Major League Baseball

Yankees' Judge returning to injured list with calf strain

Yankees slugger Aaron Judge is returning to the IL after suffering a right calf strain. He had played just seven games since returning from a lengthy absence for a broken rib.

Nats reward Cavalli with 4-year deal through '30

Pitcher Cade Cavalli and the Washington Nationals have agreed to a four-year contract through the 2030 season, a deal that includes a team option for 2031.

Mets' Young has concussion symptoms, CT scan negative after scary collision

Mets first baseman Jared Young was carted off the field in the sixth inning Thursday night after he was knocked out when struck on the head by a knee from pitcher Nolan McLean as the two converged on a slow grounder. A CT scan at a hospital was negative.

Red Sox's Contreras has bruised hand after HBP

Willson Contreras left the Red Sox's win Thursday night against the Rangers in the eighth inning after being hit by a pitch on his right hand.

White Sox move struggling Castillo to bullpen

Luis Castillo will pitch out of the White Sox bullpen for the foreseeable future after struggling to a 7.76 ERA in seven outings since Chicago acquired him at the trade deadline.

Phillies claim Urquidy off waivers from White Sox

Pitcher José Urquidy has been claimed by Philadelphia off waivers from the Chicago White Sox and could appear Friday against the New York Mets.

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