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.

Cubs closer Palencia (elbow inflammation) to IL

The Cubs put Daniel Palencia on the 15-day injured list because of right elbow inflammation Tuesday, one day after he struck out the side against the Rockies.

Ohtani to start Wed. with knee swelling dissipated

Shohei Ohtani will make his scheduled start on the mound against the Rays on Wednesday, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said, after the two-way star left last Thursday's game in Pittsburgh with left knee inflammation.

Scoring change gets Rangers' Ahlstrom first win

After a scoring change in the official box score, Texas Rangers rookie left-hander Robby Ahlstrom, 26, was awarded his first MLB victory on Tuesday, four days after he pitched in a victory over the Kansas City Royals.

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.

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.