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White Sox announce roster moves July 10, 2024

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CHICAGO – Following today’s doubleheader vs. Minnesota, the Chicago White Sox announced the following roster moves:

  • Returned to Class AAA Charlotte (1): LHP Jake Eder;
  • Returned from Rehabilitation Assignment at Class AAA Charlotte, Reinstated from 10-Day Injured List and Optioned to Charlotte (1): OF Dominic Fletcher. Eder did

Rangers Outfielder Adolis García Selected to Participate in 2024 T-Mobile Home Run Derby on July 15 at Globe Life Field

García joins Alex Rodriguez (2001-02) as only Rangers ever to compete in the event multiple times
5:22 PM EDT

Anaheim, Calif. — Major League Baseball today announced that Texas Rangers outfielder Adolis García has been selected to participate in the 2024 T-Mobile Home Run Derby on Monday, July 15 at Globe Life Field. For the fourth straight year and 14th time in the event's history, a Texas player will

Red Sox mourn the loss of Claudia Franc Williams

4:09 PM EDT

BOSTON, MA – With permission from the family, the Red Sox today announced that Claudia Franc Williams, daughter of Hall of Famer Ted Williams, passed away this past December 2023. Born on October 8, 1971, in Vermont, Claudia was the only remaining immediate family member of the late Red Sox

Dodgers recall Ricky Vanasco

3:54 PM EDT

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Dodgers recalled right-handed pitcher Ricky Vanasco and optioned right-handed pitcher Bobby Miller. Vanasco, 25, returns for his second stint with the Dodgers. He made his Major League debut on April 15 against the Nationals, tossing two scoreless innings and striking out one. He has

Upper Deck Golf coming to Coors Field

Fans can sign up now for early access to tee times for exclusive three-day event
1:16 PM EDT

DENVER – The Colorado Rockies and Upper Deck Golf announced today that tee times will be available for bookings to the public for the one-of-a-kind golf event inside the ballpark. The event, which will take place this Fall, gives fans an exclusive opportunity to play a round of golf inside

Six amateur players to attend the 2024 MLB Draft presented by Nike

Opening Night of the Draft on Sunday, July 14th to Feature Top 74 Selections Live From Cowtown Coliseum in Fort Worth, Texas; Brewers, D-backs, Twins Have MLB-High Four Picks on Day 1 of Draft; First Round to Air Live on ESPN and MLB Network with Simulcast on MLB.com; MLB Network and MLB.com to Carry Entire Opening Night of Draft
12:18 PM EDT

Six amateur players are among the guests scheduled to attend the opening night of Major League Baseball’s 2024 Draft presented by Nike on Sunday, July 14th at Cowtown Coliseum in Fort Worth, Texas. The opening night of the Draft will feature the first 74 picks before continuing on Monday with

Cardinals & Scott Credit Union announce ticket offer to support veterans

$10 Tickets Available for July 26-28 Series vs. Nationals; Portion of Proceeds to Benefit Veterans Community Project of St. Louis
12:16 PM EDT

ST. LOUIS, Mo., July 10, 2024 – The St. Louis Cardinals, Cardinals Care and Scott Credit Union are teaming up to support the Veterans Community Project of St. Louis with a special discount ticket offer for the Cardinals-Nationals Salute to Service July 26-28 weekend series at Busch Stadium. A portion

MLB Network to air extensive MLB All-Star coverage from Texas beginning this Friday, July 12

Three-time MLB All-Star Adam Wainwright joins analysts Yonder Alonso, Ryan Dempster, Mark DeRosa, Kevin Millar, Pedro Martinez, Jake Peavy, Albert Pujols, Harold Reynolds, Xavier Scruggs, Buck Showalter and Chris Young from Arlington
12:11 PM EDT

Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr. to contribute to HBCU Swingman Classic presented by T-Mobile & powered by the MLB-MLBPA Youth Development Foundation this Friday, July 12, at 8 p.m. ET on MLB Network 2024 College World Series-winning Tennessee head baseball coach Tony Vitello joins MLB Network’s MLB Draft coverage

White Sox announce one roster move

11:22 AM EDT

CHICAGO – Prior to today’s doubleheader vs. Minnesota, the Chicago White Sox announced the following roster move:

  • Appointed as 27th Player (1): LHP Jake Eder from Class AA Birmingham. Eder, 25, is 2-5 with a 5.09 ERA (42 ER/74.1 IP) and 86 strikeouts (10.4 per 9.0 IP) over 15

Tigers celebrate 22nd annual Negro Leagues Weekend, presented by Comerica Bank, July 12-14

10:11 AM EDT
  • First 15,000 fans in attendance on Saturday, July 13 for 28th annual Negro Leagues Tribute Game will receive a Retro Detroit Stars hat, presented by Comerica Bank
  • Former Tigers outfielder Austin Jackson to return to Detroit; will participate in fan Q&A on Comerica Park concourse and will receive

Tonight's White Sox-Twins game postponed due to rain

July 9, 2024

CHICAGO – Tonight’s game between the Chicago White Sox and Minnesota Twins has been postponed due to a forecast of rain throughout the evening. The game will be made up as part of a straight doubleheader tomorrow starting at 1:10 p.m. CT. The second game will begin approximately 30-45 minutes

Mets acquire RHP Phil Maton

July 9, 2024

FLUSHING, N.Y., July 9, 2024 – The New York Mets today announced that the team has acquired RHP Phil Maton from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for a player to be named later or cash considerations. Maton, 31, has appeared in 40 games with the Rays this season, going

