Major League Baseball

Braves' rotation hit again as Strider to start on IL

In the latest blow to the Braves' starting rotation, right-hander Spencer Strider will begin the season on the injured list after being diagnosed with an oblique strain.

Cubs' Suzuki to be placed on IL after WBC injury

Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki, who suffered a strained knee ligament during the World Baseball Classic, will start the season on the IL, manager Craig Counsell

Ohtani jersey from WBC goes for record $1.5M

The jersey two-way Japanese star Shohei Ohtani wore during the country's 13-0 win over Chinese Taipei in the World Baseball Classic on March 6 sold for $1,500,010 via MLB Auctions on Sunday night -- the most ever paid for a Ohtani jersey at auction.

Blue Jays extend manager Schneider, GM Atkins

The Blue Jays have reached a two-year extension for manager John Schneider and a five-year extension for general manager Ross Atkins.

Phillies ace Sanchez agrees to new 6-year deal

The Phillies have agreed to a new six-year contract with ace left-hander Cristopher Sanchez.

Arozarena apologizes to Raleigh over WBC spat

Randy Arozarena says he has apologized to Cal Raleigh for the expletive-laced comments directed at his Mariners teammate earlier this month at the WBC.

Gil doesn't make Yankees rotation to start season

Luis Gil did not make the Yankees' starting rotation and might open the season in the minor leagues.

Rays' Lux to start season on IL with shoulder issue

Gavin Lux's debut with the Tampa Bay Rays is going to have to wait. The club is placing the veteran infielder on injured reserve with a right shoulder impingement.

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