Major League Baseball

Pitcher Urias pleads no contest to battery charge

Former Dodgers pitcher Julio Urias has pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor domestic battery charge while four other misdemeanor charges were dismissed.

Yastrzemski hits HR in win after 'Papa Yaz' visit

A visit from "Papa Yaz" before the game and a home run during it made for a memorable afternoon for Giants outfielder Mike Yastrzemski.

Rangers' Eovaldi set for MRI after groin injury

Rangers right-hander Nathan Eovaldi left Thursday afternoon's game against Washington with right groin tightness after throwing a pitch to Luis Garcia Jr. with one out in the top of the sixth inning.

Orioles' Bradish gives up 1 run in season debut

Orioles right-hander Kyle Bradish gave up one run over 4 2/3 innings in his season debut in Thursday's 7-2 win over the Yankees.

Braves acquire RHP Herget from Angels for cash

The Braves have acquired right-handed reliever Jimmy Herget from the Angels for cash.

Bally Sports channels pulled off air by Comcast

Bally Sports channels carried by the distributor Comcast went dark at the start of May after Comcast and Bally's bankrupt operator, Diamond Sports Group, failed to agree on a new contract.

MLB extends Draft League through 2030 season

Major League Baseball has extended the MLB Draft League through the 2030 season and is planning to expand by two teams to eight.

D-backs acquire reliever Bowman from Twins

The Arizona Diamondbacks acquired bullpen depth Thursday, trading for Minnesota Twins right-handed reliever Matt Bowman in exchange for cash considerations.

10 things to know about season so far

What stands out a month into the season? Let's break down the biggest early trends -- and what they mean for the rest of 2024.