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Diamondbacks add LHP Jordan Montgomery on $25 million, 1-year deal, according to AP source
Read full article: Diamondbacks add LHP Jordan Montgomery on $25 million, 1-year deal, according to AP sourceThe Arizona Diamondbacks and pitcher Jordan Montgomery have agreed on a $25 million, one-year contract with a vesting option for 2025, according to a person familiar with the deal.
Eduardo Rodriguez and Arizona Diamondbacks agree to $80 million, 4-year deal, AP source says
Read full article: Eduardo Rodriguez and Arizona Diamondbacks agree to $80 million, 4-year deal, AP source saysThe Arizona Diamondbacks and pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez have agreed to an $80 million, four-year contract, according to a person with direct knowledge of the deal.
Man receives the first eye transplant plus a new face. It's a step toward one day restoring sight
Read full article: Man receives the first eye transplant plus a new face. It's a step toward one day restoring sightSurgeons in New York have performed the world's first transplant of an entire human eye, an extraordinary addition to a face transplant.
Tigers reach deal with Dodgers, but Detroit LHP Eduardo Rodriguez exercises no-trade clause
Read full article: Tigers reach deal with Dodgers, but Detroit LHP Eduardo Rodriguez exercises no-trade clauseDetroit Tigers left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez blocked a deal to the Los Angeles Dodgers, exercising his no-trade clause ahead of Tuesday’s trade deadline.
Justin Verlander gives up 2 HRs in Tigers' 2-0 win over Mets
Read full article: Justin Verlander gives up 2 HRs in Tigers' 2-0 win over MetsJustin Verlander gave up back-to-back home runs in his New York Mets debut and Eduardo Rodriguez threw eight scoreless innings as the Detroit Tigers completed a three-game sweep with a 2-0 win Thursday.
Catcher Torrens gets win, Mariners sweep Tigers in DH
Read full article: Catcher Torrens gets win, Mariners sweep Tigers in DHAbraham Toro homered and drove in four runs, Cal Raleigh hit his 27th long ball of the season and the Seattle Mariners beat the Detroit Tigers 9-6 to complete a sweep of their doubleheader.
Ohtani, Trout power Angels to 10-0 win over Tigers
Read full article: Ohtani, Trout power Angels to 10-0 win over TigersShohei Ohtani had his sixth multi-homer game of the season, Mike Trout also went deep and José Suarez threw three-hit ball over seven innings as the Los Angeles Angels routed the skidding Detroit Tigers 10-0.
Donaldson, Carpenter lead Yanks over Red Sox 12-5
Read full article: Donaldson, Carpenter lead Yanks over Red Sox 12-5Josh Donaldson hit a three-run homer in a four-run first inning, Matt Carpenter homered among three hits in his first start in left field in a decade and the New York Yankees beat Boston 12-5 for their 10th win in their last 11 games against the Red Sox.
Pasquantino hits unusual 1st MLB homer, Royals beat Tigers
Read full article: Pasquantino hits unusual 1st MLB homer, Royals beat TigersVinnie Pasquantino hit his first major league home run and Hunter Dozier followed with a drive into the bullpen, leading Brad Keller and the Kansas City Royals over the Detroit Tigers 3-1.
LEADING OFF: Yanks' Donaldson to serve ban, Strasburg out
Read full article: LEADING OFF: Yanks' Donaldson to serve ban, Strasburg outYankees third baseman Josh Donaldson will serve a one-game suspension for a remark to White Sox star Tim Anderson about Jackie Robinson when New York opens a home series against Tampa Bay after the ban was upheld on appeal.
Yanks top Tigers 5-4, 39-15 at 1/3 mark, best since 2001 Ms
Read full article: Yanks top Tigers 5-4, 39-15 at 1/3 mark, best since 2001 MsJosh Donaldson hit a 10th-inning sacrifice fly, and the New York Yankees came from behind twice to beat the Detroit Tigers 5-4 to reach the one-third mark of the season at 39-15, the best in the major leagues in 21 years.
