Cobb notches first big league hit with RBI double
Rays starter Alex Cobb sent a fastball down the first-base line Wednesday and jogged into second base for his first Major League hit. Read more
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Defenseman Sarich stable after cycling accident
Veteran defenseman Cory Sarich is in stable condition after being injured in a cycling accident July 21, his agent said Wednesday. Sarich, 35, was struck by a motor vehicle while…Read more
Today’s MLB starting lineups: July 23
Every lineup, every day, as they are made public by the clubs. Read more
Rizzo comes through for courageous young fan
When Anthony Rizzo crossed home plate after hitting his 24th, and then his 25th home run, he touched his fingers to his lips and then pointed to the sky. It…Read more
Phillies to give others playing time over Howard
Ryan Howard is struggling through arguably the worst season of his career, following two injury-riddled seasons, and Phillies manager Ryne Sandberg is ready to look at other options at first…Read more
Buffalo Sabres sign free-agent defenceman Andre Benoit to 1-year contract
BUFFALO, N.Y. - The Buffalo Sabres signed free-agent defenceman Andre Benoit to a one-year contract Wednesday. Benoit spent last season with the Colorado Avalanche, and had a career-best 28 points…Read more
Pirates place Marte on disabled list, recall Morel
The Pirates placed Starling Marte on the 7-day concussion disabled list Wednesday, five days after Marte took a 93-mph fastball off the helmet. Infielder Brent Morel was promoted from Triple-A…Read more
Peavy aware of trade talks, but focus is on field
Jake Peavy is trying not to let all the trade talk affect his performance on the mound, but the Red Sox right-hander is aware his name is frequently mentioned as…Read more
Griffey visits Atlanta, watches Stanton BP in awe
Ken Griffey Jr. certainly has seen his share of imposing sluggers. But the big league legend has never witnessed anything quite like Marlins All-Star Giancarlo Stanton. One of the greats…Read more
Don’t speak: McGwire done with Canseco
Mark McGwire wants nothing to do with any reconciliation attempts by his former "Bash Brother" Jose Canseco. Read more