Johnny Giavotella had three hits, including a three-run home run, as the Angels had 14 hits en route to a victory over the Royals.

There should never be another race again.

David Price will let everyone else be wowed by the 14 strikeouts he had against the Braves on Tuesday night, equaling a career high. The one number that impressed him — the only one that really mattered — was eight.

A few of Jake Arrieta’s teammates have relayed to him that other players suspect the Cubs pitcher is taking PEDs, and that’s part of the reason for his success. Arrieta, responding to those suspicions and others raised in an article that appeared in USA Today on Tuesday, said the idea that he’s cheating is idiotic.

Every lineup, every day, as they are made public by the clubs.

The Nationals placed catcher Wilson Ramos on the bereavement list on Tuesday and recalled catcher Pedro Severino from Triple-A Syracuse.

For the first three weeks of the season, Chase Utley has been the MVP of his hometown team, the Los Angeles Dodgers. Many people questioned why the Dodgers re-signed the 37-year-old second baseman who appeared to be near the end of his career. So far this season, the signing of Utley for the Dodgers has been huge. He has played in 18 of 20 games, and he is hitting .314.

Right-hander Yu Darvish threw 45 pitches in a live batting-practice session at Globe Life Park on Tuesday afternoon. The Rangers will discuss the next step, but Darvish could begin a medical rehabilitation assignment on Sunday with Double-A Frisco.

Mets catcher Travis d’Arnaud has been placed on the 15-day disabled list with a right rotator cuff strain.

Domingo Santana started out his Major League career with such spectacular contact issues that it was easy to wonder if he’d ever make it back. Not only has he done so, he’s hitting the ball harder than anyone in baseball.

The Twins are set to promote top pitching prospect Jose Berrios on Tuesday, a source confirmed to MLB.com. Berrios also made the announcement on his Facebook page. The Twins, however, have yet to announce the callup, as a corresponding roster move must be made.

Major League Baseball has opened an investigation into Tyler Collins’ improper gesture toward fans at Comerica Park during Monday’s 7-3 win over the A’s, putting Collins in line for a potential fine or suspension.

The Phillies’ Nick Williams, the Reds’ Cody Reed, the A’s Daniel Mengden and the Astros’ Joe Musgrove are among the top prospects in action on Tuesday.

Here’s to you, Albert Pujols. Your 564th and 565th home runs on Monday night gave us another night to remember. Here’s to your greatness as well as your grace and dignity. Has it really been 16 seasons?

Chris Sale will try to become the season’s first five-game winner today as he takes the mound for the White Sox opposite R.A. Dickey and the Blue Jays. His quest for five wins is just one of many intriguing matchups on tap for a 15-game slate that includes starts by Clayton Kershaw, David Price and Max Scherzer.

The 2016 Esurance MLB All-Star Ballot has been released, and while the season is still young, it’s never too early to start evaluating candidates. Many have already begun to stand out, while others are sure to breakout and hit their stride in the coming months leading up to the July 12 Midsummer Classic at San Diego’s Petco Park.

In the White Sox 7-5 win over the Blue Jays, 37-year-old Jimmy Rollins collected three hits (two singles and a double) and stole third base. Rollins is the oldest White Sox shortstop to have at least three hits (with one going for extra bases) and a steal since 41-year-old Luke Appling did this in 1948.