Major League Baseball

Phils' Sanchez, Jays' Cease get ASG starting nods

Fresh off defeating the Detroit Tigers on Saturday for his 11th victory, Cristopher Sanchez of the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday learned that he will start Tuesday night's All-Star Game, taking the mound against Dylan Cease of the Toronto Blue Jays.

Wheeler rejects ASG nod, 'disrespected' by snubs

Phillies ace Zack Wheeler said he declined an invitation to be added to the NL All-Star roster, adding that he felt "disrespected" by being snubbed multiple times.

Yanks' Schlittler playing it safe, won't pitch in ASG

Yankees star Cam Schlittler will attend but not pitch in the All-Star Game, instead choosing to play it safe on what normally would be his recovery day after a start.

Diamondbacks place starter Gallen (elbow) on IL

The Arizona Diamondbacks placed right-hander Zac Gallen, 30, who is 0-5 with an 8.24 ERA over his past eight starts, on the 15-day injured list with elbow inflammation, while lefty Mitch Bratt was recalled to start against the Los Angeles Dodgers Sunday.

Astros CF Matthews exits after colliding into wall

Astros center fielder Brice Matthews left the game against the Rangers with a left knee injury Sunday after crashing back into the wall.

Tigers' McGonigle set to be hometown kid at ASG

Detroit Tigers rookie Kevin McGonigle, 21, will have the opportunity to go home as a member of the American League team for the All-Star Game in Philadelphia this week, telling reporters on Sunday that "I'm super pumped" to play in Citizens Bank Park.

White Sox take UCLA SS Cholowsky with top pick

The White Sox selected UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 MLB draft Saturday.

Rangers reliever Martin to IL with shoulder injury

The Rangers have again placed veteran reliever Chris Martin on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder injury.

👀 Giants draft Barry Bonds' nephew in 3rd round

Peyton Bonds hit .352 with six home runs and 13 stolen bases for Rutgers this past season.