Major League Baseball

Jays' Scherzer gets 2nd cortisone shot in thumb

Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer received a second cortisone shot in his right thumb and will try playing catch again when he rejoins the team in Houston next week.

Manfred visits Trump, who vowed Rose pardon

Commissioner Rob Manfred met this week with President Donald Trump, who in February criticized MLB for barring Pete Rose from the Hall of Fame.

Red Sox activate 3B Bregman, reassign Fulmer

The Boston Red Sox activated third baseman Alex Bregman off the paternity list Friday, while right-hander Michael Fulmer was designated for assignment.

Ejected Chisholm rips ump on X, then deletes post

Jazz Chisholm Jr. was ejected from the Yankees' 6-3 victory over the Rays then appeared to violate MLB's social media policy when he posted in-game criticism online.

Cubs ace Steele posts pic after surgery for elbow

Cubs left-hander Justin Steele underwent elbow surgery on Friday, he announced on social media. A former All-Star, the Chicago ace was 3-1 in four starts this season.

Dodgers recall Davis from Triple-A, option Miller

The Dodgers have recalled Noah Davis from Triple-A Oklahoma City to take the roster spot previously held by Bobby Miller, who was optioned Thursday.

Cubs recall LHP Wicks, option reliever Little

The Cubs recalled left-hander Jordan Wicks from Triple-A Iowa on Friday and optioned Luke Little to the minor league club on the heels of a shaky relief outing.

Stricken by bite, Texas' Corbin nearly missed start

Rangers lefty Patrick Corbin said an apparent venomous bite on his foot made it difficult for him to walk and nearly forced him to miss Wednesday's start against the Angels.

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