Major League Baseball

Dodgers to hold Ohtani (biceps) out Sat. after exit

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani threw a season-high 110 pitches against the Padres before exiting in the seventh inning when his right biceps tightened up on a swing. He will be held out of the lineup Saturday to afford him some extra recovery time.

Chapman sets career record for K's by reliever

Red Sox lefty Aroldis Chapman passed Hoyt Wilhelm as the major leagues' all-time leader in strikeouts by a reliever Friday night, reaching 1,364 for his career.

Mariners put J-Rod on 7-day IL with concussion

Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez, who left Thursday night's game after taking a throw to the back of the helmet, was placed on the seven-day IL with a concussion.

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.

Trout eyes Angels return next week ahead of ASG

Mike Trout believes he can return from a hamstring injury for the Angels next week, giving him enough time to be ready for the All-Star Game in Philadelphia this month.

Padres pitcher Vásquez (ankle) goes on 15-day IL

Padres starting pitcher Randy Vásquez went on the 15-day injured list Friday with a bruised right ankle.

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.

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.

📊 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.