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Feeling good about move back to outfield, Betts homers for Dodgers in return from injured list
Read full article: Feeling good about move back to outfield, Betts homers for Dodgers in return from injured listMookie Betts is returning to right field and adjusting to a new spot in the lineup after missing nearly two months with a broken left hand.
Cardinals, Brewers, Dodgers and Royals add pitchers in flurry of trades on day before MLB's deadline
Read full article: Cardinals, Brewers, Dodgers and Royals add pitchers in flurry of trades on day before MLB's deadlineThe St. Louis Cardinals added starting pitcher Erick Fedde and Milwaukee, the team they are chasing in the NL Central, acquired starter Frankie Montas.
Guardians trade shortstop Amed Rosario to Dodgers for pitcher Noah Syndergaard and nearly $1.9M
Read full article: Guardians trade shortstop Amed Rosario to Dodgers for pitcher Noah Syndergaard and nearly $1.9MThe Cleveland Guardians traded shortstop Amed Rosario to the Los Angeles Dodgers for pitcher Noah Syndergaard and nearly $1.9 million in a deal that addresses major needs for both contending clubs.
Fry's hit in 10th ends Braves' winning streak; Cleveland beats Atlanta 6-5
Read full article: Fry's hit in 10th ends Braves' winning streak; Cleveland beats Atlanta 6-5David Fry had a game-ending hit and the Cleveland Guardians stopped the Atlanta Bravesโ nine-game winning streak with a 6-5 victory in 10 innings Tuesday night.
33 players left in arbitration as 170 reach agreements
Read full article: 33 players left in arbitration as 170 reach agreementsA total of 170 major league players agreed to contracts in the hours before Friday nightโs arbitration deadline to exchange proposed salaries with teams, and just one reached a multiyear deal: Minnesota right-hander Chris Paddack.
Cole, Yankees save season, beat Guards to force ALDS Game 5
Read full article: Cole, Yankees save season, beat Guards to force ALDS Game 5Gerrit Cole gave New York what it needed, seven solid innings and Harrison Bader hit a two-run homer as the Yankees saved their season and forced a decisive fifth game in the AL Division Series with a 4-2 win over the Cleveland Guardians.
Gonzalez, Guardians walk off Yankees for 2-1 ALDS lead
Read full article: Gonzalez, Guardians walk off Yankees for 2-1 ALDS leadRookie Oscar Gonzalez hit a two-run single with two outs in the ninth inning, rallying the Cleveland Guardians to a 6-5 win over the New York Yankees for a 2-1 lead in their AL Division Series.
Guardians rally past Yankees 4-2 in 10 innings, tie ALDS 1-1
Read full article: Guardians rally past Yankees 4-2 in 10 innings, tie ALDS 1-1Oscar Gonzalez singled in the go-ahead run with Clevelandโs second straight bloop hit in the 10th inning, and the Guardians overcame a two-run deficit to beat the New York Yankees 4-2 and even their best-of-five AL Division Series at one game apiece.
Cole cruises, Bader, Rizzo bash, Yanks beat Guardians 4-1
Read full article: Cole cruises, Bader, Rizzo bash, Yanks beat Guardians 4-1Gerrit Cole cruised for most of the night, Harrison Bader and Anthony Rizzo homered and the New York Yankees beat the Cleveland Guardians 4-1 in their AL Division Series opener.
Guardians take WC opener as Ramรญrez homers, Bieber dominates
Read full article: Guardians take WC opener as Ramรญrez homers, Bieber dominatesJosรฉ Ramรญrez connected for a two-run homer, Shane Bieber dominated Tampa Bay for 7 2/3 innings and the young Cleveland Guardians played with poise in their postseason debut, beating the Tampa Bay Rays 2-1 in their wild-card opener.
Ramรญrez homers as Guardians beat Angels for 6th straight win
Read full article: Ramรญrez homers as Guardians beat Angels for 6th straight winJosรฉ Ramรญrez hit a tiebreaking two-run homer in the eighth inning, and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-3 for their sixth consecutive victory.
