Major League Baseball

Skubal add strengthens Dodgers as betting faves

The Dodgers, after acquiring Tarik Skubal on Saturday, are way ahead of the Yankees, the next closest team, on the World Series odds board Tuesday.

Yanks boost lineup, get HR from Lombard in debut

Yankees highly touted prospect George Lombard Jr. and trade deadline addition Heliot Ramos were in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cardinals.

Rutschman 'trying to fit in' with red-hot Red Sox

Recently acquired catcher Adley Rutschman said he's just trying to fit in with a Red Sox team that has been on a roll over the last month.

Jays' Yesavage leaves start with knee discomfort

Blue Jays pitcher Trey Yesavage lasted only two innings Tuesday night before leaving his start against the Houston Astros because of left knee discomfort.

Mariners release Garver, Refsnyder, activate Ward

The Seattle Mariners released veteran catcher Mitch Garver, 35, who appeared in 50 games this season, and outfielder Rob Refsnyder, 35, who appeared in 53, among seven roster moves on Tuesday afternoon.

Nats place Wood on IL with mild strained oblique

Nationals All-Star outfielder James Wood was placed on the 10-day injured list after suffering a left oblique strain while batting Monday night against the Phillies.

Padres' Pivetta abruptly exits rehab due to elbow

Padres RHP Nick Pivetta exited his first rehab outing Tuesday with what San Diego manager Craig Stammen later told reporters was some minor tightness in his right elbow.

Brewers send Sproat to Triple-A after landing May

With the Brewers' trade-deadline acquisition of veteran starter Dustin May, rookie right-hander Brandon Sproat became the odd man out of the rotation.

✍ Trade grades: Evaluating most significant deals

Trade season has officially begun! Here's our running scorecard for every big move before Monday's deadline arrives.