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Phils fire Thomson, tried to hire Cora as manager

The Phillies, off to their worst start to a season in more than two decades, fired manager Rob Thomson and tried to hire Alex Cora as his replacement.

Cuban Ramírez tested positive for steroids at WBC

Former Chicago White Sox shortstop Alexei Ramírez tested positive for four anabolic steroids at the World Baseball Classic in March where he set a record as its oldest ever player.

Fired Thomson has no animosity toward Phillies

Former Phillies manager Rob Thomson showed no animosity toward the team or front office, which fired him on Tuesday, expressing a desire to remain in the organization if he's wanted.

Mendoza: Aware of hot seat, confident of rebound

Embattled Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said he's aware of the rampant speculation about his job status but is focusing all his energy on getting the best out of his team, which entered Tuesday with losses in 15 of its last 17 games.

Cruz highlights night of defensive gems for Yanks

In a night full of defensive highlights for the Yankees in their win Tuesday, infielder-turned-reliever Fernando Cruz may have had the gem of the night after cutting off a bunt attempt in the eighth inning and throwing out the runner at third.

Roberts explains having Ohtani pitch but not hit

Shohei Ohtani started on the mound but was absent from the Dodgers' lineup Tuesday night. As manager Dave Roberts explained, "His goal is to make every start, and so with that, there has to be some compromise and some openness to kind of read and react."

Romo switch-hits first 2 HRs to carry White Sox

Drew Romo stole the spotlight from Angels ace Jose Soriano, hitting his first two big league homers Tuesday night, one from each side of the plate, in the White Sox's 5-2 win.

Patrick overcomes vision trouble in Brewers' win

Chad Patrick, 27, experienced vision trouble that caused the Milwaukee Brewers' training staff to check him on the mound before the second inning of a 13-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks Tuesday, but he said, after the win, he was feeling better.

🤔 What's next for Phillies after firing Thomson

Philly decided it was time for a change after a 9-19 start. Will the Phils improve under interim manager Don Mattingly?