Major League Baseball

Skenes lifted after 65 pitches, mum on velo drop

Paul Skenes, battling another dip in his fastball velocity, was lifted after just 65 pitches in Tuesday's loss to the Marlins, leading to further speculation about the health status of the reigning NL Cy Young Award winner.

Bregman's first 3-homer game powers Cubs' rout

Alex Bregman hit three homers in a game for the first time and drove in a career-high seven runs as the Cubs routed the Nationals 12-6 on Wednesday night.

Jays claim Sewald after veteran DFA'd by D-backs

The Blue Jays continued to add to their pitching staff, claiming veteran Paul Sewald after the right-hander was designated for assignment by the Diamondbacks.

Kent goes 4-plus innings for Nationals in debut

Washington Nationals pitching prospect Jackson Kent had a mixed major league debut in a start against the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday night after his contract was selected from Triple-A Rochester.

Rockies place 3B Karros on 7-day concussion IL

The Colorado Rockies placed third baseman Kyle Karros on the seven-day concussion injured list on Wednesday.

Harper battling knee soreness since shift to RF

Bryce Harper has been dealing with left knee soreness that has returned as he has moved back to an outfield role for the first time in four years.

📸 White Sox's pope hat giveaway draws crowd

Ever since the election of Pope Leo, a Chicago native and White Sox fan, the team has embraced the connection.