Major League Baseball

Hicks, ex-owner of Rangers and Stars, dies at 79

Tom Hicks, the former owner of the Texas Rangers and Dallas Stars, died Saturday at age 79.

Mariners land LHP Ferrer from Nats for prospects

The Mariners acquired lefty reliever Jose Ferrer from the Nationals for top catching prospect Harry Ford and minor league pitcher Isaac Lyon.

FBI docs: MLB looked into Rose earlier than known

Major League Baseball began investigating Pete Rose in 1988 but suspended its probe at the request of law enforcement, according to newly released documents.

Williams: 'Good situation' if Diaz returns as closer

The Mets remain interested in a reunion with Edwin Díaz, sources tell ESPN, but newly signed Devin Williams gives them a proven backup plan, which could dampen the Mets' willingness to meet Díaz's demands.

Pirates send Oviedo to Red Sox in 5-player deal

The Red Sox acquired right-hander Johan Oviedo from the Pirates in a five-player trade that sent outfield prospect Jhostynxon Garcia, also known as "The Password," to Pittsburgh.

Mets claim Red Sox castoff Criswell from waivers

The Mets claimed right-hander Cooper Criswell off waivers from the Red Sox just one day after he was designated for assignment.

Washington joining Giants staff as infield coach

Former Angels manager Ron Washington is joining the Giants' coaching staff as infield coach, he confirmed on Thursday.

Gray: With BoSox, 'It's easy to hate the Yankees'

Sonny Gray, now with the Red Sox, says he is happy to be in "a place where it's easy to hate the Yankees."

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