Major League Baseball

Altuve asks out of Astros' top spot, then homers

Houston star Jose Altuve asked Astros manager Joe Espada to move him out of the leadoff spot and into the second hole because he'd like more time to run to the dugout from left field, where he is playing for the first time in his MLB career.

L.A.'s Glasnow joins Snell on IL with similar injury

Tyler Glasnow was put on the injured list Monday with what the Dodgers described as shoulder inflammation, joining fellow frontline starter Blake Snell, who has been sidelined by a similar injury.

Nimmo matches Mets franchise record with 9 RBIs

Brandon Nimmo hit a grand slam and matched a franchise record with nine RBIs, helping the first-place New York Mets past the Washington Nationals in a 19-5 rout Monday, a standout day for the 32-year-old outfielder who had four hits and scored four times.

Manfred to rule on Rose ban after Trump meeting

After meeting with President Trump, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said he wants to issue a ruling on a request to end the permanent ban of Pete Rose, who died in September.

Braves bring back RHP Anderson, OF Rosario

Ian Anderson, the winning pitcher in Game 3 of the 2021 World Series, rejoined the Braves on Monday, a day after he was claimed off waivers from the Angels. Atlanta also signed veteran outfielder Eddie Rosario.

Guardians' McKenzie accepts Triple-A assignment

Guardians pitcher Triston McKenzie has accepted his outright assignment to Triple-A Columbus after clearing waivers on Monday.

Way-too-early trade deadline preview

From major league stars like Sandy Alcantara to up-and-coming prospects, here's who could be on the trade block come July.