Major League Baseball

Roberts says Ohtani 'visibly' ailing, weighs day off

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Shohei Ohtani is "not close to optimal" after going 0-for-4 with four strikeouts in Wednesday night's 8-6 loss to the Cardinals.

Pirates rookie Griffin eyes Friday return from IL

Pirates rookie Konnor Griffin said he feels good and is hopeful of being activated off the 60-day IL on Friday when Pittsburgh opens a 3-game series against the Angels.

Salas, 20, youngest to catch game since 'Pudge'

Padres top prospect Ethan Salas became the youngest player to catch in an MLB game since Ivan Rodriguez, making his debut Wednesday night at 20 years, 93 days old.

Misiorowski matches career worsts on humid night

Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski had a rare off night Wednesday against the Cubs, but Milwaukee overcame an early deficit to win a second straight game against its NL Central rival.

Dodgers' Lauer (elbow) hits IL after rough outing

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Eric Lauer is on the injured list with left elbow inflammation.

Kroenke buying Angels; sale for $4B, sources say

Stan Kroenke has reached an agreement to acquire controlling interest in the Los Angeles Angels from Arte Moreno.

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