Major League Baseball

Orioles bolster rotation, acquire Eflin from Rays

The Baltimore Orioles acquired right-handed starter Zach Eflin from the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday.

Mets' Senga wows, but hurt again in season debut

Mets ace Kodai Senga, making his long-awaited season debut Friday night, exited in the sixth inning with a left calf strain.

Freeman leaves Dodgers to be with ailing son

First baseman Freddie Freeman was granted leave by the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday to be with his ailing 3-year-old son.

Angels receive good news on Trout as MRI clean

An MRI on Mike Trout's left knee came back clean, and the Los Angeles Angels outfielder is dealing with scar tissue buildup and inflammation.

Dodgers deal Paxton to Red Sox for minor leaguer

The Red Sox acquired left-hander James Paxton from the Dodgers for minor league infielder Moises Bolivar on Friday, attempting to fortify their rotation as they chase a playoff spot in a wide-open American League landscape.

Back surgery for Yelich inevitable, manager says

Pat Murphy says it's inevitable that Christian Yelich will have surgery at some point on his ailing back, but the Brewers manager remains optimistic the All-Star outfielder can return this season.

Mariners land RHP García, send prospects to Jays

The Mariners acquired reliever Yimi García from the Blue Jays in return for outfield prospect Jonatan Clase and minor-league catcher Jacob Sharp, the team announced Friday.

Yankees eye Monday return for slugger Stanton

The Yankees are eyeing a Monday return for slugger Giancarlo Stanton, who hasn't played since straining his left hamstring while running the bases on June 22.

MLB trade deadline grades

Trade season has officially begun! Here's our running scorecard for every big move before July 30.