Major League Baseball

Brewers' Misiorowski hurls 105.5 mph pitch in win

Brewers starter Jacob Misiorowski threw a first-inning fastball on Friday that was clocked at 105.5 mph, breaking his own record for the fastest pitch recorded by a starting pitcher in the pitch tracking era (since 2008).

Angels fire GM Minasian; tab Mozeliak for revamp

The Angels fired general manager Perry Minasian on Friday while also announcing that longtime executive John Mozeliak will be brought in as a consultant to the baseball operations department.

Lindor says Mets players 'failed' ousted Mendoza

Shortstop Francisco Lindor and president of baseball operations David Stearns were among prominent members of the Mets who assumed responsibility for the team's dismal start after manager Carlos Mendoza's firing earlier Friday.

Trout unlikely for Home Run Derby due to injury

Mike Trout said Friday he is unlikely to participate in the All-Star Home Run Derby in Philadelphia because of his strained right hamstring.

White Sox rout K.C. 22-1, their most runs since '70

Tristan Peters hit a grand slam and had six RBIs, Miguel Vargas had a three-run homer and an RBI double in Chicago's 10-run third inning, and the White Sox routed the Kansas City Royals 22-1 on Friday night.

Red Sox place Mayer on IL with forearm injury

The Red Sox placed infielder Marcelo Mayer on the 10-day injured list because of a left forearm injury Friday.

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