MLB Player News
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TORONTO — With Jonathan Papelbon finally getting his wish and moving out of Philadelphia, the Phillies handed the closer role to Ken Giles. The 24-year-old… Full Story
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BOSTON — It was a split second from being one of the best catches ever seen. Instead, it was a home run. More important to… Full Story
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NEW YORK — Rookie right-handed pitcher Noah Syndergaard retired the first 18 batters he faced Tuesday night and ended up allowing three hits over eight… Full Story
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LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles Dodgers manager Don Mattingly reiterated Tuesday that the club has no immediate plans to trade right fielder Yasiel Puig. Puig… Full Story
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Major League Baseball suspended New York Mets pitcher Jenrry Mejia for 162 games on Tuesday after a second failed drug test this season. Mejia returned… Full Story
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Kansas City Royals general manager Dayton Moore pulled off his second major trade of the month Tuesday, acquiring Ben Zobrist from the Oakland Athletics. The… Full Story
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The St. Louis Cardinals activated left-hander Jaime Garcia from the 15-day disabled list and optioned right-hander Sam Tuivailala to Triple-A on Tuesday. Gracia, who was… Full Story
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Shortstop Troy Tulowitzki was a huge acquisition for the Blue Jays, but Toronto isn’t bowing out of the arms race before Friday’s non-waiver deadline. After… Full Story
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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The Tampa Bay Rays want their catchers to play strong defense and handle their pitching staff expertly, with offense a rare… Full Story
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BALTIMORE — The ovation started when Braves right fielder Nick Markakis began walking to the batter’s box to lead off Monday’s game against the Orioles.… Full Story