crazed kid growing up in Miami, Danny Valencia dreamed of playing in the Major Leagues....
Yankees overhaul training staff after setting injury record
NEW YORK (AP) — Eric Cressey thinks some injuries can be prevented. After a season in which medical updates overshadowed...
Red Sox manager Alex Cora fired in sign-stealing scandal
BOSTON (AP) — Alex Cora has already been identified as a ringleader in an illegal system of sign stealing when he was with the...
AP source: Twins, 3B Donaldson agree to $92M, 4-year deal
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins and 2015 AL MVP Josh Donaldson have agreed to a $92 million, four-year contract,...
Twins finalize 3-year, $30M contract with Sanó
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Miguel Sanó’s tenure with Minnesota has flashed all the potential the Twins envisioned when they started...
Column: Astros get the punishment, Dodgers pay the price
AJ Hinch won’t be managing in the big leagues any time soon, if at all. Alex Cora joined him Tuesday in the unemployment line,...
Manager Alex Cora fired by Boston Red Sox amid MLB investigation into sign stealing
BOSTON (AP) — Manager Alex Cora fired by Boston Red Sox amid MLB investigation into sign stealing.
Tigers agree to 1-year deal with right-hander Iván Nova
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Tigers agreed to terms Monday on a $1.5 million, one-year deal with Iván Nova, keeping the...
Nationals finalize $11M, 2-year deal with reliever Hudson
WASHINGTON (AP) — Daniel Hudson thought the door was closed on returning to the Nationals when they signed fellow reliever Will...
Angels acquire pitcher Matt Andriese from Diamondbacks
PHOENIX (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels have acquired relief pitcher Matt Andriese from the Arizona Diamondbacks for minor league...
David Peralta, D-backs finalize 3-year, $22 million deal
PHOENIX (AP) — David Peralta and the Arizona Diamondbacks have finalized a $22 million, three-year deal through 2022 that will...
Phillies cut former All-Star Odubel Herrera
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Phillies have cut outfielder Odubel Herrera and claimed outfielder Nick Martini off...
Astros look ahead after firing of Hinch and Luhnow
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Astros suddenly have a couple more holes to fill.Less than a month before the start of spring...
Cardinals acquire OF Dean from Marlins for prospect Burgos
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Outfielder Austin Dean was acquired Tuesday by the St. Louis Cardinals from the Miami Marlins or 18-year-old...
White Sox, reliever Cishek finalize $6 million contract
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago White Sox finalized a $6 million, one-year contract with free agent reliever Steve Cishek on...
Truist Park new name for Atlanta Braves' ballpark
ATLANTA (AP) — Truist Park is the new name of the Atlanta Braves' stadium, replacing SunTrust Park.Atlanta announced the change...
Hinch, GM fired for Astros sign stealing after MLB bans pair
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Astros' sign-stealing scandal cost manager AJ Hinch and general manager Jeff Luhnow their jobs, and...
BC-BBO--Baseball Suspensions
Suspensions of one month or more issued by the commissioner of baseball that were not related to on-field incidents or...
Nationals' Max Scherzer 'good,' 'strong' and rarin' to go
WASHINGTON (AP) — With a “2019 World Series Champions” patch stitched onto the right sleeve of his white Washington Nationals...
A look back at other infamous cheating scandals in sports
The fallout from baseball's latest sign-stealing scandal is beginning to take shape. Houston manager AJ Hinch is out of a job,...
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Athletics acquire infielder/outfielder Tony Kemp from Cubs
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Tony Kemp, a left-handed-hitting infielder and outfielder, was acquired by the Oakland Athletics from...
White Sox announce new managers at Triple-A, Double-A
CHICAGO (AP) — The White Sox will have new managers at Triple-A Charlotte and Double-A Birmingham next season as well as new...
Smith, Herrmann agree to minor league deals with Rays
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Catchers Kevan Smith and Chris Herrmann have agreed to minor league contracts with the Tampa Bay...
Astros fire manager AJ Hinch, general manager Jeff Luhnow after MLB suspensions for sign stealing
HOUSTON (AP) — Astros fire manager AJ Hinch, general manager Jeff Luhnow after MLB suspensions for sign stealing.
Astros fire manager AJ Hinch, general manager Jeff Luhnow after MLB suspensions for sign stealing
HOUSTON (AP) — Astros fire manager AJ Hinch, general manager Jeff Luhnow after MLB suspensions for sign stealing.
Nationals prospect Fausto Segura dies at 23
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Nationals say pitching prospect Fausto Segura has died. He was 23.The team announced the news in a...
Houston Astros manager A.J. Hinch, GM suspended through World Series for team's sign-stealing; club fined $5 million
NEW YORK (AP) — Houston Astros manager A.J. Hinch, GM suspended through World Series for team's sign-stealing; club fined $5...
The Athletic reports the Houston Astros manager was part of illegally stealing signs during the team's 2017 World Championship season.
The Houston Astros have had their manager and general manager suspended for a year by Major League Baseball.
Bundesliga, Amazon want to predict what happens next
Statistics on sports broadcasts give context to what happened. The German Bundesliga and Amazon want to provide a data-based...
Gardner, Yankees finalize $12.5M, 1-year contract
NEW YORK (AP) — Outfielder Brett Gardner and the New York Yankees finalized his $12.5 million, one-year contract on...
Morning roundup: Serena Williams breaks drought with ASB title
Serena Williams broke a three-year title drought when she beat fellow American Jessica Pegula 6-3, 6-4 on Sunday to win the...
AP source: Dodgers sign Alex Wood to $4 million, 1-year deal
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers and pitcher Alex Wood agreed to a $4 million, one-year deal Sunday, a person...
AP source: Rangers, Frazier reach agreement on $5M deal
Veteran third baseman Todd Frazier and the Texas Rangers have reached an agreement on a $5 million, one-year contract, filling...
Lightning beat Flyers, tie club mark with 10th straight win
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Pat Maroon scored the game's only goal, Andrei Vasilevskiy made 23 saves and the Tampa Bay Lightning tied a...
Agrazal clears waivers, sent to Triple-A Toledo
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Tigers announced Saturday right-hander Dario Agrazal has cleared waivers and been sent outright to...
Morning roundup: Bellinger, Dodgers reach record deal
NL MVP Cody Bellinger agreed Friday to an $11.5 million, one-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, the largest salary for...
