Major League Baseball

Padres reach deal to sell to Jones-Feliciano group

The San Diego Padres have reached an agreement to sell control of the team to an investor group led by Kwanza Jones and José E. Feliciano.

Reds issue 7 straight walks, tying MLB record

The Reds issued a record-tying seven straight walks in the second inning of a 17-7 loss to the Pirates, just the third time in MLB history a team walked that many batters consecutively.

Acuña exits with hamstring tightness, set for MRI

Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuña Jr. left Saturday night's game against the Colorado Rockies in the second inning because of left hamstring tightness.

Astros' Walker hit in head by pitch, says he's OK

Houston first baseman Christian Walker expects to be in the lineup Sunday even though he left Saturday's game in the ninth inning after getting hit in the head by a fastball from Boston left-hander Tyler Samaniego.

Sources: Torrens, Mets agree to 2-year extension

The New York Mets and catcher Luis Torrens are in agreement on a two-year, $11.5 million contract extension through the 2028 season, sources confirmed to ESPN on Saturday.

O's prospect Gibson to make debut vs. Yankees

On Sunday against the Yankees, prospect Trey Gibson will make his major league debut for the Orioles.

Springer hit by pitch again on foot; X-rays clean

Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer left his team's 11-4 win over Minnesota in the third inning after being hit by a pitch on the left foot.

Phillies activate Realmuto (back spasms) from IL

Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto, who has been sidelined since April 22 because of back spasms, was activated from the IL on Saturday.

🐶 Judge's cleats spotlight his dachshunds

The Yankees' slugger wore custom Nike cleats, featuring a logo of his dachshunds, Penny and Gus.