Angels acquire infielder Espinosa in trade with Nationals
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels acquired Danny Espinosa from the Washington Nationals on Saturday night, picking up their new starting second baseman in a trade for two minor league pitchers....
View ArticleDerek Holland agrees to $6M, 1-year contract with White Sox
CHICAGO (AP) — Derek Holland understands the pivot toward youth by the White Sox and thinks he can thrive in Chicago. "I wasn't too concerned. The whole thing is a process," the 30-year-old left-hander...
View ArticleWhite Sox go young, rebuild after 4 straight losing seasons
CHICAGO (AP) — No more quick fixes for the White Sox: The overhaul is underway. The White Sox made their intentions clear with two huge moves at the winter meetings, and they come to spring training...
View ArticleUncertainty still hanging over White Sox as spring begins
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The Chicago White Sox are a work in progress as spring training begins. Finally committing to a rebuilding project after four consecutive sub-.500 seasons, the White Sox are...
View Article'Here I come to save the day!' Eaton likes Mighty Mouse look
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Adam Eaton donned his "go-to shirt" — a gray T, with the words "Mighty Mouse" in red, and a sketch of the small-but-strong cartoon character who debuted in the 1940s —...
View ArticleLEADING OFF: Beltran, Encarnacion, Eaton open in new spots
A look at what's happening all around the majors today: WELCOME A bunch of familiar faces will be in new places for opening day. Among them: Carlos Beltran, Brian McCann and Josh Reddick of the Astros,...
View ArticleUno, dos, tres, Garcias! White Sox OF filled with Garcias
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — If Chicago White Sox manager Rick Renteria wanted to get Garcia's attention in the outfield on Friday night against Minnesota, he had to be more specific. Renteria put together a...
View ArticleAP Source: Nationals CF Eaton out for season with hurt knee
WASHINGTON (AP) — Adam Eaton's first season as the Washington Nationals center fielder is over already. A person familiar with the situation said Saturday night that Eaton is done for the rest of the...
View ArticleNationals confirm CF Adam Eaton has torn ACL
WASHINGTON (AP) — Nationals center fielder Adam Eaton tore a ligament in his left knee and his season is likely over, the team confirmed Sunday. General manager Mike Rizzo said Eaton has a "full...
View ArticleCubs acquire Quintana in blockbuster trade with White Sox
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Cubs found the pitching help they were looking for just a few miles from Wrigley Field. They hope it will give the scuffling team the kick it needs. The defending World...
View ArticleLEADING OFF: Indians try to finish up 10-0 at Target Field
A look at what's happening all around the majors today: SWEPT UP The Cleveland Indians try to finish a season sweep at Target Field when play a day-night doubleheader against the Twins. The AL Central...
View ArticleLEADING OFF: Indians' Miller to gauge achy knee, Sano to DL
A look at what's happening all around the majors today: MILLER WATCH The Indians will evaluate Andrew Miller after the star reliever aggravated the patellar tendinitis in his right knee Monday,...
View ArticleKendrick, Nationals finalize $7 million, 2-year contract
WASHINGTON (AP) — Outfielder Howie Kendrick and the Washington Nationals have finalized their $7 million, two-year contract. The 34-year old will make $3 million this year and $4 million in 2019, and...
View ArticleBaseball 2018: Angels' Ohtani among rookies to watch
CHICAGO (AP) — Aaron Judge. Cody Bellinger. Andrew Benintendi. Paul DeJong. The list goes on and on. Last year's rookie class was one of the best in baseball history. Topping that group of sluggers...
View ArticleScherzer fans 10, pitches Nationals over Reds 2-0 in opener
CINCINNATI (AP) — Max Scherzer put on quite a performance for his new manager. Scherzer struck out 10 in six innings and the Washington Nationals made Dave Martinez's dugout debut a success, opening...
View Article'Last 3 games, not so good': Nats already ready for day off
WASHINGTON (AP) — They've dropped three games in a row by a combined score of 28-9 and their aces, Max Scherzer and Stephen Strasburg, took the losses in the last two. Their hot-as-can-be leadoff man,...
View ArticleNationals DFA Montero, reinstate Wieters, put Eaton on DL
WASHINGTON (AP) — Catcher Miguel Montero was designated for assignment by the Washington Nationals on Wednesday after going 0 for 11 in four games this season — and just 24 hours after he returned from...
View ArticleNats beat Dodgers 5-2 in uneven matchup of Scherzer, Kershaw
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Dodgers didn't make it easy on Max Scherzer. In the end, though, he was just better than Clayton Kershaw. Scherzer allowed one run over six innings in the 13th all-time meeting...
View ArticleLEADING OFF: Harvey debuts for Reds, Cutch back in the Burgh
A look at what's happening around the majors today: RED ALERT Matt Harvey will make his Cincinnati debut when he starts at Dodger Stadium. Harvey says he's excited to start a new chapter with the...
View ArticleNationals' Kendrick tears Achilles, will miss rest of season
WASHINGTON (AP) — Veteran Washington Nationals infielder-outfielder Howie Kendrick tore his right Achilles tendon in the opener of Saturday's doubleheader against the Los Angeles Dodgers and will miss...
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