Phils edge Nats on Hernandez’s gem, Byrd’s blast
Behind eight innings of one-run ball from Roberto Hernandez and a go-ahead solo home run from Marlon Byrd in the sixth, the Phillies defeated the Nationals, 2-1, on Friday night…Read more
Lackey, Masterson jumping right into division fray
From the onset of their arrival, John Lackey and Justin Masterson will get a sense of the reason why they were acquired as they face the NL Central-leading Brewers. Read more
Cole scratched from rehab start
When Gerrit Cole was returned to the Pirates' disabled list on July 9 with a sore right latissimus muscle, the injury was portrayed as rare for baseball and finicky to…Read more
Vogelsong makes quick work of Mets in two-hitter
Ryan Vogelsong's complete-game two-hitter ended a five-decision losing streak which spanned six starts and featured a remarkable paucity of scoring as the Giants opened a three-city, 10-game road trip with…Read more
Baez still developing in Triple-A, Renteria says
Manager Rick Renteria knows Cubs fans want to see Javier Baez, 21, join the big league team, but says it's not time yet. Read more
Running away with the ’80 Houston Astros
General manager Tal Smith, hitting coach Deacon Jones and two key players -- Enos Cabell and Jose Cruz -- were on hand to discuss exactly how Houston managed a startling…Read more
Rose: On same page with Reinsdorf, Bulls
Chicago Bulls star Derrick Rose acknowledged Thursday that there is lingering tension between some members of his inner-circle and members of the Bulls' organization. Read more
Monaco look to replace Rodriguez
Monaco coach Leonardo Jardim said he is searching for a replacement for departed attacking midfielder James Rodriguez. Colombia star Rodriguez […] Read more
Instead of staying pat, Cherington takes bold steps
Speaking of general managers showing guts, smarts and imagination, there's Ben Cherington of the Red Sox. Nice work, very nice. Read more
Giants designate Uggla, Colvin, call up Double-A duo
The Giants purchased the contracts of infielder Matt Duffy and outfielder Jarrett Parker from Double-A Richmond on Friday while clearing roster room by designating second baseman Dan Uggla and outfielder…Read more