Major League Baseball

U.S. tops Canada, advances to showdown vs. D.R.

The United States booked its spot in the WBC semifinals with a 5-3 victory against Canada, joining the Dominican Republic team that mercy-ruled Korea in a 10-0 win in seven innings.

Wells hits 3-run HR as D.R. routs South Korea

Austin Wells hit a three-run homer in the seventh inning against South Korea that ended the 10-0 game under a World Baseball Classic rout rule.

U.S. swaps Kershaw with Hoffman for WBC semis

Clayton Kershaw will not be on the United States roster for the World Baseball Classic semifinals, with the retired pitcher being replaced by reliever Jeff Hoffman.

Jays' Berríos not throwing, to visit elbow specialist

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher José Berríos is going to see a specialist due to inflammation in his right elbow.

D-backs' Moreno to undergo testing on forearm

Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo says catcher Gabriel Moreno was a late scratch from Friday's game against the Kansas City Royals because of right forearm tightness.

A's club 3 straight HRs on 3 pitches vs. Padres

The Athletics' Henry Bolte, Breyson Guedez and Nick Kurtz took Padres starter Michael King deep on three straight pitches during Friday's Cactus League game in Mesa, Arizona.

Brewers' Priester to miss at least first month

Brewers pitcher Quinn Priester expects to miss at least the first month of the season as he recovers from a nerve issue.

Rangers add bullpen depth by signing LHP Beeks

The Texas Rangers added some bullpen depth on Friday by signing lefty reliever Jalen Beeks to a one-year deal worth $1.6 million.

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