Major League Baseball

Dodgers go to 6-man rotation amid Ohtani return

Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani is expected to start on the mound Wednesday as he continues his buildup from elbow surgery that kept him from pitching all last season.

Judge to DH upon return; 1B not among options

The Yankees are not considering having Aaron Judge play first base when he returns from the IL, a source told ESPN. He will be slotted at DH until he can play in the outfield.

Holmes, rest of Braves' Opening Day SPs on IL

The Braves placed right-hander Grant Holmes on the 15-day injured list, meaning all five of the club's starters on Opening Day are on the injured list.

Rangers 1B/DH Pederson back from broken hand

The Rangers activated designated hitter/first baseman Joc Pederson from the 10-day injured list on Sunday after missing the past two months with a fractured hand.

Jays' Kirk on concussion IL after bat hits mask

The Toronto Blue Jays placed catcher Alejandro Kirk on the seven-day concussion injured list after he was struck in the mask by a foul tip on Saturday.

Mariners' Raleigh is 1st in majors with 40 HRs

Cal Raleigh became the first player to hit 40 homers this season with a tiebreaking solo shot in the sixth inning against the Angels on Saturday.

Yanks continue to deal, get utility man Rosario

The Yankees acquired utility man Amed Rosario from the Nationals in exchange for two minor league prospects on Saturday.

Royals put All-Star Bubic, rookie Caglianone on IL

The Royals placed All-Star left-hander Kris Bubic on the 15-day IL with a rotator cuff strain and outfielder Jac Caglianone on the 10-day IL with a strained left hamstring.

📈 Power Rankings: Hot NL team surges to No. 1

Our first list of the second half sees a massive shake-up in the top five, with three clubs at their highest rankings of the seasons -- including a new squad at the top.