Mancini ($4.75M), Givens ($3.2M) reach deals with O's
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Orioles agreed to one-year contracts with their remaining players eligible for arbitration, securing deals...
Tigers avoid arbitration with Boyd, several others
DETROIT (AP) — Matthew Boyd and the Detroit Tigers agreed to a $5.3 million, one-year deal on Friday.The Tigers avoided...
Story, Rockies $750K apart; Gray gets $5.6 million
DENVER (AP) — All-Star shortstop Trevor Story asked for $11.5 million and the Colorado Rockies offered him $10.75 million when...
Angels' La Stella, Robles get raises, skip arbitration
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — All-Star infielder Tommy La Stella and closer Hansel Robles were among six arbitration-eligible Los...
Padres, Yates agree to $7M deal; Pham gets $7.9M
SAN DIEGO (AP) — All-Star closer Kirby Yates, who led the major leagues with 41 saves, agreed Friday to a one-year contract for...
Mariners reach deals with Haniger, Smith, Tuivailala
SEATTLE (AP) — The Mariners avoided arbitration after reaching agreements Friday with outfielders Mitch Haniger and Mallex...
SS Trea Turner, Nationals agree to $7.45 million for 2020
WASHINGTON (AP) — Shortstop Trea Turner and the Washington Nationals agreed to a $7.45 million, one-year contract Friday, as...
Betts agrees to record $27 million deal with Red Sox
BOSTON (AP) — Outfielder Mookie Betts agreed Friday to a $27 million contract with the Boston Red Sox, the largest one-year...
Bellinger agrees with Dodgers at $11.5M; Seager at $7.6M
LOS ANGELES (AP) — NL MVP Cody Bellinger agreed Friday to an $11.5 million, one-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, the...
Cubs, star Kris Bryant agree to $18.6 million, 1-year deal
CHICAGO (AP) — Third baseman Kris Bryant avoided arbitration with the Chicago Cubs, agreeing Friday to an $18.6 million,...
Brewers sign INF Gyorko to $2M, 1-year deal with 2021 option
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Infielder Jedd Gyorko signed a $2 million, one-year deal Friday with the Milwaukee Brewers that includes a...
AP source: Peralta agrees to $22M, 3-year deal with D-backs
PHOENIX (AP) — Left fielder David Peralta dodged salary arbitration by agreeing to a $22 million, three-year contract with the...
AP source: Sanó, Twins agree to $30M, 3-year contract
Miguel Sanó and the Minnesota Twins avoided arbitration by agreeing to a $30 million, three-year contract on Friday, a person...
Phils settle with 4, exchange figures with Realmuto, Neris
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Pitchers Zach Eflin, Vince Velasquez, Jose Alvarez and Adam Morgan reached one-year contracts with the...
Springer, Astros face $5M gap in arbitration salary filings
HOUSTON (AP) — The Astros agreed to deals with five of their seven arbitration-eligible players Friday but are headed toward a...
Cardinals avoid arbitration with $1.3 million deal with Gant
ST. LOUIS (AP) — The St. Louis Cardinals avoided arbitration with right-hander John Gant on Friday by agreeing to a $1.3...
Mets, Syndergaard agree to $9.7 million salary for 2020
NEW YORK (AP) — Noah Syndergaard agreed to a $9.7 million, one-year contract Friday as the New York Mets reached deals with all...
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Villar avoids arbitration by reaching deal with Marlins
MIAMI (AP) — Miami Marlins newcomer Jonathan Villar reached an agreement Friday on an $8.2 million, one-year...
Judge gets $8.5M from Yankees; Paxton $12.5M, Sánchez $5M
NEW YORK (AP) — Aaron Judge agreed to an $8.5 million, one-year contract Friday with the New York Yankees, who also reached a...
A's and Semien reach $13M, 1-year deal; 6 others agree
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Following a career year, Oakland Athletics shortstop Marcus Semien was rewarded Friday with a $13...
Swanson, Foltynewicz reach deals with Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — Shortstop Dansby Swanson and right-hander Mike Foltynewicz were among six Atlanta Braves eligible for salary...
Betts' $27M, Bryant's $18.6M skip arbitration with big deals
NEW YORK (AP) — Outfielder Mookie Betts agreed Friday to a $27 million contract with the Boston Red Sox, the largest one-year...
Indians, All-Star Lindor reach $17.5 million deal for 2020
CLEVELAND (AP) — Shortstop Francisco Lindor avoided salary arbitration and agreed Friday to a $17.5 million, one-year contract...
Rangers avoid arbitration with deals for Gallo and Santana
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Texas Rangers have agreed on one-year contracts with All-Star slugger Joey Gallo and likely...
Royals agree with OF Soler on $7.3M million deal for 2020
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Royals and slugging outfielder Jorge Soler agreed to a $7.3 million contract for next season,...
All-Star Bell gets raise to $4.8 million from Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Josh Bell's breakout season earned him a hefty pay bump going into 2020....
Former major league pitcher Ed Sprague dies at 74
OAKAND, Calif. (AP) — Former major league pitcher Ed Sprague Sr., a right-hander who played eight seasons with four different...
Giles $9.6M, Shoemaker $4.2M in 1-year deals with Blue Jays
TORONTO (AP) — Blue Jays closer Ken Giles will get $9.6 million and Toronto starter Matt Shoemaker got a $4.2 million deal in...
Reds' Bauer skirts arbitration after sour '19 hearing vs CLE
CINCINNATI (AP) — Trevor Bauer agreed to a $17.5 million, one-year deal with the Cincinnati Reds on Friday, bypassing salary...
Glasnow, 3 others agree with Rays, avoid arbitration
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Tyler Glasnow agreed to a $2.05 million, one-year contract with the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday that...
Closer Alex Colomé gets $10.5 million deal with White Sox
CHICAGO (AP) — Closer Alex Colomé agreed to a one-year contract for $10,532,500 with the Chicago White Sox, who reached deals...
George Nicolau dies at 94, arbitrator in MLB collusion cases
NEW YORK (AP) — George Nicolau, who ruled against baseball owners in two collusion cases and served as president of the...
Guillermo Heredia agrees to $1 million deal with Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Outfielder Guillermo Heredia agreed Thursday to a $1 million, one-year contract with the Pittsburgh...
Diamondbacks finalize $3M, 1-year deal with Rondón
PHOENIX (AP) — The Arizona Diamondbacks have finalized a $3 million, one-year deal with relief pitcher Héctor Rondón, adding...
