Major League Baseball

PCA states MVP case as he, Ohtani wow Wrigley

Pete Crow-Armstrong emerged as the favorite to win NL MVP on Wednesday after slugging two home runs in a win against the Dodgers that saw their star, Shohei Ohtani, also go deep twice.

Judge reexamined, says 'I'll be back this season'

Yankees star Aaron Judge, who has not played in a game since May 31, was cleared for "light activity" after he had his fractured rib re-imaged Tuesday and remains confident he will return to play this season.

Crochet open to relief role if he can rejoin Sox

Garrett Crochet, the Red Sox ace who hasn't pitched since late April due to injury, said he's open to a relief role if he's able to recover in time for the stretch run.

Sources: Peralta arranged Soto-Lindor meeting

Multiple sources told ESPN that former Mets pitcher Freddy Peralta in June arranged for franchise cornerstones Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor to vent and work through their disconnected relationship.

Scuffling Ryan returning to Minnesota for tests

Twins ace Joe Ryan is returning to Minnesota to be evaluated for a potential injury after he was hit hard in a loss to the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday.

Reds' Greene returns to IL with elbow soreness

Reds right-hander Hunter Greene, who has made only five starts since coming off the injured list, was put on the 15-day IL because of right elbow soreness.

Pirates release struggling DH Ozuna, call up Simon

Veteran designated hitter Marcell Ozuna, who is hitting just .203 with eight home runs, has been released by the Pirates.

Gausman happy to be with Cubs, to start Friday

Kevin Gausman, who is expected to make his Cubs debut on Friday, said he is happy to be in Chicago.

⚾ Trade deadline: Biggest winners and losers

The 2026 trade deadline has passed. Here's who hit it out of the park -- and who swung and missed.