Major League Baseball

Angels' Joyce goes to 60-day IL; more tests due

The Angels transferred Ben Joyce to the 60-day IL, and the hard-throwing reliever is set to undergo more testing on his ailing right shoulder.

Padres activate 2B Cronenworth (rib) from IL

Padres second baseman Jake Cronenworth, who has missed the last four weeks with a fractured rib, was activated off the injured list prior to Friday night's road game against the Rockies.

Brewers OF Frelick (knee) returns after missing 3

Gold Glove outfielder Sal Frelick is back in the Brewers' lineup Friday after missing the previous three games with discomfort in his left knee.

Orioles activate outfielder O'Neill (neck) from IL

The Orioles activated outfielder Tyler O'Neill from the 10-day injured list prior to Friday night's road game against the Angels.

Astros place RHP Wesneski (elbow) on 15-day IL

The Astros placed right-hander Hayden Wesneski on the 15-day injured list on Thursday with right elbow discomfort.

Pirates fire Shelton, say move is to 'fix this now'

Derek Shelton's dismissal as manager comes as the Pirates (12-26) have lost seven straight games and 10 of 11. Pirates chairman Bob Nutting said the team needed to "act with a sense of urgency and take the steps necessary to fix this now."

Agent: Ohtani could have landed 15-year deal

Shohei Ohtani could have pursued a 15-year contract through age 44, agent Nez Balelo said Thursday, explaining the two-way superstar didn't want to risk a decline in his skills while under the big deal.

Brewers call up Monasterio, Hudson, DFA Capra

The Brewers called up infielder Andruw Monasterio and lefty Bryan Hudson from the minors and designated infielder Vinny Capra for assignment on Friday.

🤔 Pope Leo XIV: Cubs or White Sox fan?

The Cubs and White Sox paid tribute to recently elected Pope (and Chicago native) Leo XIV amid a fandom debate.