Encarnación, White Sox complete $12 million, 1-year contract
CHICAGO (AP) — Edwin Encarnación saw the young players the Chicago White Sox have and a bright future for a team eyeing a run...
Angels agree to 1-year deals with Bedrosian, Stassi
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Relief pitcher Cam Bedrosian agreed to a $2.8 million, one-year contract with the Los Angeles Angels on...
Michael A Taylor, Nationals agree to $3,325,000 deal
WASHINGTON (AP) — Michael A. Taylor and the Washington Nationals agreed Thursday to a one-year contract for $3,325,000, up...
Rays acquire Martinez from Cardinals for pitching prospect
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays have acquired first baseman-designated hitter Jose Martinez from St. Louis in a...
Castro, Orioles agree to $1.05M deal, avoid arbitration
BALTIMORE (AP) — Reliever Miguel Castro and the Baltimore Orioles avoided arbitration when they agreed Thursday to a one-year...
Drury, Blue Jays agree to $2.05 million, 1-year contract
TORONTO (AP) — Utilityman Brandon Drury and the Toronto Blue Jays agreed to a $2.05 million, one-year contract on Thursday, a...
Rangers agree to minor league deals with Garcia, Jones
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Right-hander Luís Garcia and former major league outfielder-turned-pitcher James Jones have agreed to...
Cervelli finalizes $2 million, 1-year contract with Marlins
MIAMI (AP) — Catcher Francisco Cervelli finalized a $2 million, one-year contract with the Miami Marlins on Thursday to provide...
Tebow will be at Mets' spring training for 4th straight year
NEW YORK (AP) — Tim Tebow will be at spring training with the New York Mets for the fourth straight year.The Mets said Thursday...
MLB to investigate reports 2018 champion Red Sox stole signs
BOSTON (AP) — Major League Baseball says it will investigate allegations the Boston Red Sox illegally used their video replay...
After losing to Nats with Brewers, Thames joins champions
WASHINGTON (AP) — Eric Thames still thinks about the eighth inning of the NL wild card game, when Milwaukee held a two-run lead...
AP source: Rondón, Diamondbacks agree to $3M, 1-year deal
PHOENIX (AP) — Relief pitcher Héctor Rondón and the Arizona Diamondbacks have agreed to a $3 million, one-year contract, a...
Tigers trade for Haase, designate Agrazal for assignment
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Tigers acquired catcher Eric Haase from the Cleveland Indians for cash on Wednesday and designated...
Indians more confident star Lindor begins season with them
CLEVELAND (AP) — Francisco Lindor's status with the Indians has been slightly upgraded.Team president Chris Antonetti said...
Outfielder Shogo Akiyama wanted to make history with Reds
CINCINNATI (AP) — Shogo Akiyama knew the Cincinnati Reds were the only Major League Baseball team that never had a player born...
Brewers 'Counsell gets 3-year contract extension through '23
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee general manager David Stearns didn't have to do much thinking when it came to a new long-term deal...
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AP source: Chirinos, Rangers close to reunion on $6.5M deal
Robinson Chirinos and the Texas Rangers were close Wednesdayto a $6.5 million, one-year contract to reunite after the veteran...
Nats-Mets, Tigers-Indians start earliest opening day
NEW YORK (AP) — The World Series champion Washington Nationals will be at the New York Mets, and Detroit will play at Cleveland...
Orioles hope SS Iglesias provides defense, leadership
BALTIMORE (AP) — When it came time to find a new shortstop for the rebuilding Baltimore Orioles, general manager Mike Elias...
Eric Duncan promoted to hitting coach by Miami Marlins
MIAMI (AP) — Eric Duncan has been promoted to hitting coach by the Miami Marlins, who also announced five additions to their...
Catcher Jason Castro, Angels finalize $6.85M, 1-year deal
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Catcher Jason Castro has finalized a $6.85 million, one-year contract with the Los Angeles Angels.The...
Nationals sign INF Starlin Castro for $12 million, 2 years
WASHINGTON (AP) — Infielder Starlin Castro finalized a two-year contract with the Washington Nationals on Tuesday, one of a...
Jimmy Nelson, Dodgers agree to incentive-laden 1-year deal
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Right-hander Jimmy Nelson and the Los Angeles Dodgers agreed Tuesday to a $1.25 million, one-year contract,...
Attorney: Toddler's brain injury from foul ball is permanent
HOUSTON (AP) — A 2-year-old girl struck by a foul ball during a Houston Astros game at Minute Maid Park continues to receive...
AP source: Cishek agrees to 1-year deal with White Sox
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago White Sox bolstered their bullpen Tuesday, agreeing to a $6 million, one-year contract with...
Rich Hill could earn $12.5M from Twins, Homer Bailey $8M
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Rich Hill can earn $9.5 million in performance bonuses in his contract with the Minnesota Twins and Homer...
Plawecki would earn $1.15M with 350 plate appearances
BOSTON (AP) — Catcher Kevin Plawecki would earn $1.15 million from the Boston Red Sox this year if he has 350 plate...
Royals'Franco could boost salary to $4 million with bonuses
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Royals third baseman Maikel Franco would boost his salary to a $4 million if he has 625 plate...
Monday's Sports In Brief
NFLDALLAS (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys didn't take long to settle on Mike McCarthy as their coach after waiting a week to announce...
Morning Roundup: Alabama QB Tua Tagovailoa headed to NFL
Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa put an end to the initial question about his future, announcing Monday that he is entering...
Tigers reach $2.8M deal with Fulmer, avoid arbitration
DETROIT (AP) — The Tigers avoided arbitration with Michael Fulmer, agreeing Monday to a $2.8 million, one-year deal with the...
Phillies hire Meacham, Brodzinski to Girardi's staff
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Phillies have hired Bobby Meacham as an assistant coach and Greg Brodzinski as bullpen catcher/catching...
Reds agree to $21 million, 3-year deal with OF Shogo Akiyama
CINCINNATI (AP) — Outfielder Shogo Akiyama agreed to a $21 million, three-year deal with the Cincinnati Reds, the only major...
AP source: Rebuilding Orioles, Iglesias agree to $3M deal
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Orioles filled a hole in the middle of the infield by agreeing to a $3 million, one-year contract with...
AP sources: Nationals bring back RHP Hudson, add 1B Thames
WASHINGTON (AP) — Reliever Daniel Hudson agreed to terms on an $11 million, two-year contract to return to the Washington...