Severino, Yankees combine on 1-hitter, blank Tigers 3-0
Read full article: Severino, Yankees combine on 1-hitter, blank Tigers 3-0Luis Severino combined with two relievers on a one-hitter to continue New York’s run of outstanding starting pitching performances as the Yankees beat the Detroit Tigers 3-0.
Pineda exits after liner breaks finger, Tigers blank O's 3-0
Read full article: Pineda exits after liner breaks finger, Tigers blank O's 3-0Tigers starter Michael Pineda exited early after a line drive broke a finger on his pitching hand and the Detroit dominated the rest of the way, teaming on a four-hitter to beat the Baltimore Orioles 3-0.
Spring forward: What to know as MLB camps open Sunday
Read full article: Spring forward: What to know as MLB camps open SundayShohei Ohtani, Aaron Judge and the rest of baseball’s biggest stars are due at spring training Sunday for the first official day of preseason training following the end of Major League Baseball’s 99-day labor lockout.
AP source: Rodríguez, Tigers reach $77M, five-year contract
Read full article: AP source: Rodríguez, Tigers reach $77M, five-year contractA person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that left-handed pitcher Eduardo Rodríguez and the Detroit Tigers agreed to a $77 million, five-year contract.
LEADING OFF: Curious pitching strategy in playoffs all over
Read full article: LEADING OFF: Curious pitching strategy in playoffs all overIn a postseason already marked by curious pitching strategy, Julio Urías returns to his regular role in the rotation when the Los Angeles Dodgers play Atlanta in Game 4 of the NL Championship Series.
LEADING OFF: LA hopes to maximize Scherzer with extra rest
Read full article: LEADING OFF: LA hopes to maximize Scherzer with extra restThe Dodgers are ready to start ace Max Scherzer in Game 2 of the NL Championship Series against Atlanta, a day after manager Dave Roberts scratched the veteran right-hander to get him an extra day of rest.
Arozarena shines, Rays blank Red Sox 5-0 in ALDS opener
Read full article: Arozarena shines, Rays blank Red Sox 5-0 in ALDS openerRandy Arozarena became the first player to hit a home run and steal home in a postseason game, and rookie Shane McClanahan pitched the Tampa Bay Rays past the Boston Red Sox 5-0 in their AL Division Series opener.
Devers hits 2 HR; Red Sox to host Yanks in AL wild-card game
Read full article: Devers hits 2 HR; Red Sox to host Yanks in AL wild-card gameThe Boston Red Sox have clinched a playoff berth on the regular season’s final day and will host the New York Yankees in the AL wild-card game after coming back to beat the Washington Nationals 7-5 on a tiebreaking two-run homer by Rafael Devers in the ninth inning.
LEADING OFF: Cards seek sweet 16, Yanks-Red Sox for WC lead
Read full article: LEADING OFF: Cards seek sweet 16, Yanks-Red Sox for WC leadFresh off setting a franchise record with their 15th straight win, Harrison Bader and the St. Louis Cardinals try to finish off a sweep of the Cubs at Wrigley Field on Sunday.
Stanton's slam lifts Yanks to 5-3 win, WC tie with Red Sox
Read full article: Stanton's slam lifts Yanks to 5-3 win, WC tie with Red SoxGiancarlo Stanton hit a go-ahead grand slam over the Green Monster in the eighth inning and the New York Yankees beat Boston 5-3 to tie the Red Sox for the top spot in the AL wild-card race.
Cruz, 41, oldest to hit 3O HRs in year, Rays bop Bosox 12-7
Read full article: Cruz, 41, oldest to hit 3O HRs in year, Rays bop Bosox 12-7Nelson Cruz homered twice and, at 41 years old, became the oldest player in major league history to hit 30 home runs in a season, powering the Tampa Bay Rays past the Boston Red Sox 12-7.
Meadows, Rays rally from 6 runs down, beat Bosox 11-10 in 10
Read full article: Meadows, Rays rally from 6 runs down, beat Bosox 11-10 in 10Austin Meadows hit a tying, inside-the-park homer in the ninth inning, Nelson Cruz had a go-ahead single in the 10th and the Tampa Bay Rays rallied from a six-run deficit to beat the Boston Red Sox 11-10.
