Major League Baseball

Brewers' Murphy set to have back, hip surgeries

Brewers manager Pat Murphy said Saturday he's planning to have back surgery on Thursday, when the team is off, and a procedure on his hip during the All-Star break.

Tigers' Verlander (hamstring) likely out weeks

Tigers veteran right-hander Justin Verlander has a left hamstring strain and likely will be out "weeks," according to manager A.J. Hinch.

Soroka latest D-backs starting pitcher to hit IL

The Diamondbacks lost another starting pitcher to injury on Saturday, placing right-hander Michael Soroka on the 15-day injured list with a strained right glute.

Marlins' Hicks scratched due to back tightness

Marlins slugger Liam Hicks was scratched for their game against the San Francisco Giants on Saturday because of back tightness.

Red Sox place Kiner-Falefa (forearm) on IL

The Red Sox placed utility infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa on the injured list Saturday with left forearm inflammation.

Nats' Young exits after crashing into outfield wall

The Nationals' Jacob Young hit the left-center field wall hard with his right shoulder and head in the eighth inning and had to leave Saturday's game against the Rays.

Rangers scratch Eovaldi due to knee soreness

Rangers right-hander Nathan Eovaldi was scratched from his scheduled start against the Padres because of left knee soreness.

Cubs' Palencia diagnosed with mild flexor strain

Cubs closer Daniel Palencia has been diagnosed with a mild flexor strain in his right arm, manager Craig Counsell announced.

⚾ Tom Glavine fears another ugly work stoppage

The union's primary spokesperson the last time baseball lost games to a labor fight sees similar signs of trouble ahead.