Major League Baseball

MLB strikes out in 'Play Ball' trademark quest

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has denied MLB's request to trademark the phrase "Play Ball," saying that the phrase is too commonplace.

Chisholm in protocol after collision with Domínguez

Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. left Monday night's 7-3 loss to the Tigers following a violent collision with right fielder Jasson Domínguez and was placed in concussion protocol.

Bat flip unveils Contreras' concern for Venezuela

Mindful of the people back home in his native Venezuela as they deal with the fallout from two massive earthquakes, Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras homered, flipped his bat and was later ejected from a 6-3 win over the Washington Nationals.

Mets' miscues lead to little league HR for Jays

George Springer rounded the bases on a little league home run against the Mets on Monday night when New York star left fielder Juan Soto misplayed a sinking line drive and center fielder A.J. Ewing flubbed the throw backing up the play.

Bregman regrets not running hard to 1B on Sunday

Third baseman Alex Bregman, 32, who signed a five-year, $175 million deal with the Cubs over the winter but has struggled in his first season, said Monday he regrets not running hard to first base in Chicago's victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday.

Reds CF Myers to hospital after crashing into wall

Reds center fielder Dane Myers was taken to a hospital for further examination after he was removed from the field on a cart in the fourth inning Monday at Milwaukee after crashing into the outfield wall.

Astros' Pena heading back to IL with calf strain

Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena is returning to the injured list, this time with a mild left calf strain.

Yankees' Fried to face hitters, including Stanton

Max Fried is slated to face hitters for the first time since going on the injured list in mid-May in a live batting practice session, manager Aaron Boone said, and the plan is for Giancarlo Stanton, also on the IL, to face him.

⚾ The best all-time draft debates with No. 1 pick

We break down some of the biggest decisions teams had to make at the No. 1 pick -- and whether they were the right choice.