Trout's HR streak ends at 7 games; Guardians win 5th in row
Read full article: Trout's HR streak ends at 7 games; Guardians win 5th in rowAngels star Mike Troutโs streak of consecutive games hitting a home run ended at seven, one shy of the major league record, and the AL Central-leading Cleveland Guardians beat Los Angeles 3-1.
Trout HR 7th game in a row; Guardians beat Angels, pad lead
Read full article: Trout HR 7th game in a row; Guardians beat Angels, pad leadAngels star Mike Trout homered in his seventh consecutive game, one shy of the major league record, but the AL Central-leading Cleveland Guardians beat Los Angeles 5-4.
Quantrill throws 6 shutout innings, Guardians top Astros 4-1
Read full article: Quantrill throws 6 shutout innings, Guardians top Astros 4-1Cal Quantrill pitches six scoreless innings and Amed Rosario had a two-run single, lifting the Cleveland Guardians to a 4-1 victory over the AL West-leading Houston Astros.
LEADING OFF: Astros vs Yanks, Musgrove returns to face Phils
Read full article: LEADING OFF: Astros vs Yanks, Musgrove returns to face PhilsAmerican League powerhouses square off when Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees host Yordan รlvarez and the Houston Astros in the opener of a highly anticipated four-game series Thursday night.
Guardians score 4 in 9th to rally past Twins 11-10
Read full article: Guardians score 4 in 9th to rally past Twins 11-10Oscar Gonzalez tied the game with a two-run single and scored on Owen Millerโs go-ahead sacrifice fly as the Cleveland Guardians rallied for four runs in the ninth inning to stun the Minnesota Twins 11-10.
Changing to Guardians: Indians close with 6-0 win at Texas
Read full article: Changing to Guardians: Indians close with 6-0 win at TexasAaron Civale allowed only three singles while pitching six scoreless innings and the Cleveland Indians closed out their 107th and final season under that name with a 6-0 win against the Texas Rangers.
Indians beat Royals in last home game before name change
Read full article: Indians beat Royals in last home game before name changeThe Cleveland Indians won their last home game before they become the Guardians, beating the Kansas City Royals 8-3 to close a run that started in 1915 and will continue in 2022 with a new identity.
White Sox clinch AL Central with victory over Indians
Read full article: White Sox clinch AL Central with victory over IndiansThe Chicago White Sox clinched their first AL Central title since 2008 with a 7-2 win over the Cleveland Indians behind two home runs by Tim Anderson in the opener of a doubleheader spit.
Quantrill, Indians beat Angels 3-0 in Little League Classic
Read full article: Quantrill, Indians beat Angels 3-0 in Little League ClassicCal Quantrill pitched two-hit ball over seven innings, Amed Rosario launched an early homer and the Cleveland Indians beat the Los Angeles Angels 3-0 in the Little League Classic.
Clement 2 HRs, Cabrera stays at 499; Indians beat Tigers 7-4
Read full article: Clement 2 HRs, Cabrera stays at 499; Indians beat Tigers 7-4Cleveland rookie Ernie Clement hit the first two homers of his career while Miguel Cabrera stayed one drive short of No. 500 as the Indians beat the Detroit Tigers 7-4.
Indians shake off Bieber injury; O's 16th straight road loss
Read full article: Indians shake off Bieber injury; O's 16th straight road lossJosรฉ Ramรญrez picked up a pair of RBIs made possible by Baltimore blunders in the field and the Cleveland Indians extended the Oriolesโ road losing streak to 16 straight games with a 4-3 win.
Plesac takes no-hitter into 8th as Indians top Mariners 4-2
Read full article: Plesac takes no-hitter into 8th as Indians top Mariners 4-2Zach Plesac came within six outs of Clevelandโs first no-hitter in 40 years, keeping the Seattle Mariners hitless into the eighth inning of the Indiansโ 4-2 win.
Stanton homers twice, powering Yankees past Indians 5-3
Read full article: Stanton homers twice, powering Yankees past Indians 5-3Giancarlo Stanton busted out of his slump with two rocketed home runs โ one with the highest exit velocity this season โ and New York connected four times, sending the Yankees to a 5-3 win over the Cleveland Indians.
