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'Dave always wants to go big': How MLB's best team is approaching the trade deadline

'Dave always wants to go big': How MLB's best team is approaching the trade deadline

The Phillies are used to needing a boost this time of year. Here's how the view from the top is impacting their deadline mindset. ... Continue Reading
Mets' Senga wows, but hurt again in season debut

Mets' Senga wows, but hurt again in season debut

Mets ace Kodai Senga, making his long-awaited season debut Friday night, exited in the sixth inning with a left calf strain. ... Continue Reading
Freeman leaves Dodgers to be with ailing son

Freeman leaves Dodgers to be with ailing son

First baseman Freddie Freeman was granted leave by the Dodgers to be with his ailing 3-year-old son. ... Continue Reading
Mariners land RHP García, send prospects to Jays

Mariners land RHP García, send prospects to Jays

The Mariners acquired reliever Yimi García from the Blue Jays in return for outfield prospect Jonatan Clase and minor-league catcher Jacob Sharp, the team announced Friday. ... Continue Reading
Back surgery for Yelich inevitable, manager says

Back surgery for Yelich inevitable, manager says

Pat Murphy says it's inevitable that Christian Yelich will have surgery at some point on his ailing back, but the Brewers manager remains optimistic the All-Star outfielder can return this season. ... Continue Reading
Yankees eye Monday return for slugger Stanton

Yankees eye Monday return for slugger Stanton

The Yankees are eyeing a Monday return for slugger Giancarlo Stanton, who hasn't played since straining his left hamstring while running the bases on June 22. ... Continue Reading
Orioles bolster rotation, acquire Eflin from Rays

Orioles bolster rotation, acquire Eflin from Rays

The Baltimore Orioles acquired right-handed starter Zach Eflin from the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday. ... Continue Reading
Angels receive good news on Trout as MRI clean

Angels receive good news on Trout as MRI clean

An MRI on Mike Trout's left knee came back clean, and the Los Angeles Angels outfielder is dealing with scar tissue buildup and inflammation. ... Continue Reading
Dodgers deal Paxton to Red Sox for minor leaguer

Dodgers deal Paxton to Red Sox for minor leaguer

The Red Sox acquired left-hander James Paxton from the Dodgers for minor league infielder Moises Bolivar on Friday, attempting to fortify their rotation as they chase a playoff spot in a wide-open American League landscape. ... Continue Reading
Power Rankings: An AL team on the rise breaks into top 10

Power Rankings: An AL team on the rise breaks into top 10

A number of baseball's best teams have struggled recently, making the deadline even more important. ... Continue Reading
Mets ace Senga exits season debut with calf strain

Mets ace Senga exits season debut with calf strain

Mets ace Kodai Senga, making his long-awaited season debut Friday night, exited in the sixth inning with a left calf strain. ... Continue Reading
Phillies get '23 All-Star OF Hays in trade with O's

Phillies get '23 All-Star OF Hays in trade with O's

The Phillies have acquired outfielder Austin Hays in a trade with the Orioles. Reliever Seranthony Dominguez and outfielder Cristian Pache are headed to Baltimore in return. ... Continue Reading
All-Star Greene lands on injured list for Tigers

All-Star Greene lands on injured list for Tigers

The Tigers placed All-Star outfielder Riley Greene on the injured list Friday with a right hamstring strain. ... Continue Reading
Mariners land RHP Garcia, send prospects to Jays

Mariners land RHP Garcia, send prospects to Jays

The Mariners acquired reliever Yimi Garcia from the Blue Jays in return for outfield prospect Jonatan Clase and minor-league catcher Jacob Sharp, the team announced Friday. ... Continue Reading
Mets place Núñez on IL in flurry of bullpen moves

Mets place Núñez on IL in flurry of bullpen moves

The Mets' struggling bullpen took another hit on Friday when Dedniel Núñez was placed on the injured list and Shintaro Fujinami was designated for assignment. ... Continue Reading