Dodgers place Tyler Glasnow on injured list

July 9, 2024

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Dodgers recalled right-handed pitcher Michael Petersen from Triple-A and placed right-handed pitcher Tyler Glasnow on the injured list with lower back tightness, retroactive to July 6. Petersen, 31, returns for his second stint with the club after making six appearances, including his Major League

Cubs reinstate RHP Mark Leiter Jr. from injured list, option RHP Ethan Roberts to Triple-A Iowa

July 9, 2024

CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs today reinstated right-handed pitcher Mark Leiter, Jr. from the 15-day injured list (right forearm strain) and optioned right-handed pitcher Ethan Roberts to Triple-A Iowa. Leiter, Jr., 33, is 2-4 with a 5.34 ERA in 32 relief appearances with the Cubs this season. He was placed

A's place LHP Harris on paternity list; recall RHP Otañez from Las Vegas

July 9, 2024

OAKLAND, Calif. — The Oakland A’s placed left-handed pitcher Hogan Harris on the paternity list and recalled right-handed pitcher Michel Otañez from Triple-A Las Vegas, the club announced today. Harris was recalled from Las Vegas May 30 for his third stint with the A’s this year and is 1-3 with

Phillies announce roster moves

July 9, 2024

The Phillies announced the following roster moves:

  • Designated hitter Kyle Schwarber was reinstated from the 10-day injured list yesterday
  • Outfielder David Dahl was designated for assignment yesterday
  • First baseman Bryce Harper was reinstated from the 10-day injured list today
  • Infielder Kody Clemens was optioned to triple-A

Red Sox Announce Roster Moves

July 9, 2024

BOSTON, MA—The Boston Red Sox today announced the following roster moves:

  • Recalled infielder/outfielder Jamie Westbrook from Triple-A Worcester.
  • Selected right-handed pitcher Trey Wingenter to the active Major League roster. He will wear number 61.
  • Optioned infielder/outfielder Enmanuel Valdez to Worcester.
  • Designated right-handed pitcher Naoyuki Uwasawa for

Roster moves

July 9, 2024

The Pittsburgh Pirates today ended the rehab assignment of right-handed pitcher Quinn Priester and activated him from the 15-day injured list. Outfielder Edward Olivares has been optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis. Left-handed pitcher Justin Bruihl, who was designated for assignment on July 7, has cleared waivers and accepted an outright assignment

Dodgers and Jacoby & Meyers renew multi-year partnership agreement

July 9, 2024

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Dodgers have renewed their multi-year partnership with Jacoby & Meyers, the Official Law Firm of the Dodgers. As part of the renewal agreement, Jacoby & Meyers will continue to have significant in-stadium presence at Dodger Stadium and will sponsor several different activations throughout the

Red Sox players and partners launch 7th annual "Christmas in July" fundraiser

July 9, 2024

BOSTON, MA- The Red Sox today announced the 7th annual “Christmas in July” fundraiser is now live and will run through Wednesday, July 31. This year’s program is being organized by Red Sox players and their partners: pitcher Nick Pivetta and his wife Kristen, pitcher Chris Martin and his wife

This Week At The Yard: July 9-14

July 9, 2024

TUESDAY, JULY 9 VS. CHC | 6:35 p.m. | Gates: 5 p.m. | MASN 2 NATIONAL ANTHEM: Paul Vorhees VORHEES will perform his rendition of the national anthem from behind home plate prior to the game. FIRST PITCH: Marc Terrill TERRILL, the CEO of The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore,

D-backs roster moves

July 8, 2024

The Arizona Diamondbacks made the following roster moves. The D-backs’ 40-man roster is at 40. Selected RHP Yilber Diaz (No. 45) from Triple-A Reno MLB Bio B/T: R/R | 6-0, 190 │ Age: 23 (Aug. 19, 2000) in Guatire, Venezuela.

  • Will make his Major League debut.
  • This season

Red Sox option left-handed pitcher Cam Booser to Triple-A Worcester

July 8, 2024

BOSTON, MA—The Boston Red Sox today optioned left-handed pitcher Cam Booser to Triple-A Worcester. Booser, 32, has posted a 3.00 ERA (10 ER/30.0 IP) with 34 strikeouts in 27 games this season, allowing zero runs in his last nine outings. The left-hander has also pitched in six games with Worcester,

2024 Busch Stadium Homestand Highlights #7: Tuesday, July 9 – Sunday, July 14

July 8, 2024

ST. LOUIS, Mo., July 8, 2024 – Following this afternoon’s series finale in Washington D.C., the Cardinals return to Busch Stadium to open a six-game homestand starting with a two-game I-70 Interleague series against Kansas City Royals (July 9-10), followed by a four-game weekend series with the division rival Chicago

Colorado’s Brenton Doyle named National League Player of the Week presented by Chevrolet; Minnesota’s Jose Miranda named American League Player of the Week presented by Chevrolet

Los Angeles Angels Outfielder Kevin Pillar Claims Play of the Week with Home Run Robbery
July 8, 2024

Colorado Rockies outfielder Brenton Doyle has been selected the National League Player of the Week presented by Chevrolet, and Minnesota Twins third baseman Jose Miranda has been named the American League Player of the Week presented by Chevrolet. Doyle earned his first Player of the Week Award and is the