Major League Baseball

Marlins DFA struggling Morel, place Hicks on IL

The Marlins designated infielder Christopher Morel for assignment and placed slugger Liam Hicks on the injured list because of a lower back strain.

Rangers' Leiter (ankle) to IL; Seager remains out

The Rangers have placed Jack Leiter on the 15-day injured list with an ankle issue the right-hander has been battling most of the season, while star shortstop Corey Seager still isn't ready to return from a concussion.

Yankees activate Wells after 2-week absence

The Yankees activated Austin Wells from the 10-day IL after the catcher missed two weeks because of cervical headaches.

Schwarber's 3 HRs, Harper's cycle propel Phillies

Kyle Schwarber hit three home runs and Bryce Harper became the 11th player in franchise history to hit for the cycle as the Phillies beat the Mets 15-3.

A father again, Ohtani homers in Dodgers' 3-2 loss

Shohei Ohtani announced on social media that he is a father again, and hours later, he hit a homer in the Dodgers' 3-2 loss to the Orioles.

Brewers' Murphy set to have back, hip surgeries

Brewers manager Pat Murphy said Saturday he's planning to have back surgery on Thursday, when the team is off, and a procedure on his hip during the All-Star break.

Tigers' Verlander (hamstring) likely out weeks

Tigers veteran right-hander Justin Verlander has a left hamstring strain and likely will be out "weeks," according to manager A.J. Hinch.

Soroka latest D-backs starting pitcher to hit IL

The Diamondbacks lost another starting pitcher to injury, placing right-hander Michael Soroka on the 15-day injured list with a strained right glute.

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With the deadline Aug. 3, here are which front offices could make -- or break -- their future this trade season.