Defiant back on water as America's Cup World Series nears
The New York Yacht Club's American Magic sailing team returns to the water Tuesday at its winter base in Pensacola, Florida, to...
Angels acquire reliever Keller from Marlins for Estrada
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels have acquired right-handed reliever Kyle Keller from the Miami Marlins.The Angels...
Blankmeyer leaves St John's for Mets' Brooklyn Cyclones
NEW YORK (AP) — Ed Blankmeyer left St. John's after 24 seasons as head baseball coach and was hired Monday as manager of the...
Indians' Hernández can earn $250,000 in performance bonuses
CLEVELAND (AP) — Second baseman César Hernández can earn $250,000 in performance bonuses for plate appearances as part of his...
Orioles' Stewart would get $800,000 salary in major leagues
BALTIMORE (AP) — Right-hander Kohl Stewart would earn an $800,000 salary while in the major leagues and a $200,000 salary while...
Calhoun can earn $23M over 3 seasons with Diamondbacks
PHOENIX (AP) — Outfielder Kole Calhoun can earn $23 million over three seasons as part of his $16 million, two-year contract...
Yamaguchi can earn $9.15M over 2 years with Blue Jays
TORONTO (AP) — Pitcher Shun Yamaguchi is guaranteed $6.35 million as part of his two-year contract with the Toronto Blue Jays,...
Johnson can earn $500,000 per year in bonuses with Padres
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Reliever Pierce Johnson will get salaries of $2 million in each of the next two seasons as part of his $5...
Keuchel 2023 option can become guaranteed based on innings
CHICAGO (AP) — Left-hander Dallas Keuchel's $20 million option for 2023 in his contract with the Chicago White Sox would become...
Maldonado to get $3.5M in each season in Astros deal
HOUSTON (AP) — Catcher Martín Maldonado will have salaries of $3.5 million each season as part of his $7 million, two-year...
Morning roundup: Former Yankees' pitcher Don Larsen dies
MLB Former Yankees' pitcher Don Larsen dies Don Larsen, the journeyman pitcher who reached the heights of baseball glory when...
Shaw looking to rebound in first season with Blue Jays
TORONTO (AP) — The biggest lesson Travis Shaw took away from a disappointing season is that this year can't get much...
AP Source: Right-hander Tyson Ross, Giants reach 1-year deal
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Veteran right-hander Tyson Ross has reached agreement on a $1.75 million minor league contract with the...
Former Astro Will Harris joins Nats after losing Game 7
Relief pitcher Will Harris is joining the Washington Nationals after they beat him and the Houston Astros in Game 7 of the...
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AP source: Angels, C Castro agree to $6.85M, 1-year deal
The Los Angeles Angels and catcher Jason Castro have agreed to a $6.85 million, one-year contract, according to a person with...
Mets find relief in New Year, introducing Dellin Betances
NEW YORK (AP) — This is the next stop on Dellin Betances' subway ride around New York.After spending his first eight seasons in...
White Sox, Robert agree to $50 million, 6-year contract
CHICAGO (AP) — Luis Robert is locked in with the Chicago White Sox — for the next six years at least, and possibly for the...
Yankees' Germán suspended 81 games for domestic violence
NEW YORK (AP) — Yankees pitcher Domingo Germán will miss the first 63 games of the 2020 season as part of an 81-game ban for...
Red Sox sign C Plawecki to 1-year deal, cut 1B/OF Travis
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Red Sox have signed catcher Kevin Plawecki to a $900,000, one-year contract.Boston also designated...
Former Texas pitcher Mathis hired as team's bullpen coach
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Former Texas Rangers pitcher Doug Mathis has been hired as the team's bullpen coach.Mathis replaces...
Yankees pitcher Domingo Germán suspended 63 more games for next season under MLB's domestic violence policy
Yankees pitcher Domingo Germán suspended 63 more games for next season under MLB's domestic violence policy.
Larsen, who threw only perfect World Series game, dies at 90
NEW YORK (AP) — Don Larsen, the journeyman pitcher who reached the heights of baseball glory when he threw a perfect game in...
Don Larsen, the New York Yankees pitcher who threw the only perfect game in World Series history, dies at 90
NEW YORK (AP) — Don Larsen, the New York Yankees pitcher who threw the only perfect game in World Series history, dies at 90.
Wild at Target: 2021 NHL Winter Classic headed to Minnesota
DALLAS (AP) — The 2021 NHL Winter Classic will be hosted by the Minnesota Wild at Target Field, the home stadium of the MLB's...
Replay dominated sports in 2019, and expect more this year
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — From the moment two officials failed to throw a flag for obvious pass interference on a play that helped...
Morning Roundup: Cotton Bowl site of Wednesday's NHL Winter Classic
NHL Cotton Bowl site of Wednesday's Winter Classic Welcome to a Texas-sized NHL Winter Classic. The annual showcase is going...
Gettleman assesses himself as Giants GM: 'Not good enough'
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — New York Giants general manager Dave Gettleman, under intense scrutiny in the wake of a...
Twins sign pitchers Homer Bailey, Rich Hill to 1-year deals
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins have signed pitchers Homer Bailey and Rich Hill to one-year contracts.Bailey, a...
Name dropping: A few up-and-comers who may make mark in '20
Some are already on the ascent (rock climber Brooke Raboutou). Others are currently making waves (surfer Kanoa Igarashi) or...
Sports losses in 2019: Newcombe, Robinson, Starr, Havlicek
They ran the next legs, taking the baton from Jackie Robinson as black players claimed their place in the game.The deaths in...
Karma had a hand in top 5 'feel-good' sports moments of 2019
Karma had a career year in 2019.She draped a green jacket on Tiger Woods, handed soccer’s World Cup to a tough-as-nails U.S....
Some of 2019's most memorable games decided by blown calls
The New Orleans Saints looked around in disbelief, searching for a yellow flag that never came during the NFL playoffs.The...
Column: It's the Newby Awards, honoring best, worst of 2019
And the winner is ...Miss Philippines?No, no, no.Sorry, Steve Harvey, we'll pass on your offer to host of the Newby Awards.Who...
Blue Jays agree to sign INF Travis Shaw to 1-year deal
TORONTO (AP) — The Toronto Blue Jays agreed to a $4 million, one-year contract with free agent infielder Travis Shaw on Monday...
