Major League Baseball

Volpe denies 'BS' report that he refused SS move

Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe strongly denied a report that he refused to play second base earlier this season, saying he was caught "off guard" by the since-retracted report that he called "BS."

'Time has come': Verlander to retire after season

Three-time Cy Young winner and 2011 American League MVP Justin Verlander, the oldest active player in the major leagues at 43, will retire after the 2026 season.

Blue Jays' Cease loses no-hit bid in 9th to Giants

The Blue Jays' Dylan Cease took a no-hitter into the ninth inning Wednesday before the Giants' Heliot Ramos broke it up on a line-drive single to center field.

Boston's Contreras exits after fouling ball off foot

The ups and downs of Willson Contreras' season continued Wednesday when he had to leave the Red Sox's win after fouling a ball off his left foot.

Trout comes off IL, hits 2-run HR to help Angels

Mike Trout came off the injured list Wednesday and homered in his return, helping lift the Los Angeles Angels to a 13-1 victory over the Texas Rangers.

Brewers find new injury to Woodruff's shoulder

The Brewers said an MRI exam revealed a new injury to Brandon Woodruff's anterior capsule and are seeking a second opinion after initially diagnosing him with inflammation.

Mattingly interested in managing Phillies full time

With the Phillies firmly in playoff contention heading into the All-Star break, interim manager Don Mattingly said he would be interested in leading the club full time.

White Sox call No. 1 draft pick a three-man race

The White Sox have homed in on three candidates for the No. 1 pick in the MLB amateur draft: UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky, Georgia Tech catcher Vahn Lackey and Texas high school shortstop Grady Emerson.

⚾ Breaking down the MLB Home Run Derby field

The sluggers who will be swinging for the fences in Philly are being named. Here's how they match up.