Major League Baseball

Shortstop prospect Pratt, 21, called up by Brewers

Cooper Pratt has reached the majors 2½ months after the Brewers signed the prospect to an eight-year, $50.75 million contract, as Milwaukee promoted the 21-year-old shortstop from Triple-A Nashville on Tuesday before a three-game series with Cleveland.

Boone talks Caballero's delay-of-game with MLB

Yankees manager Aaron Boone said he's talked to MLB about Jose Caballero's deliberate approach to the plate that earned him a delay-of-game warning Sunday.

Royals' Lugo (concussion) slated to return Friday

Royals right-hander Seth Lugo threw a bullpen session Tuesday and is expected to start Friday after spending time on the concussion list.

Diamondbacks sign Korean 2-way prospect Eom

The Arizona Diamondbacks and South Korean two-way prospect Jun-Sang Eom, 18, agreed on to a deal during the international signing period that includes a $1.5 million signing bonus, and the team announced the contract on Tuesday.

Guardians' Ramirez undergoes surgery on hand

Guardians All-Star third baseman Jose Ramirez underwent surgery Tuesday to remove the hook of the broken bone in his left hand.

Reds SS De La Cruz set for rehab assignment

Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz -- who has been sidelined since June 1 due to a right hamstring strain -- is expected to begin a rehab assignment on Thursday and could return to Cincinnati's lineup as early as June 23 if all goes well.

💰 Alvarez overtakes Witt in AL MVP race odds

Who are the favorites to win season-long honors? Here are the odds for MVP, Cy Young and Rookie of the Year in the AL and NL.