White Sox finalize $55.5 million, 3-year deal with Keuchel
CHICAGO (AP) — Looking at the Chicago White Sox, Dallas Keuchel saw a team on the rise, a solid catching situation and a...
Diamondbacks sign outfielder Kole Calhoun to 2-year contract
PHOENIX (AP) — The Arizona Diamondbacks have signed outfielder Kole Calhoun to a two-year contract worth $16 million that...
Indians, Hernández finalize $6.25 million, 1-year contract
CLEVELAND (AP) — Second baseman César Hernández and the Cleveland Indians finalized a $6.25 million, one-year contract...
Orioles sign free agent RHP Stewart
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Baltimore Orioles have signed free agent right-hander Kohl Stewart to a major league contract.Stewart...
AP source: Dickerson, Marlins agree to $17.5M, 2-year deal
MIAMI (AP) — Left fielder Corey Dickerson agreed to terms Saturday on a $17.5 million, two-year contract with the Miami...
Judge overturns $15M award to ex-LA Times columnist Simers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A judge has overturned a jury's award of nearly $15.5 million to a former sports columnist for the Los...
MLB says it is committed to protecting minor league teams
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Major League Baseball said Saturday it is committed to protecting minor league teams, a day after U.S....
Blue Jays agree to sign Japanese pitcher to 2-year deal
TORONTO (AP) — The Toronto Blue Jays agreed to a $4.85 million, two-year contract Saturday with veteran pitcher Shun Yamaguchi...
LHP Ryu gives Blue Jays ace to pair with talented young core
TORONTO (AP) — Hyun-Jin Ryu is the ace the Toronto Blue Jays needed to pair with a lineup flush with “baseball royalty.”That’s...
Royals sign 3B Franco to $2.95 million contract
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals signed third baseman Maikel Franco to a $2.95 million contract Friday to be...
Wake Forest, Michigan State set for chilly Pinstripe Bowl
Wake Forest coach Dave Clawson attended the same college as members of the Steinbrenner family and even got to meet "The Boss."...
AP source: White Sox agree to deal with Edwin Encarnación
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago White Sox have agreed to a $12 million, one-year contract with veteran slugger Edwin Encarnación, a...
In fighting over the minors, what might baseball lose?
When the San Francisco Giants chose catcher Joey Bart second overall in the 2018 draft, the fans in Keizer, Oregon, knew what...
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Curt Flood set off the free-agent revolution 50 years ago
NEW YORK (AP) — Curt Flood set off the free-agent revolution 50 years ago Tuesday with a 128-word letter to baseball...
Mets, Betances agree to 1-year deal with 2021 player option
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Mets have reached an agreement with free-agent reliever Dellin Betances on a one-year contract...
Morning Roundup: Packers take NFC North title with 23-10 win over Vikings
Aaron Jones rushed for 154 yards and two second-half touchdowns, Za'Darius Smith had five tackles for loss to lead a stifling...
Padres sign RHP Pierce Johnson to 2-yr deal with club option
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The San Diego Padres have added a reliever who excelled in Japan, signing right-hander Pierce Johnson to a...
Astros sign catcher Maldonado to 2-year, $7 million deal
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Astros have signed catcher Martín Maldonado to a two-year, $7 million contract.General manager Jeff...
Cervelli agrees to $2 million, 1-year deal with Marlins
MIAMI (AP) — Catcher Francisco Cervelli has agreed to terms on a $2 million, one-year contract with the Miami Marlins, where...
MLB pitcher Rich Hill and wife arrested at Patriots game
BOSTON (AP) — Free agent pitcher Rich Hill and his wife were arrested outside Saturday's New England Patriots game after police...
Royals get pitcher Adams from Yankees for infielder Perez
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Royals acquired right-hander Chance Adams from the New York Yankees for infielder Christian Perez...
AP source: Indians, 2B Hernandez agree on 1-year contract
CLEVELAND (AP) —Free agent second baseman Cesar Hernandez has agreed to a one-year, $6.25 million contract with the Cleveland...
Survey finds Barcelona is best-paid team in world sports
LONDON (AP) — Soccer players at Spanish powerhouses Barcelona and Real Madrid and Italy champion Juventus are on the best-paid...
AP source: Ryu, Blue Jays agree to $80 million, 4-year deal
Hyun-Jin Ryu is headed north of the border to a Toronto Blue Jays team in dire need of starting pitching.One that was willing...
AP source: Toronto Blue Jays and free agent pitcher Hyun-Jin Ryu agree to $80 million, four-year contract
AP source: Toronto Blue Jays and free agent pitcher Hyun-Jin Ryu agree to $80 million, four-year contract.
AP source: White Sox, Keuchel agree to $55.5M, 3-year deal
The Chicago White Sox and left-hander Dallas Keuchel have agreed to a $55.5 million, three-year deal, a person familiar with...
Angels' GM Eppler: 'Teheran brings stability to rotation'
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Billy Eppler has said throughout the offseason that the Los Angeles Angels' top priority was adding...
AP Exclusive: Computer plate umps allowed in new labor deal
NEW YORK (AP) — Computer plate umpires could be called up to the major leagues at some point during the next five...
AP Exclusive: Céspedes base pay cut from $29.5M to $6M
NEW YORK (AP) — Yoenis Céspedes' base salary next year was cut to $6 million from its original $29.5 million as part of an...
People familiar with talks tell The Associated Press that MLB umps agree to cooperate with computerized strike zone
NEW YORK (AP) — People familiar with talks tell The Associated Press that MLB umps agree to cooperate with computerized strike...
Tigers agree to 1-year deals with Cron, Schoop
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Tigers needed power, so they're bringing in two players from the Minnesota team that set a major...
Four minor leaguers suspended after positive drug tests
NEW YORK (AP) — Pittsburgh pitcher Andy Maldonado and free agent pitcher Daniel De Leon were each suspended for 72 games under...
Corning, other snowboarders dazzle crowd at Braves' ballpark
ATLANTA (AP) — Charlie Culberson watched in wonder as Chris Corning flipped four times off a 5-meter jump to stick a perfect...
Sogard gets 2nd chance with Brewers, who also add Smoak
MILWAUKEE (AP) — After hitting a career-low .134 for Milwaukee in 2018, Eric Sogard is getting a second chance with the...
Dodgers lefty Rich Hill is Tony Conigliaro Award winner
BOSTON (AP) — Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Rich Hill has won the Tony Conigliaro Award.The honor goes to a major leaguer “who...
