Report: Manfred 1 vote shy on 1st MLB ballot
Rob Manfred fell one vote short of the required three-quarters majority on the first ballot Thursday to become the new baseball commissioner, a person familiar with the balloting told The…Read more
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Starlin’s 13-game hit streak a promising sign
Cubs shortstop Starlin Castro singled with two outs in the fourth inning against the Brewers on Thursday to extend his hitting streak to 13 games, one shy of his career…Read more
Wilson back from Pawtucket to fill Ranaudo’s spot
The Red Sox recalled right-handed pitcher Alex Wilson from Triple-A Pawtucket on Thursday. They optioned right-hander Anthony Ranaudo to Pawtucket following Wednesday's game at Cincinnati. Read more
Four legends inducted into Red Sox Hall of Fame
Joe Castiglione, Roger Clemens, Nomar Garciaparra and Pedro Martinez were inducted to into the Red Sox Hall of Fame on Thursday afternoon at Fenway Park. Read more
Justin Upton exits with left hamstring strain
Braves outfielder Justin Upton exited Thursday afternoon's game against the Dodgers with a left hamstring strain. His status is day to day. Read more
Kings’ Cousins injured in Team USA practice
In the first practice since Paul George broke his leg during a team scrimmage, Team USA suffered another injury blow. Read more
DE Fields permanently separated from TCU
TCU defensive end Devonte Fields has been permanently separated from the university, a school spokesman said Thursday. Read more
Braun out of lineup with lingering thumb issue
Little has changed since Ryan Braun first spoke in depth in early April about the nerve issue in his right hand that has bothered him since last season. It still…Read more
Recusal policy affects 9 on Playoff committee
The College Football Playoff selection committee announced its official policy Thursday as nine of 13 committee members have been recused from voting for certain schools. Read more
Jackson unsure how he’ll be greeted in Motown return
Austin Jackson, who spent his first four-plus season with Detroit, is set to square off vs. his former team this weekend for the first time since his July 31 deal…Read more