Encarnacion, Lind may not need rehab stints
The Blue Jays have contemplated the idea of activating Adam Lind and Edwin Encarnacion from the 15-day disabled list without putting them on a rehab assignment. Read more
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Puig takes extra BP, may return on Friday
Dodgers All-Star outfielder Yasiel Puig took extra batting practice Wednesday and could return to the lineup Friday night when the Dodgers open a showdown series in San Francisco. Read more
Tejada exits after getting hit in helmet
Mets shortstop Ruben Tejada left Wednesday's game in the fifth inning after a 94-mph Taijuan Walker fastball struck him in the helmet. There was no immediate word on Tejada's status,…Read more
Stamkos says Lightning can contend for Cup
Steven Stamkos looks at the new Tampa Bay Lightning roster and believes they have a legitimate chance to contend for the Stanley Cup. "We have a good thing going down…Read more
After duel, Royals win series on Sox error
Mike Moustakas slid into catcher Tyler Flowers, knocking the ball from his glove, and scored the deciding run in the Royals' 2-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday…Read more
Belfort granted license, in line for Weidman tilt
The Nevada State Athletic Commission voted unanimously in favor of granting UFC middleweight Vitor Belfort a fighter's license Wednesday, paving the way for a middleweight title bout against Chris Weidman…Read more
Sources: Charles, Chiefs agree on extension
Jamaal Charles of Kansas City Chiefs agrees to two-year contract extension. Read more
Stoops bashes Saban’s ‘consolation’ remark
Bob Stoops responded to Alabama coach Nick Saban's comments about the Sugar Bowl being a "consolation game" as quickly and decisively as the Sooners' did in last season's 45-31 upset…Read more
Left quad strain forces Springer to DL
The Astros placed outfielder George Springer on the 15-day disabled list Wednesday with a left quad strain. Marc Krauss has been recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City to take Springer's spot…Read more
Gibson: ‘Taste’ of big leagues would help Bradley
D-backs manager Kirk Gibson said a taste of the big leagues at some point this year would help top prospect Archie Bradley in 2015, but that it's too soon to…Read more