Royals right-hander Kris Medlen experienced a setback in his hopeful return to the Major League rotation after suffering a right shoulder strain during a rehab assignment with Triple-A Omaha on Tuesday.
Cespedes’ drive extends beyond ballpark
Yoenis Cespedes did not grow up with the luxury of golf courses and expensive cars. Now that he’s made a name for himself in the U.S., the Mets outfielder finds his respite from work in both.
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Belt bolsters Final Vote in Cueto’s 13th win
Brandon Belt wasted no time making the case for his Esurance MLB All-Star Game Final Vote candidacy Wednesday night, shooting an RBI triple off the arcade in right field at AT&T Park in the bottom of the first as part of a two-run inning. That created an early cushion for Johnny Cueto, who shut down the Rockies for nine innings as the Giants clinched their fifth consecutive series win against an National Leage West opponent with a 5-1 victory.
Rangers pull away at Fenway with 4-run 9th
The Rangers struck early against David Price and late against Craig Kimbrel en route to a 7-2 victory over the Red Sox on Tuesday night at Fenway Park.
Harper leads Nats’ fantastic four into ASG
The Nationals have enjoyed a resurgence through the first half of this year after a disappointing end to the 2015 season. They own a four-game lead in the National League East and were rewarded with four All-Star selections, matching a franchise record set in 2012.
D-backs ride Weeks’ HR to victory
Rickie Weeks hit a three-run home run and the top two hitters in the order, Jean Segura and Michael Bourn, combined for six hits as the D-backs topped the Padres. Wil Myers, named to the All-Star team Tuesday, had four hits for San Diego.
Peralta leaves game with left thumb discomfort
Cardinals third baseman Jhonny Peralta left Tuesday night’s game against the Pirates due to left thumb discomfort in the top of the fourth inning.
Astros handle Seattle behind Keuchel, 3 homers
The Astros again got a glimpse of their ace Dallas Keuchel returning to his Cy Young form, and they backed him up by swinging for the fences.
Simmons, Cron lead Angels past Rays
The Rays were bidding for their first back-to-back wins since June 14-15, a stretch of nearly three weeks. And despite holding two one-run leads, they weren’t able to get the job done in a 13-5 loss to the Angels on Tuesday night at Tropicana Field, with Andrelton Simmons leading the way for the Angels in a three-run sixth that put the visitors ahead to stay.
Choo exits with lower back tightness
Rangers right fielder Shin-Soo Choo left Tuesday night’s 7-2 win over the Red Sox in the bottom of the fifth inning with stiffness in his lower back.
Indians continue blistering streaks vs. Tigers
Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor had plenty of reasons to flash his prominent smile Tuesday. On the same night the Tribe shortstop was named a first-time All-Star, he played a key role in his team’s 12-1 win over the Tigers at Progressive Field.
Hoskins passes teammate to take Minors’ home run lead
Rhys Hoskins’ power surge continues. The Phillies’ No. 19 prospect hit both his 23rd and 24th homers for Double-A Reading on Tuesday night and now leads the Minor Leagues with 24 homers.
Sale named to 5th straight AL All-Star squad
Chris Sale was chosen for his fifth straight All-Star team, meaning he has been an All-Star in every year he has started.
Hill, Davies send Brewers past Nationals
Hernan Perez and Aaron Hill hit two-run homers and Zach Davies pitched into the seventh inning to give the Brewers a 5-2 win over the Nationals on Tuesday at Nationals Park.
Walker’s next start in doubt as foot injury flares up
Taijuan Walker was removed after four innings in Tuesday’s 5-2 loss to the Astros at Minute Maid Park and it appears the Mariners will need to shut down the right-hander due to ongoing problems with his right foot.