White Sox boost rotation, agree to $5M deal with Gonzalez
CHICAGO (AP) — The White Sox boosted their starting rotation, finalizing a $5 million, one-year contract with two-time All-Star...
Average MLB salary drops for 2nd straight year
NEW YORK (AP) — The average salary in the major leagues has dropped in consecutive years for the first time since the players'...
Zack Godley, Tigers agree to minor league deal
DETROIT (AP) — Right-hander Zack Godley and the Detroit Tigers agreed to a minor league contract, and he will report to big...
Cubs, reliever Ryan Tepera agree to $900,000 deal
CHICAGO (AP) — The Cubs and reliever Ryan Tepera agreed Friday to a one-year deal that pays a $900,000 salary while in the...
Twins bolster bullpen, signing Clippard, bringing back Romo
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins bolstered their bullpen Friday by finalizing contracts for two right-handed relievers,...
Reliever Yimi García gets $1.1M, 1-year deal with Marlins
MIAMI (AP) — Right-handed reliever Yimi García, who pitched in 64 games this year for the Los Angeles Dodgers, has agreed to a...
Martín Pérez could earn $14.5 over 2 years with Red Sox
BOSTON (AP) — Martín Pérez and Boston finalized a one-year contract that guarantees $6.5 million, a deal that would be worth...
Big Air: Winter daredevils take over the home of the Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — The crack of the bat has been replaced by the swoosh of skis and snowboards at SunTrust Park.Gnarly, indeed.The...
Miley and Reds finish off $15 million, 2-year contract
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Reds added to their already deep starting pitching Wednesday by finalizing a $15 million, two-year...
AP Source: Teheran, Angels agree to $9 million, 1-year deal
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels added another arm to their rotation, agreeing to a $9 million, one-year contract...
APNewsBreak: Union files grievance on behalf of Ellsbury
NEW YORK (AP) — The Major League Baseball Players Association has filed a grievance against the New York Yankees in an attempt...
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Morning roundup: Jaguars fire top executive Tom Coughlin
NFL Jaguars fire executive Tom Coughlin The Jacksonville Jaguars fired top executive Tom Coughlin on Wednesday, parting ways...
Future sign: Cole arrives with old placard of Yankees fealty
NEW YORK (AP) — On his first day in pinstripes, Gerrit Cole admitted to stealing a sign — no, not those signs.Cole affixed his...
APNewsBreak: Red Sox, Yanks, Cubs sent 2019 luxury tax bills
NEW YORK (AP) — Boston will pay a Red Sox record $13.4 million luxury tax after failing to make the playoffs and the New York...
Boras' billions: baseball agent creates free-agent flurry
NEW YORK (AP) — Scott Boras showed up at the winter meetings with his own press conference backdrop. How appropriate, given his...
Tanner Roark, Blue Jays finalize $24M, 2-year contract
TORONTO (AP) — Tanner Roark has to keep the ball down in order to succeed, especially in the AL East."Popups, they go out for...
OF Avisaíl García agrees to $20M deal with Milwaukee Brewers
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Now that the Milwaukee Brewers have added Avisaíl García to their talented outfield, Ryan Braun could see more...
Cardinals sign top South Korean pitcher Kwang Hyun Kim
ST. LOUIS (AP) — The St. Louis Cardinals searched all over the world, looking for the right kind of left-handed pitcher. They...
Lindblom can make $18,125,000 over 3 seasons with Brewers
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Josh Lindblom would earn $18,125,000 over the next three seasons with the Milwaukee Brewers if he pitches at...
OF Matt Kemp agrees to minor league contract with Marlins
MIAMI (AP) — Three-time All-Star outfielder Matt Kemp has agreed to terms on a minor league contract with the Miami Marlins and...
Strasburg returns, hopes to play whole career with Nationals
WASHINGTON (AP) — Naturally, Stephen Strasburg thought of himself pitching for a team other than the Nationals.After winning...
MORNING ROUNDUP: Ravens tie record for most Pro Bowl players
Twelve Baltimore Ravens, including second-year quarterback Lamar Jackson, and seven New Orleans Saints, highlighted by...
Mad-Bum says 2nd act with D-Backs can be as memorable as 1st
PHOENIX (AP) — The first act of Madison Bumgarner's baseball career consisted of 11 hugely successful seasons that included...
Kluber joins hometown Rangers, leaves 'ace' talk to others
DALLAS (AP) — Corey Kluber is returning to Texas to pitch for the Rangers.The two-time Cy Young Award winner will leave it to...
Tigers retiring Whitaker's No. 1 this coming season
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Tigers are retiring Lou Whitaker's No. 1 this coming season.The team announced its plans Tuesday on...
New Rays slugger Tsutsugo ready for big league challenge
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Yoshitomo Tsutsugo quickly felt right at home inside Tropicana Field.One day after the Rays...
Joe Smith, Astros agree to $8 million, 2-year contract
HOUSTON (AP) — Reliever Joe Smith and the Houston Astros have agreed to an $8 million, two-year contract.The 35-year-old Smith...
MLS's NYC team moves 4 games to Mets Citi Field from Yankees
NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Soccer's New York City team has moved four home league games to the Mets' Citi Field from Yankee...
Luke Maile gets $900,000 salary in majors from Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Catcher Luke Maile and the Pittsburgh Pirates agreed to a one-year contract that includes salaries of...
Pirates name Oscar Marin pitching coach
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Oscar Marin is the new pitching coach for the Pittsburgh Pirates.The team announced the move on Tuesday....
MORNING ROUNDUP: Kansas takes its turn at No. 1
Jayhawks take their turn at No. 1 It is Kansas’ turn at No. 1 in the Top 25 men’s college basketball poll, while another...
Fire isn't expected to delay opening of Rangers' new stadium
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The opening of the new ballpark for the Texas Rangers isn't expected to be delayed after a fire that...
AP source: Reds, LHP Miley agree to $15M, 2-year deal
All-Star pitcher Wade Miley and the Cincinnati Reds have agreed to a $15 million, two-year contact, a person familiar with deal...
Rays complete 2-year deal with Japanese slugger Tsutsugo
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays and Japanese slugger Yoshitomo Tsutsugo have finalized a two-year contract worth...
Rick Porcello, Mets finalize $10M, 1-year contract
NEW YORK (AP) — Rick Porcello's $10 million deal with the New York Mets shows the fruits of free agency as much as Gerrit...
