Francona: Masterson returning to form as good as trade
The Indians believe that a having a healthy Justin Masterson for the final two months of the season could have a similar impact as adding an arm via a trade. Read more
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Francona hopeful Asdrubal returns this weekend
Indians manager Terry Francona is optimistic that shortstop Asdrubal Cabrera will be able to return to the lineup before the end of this weekend's series against the Royals. Read more
Jeffress latest mentee of Dabney to debut
Could Jeremy Jeffress be the latest late-bloomer to find success in the Brewers' bullpen after a visit with a certain Minor League pitching coach? Fred Dabney has previously had a…Read more
Bruised hand keeps Hosmer from starting lineup
Eric Hosmer knows the significance of every game at the current juncture of the Royals' season, and for him, that's the most frustrating part of missing Thursday's series opener against…Read more
Simmons latest Braves regular to get a night off
As catcher Evan Gattis returned to the Braves' starting lineup, Andrelton Simmons received the night off on Thursday. Ramiro Pena started as shortstop and batted eighth in place of Simmons. Read more
White Sox send Putnam to DL, recall Rienzo
The White Sox kicked off a seven-day road trip against two American League Central foes in a less-than-optimal way Thursday, placing reliever Zach Putnam on the 15-day disabled list with…Read more
Gibson not likely to make next start
Right-hander Kyle Gibson, who has been bothered by lower back stiffness, is likely to be ruled out to start on Saturday against the White Sox. Read more
Jets sign defenceman Keaton Ellerby to one-year, two-way contract
WINNIPEG - The Winnipeg Jets have signed defenceman Keaton Ellerby to a one-year, two-way contract worth US$700,000. The 25-year-old from Strathmore, Alta., played in 51 games with the Jets last…Read more
Keaton Ellerby agrees to terms with Jets
Defenseman Keaton Ellerby has agreed to terms on a one-year, two-way contract with the Winnipeg Jets worth $700,000, the team announced Thursday. Ellerby, 25, was a first-round pick (No. 10)…Read more
Struggling behind the plate, Salty working to improve
When it comes to his defense, Marlins catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia doesn't sugarcoat the numbers. The 29-year-old has committed 12 errors, which ties him with Cleveland's Yan Gomes for the most…Read more