MLB News
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.
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.
Guardians' Ramirez undergoes surgery on hand
Guardians All-Star third baseman Jose Ramirez underwent surgery Tuesday to remove the hook of the broken bone in his left hand.
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.
MLB cautions against writing on Pride Night hats
Major League Baseball on Monday decried the use of personal writings on any team-issued Pride Night hats after members of the San Francisco Giants had Bible verses etched into their caps during Friday's loss to the Chicago Cubs.
'Energetic' Raleigh set to return to M's Tuesday
Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh, on the injured list since May 14 with a right oblique strain, is set to return to the lineup on Tuesday against the Baltimore Orioles, and seems ready to improve on his .161 batting average through 41 games this year.
💰 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.