Major League Baseball

Yanks place Rodón on IL with elbow inflammation

The Yankees placed lefty Carlos Rodón on the 15-day IL on Friday because of elbow inflammation.

Reds' Greene to come off IL, start vs. Orioles

The Cincinnati Reds plan to reinstate pitcher Hunter Greene from the 60-day injured list to make his season debut Saturday night against the Baltimore Orioles.

Cubs recall Pomeranz from Triple-A, option Wicks

The Cubs recalled left-hander Drew Pomeranz from Triple-A Iowa before Friday's game against the Cardinals and optioned lefty Jordan Wicks to the farm club.

Cards reinstate Stanek, send Graceffo to Triple-A

Cardinals reinstated right-hander Ryne Stanek from the paternity list ahead of Friday's game against the Cubs and optioned righty Gordon Graceffo to Triple-A Memphis.

O's closer Helsley returns to IL with elbow issue

Orioles closer Ryan Helsley went on the 15-day injured list Friday, two days after he felt discomfort in his right elbow while warming up in Wednesday's win over the White Sox.

MLB hands Cavalli, Contreras 7-game suspensions

Cade Cavalli and Willson Contreras each have been suspended seven games for their roles in a benches-clearing brawl at Fenway Park on Tuesday night. Miles Mikolas received a five-game suspension, and Red Sox outfielder Nate Eaton got a three-game ban.

Braves sign OF McCutchen to minor league deal

The Braves signed past NL MVP outfielder Andrew McCutchen to a minor league contract on Friday in their ongoing search for a veteran who can provide offensive help.

Padres' Vasquez out of hospital after fainting

Padres right-hander Randy Vasquez was in stable condition after fainting following his abbreviated start Thursday night against the Dodgers, manager Craig Stammen said.

📊 Power Ranks: Rays, Marlins bring Florida heat

Tampa Bay knocks New York out of the AL's top spot and Miami cracks the top 10 in Week 14.