Joely Rodríguez, Rangers finalize $5.5M, 2-year contract
ARLINGTON. Texas (AP) — Left-hander Joely Rodríguez and the Texas Rangers have finalized a $5.5 million, two-year contract, a...
Gregorius, Wheeler excited for new new start with Phillies
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Didi Gregorius was struggling in his first season with the New York Yankees after replacing franchise icon...
Adam Warren to rehab from Tommy John with New York Yankees
NEW YORK (AP) — Adam Warren will rehab from Tommy John surgery with the New York Yankees.Warren agreed Monday to a minor league...
Brewers, Lindblom finalize $9,125,000, 3-year contract
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Josh Lindblom's journey to the Milwaukee Brewers included a detour or two through South Korea."I haven't taken...
Pro lacrosse game set for Marine Corps Air Station Miramar
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The San Diego Seals indoor lacrosse team will play the Vancouver Warriors on the flight line at Marine Corps...
Morning roundup: Rangers get pitching ace Corey Kluber in trade with Indians
The Cleveland Indians traded two-time Cy Young Award winner Corey Kluber to the Texas Rangers on Sunday in a blockbuster deal...
Longtime Giants ace Bumgarner, D-backs reach $85M, 5-yr deal
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Longtime Giants ace Madison Bumgarner has reached agreement with the Arizona Diamondbacks on an $85...
Treinen, Dodgers finalize $10 million, 1-year contract
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Reliever Blake Treinen and the Los Angeles Dodgers finalized a $10 million, one-year deal on Sunday.The...
Reds' Bauer barbs MLB commissioner 'trying to ruin baseball'
Outspoken Reds pitcher Trevor Bauer is barbing Rob Manfred, tweeting the MLB commissioner "is trying to ruin baseball at all...
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Indians trade two-time Cy Young winner Kluber to Rangers
CLEVELAND (AP) — Corey Kluber led by example and excellence in Cleveland. The Texas Rangers are hoping he can do the same for...
Babe Ruth's 500th homer bat sells for more than $1 million
LAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif. (AP) — Babe Ruth has hit another one out of the ballpark.The bat used by the legendary baseball player to...
Mighty Bernie at bat? Sanders makes pitch for minor leagues
BURLINGTON, Iowa (AP) — Take Bernie out to the ball game?Bernie Sanders, the Vermont senator and Democratic presidential...
Morning Roundup: Tiger Woods and US team rallies to win Presidents Cup again
Woods and US team rallies to win Presidents Cup again MELBOURNE, Australia — Tiger Woods set the Presidents Cup record for most...
No. 1 Louisville breezes past EKU; No. 2 Kansas also wins
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Jordan Nwora scored 26 points, Steven Enoch had 23 and No. 1 Louisville shot 63% in both halves to blow...
Fire sends smoke through roof of new Texas Rangers stadium
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — A crate of materials caught fire inside the new Texas Rangers' ballpark that is under construction,...
Fire breaks out at under construction Texas Rangers park
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Fire broke out Saturday at the future home of the Texas Rangers, which is under construction in...
Anthony Rendon eager to team up with Trout in Angels' lineup
Anthony Rendon and agent Scott Boras had just wrapped up the third baseman’s $245 million deal to join the Los Angeles Angels...
Veteran pitcher Straily signs one-year deal with Korean team
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — Veteran pitcher Dan Straily has signed a one-year contract worth $800,000 with the Lotte Giants, the...
Morning roundup: Brewers sign Stillwater's Anderson to one-year deal
Left-hander Brett Anderson is the latest addition to the quickly transforming Milwaukee Brewers, agreeing Friday to a $5...
Star 3B Rendon, Angels complete $245 million, 7-year deal
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — All-Star third baseman Anthony Rendon and the Los Angeles Angels finalized a $245 million, seven-year...
Phillies finalize 1-year deal with Gregorius
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Phillies and shortstop Didi Gregorius finalized their $14 million, one-year contract Friday.Gregorius...
Rangers finish $16M. 2-year deal with pitcher Jordan Lyles
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Rangers completed a $16 million, two-year contract with free agent right-hander Jordan Lyles,...
Injured Céspedes agrees to pay cut in grievance settlement
NEW YORK (AP) — Yoenis Céspedes' salary for 2019 was cut in half and his pay for 2020 reduced as part of a settlement of a...
Rays finalizing deal with Japanese OF Tsutsugo
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays are working to finalize a two-year contract worth about $12 million with...
Jesse Hahn returns to Royals for $600,000, 1-year contract
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Right-hander Jesse Hahn returned to the Kansas City Royals just 11 days after he was let go, agreeing...
LHP Brett Anderson, Brewers agree to $5M, 1-year deal
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Left-hander Brett Anderson is the latest addition to the quickly transforming Milwaukee Brewers, agreeing...
Romine looks forward to good opportunity in Detroit
DETROIT (AP) — Austin Romine tried to put his tussle with Miguel Cabrera in the past.They're teammates now.Romine and the...
Ex-All-Star Wacha, Mets complete bonus-laden $3 million deal
NEW YORK (AP) — Former All-Star right-hander Michael Wacha and the New York Mets completed a $3 million, one-year contract...
Red Sox sign SS Peraza; agree with LHP Pérez, AP source says
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Red Sox have signed shortstop José Peraza, and according to a person familiar with the negotiations,...
AP source: Brett Gardner, Yankees reach $12.5M, 1-year deal
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Outfielder Brett Gardner is staying with the New York Yankees after the best offensive season of his career,...
Former Padres, Giants manager Bochy to manage French team
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Bruce Bochy isn't quite done managing after all.Bochy might have just retired after a decorated 25-year career...
MLB, union agree to testing for opioids after Skaggs' death
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Major League Baseball will start testing for opioids and cocaine, but only players who do not cooperate with...
AP source: Tigers and C Romine agree to $4.15M, 1-year deal
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Tigers and catcher Austin Romine agreed to a $4.15 million, one-year contract, a person with...
MLB's winter meetings turned into the Scott Boras show
SAN DIEGO (AP) — A mostly dreary winter meetings lacking spectacular swaps will be remembered as the Scott Boras...
Padres send Reed to A's to complete Profar-Allen trade
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Oakland acquired minor league outfielder Buddy Reed from San Diego on Thursday to complete the Dec. 2 trade...
