Manfred: Youth initiatives essential for game
Rob Manfred's first public appearance as Commissioner-elect in 2014 was at the Little League World Series -- a visit that symbolized the priority he planned to place on youth participation…Read more
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Three straight HRs fuel Cubs’ crazy rally
The Cubs went on a home run binge in the fourth inning on Thursday, with a leadoff homer by Kris Bryant and then back to back to back jacks against…Read more
Hot wire: 10 men to pluck off fantasy waivers
Regardless of your holes, the fantasy waiver wire has a plug or long-term fix to pick up today. Check the following 10 men -- all sitting in waivers in many…Read more
Today’s starting lineups: Aug. 17
Every lineup, every day, as they are made public by the clubs. Read more
Lester allows 9 runs, exits with left lat tightness
Cubs pitcher Jon Lester left Thursday's game against the Reds after 1 2/3 innings after experiencing left lat tightness. Read more
Descalso delivers D-backs’ 3rd inside-the-parker
D-backs second baseman Daniel Descalso hit an inside-the-park home run off Astros right-hander Mike Fiers in the fourth inning Thursday afternoon at Minute Maid Park. Read more
Lester allows 9 runs before exiting in second
Cubs pitcher Jon Lester left Thursday's game against the Reds after 1 2/3 innings after calling the athletic trainer to the mound. Read more
Tribe’s Ramirez leaves after being hit on arm
Indians All-Star Jose Ramirez exited the opener of Thursday's doubleheader against the Twins after being hit on the right arm by a pitch. The extent of the injury is not…Read more
How Sale found a new gear for historic season
Chris Sale is obviously having a great year, but he's always been great. How did he manage to take yet another leap forward? It's a combination of improvement on his…Read more
Miller to be activated from DL on Friday
Andrew Miller has shouldered a heavy load for the Indians since joining the team last summer. Cleveland is hoping that his recent stint on the shelf not only helped him…Read more