Major League Baseball

Judge says rib originally fractured on dive in April

Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge said the stress fracture in his right rib stems from him diving for a ball in late April.

Cubs not focused on trade deadline, Hoyer says

Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer called the trade deadline "the furthest thing from my mind," while also acknowledging the organization's needs if the Cubs are in the race at that time.

Rangers activate SS Seager, OF Langford off IL

The Rangers have activated SS Corey Seager (back) and OF Wyatt Langford (forearm) from the injured list ahead of Friday's series opener against the Guardians.

Muncy, Vargas sore, but OK after 'terrible' collision

Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Ildemaro Vargas and Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy both left Thursday's game following a violent collision at first base.

Reports: Red Sox sending shaky Bello to Triple A

The Red Sox reportedly are optioning Brayan Bello to Triple-A Worcester, making the move after the right-hander struggled in yet another start Thursday against the Baltimore Orioles.

Twins' Ober blames elbow woes on slick baseballs

Twins right-hander Bailey Ober said he believes an elbow injury that currently has him on the 15-day injured list is the result of the baseballs used in his May 24 start against the Red Sox in Boston.

Machado vents as Padres' scoring woes persist

As the losses continue to mount, Padres star Manny Machado admits to being frustrated as the offense just can't seem to put any runs on the board.

🗣️ CBA talks: Takeaways from owners meetings

Here's the latest on baseball's labor negotiations from MLB HQ in New York.