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Ex-MLB player Puig found guilty in gambling probe

A jury has found ex-major league outfielder Yasiel Puig guilty of obstruction of justice and lying to federal officials, the U.S. Attorney's Office said Friday.

Sources: Goldschmidt, Yanks finalizing 1-year deal

First baseman Paul Goldschmidt is finalizing a one-year contract to return to the Yankees, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Friday.

Dodgers DFA reliever Banda, claim Rortvedt

The Dodgers designated reliever Anthony Banda for assignment on Friday after the left-hander won two consecutive World Series rings with the team.

McGwire back with A's, this time as special asst.

Former slugger Mark McGwire is back with his first organization, rejoining the Athletics as a special assistant to player development.

Ashcraft, Uceta add to player arbitration wins

Pitchers Graham Ashcraft and Edwin Uceta won their salary arbitration cases Friday, improving players to 5-0 this year.

Doc: Clase accused of rigged pitches in 48 games

Cleveland Guardians pitcher Emmanuel Clase is accused of throwing suspect pitches to benefit bettors in at least 48 games over two years, significantly more than was initially revealed by prosecutors, according to a court document.

Ex-Blue Jays C, broadcaster Martinez retiring

Former MLB catcher Buck Martinez, 77, is retiring as a Blue Jays broadcaster after more than 4,000 games dating back to 1987.

Judge, Ohtani highlight star-studded WBC rosters

Seventy-eight All-Stars and 190 major leaguers dotted the rosters for the 20-team World Baseball Classic when they were fully unveiled on Thursday.

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