Mauer hits soft toss, but no live pitching yet
Twins first baseman Joe Mauer has progressed to hitting soft toss on Friday, but he's still not sure when he'll hit against live pitching. Read more
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Today’s MLB starting lineups: July 25
Every lineup, every day, as they are made public by the clubs. Read more
Eaton relieved miscue didn’t cost Noesi no-no
When the Twins rallied for two hits and a couple of runs in the eighth inning Thursday night, you couldn't blame Adam Eaton for breathing a little sigh of relief. Read more
Myers takes first swings since injuring wrist
Rays outfielder Wil Myers has started swinging a bat for the first time since fracturing his right wrist against the Red Sox in late May. Read more
With loss of Zimmerman comes infield moves
With manager Matt Williams saying that the Nationals will re-evaluate Ryan Zimmerman's right hamstring strain after two weeks, Anthony Rendon will be the everyday third baseman, and the Nats could…Read more
Detroit Red Wings sign C Landon Ferraro to 1-year contract
DETROIT - The Detroit Red Wings have signed centre Landon Ferraro to a one-year contract. The team did not announce terms of the deal Friday. The 22-year-old Ferraro made his…Read more
Vancouver Canucks sign sixth-overall draft pick Jake Virtanen
VANCOUVER - The Vancouver Canucks have signed sixth-overall draft pick Jake Virtanen, according to Virtanen's Twitter feed. "Such an honour to sign with the Vancouver Canucks!," Virtanen posted Friday. "I'd…Read more
Wood-en bat: Pitcher knocks third home run
There have been more than a few times when Cubs manager Rick Renteria was asked if he'd consider batting Travis Wood somewhere higher than ninth because of the pitcher's ability…Read more
Cox’s induction a proud moment for Yost
Legendary Braves manager Bobby Cox will be inducted into the Hall of Fame on Sunday, a proud moment for Royals skipper Ned Yost, who spent 12 seasons on Cox's coaching…Read more
Tribe targeting Sunday for Asdrubal’s return
The Indians have set Sunday as the target to have Asdrubal Cabrera return to the lineup following a bout with back spasms. Read more