The Twins and Major League Baseball are set to contribute a record $8 million toward local projects and national charitable initiatives as part of the 2014 All-Star community legacy effort.
All-Star events, ballot unveiled by Mauer and Co.
Six-time All-Star Joe Mauer joined several Twins legends, front-office executives and elected city officials to officially announce this year’s MLB All-Star activities and to launch the ballots for the American and National Leagues on Friday at Target Field.
Uecker statue gets spot in last row at Miller Park
In a nod to his famous Miller Lite ads of the 1970s and ’80s, Bob Uecker was honored Friday with his second statue at Miller Park — this one behind the last row of section 422 in the upper deck.
Headley strains calf, placed on disabled list
Padres third baseman Chase Headley could officially land on the disabled list as soon as Friday after he suffered a strained right calf in Thursday’s 4-3 victory in 12 innings over the Nationals.
MRI shows no shoulder damage for prospect Edwards
Cubs top pitching prospect C.J. Edwards underwent an MRI on Friday, which revealed some fatigue and inflammation in his right shoulder. The good news is there was no structural damage.
Marlins have learned to embrace quirky park
With the season nearly a month old, the Marlins are flashing signs of turning their ballpark into their version of baseball heaven.
Today’s MLB starting lineups: April 25
Every lineup, every day, as they are made public by the clubs.
White Sox claim Noesi off waivers from Rangers
The White Sox claimed Hector Noesi off waivers from the Rangers on Friday, which means that the right-handed reliever will be on his third team of the season.
Fans can weigh in on Home Run Derby participants
The Home Run Derby that Yoenis Cespedes won in such dazzling fashion last year — who can forget those those 17 long balls in the first round? — is an entertainment showcase for the fans. That’s why you see the Home Run Derby Fan Poll as part of your brand-new All-Star Game MLB.com Ballot Sponsored by Experian.
Time to pick All-Star Game starting lineups
Balloting is underway for Major League Baseball’s 85th All-Star Game on July 15 at Target Field in Minnesota, with the traditional launch of the 2014 All-Star Game MLB.com Ballot Sponsored by Experian and the first chance to punch names at ballparks.
Ball-transfer rule clarified; enforcement begins tonight
Major League Baseball’s Playing Rules Committee provided today a clearer interpretation of the play that occurs when a fielder loses possession of a ball while trying to transfer it from his glove to his throwing hand.
Ex-umpire Clark’s book a story of redemption
Al Clark, a 25-year MLB umpire, was imprisoned after a conviction for mail fraud. His book, “Called Out But Safe: A Baseball Umpire’s Journey,” details his journey and redemption.
Need to get to first? Don’t use your head
Even if we could call it a tie in the timing between the two options, the headfirst dive to first base inherently poses more injury risk than the sprint. Alas, scientific scrutiny and the injury issue tends to get trumped by instinct in the heat of the moment.
Baseball Project’s latest album touches ’em all
On “3rd,” The Baseball Project sings about Hank Aaron, Babe Ruth, Lenny Dykstra, Pascual Perez, Dale Murphy and other tales of the game it loves.
MLB Notebook: Donaldson making All-Star case
Coming off his breakout 2013 season, Josh Donaldson is off to a hot start at the plate. If he continues at this pace, his first trip to the All-Star Game will come this summer.
Fisher makes powerful return for Virginia
Outfielder Derek Fisher returned to the Virginia lineup this week, just in time for one of its biggest series of the season: a weekend visit to Florida State.
Phils survive bullpen hiccup for series win in LA
Marlon Byrd’s second two-run hit of the night came during a ninth-inning rally that took the bullpen off the hook for blowing Kyle Kendrick’s lead on Thursday as the Phillies earned a series win in Los Angeles.