Injured Knebel, Brewers agree to same $5,125,000 salary
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers agreed to a one-year contract for $5,125,000 with pitcher Corey Knebel, who is returning...
AP source: Porcello, Mets agree to $10 million, 1-year deal
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Former AL Cy Young Award winner Rick Porcello and the New York Mets have agreed to a $10 million, one-year...
With extra roster spot, teams test options at Rule 5 draft
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Major league teams are getting an extra roster spot in 2020, and clubs went fishing for options at the Rule 5...
AP Source: Angels, Anthony Rendon reach $245M, 7-year deal
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Third baseman Anthony Rendon and the Los Angeles Angels agreed to a $245 million, seven-year contract...
Morning roundup: Gerrit Cole heading to the Yankees
The New York Yankees landed the biggest prize of the free agent market, adding former Houston Astro pitcher Gerrit Cole to...
Rendon follows Strasburg, Cole to free agent riches
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Anthony Rendon is joining the Los Angeles Angels, quickly following mega-deals for Gerrit Cole and Stephen...
Angels to formulate plan for Ohtani’s throwing program soon
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Once Shohei Ohtani completes the final phase of his recovery from Tommy John surgery later this month, the Los...
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Ken Harrelson wins Frick Award for broadcast excellece
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Ken “Hawk" Harrelson, a former player who called Chicago White Sox games for 34 years, on Wednesday won the...
AP source: Anthony Rendon and Los Angeles Angels agree to $245 million, seven-year contract
SAN DIEGO (AP) — AP source: Anthony Rendon and Los Angeles Angels agree to $245 million, seven-year contract.
Rockies, Oberg agree to $13 million, 3-year deal
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Right-hander Scott Oberg and the Colorado Rockies agreed Wednesday to a $13 million, three-year contract with...
AP source: Mets nearing deal to add Wacha to rotation
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The New York Mets and right-hander Michael Wacha are nearing an agreement on a one-year deal, a person with...
AP source: Roark, Blue Jays agree to $24M, 2-year contract
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Right-hander Tanner Roark and the Toronto Blue Jays have agreed to a $24 million, two-year contract, a person...
AP source: Reliever Blake Treinen, Dodgers reach 1-year deal
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Reliever Blake Treinen reached agreement on a $10 million, one-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers just...
World champ Nats switch around some duties on coaching staff
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The World Series champion Washington Nationals shifted around some duties among members of manager Dave...
Manfred: MLB `flexible' on minor league cuts, irked by talks
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred countered outcry over Major League Baseball’s proposal to chop 42 farm teams...
Raiders leaving Coliseum where every Sunday was Halloween
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Let the outsiders mock the dirt infield, flooding locker rooms and antiquated facilities.For coach Jon...
MLB instituting 3-batter minimum for 2020 season
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Major League Baseball is pushing ahead with a rules change for 2020 that requires pitchers to face at least...
22 MLB teams to expand protective netting at ballparks
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Seven major league teams will expand protective netting to the foul poles and 15 others will expand their...
Astros probe widens to almost 60 witnesses, 76,000 emails
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Major League Baseball has interviewed almost 60 people and obtained tens of thousands of electronic messages...
MLB draft relocating to Omaha ahead of College World Series
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Major League Baseball is moving the opening round of its amateur draft in Omaha, Nebraska, ahead of the...
Study: Inconsistent seams, player behavior behind HR uptick
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The baseballs weren't juiced during a record-setting 2019 regular season, according to a study commissioned by...
Cole mine: Gerrit, Yankees strike record $324M, 9-year deal
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Gerrit Cole quickly ended Stephen Strasburg's tenure as baseball's highest-paid pitcher.Cole agreed to a $324...
Plane carrying 1 of Liverpool's owners skids off runway
LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — A private jet carrying a member of the American ownership group of English soccer club Liverpool...
Balkovec looks forward to breaking barrier as hitting coach
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Rachel Balkovec wants to be a hit with the New York Yankees — and the way to do that is to help their minor...
AP source: Gregorius, Phillies agree to $14M, 1-year deal
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Free-agent shortstop Didi Gregorius is reuniting with manager Joe Girardi in Philadelphia, agreeing with the...
Contraction chatter not slowing minor league job seekers
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Jack Wang came all the way from Taiwan, well aware of the hurdles and long odds to pursuing a career in...
AP source: Yanks land ace Cole on record $324M, 9-year deal
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The New York Yankees landed the biggest prize of the free agent market, adding Gerrit Cole to their rotation...
White Sox get young slugger Mazara from Rangers for prospect
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The Chicago White Sox acquired right fielder Nomar Mazara from the Texas Rangers for minor league outfielder...
Rockies GM: Murphy probably returned too soon from injury
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The Colorado Rockies saw how much Daniel Murphy wanted his first season with the team to be a memorable...
AP source: Gerrit Cole and New York Yankees agree to $324 million, nine-year contract
AP source: Gerrit Cole and New York Yankees agree to $324 million, nine-year contract.
Adam Jones, Orix agree to $8M, 2-year contract
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Outfielder Adam Jones and the Orix Buffaloes of Japan's Pacific League have agreed to an $8 million, two-year...
Gomes, Kendrick officially back to World Series champ Nats
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Doing their best to keep as much of their World Series roster intact as possible, the Washington Nationals...
MLB goes swoosh; Nike logos on upper right chest of jerseys
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Baseball is going swoosh.Nike’s logo will be on the upper right chest of Major League Baseball jerseys next...
Hinch working with MLB on sign steal probe, mum on details
SAN DIEGO (AP) — AJ Hinch leaned into a microphone and looked up at one of the deepest gaggles of reporters yet at this week's...
Twins finalize deals for Michael Pineda, Alex Avila
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The Minnesota Twins finalized a $20 million, two-year contract with suspended pitcher Michael Pineda on...
Giants add infielder Cozart, prospect in trade with Angels
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Zack Cozart has had surgery on his left shoulder twice in two years.The San Francisco Giants will wait...
Padres, D-Backs meet in regular-season games in Mexico City
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The San Diego Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks will play each other in April in Major League Baseball's first...
Junior Guerra, D-backs, agree to $2.65M deal
SAN DIEGO (AP) —Right-hander Junior Guerra and the Arizona Diamondbacks have finalized a one-year contract that guarantees...
Strasburg, Nationals reach record $245M, 7-year deal
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Stephen Strasburg returned to the Washington Nationals with a record contract on the first day of the winter...