Lindor: Easy decision to sign $341M, 10-year deal with Mets
Read full article: Lindor: Easy decision to sign $341M, 10-year deal with MetsFrancisco Lindor and the New York Mets agreed to a $341 million, 10-year pact on the eve of opening day, terms that could keep the four-time All-Star in Queens for the rest of his career.
AP source: Lindor, Mets agree to $341 million, 10-year deal
Read full article: AP source: Lindor, Mets agree to $341 million, 10-year dealThe person spoke to The Associated Press on Wednesday night on condition of anonymity because the deal hadn't been announced. Lindor was eligible for free agency after this season and said this spring he wouldn't negotiate with the Mets on a long-term deal after opening day. New York added Lindor knowing he could walk after the 2021 season, but the team said it would try to negotiate a long-term pact. AdLindor's deal will be the largest ever for a shortstop, passing Fernando Tatis Jr.'s $340 million, 14-year contract with San Diego signed in February. Only Mike Trout's $426.5 million, 12-year contract with the Los Angeles Angels and Mookie Betts' $365 million, 12-year deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers are worth more.
Bogaerts spring debut after shoulder woe, Tatis HR in return
Read full article: Bogaerts spring debut after shoulder woe, Tatis HR in returnOn that one, we are probably on the same page.โRED SOX 8, RAYS 2Garrett Richards struck out seven in four scoreless innings for Boston. ATHLETICS 5, PADRES 4Fernando Tatis Jr. led off the game with his second spring home run, a smashing return after missing six days with a non-virus bug. The 30-year-old left has pitched four scoreless innings this spring. BREWERS 8, CUBS 3 (7)Brandon Woodruff made his second start for Milwaukee, allowing five hits in two scoreless innings. BRAVES 8, TWINS 5Michael Pineda, who last pitched a full season in 2016, made his first spring start for Minnesota.
Springer, Bauer, Lindor lead list of big names on new teams
Read full article: Springer, Bauer, Lindor lead list of big names on new teamsThe reigning World Series champions already had a pair of Cy Young Award winners in Clayton Kershaw and David Price. Darvish has twice finished runner-up for a Cy Young Award, including last season when he was 8-3 with a 2.01 ERA in 12 starts. Lester is a three-time World Series champion, winning twice with Boston and once with the Cubs. Heโs part of a rotation led by three-time Cy Young Award winner Max Scherzer, 2019 World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg and lefty Patrick Corbin. Bradley was a Gold Glove winner in 2018 when the Red Sox won the World Series.
Francisco Lindor all smiles after trade from Indians to Mets
Read full article: Francisco Lindor all smiles after trade from Indians to MetsIn this screen grab taken from video, Major League baseball player Francisco Lindor answers questions during a virtual press conference introducing him as the New York Mets new shortstop, Monday, Jan. 11, 2021, in New York. (New York Mets via AP)NEW YORK โ Francisco Lindor smiled widely for a full 40 minutes, enthralled to join a New York Mets team bulking up under new owner Steven Cohen. Iโm not against it,โ Lindor said in a news conference from Florida, wearing his new teamโs royal blue cap. But the Indians did not think they could afford a multiyear contract with the 27-year-old, so they chose to make the trade. If Lindor agrees to a long-term deal, it likely would become the largest in Mets' history, surpassing the $138 million, eight-year agreement of captain David Wright that covered 2013-20.
Mega deal: Indians trade star Lindor, Carrasco to Mets
Read full article: Mega deal: Indians trade star Lindor, Carrasco to MetsThe Cleveland Indians have agreed to trade four-time All-Star shortstop Francisco Lindor and pitcher Carlos Carrasco to the New York Mets, a person with direct knowledge of the deal told the Associated Press on Thursday, Jan. 7, 2021. The cash-strapped Indians sent Lindor and Carrasco to the Mets on Thursday for young infielders Andrรฉs Gimรฉnez and Amed Rosario, and two minor league prospects: right-hander Josh Wolf and outfielder Isaiah Greene. "They did not come cheaply,โ Mets president Sandy Alderson said of Lindor and Carrasco. One of his next big-ticket items figures to be trying to sign Lindor to a long-term contract, something the Indians couldn't do. New York also signed injured right-hander Noah Syndergaard to a $9.7 million, one-year deal, avoiding arbitration.
