Major League Baseball

New audio sheds light on Ohtani interpreter case

Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter initially told a reporter that the Dodgers slugger had agreed to cover his massive gambling debt but reversed course less than 24 hours later, according to newly released audio.

Marlins win after manager likens skid to 'Odyssey'

Griffin Conine hit a walk-off single against the Phillies to end the Marlins' franchise-record 12-game losing streak. Before Monday's game, manager Clayton McCullough said he recently saw "The Odyssey" and couldn't help but think of Miami's misfortunes.

Mead exits Red Sox win after HBP; X-rays negative

Infielder Curtis Mead, 25, acquired from the Washington Nationals last week, left his first game with the Boston Red Sox on Monday after being hit on the left wrist by a pitch in the fourth inning of a 4-2 victory over the Athletics at Sutter Health Park.

Yankees lose Bellinger (hamstring) for 4-6 weeks

All-Star outfielder Cody Bellinger will be out four to six weeks due to a Grade 2 left hamstring strain.

Giants' Schmitt exits with knee injury, set for MRI

San Francisco manager Tony Vitello said Casey Schmitt would be evaluated Tuesday and was "probably going to miss some significant time."

Pirates rookie Valdez hit in hand by pitch, exits

Pirates rookie outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez was removed from Monday night's game against Arizona after being hit in the left hand by a pitch.

Cubs DFA veteran pitcher Taillon amid struggles

Jameson Taillon was designated for assignment by the Cubs on Monday, one day after giving up seven runs in four innings against the Pirates.

A's Langeliers, Leiter set for surgery Tuesday

Athletics All-Star catcher Shea Langeliers and right-hander Mark Leiter Jr. will have season-ending surgeries.

⚾ Trade deadline plans for four NL contenders

Will Milwaukee finally go big? Is Atlanta all-in? Here's what to know about the deadline needs of the NL powerhouses chasing the Dodgers.