MLB News
Brewers' Murphy set to have back, hip surgeries
Brewers manager Pat Murphy said Saturday he's planning to have back surgery on Thursday, when the team is off, and a procedure on his hip during the All-Star break.
Tigers' Verlander (hamstring) likely out weeks
Tigers veteran right-hander Justin Verlander has a left hamstring strain and likely will be out "weeks," according to manager A.J. Hinch.
Soroka latest D-backs starting pitcher to hit IL
The Diamondbacks lost another starting pitcher to injury on Saturday, placing right-hander Michael Soroka on the 15-day injured list with a strained right glute.
Marlins' Hicks scratched due to back tightness
Marlins slugger Liam Hicks was scratched for their game against the San Francisco Giants on Saturday because of back tightness.
Red Sox place Kiner-Falefa (forearm) on IL
The Red Sox placed utility infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa on the injured list Saturday with left forearm inflammation.
Nats' Young exits after crashing into outfield wall
The Nationals' Jacob Young hit the left-center field wall hard with his right shoulder and head in the eighth inning and had to leave Saturday's game against the Rays.
Rangers scratch Eovaldi due to knee soreness
Rangers right-hander Nathan Eovaldi was scratched from his scheduled start against the Padres because of left knee soreness.
Cubs' Palencia diagnosed with mild flexor strain
Cubs closer Daniel Palencia has been diagnosed with a mild flexor strain in his right arm, manager Craig Counsell announced.
The union's primary spokesperson the last time baseball lost games to a labor fight sees similar signs of trouble ahead.