Major League Baseball

Irked Devers tells Red Sox he won't switch to 1B

Rafael Devers said the Red Sox approached him about the idea of filling in as Boston's first baseman but said it's not in his best interest to make another position switch.

Pirates fire Shelton, say move is to 'fix this now'

Derek Shelton's dismissal as manager comes as the Pirates (12-26) have lost seven straight games and 10 of 11. Pirates chairman Bob Nutting said the team needed to "act with a sense of urgency and take the steps necessary to fix this now."

Agent: Ohtani could have landed 15-year deal

Shohei Ohtani could have pursued a 15-year contract through age 44, agent Nez Balelo said Thursday, explaining the two-way superstar didn't want to risk a decline in his skills while under the big deal.

Lemon, WS champ and 3-time All-Star, dies at 70

Chet Lemon, a three-time All Star and World Series champion with the 1984 Detroit Tigers, has died at the age of 70.

Reds' Greene headed to IL with strained groin

Reds right-hander Hunter Greene suffered a Grade 1 groin strain and will be placed on the injured list.

Brewers' Rodríguez demoted, Civale set for rehab

The Brewers have optioned righty Elvin Rodríguez to Triple-A Nashville and sent fellow pitcher Aaron Civale down to Nashville for a rehabilitation assignment.

Rangers recall Duran with Pillar on injured list

The Rangers recalled utility man Ezequiel Duran from Triple-A Round Rock on Thursday to fill the 26-man roster spot vacated by outfielder Kevin Pillar.

Stanton: Could rejoin Yankees when first eligible

Giancarlo Stanton (elbows) said he could return to the Yankees lineup by the end of the month, when he's first eligible.

🤔 Pope Leo XIV: Cubs or White Sox fan?

The Cubs and White Sox paid tribute to recently elected Pope (and Chicago native) Leo XIV amid a fandom debate.