Major League Baseball

Angels fire GM Minasian; tab Mozeliak for revamp

The Angels fired general manager Perry Minasian on Friday while also announcing that longtime executive John Mozeliak will be brought in as a consultant to the baseball operations department.

Lindor says Mets players 'failed' ousted Mendoza

Shortstop Francisco Lindor and president of baseball operations David Stearns were among prominent members of the Mets who assumed responsibility for the team's dismal start after manager Carlos Mendoza's firing earlier Friday.

Trout unlikely for Home Run Derby due to injury

Mike Trout said Friday he is unlikely to participate in the All-Star Home Run Derby in Philadelphia because of his strained right hamstring.

Red Sox place Mayer on IL with forearm injury

The Red Sox placed infielder Marcelo Mayer on the 10-day injured list because of a left forearm injury Friday.

MLB wants max 5 years for FAs changing teams

As part of the next CBA with players, MLB wants a maximum contract length of 5 years for free agents who are switching teams, while organizations will have the ability to keep their own players for up to 6 years, calling it a Cornerstone Player Provision.

MLBPA proposes ban on prop betting, source says

As part of ongoing CBA talks with MLB, the MLBPA has proposed a ban on prop betting on individual players to help combat harassment from disgruntled gamblers, a union source told ESPN.

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