Major League Baseball

Reds put OF Myers on IL, activate reliever Pagan

Reds outfielder Dane Myers was placed on the 10-day injured list with a bruised left shoulder on Tuesday, one day after crashing into an outfield wall.

MLB, MLBPA donate $1M for Venezuela quake aid

Major League Baseball and the MLB Players' Association announced a joint $1 million donation Tuesday to aid in recovery from the devastating earthquakes that struck Venezuela last week.

MLB strikes out in 'Play Ball' trademark quest

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has denied MLB's request to trademark the phrase "Play Ball," saying that the phrase is too commonplace.

Bat flip unveils Contreras' concern for Venezuela

Mindful of the people back home in his native Venezuela as they deal with the fallout from two massive earthquakes, Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras homered, flipped his bat and was later ejected from a 6-3 win over the Washington Nationals.

Mets' miscues lead to little league HR for Jays

George Springer rounded the bases on a little league home run against the Mets on Monday night when New York star left fielder Juan Soto misplayed a sinking line drive and center fielder A.J. Ewing flubbed the throw backing up the play.

Bregman regrets not running hard to 1B on Sunday

Third baseman Alex Bregman, 32, who signed a five-year, $175 million deal with the Cubs over the winter but has struggled in his first season, said Monday he regrets not running hard to first base in Chicago's victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday.

Astros' Pena heading back to IL with calf strain

Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena is returning to the injured list, this time with a mild left calf strain.

⚾ The best all-time draft debates with No. 1 pick

We break down some of the biggest decisions teams had to make at the No. 1 pick -- and whether they were the right choice.