Major League Baseball

Sources: Guardians' Ortiz faces gambling inquiry

Guardians right-hander Luis Ortiz is under investigation by MLB after a betting-integrity firm flagged a pair of pitches that had received unusual gambling activity, sources told ESPN.

Yanks' Schmidt placed on IL, to get forearm scan

Yankees pitcher Clarke Schmidt was placed on the 15-day injured list because of right forearm soreness Friday, one day after his start at Toronto was cut short following three innings.

Phillies demote rookie pitcher Abel to Triple-A

The Philadelphia Phillies demoted rookie right-hander Mick Abel, who has struggled since he struck out nine in his major league debut, to Triple-A Lehigh Valley.

Reds activate 3B Marte, RHP Ashcraft from IL

The Reds have activated third baseman Noelvi Marte and reliever Graham Ashcraft from the injured list.

Nats place RHP Williams on IL with elbow strain

The Nationals have placed right-hander Trevor Williams on the 15-day injured list with a right elbow sprain after he allowed a season-high seven runs in three innings Wednesday against the Tigers.

Dodgers' Muncy relieved MRI clean, out 6 weeks

Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy has been placed on the injured list because of a left knee bone bruise and is expected to miss six weeks.

Brewers pitcher Woodruff to make return Sunday

Brewers pitcher Brandon Woodruff is scheduled to make his long-awaited return to the majors this weekend in Miami.

Nats slugger Wood commits to Home Run Derby

Nationals slugger James Wood will bring his massive power to the big stage, becoming the third player to commit to the July 14 Home Run Derby in Atlanta.

⚾ One trade all 30 teams should make this July

The deadline is a month away. Could players like Eugenio Suarez and Emmanuel Clase finish the season on a different team?