Sale makes first appearance since 2019; Sox pound O's 16-2
Read full article: Sale makes first appearance since 2019; Sox pound O's 16-2Bolstered by Chris Sale’s first major league appearance in just over two years, the Boston Red Sox hit five homers while pounding Baltimore 16-2, handing the Orioles their 10th straight loss.
Red Sox end Germán's no-hit bid in 8th, storm past Yanks 5-4
Read full article: Red Sox end Germán's no-hit bid in 8th, storm past Yanks 5-4Held hitless into the eighth inning by Domingo Germán and looking feeble, Alex Verdugo and the Boston Red Sox suddenly erupted for five runs to shake Fenway Park and storm past the New York Yankees 5-4.
Odor, Yankees rally in 8th, end Boston's 4-game win streak
Read full article: Odor, Yankees rally in 8th, end Boston's 4-game win streakRougned Odor’s two-run double highlighted a four-run rally in the eighth inning after his two errors helped Boston build an early lead, and the New York Yankees beat the Red Sox 4-3.
Yanks reliever throws 4 wild pitches in 10th, Red Sox rally
Read full article: Yanks reliever throws 4 wild pitches in 10th, Red Sox rallyKiké Hernández hit a two-run double that tied the game with two outs in the ninth inning, and the Boston Red Sox took advantage of a record four wild pitches by Brooks Kriske in the 10th to rally past the rival New York Yankees 5-4 on a rainy night at Fenway Park.
Red Sox hammer Cole, rout Yanks 9-2 for another 3-game sweep
Read full article: Red Sox hammer Cole, rout Yanks 9-2 for another 3-game sweepKiké Hernández and Rafael Devers homered in the first inning as the Boston Red Sox hammered Gerrit Cole, routing the New York Yankees 9-2 to complete a second straight sweep of their longtime rivals.
Franco HR, double in debut, but Rays lose to Red Sox in 11th
Read full article: Franco HR, double in debut, but Rays lose to Red Sox in 11thWander Franco hit a three-run homer and doubled in his big league debut for the Tampa Bay Rays, who lost their seventh straight in falling to the Boston Red Sox 9-5 in 11 innings.
Top prospect Wander Franco homers in MLB debut for Rays
Read full article: Top prospect Wander Franco homers in MLB debut for RaysWander Franco, a 20-year-old infielder considered the best prospect in the minor leagues, homered for the Tampa Bay Rays in his major league debut, connecting for a three-run drive against Boston.
Fenway Park back to full capacity; Red Sox beat Marlins 3-1
Read full article: Fenway Park back to full capacity; Red Sox beat Marlins 3-1Playing their first game in a rejuvenated Fenway Park since the state dropped limits on crowds during the coronavirus pandemic, Nathan Eovaldi went 5 1/3 scoreless innings and the Boston Red Sox beat the Miami Marlins 3-1.
Devers, Bosox win snowy 7th in row; Twins hold silent moment
Read full article: Devers, Bosox win snowy 7th in row; Twins hold silent momentRafael Devers homered for the fourth straight game and the streaking Boston Red Sox beat the Minnesota Twins 4-2 on a snowy afternoon in a series opener moved back following the fatal police shooting of a Black man in the Twin Cities area.
Orioles-Red Sox opener at Fenway postponed because of rain
Read full article: Orioles-Red Sox opener at Fenway postponed because of rainThe Boston Red Sox have postponed their opener against the Baltimore Orioles at Fenway Park until Friday because of rain that was forecast to continue through the day.
Red Sox scratch E-Rod from opener; Eovaldi to pitch instead
Read full article: Red Sox scratch E-Rod from opener; Eovaldi to pitch insteadNathan Eovaldi will face the Baltimore Orioles in the April 1 opener instead. “With the schedule the way it is, he won’t be able to post,” said Cora, who had announced Rodriguez as the opening day starter last week. Ad“It's just dead arm,” the manager said, adding, "going into '20 he was supposed to be the opening day starter. Cora said it was too early to tell if Rodriguez will need to start the season on the injury list. He did everything possible to make the team, and I know he’s not going to stop," Cora said.
