Major League Baseball

Schwarber back in Phillies' lineup after illness

After sitting out the past three games with a gastrointestinal illness, Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber was back at designated hitter and batting second in Friday's game against Cleveland.

BoSox's Story undergoes sports hernia surgery

Struggling Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story could be out several weeks after sports hernia surgery.

Cubs place Shaw (back) on IL, call up Ramirez

The Cubs have placed Matt Shaw (back tightness) on the injured list and called up infielder Pedro Ramirez, who was hitting .312 with nine home runs in Triple-A.

Yanks activate Caballero; Volpe to get reps at 2B

The Yankees activated shortstop José Caballero for Friday's game against the Rays, while Anthony Volpe is expected to get some reps at second base to add infield depth.

Reds slugger Suárez activated from 10-day IL

The Reds' struggling offense got a boost on Friday when designated hitter Eugenio Suárez was activated from the 10-day injured list.

M's minor leaguer Zerpa suspended 80 games

Mariners pitcher Jose Zerpa was suspended for 80 games Friday following a positive test for the performance-enhancing substance Stanozolol under baseball's minor league drug program.

Skubal's return still TBD after 3rd bullpen session

Tigers ace Tarik Skubal threw his third bullpen session since elbow surgery, with manager A.J. Hinch calling it a "great step." His return is still to be determined.

A's Vegas stadium on schedule to open in 2028

The lower bowl of the Athletics' $2 billion domed stadium on the Las Vegas Strip is taking shape, and officials said the project remains on schedule to open before the 2028 season.

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