Major League Baseball

Yankees' Rice to take his cuts in Home Run Derby

New York Yankees slugger Ben Rice, who leads the team with 25 home runs, will be swinging for the fences during the Home Run Derby in Philadelphia on July 13.

3B coach Cora leaves Tigers during third season

Detroit Tigers third base coach Joey Cora, the older brother of former Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora, has left the club in the middle of his third season on the job because of what manager A.J. Hinch described on Tuesday as "philosophical differences."

Contreras, Ashcraft among All-Star replacements

Willson Contreras headlines list of players selected as All-Star Game replacements.

Brewers call up prospect Lara after 7-year deal

Outfield prospect Luis Lara, 21, was called up to the Brewers on Tuesday before their doubleheader with the Cardinals.

Polanco back in Mets' lineup after 3-month rehab

Jorge Polanco returned to the New York Mets' lineup Tuesday after missing nearly three months with right wrist and left Achilles injuries.

Twins put Buxton on IL with lingering hip injury

The Twins placed Byron Buxton on the 10-day injured list Tuesday after the center fielder aggravated a hip injury that has lingered through much of the season.

⚾ Breaking down the MLB Home Run Derby field

The sluggers who will be swinging for the fences in Philly are being named. Here's how they match up.