Ohtani fans 5 in return to mound; Harper HR on 1st swing
Read full article: Ohtani fans 5 in return to mound; Harper HR on 1st swingThe 2018 AL Rookie of the Year is off to a strong start this spring on both sides. PHILLIES 3, PIRATES 0Bryce Harper homered on his first swing of spring training, launching a opposite-field drive to left. Chad Kuhl made his second start for Pittsburgh, allowing two runs on three hits. Brad Keller worked three innings in the start for the Royals and allowed a run on four hits and two walks. BRAVES 4, TWINS 0 (7)Kyle Wright fared much better in his second start for Atlanta, allowing one hit in three shutout innings with two strikeouts.
'New chance at life': Man gets face, hands in rare surgery
Read full article: 'New chance at life': Man gets face, hands in rare surgeryJoe DiMeo poses for a portrait, Monday, Jan. 25, 2021 at NYU Langone Health in New York, six months after an extremely rare double hand and face transplant. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)NEW YORK – Almost six months after a rare face and hands transplant, Joe DiMeo is relearning how to smile, blink, pinch and squeeze. U.S. surgeons have completed at least 18 face transplants and 35 hand transplants, according to the United Network for Organ Sharing, or UNOS, which oversees the nation's transplant system. But simultaneous face and double hand transplants are extremely rare and have only been tried twice before. DiMeo can feel his new forehead and hands get cold, and often reaches up to push his long hair off of his face.
Red Sox bring back Cora, rehiring manager from 2018 title
Read full article: Red Sox bring back Cora, rehiring manager from 2018 titleCora was Houston's bench coach when he joined the Red Sox in November 2017, and he led Boston to the 2018 title after a franchise-record 108 regular-season wins. “Alex knows that what he did was wrong, and he regrets it," Red Sox Chief Baseball Officer Chaim Bloom said. “During his Red Sox career as a player and manager, Alex continually made us better," team president and CEO Sam Kennedy said. With Betts and Price gone, Chris Sale recovering from Tommy John surgery and Eduardo Rodriguez recovering from a COVID-19-related heart problem, the Red Sox went 24-36. And the Red Sox have plenty of salary flexibility gained in the deal that jettioned Betts and Price.
Orgeron: Most LSU players have had, recovered from COVID-19
Read full article: Orgeron: Most LSU players have had, recovered from COVID-19Most of LSU's football players have contracted and recovered from COVID-19, coach Ed Orgeron said Tuesday, leaving the coaching staff hopeful those players will remain eligible to play the bulk of the season before they have to be tested again. “I think, not all of our players, but most of our players have caught it,” Orgeron said during a video conference, adding later that he did not know the percentage of the roster that had tested positive. “So we look at the players that have caught it and say, ‘OK these guys should be eligible,’" Orgeron continued. So we’re looking at our roster in that manner.”Orgeron did not go into detail about whether any LSU players who tested positive have experienced symptoms. LSU officials have declined to make public precise counts or even percentages of players who have tested positive for antibodies or the disease itself.
Chris Sale rehabbing the best he can for Red Sox
Read full article: Chris Sale rehabbing the best he can for Red SoxWith an arm repaired by Tommy John surgery and a pandemic locking him out of the Red Sox spring training facility, Boston left-hander Chris Sale is managing his rehab the best he can. The team has moved some weights into an outdoor batting cage, which Sale also uses as a locker room. In fact, he hasnt even been allowed inside the teams spring training facility. And my training room and my locker room." But Sale said being away from the team has allowed him to focus on his rehab.