Yankees edge Mets 2-1 to avert longest slide in 25 years
Read full article: Yankees edge Mets 2-1 to avert longest slide in 25 years(AP Photo/John Minchillo)NEW YORK The last time the New York Yankees lost eight in a row, it was a different millennium. Frazier drew a leadoff walk in the ninth from Betances (0-1), a four-time All-Star with the Yankees before signing with the Mets last offseason. Happ held the Mets to three hits in 7 1/3 shutout innings, becoming the first Yankees starter to reach the eighth this season. The Mets will be the home" team at Yankee Stadium in the second game. Prized pitching prospect Deivi Garcia will start one game for the Yankees, making his major league debut.
LEADING OFF: Pads upgrade 'pen, Mets-Yanks play 2 again
Read full article: LEADING OFF: Pads upgrade 'pen, Mets-Yanks play 2 againThe San Diego Padres acquired the reliever from Kansas City on Saturday for outfielder Edward Olivares and a player to be named. The 30-year-old Rosenthal has a 3.29 ERA and seven saves after struggling with injuries and poor performance in recent years. The Mets plan to start righty Rick Porcello (1-4, 6.43 ERA) and converted closer Seth Lugo (1-2, 2.03). That year, he became the only player to hit for the cycle in a postseason game. They made the move with infielder Starlin Castro expected to miss the rest of the season with a broken wrist.
Mets' Smith follows plea with HR; Rosario gets road walkoff
Read full article: Mets' Smith follows plea with HR; Rosario gets road walkoffBack in his comfort zone Friday night, the New York Mets outfielder took a starring role in a Subway Series instant classic. We all were extremely happy to just be back on the field and be back playing baseball, Smith said. Smith, a 25-year-old Black man, cried Wednesday night reflecting on a recent shooting by police of a Black man in Wisconsin. 42 for the second game only. Inspired by the emotional comments from the usually upbeat Smith, the Mets staged a walkout protest against racial injustice with the Miami Marlins on Thursday night.
Healthy ace Scherzer pitches Nats past Mets 2-1 for 1st win
Read full article: Healthy ace Scherzer pitches Nats past Mets 2-1 for 1st winWashington Nationals' Max Scherzer (31) delivers a pitch during the first inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2020, in New York. But he also looked healthy all the while a wonderful sign for the Washington Nationals. Scherzer showed no effects of hamstring trouble, navigating heavy traffic early for his first win this season, and Trea Turner hit a record-breaking leadoff homer to help Washington beat the New York Mets 2-1 on Tuesday night. Scherzer lasted six innings and threw only 45 pitches over his final four to finish with 105. The Mets hadn't announced a starter to replace Michael Wacha, who went on the injured list Sunday with shoulder inflammation.
Scherzer exits; Porcello gets 150th win, Mets top Soto, Nats
Read full article: Scherzer exits; Porcello gets 150th win, Mets top Soto, NatsWashington Nationals starting pitcher Max Scherzer (31) throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets in Washington, Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2020. Porcello (1-1) went seven innings, allowing one run and five hits and retiring the last 10 batters he faced. Scherzer threw 99 pitches on opening day against the Yankees, then an MLB season-high 112 in his next start. WHAT A STEALIn his Mets debut, CF Billy Hamilton stole his first base of 2020 and 300th of his career. Nationals: After Thursday's fifth day off in a week, they start a three-game series Friday against visiting Baltimore.
Ozuna homers off Daz, Braves beat Mets in new extras format
Read full article: Ozuna homers off Daz, Braves beat Mets in new extras formatAtlanta Braves pitcher Max Fried fields a ground ball by New York Mets' Jeff McNeil during the third inning of a baseball game Saturday, July 25, 2020, in New York. Ozuna, signed to an $18 million, one-year free agent deal in January, energized Atlanta's struggling offense with his opposite-field drive against Daz. Ozuna went with a 3-2 fastball just off the outside corner and roped it out to right field for his first home run with the Braves. McNeil countered with a go-ahead sacrifice fly in the fifth, but Daz couldn't make it stand. An All-Star with Seattle in 2018, Daz labored through a brutal 2019 with a 5.59 ERA and seven blown saves.