ASG debate: Cozart, Hechavarria not to be short-changed

Troy Tulowitzki has been voted in as the National League’s starting shortstop for the All-Star Game each of the last two years and three of the last four. But Tulo might face some stiff competition on this year’s ballot, and two of the names in the early mix qualify as a surprise: Cincinnati’s Zack Cozart and Miami’s Adeiny Hechavarria.

Kinsler drives in only run with pink bat

Ian Kinsler was one of the Tigers who felt like they could’ve done more offensively against Chris Young and the Royals bullpen in Sunday night’s 2-1 loss at Comerica Park. But he was also one of the Tigers who did something using a pink bat, part of Major League Baseball’s annual Mother’s Day initiative to help raise money and awareness for breast cancer research.

Statcast shows holding Dyson was smart

Twitter users were once again pointing fingers at Royals third-base coach Mike Jirschele for not sending a runner from third in a tight game in the late innings. But it would appear there is scientific evidence to suggest that Jarrod Dyson would have been out at home — by a lot.

What to watch for in today’s games

Though today features just 10 games across the Majors, there will still be plenty of action worth keeping an eye on. The slate will be highlighted by two former Cy Young Award winners taking the mound, one of whom hopes to stay undefeated, while the other aims to notch his first victory.

Manfred sits down with MLB Network

Commissioner Rob Manfred conducted an hour-long interview with Bob Costas that aired on MLB Network Sunday night, covering a wide range of subjects including the possible reinstatement of Pete Rose, the pace of game initiative, the feasibility of having the designated hitter in the National League and returning the regular season to 154 games.