LEADING OFF: Reds-Tigers debut MLB's 7-inning doubleheaders
Read full article: LEADING OFF: Reds-Tigers debut MLB's 7-inning doubleheadersShortened doubleheaders are about to make their Major League Baseball debut. Baseball could see an unusually high number of doubleheaders due to positive coronavirus tests causing postponements, plus rainouts. I think thats a good rule change especially with the pitchers going down every day, Houston manager Dusty Baker said. The Angels expect to have Ohtani start their Sunday games this season. KERSHAWS BACKDodgers ace Clayton Kershaw is set to make his season debut when he faces the Diamondbacks at Arizona.
LEADING OFF: Virus fears force changes in lineups, plans
Read full article: LEADING OFF: Virus fears force changes in lineups, plansMiami Marlins' Brian Anderson, right, celebrates his two-run home run with Francisco Cervelli, left, during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Sunday, July 26, 2020, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)The Miami Marlins and Cincinnati Reds are waiting to see how COVID-19 affects them heading into the second series of the season. The Marlins planned to arrive in Miami hours before their home opener against Baltimore, unsure how many players might remain quarantined in Philadelphia. The Reds were without second baseman Mike Moustakas and center fielder Nick Senzel for a 3-2 loss to the Tigers in Cincinnati. Both felt sick a day after teammate Matt Davidson went on the injured list after testing positive for the coronavirus.
Red Sox's Rodriguez awaits test on COVID-related heart issue
Read full article: Red Sox's Rodriguez awaits test on COVID-related heart issueBOSTON Red Sox pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez said he is awaiting results of additional testing after doctors recently discovered an issue with his heart they believe is a result of his recent bout with COVID-19. The 27-year-old left-hander tested positive for the coronavirus before the start of summer camp, but was cleared and returned to workouts on July 18. He hasnt had another positive coronavirus test, but said an MRI revealed a condition called myocarditis, that the teams medical staff felt was serious enough to shut him down for at least a week. That's why the doctors tell me to just take a week, just rest, don't let your heart get too much heart rate, he said. Rodriguez is unsure of how long it will take for him to be ready to pitch in a game.
Red Sox shut down Rodriguez after coronavirus setback
Read full article: Red Sox shut down Rodriguez after coronavirus setbackBOSTON Red Sox pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez will be shut down from all baseball activities for at least a week after he experienced a setback in his return from COVID-19. Manager Ron Roenicke said Thursday that Rodriguez, who tested positive for the coronavirus before the start of summer camp, hasnt had another positive test. But he didnt arrive in Boston for summer camp until Saturday, leaving him well behind in his throwing program for the start of the season. In his first public comments at camp, Rodriguez said Sunday that his bout with the coronavirus had left him feeling 100 years old. It took him about 10 days before he was able to do any light throwing. Though there isnt a timeline for Rodriguez's return, Roenicke said he is confident the lefty will pitch again this season.
More positive tests, canceled workouts add to MLB unease
Read full article: More positive tests, canceled workouts add to MLB uneaseThe San Francisco Giants suspended workouts at Oracle Park as they awaited the results of weekend tests for the coronavirus. Rodriguez, who broke out in 2019 as a star, and Red Sox prospect Bobby Dalbec tested positive for the virus. Manager Ron Roenicke said it is just unfortunate the positive test could jeopardize Rodriguezs chances to start on opening day. Also, the Kansas City Royals announced right-hander Brad Keller and first baseman Ryan OHearn had positive tests and gave the team permission to announce the results. Some Washington players did not take part in workouts, including Starlin Castro, Juan Soto, Howie Kendrick and Victor Robles.
Davis hits 3rd spring HR, Judge more tests, Buehler sharp
Read full article: Davis hits 3rd spring HR, Judge more tests, Buehler sharpIn 2018, Davis hit only .168 with 16 home runs and 49 RBIs, striking out 192 times in 128 games. Matthew Boyd made his second start for Detroit, striking out four in three shutout innings. Paul DeJong hit his second spring home run. Swingman Ross Stripling, who debuted a new changeup in his spring debut Monday, allowed one hit over two innings in his second start. ATHLETICS (SS) 8, INDIANS (SS) 6Tony Kemp had three hits and Matt Chapman drove in two runs for the A's.