Choo’s surgery set for Friday, when Rios returns
Shin-Soo Choo is scheduled to undergo surgery on Friday to have a bone spur removed from his left elbow. On the same day, Alex Rios is expected to be back…Read more
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Phils acquire Arano to complete Hernandez deal
The Phillies have completed the Roberto Hernandez trade by acquiring right-hander Victor Arano from the Dodgers on Thursday. Read more
Thomas hosts Big Hurt Brewhouse groundbreaking
The 2014 calendar year has been exceptional for Frank Thomas. At the core of Thomas' good fortune was becoming a first-ballot electee into the National Baseball Hall of Fame on…Read more
Once a catcher, Jansen now on record saves pace
Before Saturday's Dodgers game at Petco Park, the Padres will induct into their Hall of Fame a player who was once considered an unsuccessful Minor League shortstop. Who knew Trevor…Read more
Stroman’s varied approach spicing things up
Marcus Stroman has asserted himself as the Blue Jays' best starter since he made his rotation debut back in late May. Since joining Toronto's rotation, Stroman has been wowing teammates,…Read more
D-backs claim Reimold off waivers from Jays
The Arizona Diamondbacks have claimed outfielder Nolan Reimold off waivers from the Toronto Blue Jays, as announced by D-backs general manager Kevin Towers. A corresponding move will be made prior…Read more
Dodgers’ affiliates throw two no-hitters on Thursday
Left-hander Jairo Pacheco combined with three relievers -- Kam Uter, Yeuri Gonzalez and Harlan Richter -- for a no-hitter Thursday, and the Rookie-level Dodgers defeated the Brewers, 10-0, in the…Read more
Flyers’ White sidelined after pectoralis muscle injury
Philadelphia Flyers center Ryan White had surgery Wednesday to repair his left pectoralis muscle, the team announced Thursday. According to a statement from Flyers general manager Ron Hextall, the injury…Read more
After fixing mechanics, Ackley looking like new hitter
For the record, Lloyd McClendon doesn't know if Dustin Ackley is more confident now than earlier this season. But the Mariners manager does have a new nickname that reflects his…Read more
Royals claim Nix off waivers, activate Downs off DL
The Royals claimed infielder Jayson Nix on outright waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday. Read more