Major League Baseball

Tigers lock up rookie McGonigle for 8 years, $150M

Tigers rookie Kevin McGonigle became the latest young player to get a big-money deal, agreeing Wednesday to a $150 million, eight-year contract that starts in 2027.

Duran: Obscene gesture due to fan crossing line

Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran directed an obscene gesture toward a fan who he said told him to "kill myself" during Boston's loss to the Twins on Tuesday.

Brewers' Yelich out a month with adductor strain

Brewers outfielder/designated hitter Christian Yelich is expected to miss at least a month because of an adductor strain.

Yankees' bleak bats return in 7-1 loss to Angels

A night after New York's 11-run explosion in a comeback victory over the Angels, the Yankees reverted to their offensively troubled ways in a 7-1 loss to Los Angeles at Yankee Stadium on Tuesday, their sixth defeat in the past seven games.

O's manager has 7 cheek fractures, broken jaw

Orioles manager Craig Albernaz suffered at least seven fractures in his cheek as well as a broken jaw when he was struck in the face by a line drive during a game Monday against the Diamondbacks.

Murphy: Boos of struggling Megill in 'poor taste'

Pat Murphy is leaving open the possibility he could at least temporarily consider other closing options due to Trevor Megill's early-season struggles but said booing the reliever isn't the right move.

Reds' Pagan to get testing after apparent injury

Reds closer Emilio Pagan appeared to injure himself on his final pitch in Tuesday night's 2-1 win over the Giants.

⚾ Best and worst free agent signings in history

The first free agent contract ever was signed 50 years ago today. We rate the 8,340 deals of the past half-century.