'Hey, can I play with you guys?' Royals' Salvador Perez joins kids for a Wiffle ball game
Royals catcher Salvador Perez spent part of his day off playing an impromptu game of Wiffle ball with a bunch of kids in Kansas City, Kansas.
Yankees slugger Juan Soto hits 3 homers in a game for the 1st time
Juan Soto has hit three home runs in a game for the first time in his career, connecting in three consecutive at-bats for the New York Yankees against the Chicago White Sox.
Feeling good about move back to outfield, Betts homers for Dodgers in return from injured list
Mookie Betts is returning to right field and adjusting to a new spot in the lineup after missing nearly two months with a broken left hand.
White Sox fire manager Pedro Grifol after end of 21-game losing streak that tied AL record
The Chicago White Sox have fired manager Pedro Grifol, two days after the team ended a 21-game losing streak that tied the American League record.
Dodgers add starter Jack Flaherty, Padres get closer Tanner Scott at busy trade deadline
The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired starting pitcher Jack Flaherty, San Diego added All-Star closer Tanner Scott, and Arizona, Baltimore and Pittsburgh made significant deals for the stretch run ahead of Tuesdayโs trade deadline.
WNBA All-Star Game has record 3.44 million viewers, the league's 3rd most watched event ever
The WNBA All-Star Game drew a record number of viewers with 3.44 million people watching the contest in Phoenix on Saturday night.
WNBA players step up their clothes game, garnering attention for their pregame fashion choices
WNBA players have amped up their clothes game, garnering attention off the court for their pregame fashion choices.
Sons of former big-league stars Ortiz, Ramirez and Grudzielanek among MLB draft picks in late rounds
Major League Baseballโs three-day amateur draft concluded on Tuesday, with the 30 teams blazing through 300 picks in less than 3 1/2 hours.
WNBA heads to Olympic break with big All-Star weekend, showdown between US team and league standouts
The WNBA heads into its monthlong Olympic break following this weekendโs highly anticipated list of All-Star festivities.
Phillies get MLB-leading 8th All-Star with Sรกnchez replacing Atlanta's Chris Sale
Philadelphia Phillies left-hander Cristopher Sรกnchez is set for his first All-Star Game appearance as the replacement for Chris Sale.
Rookie All-Star Paul Skenes pitches 7 no-hit innings in Milwaukee, but Holderman gives up hit in 8th
Pittsburgh Pirates rookie right-hander Paul Skenes allowed no hits through seven innings against the Milwaukee Brewers but left-hander Colin Holderman started the eighth and gave up a single to the first batter, Jake Bauers.
Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese headline WNBA All-Star team that will face US Olympic squad
Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese will team up on the WNBA All-Star team to play against the U.S. Olympic team led by Aโja Wilson and Breanna Stewart.
Celtics star Jayson Tatum reflects on Father's Day on how being a dad changed his life and career
Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum spent part of his Fatherโs Day thinking about how his son made him a better person โ and probably a better basketball player, too.
Astros release Josรฉ Abreu with $30.8 million remaining on his contract
The Houston Astros have released Josรฉ Abreu, cutting ties with the former AL MVP less than halfway through a three-year, $58.5 million contract.
Jorge Lรณpez cut by Mets, a day after the reliever threw his glove into the stands following ejection
Jorge Lรณpez has been cut by the struggling New York Mets, a day after the reliever threw his glove into the stands following his ejection at Citi Field.
Jayson Tatum's 33 points help Celtics down short-handed Cavaliers 109-102 to take 3-1 lead in semis
Jayson Tatum scored 33 points with LeBron James watching from a courtside seat and the Boston Celtics beat the severely short-handed Cleveland Cavaliers 109-102 in Game 4 to take a commanding 3-1 lead in their East semifinal series.
Cavaliers star guard Donovan Mitchell misses Game 4 against the Celtics with a strained left calf
Cavaliers star guard Donovan Mitchell missed Game 4 against the Boston Celtics on Monday with a left calf injury, a devastating loss that will make it even tougher for Cleveland to get back in the series.
Contreras' injury highlights the danger of big league catchers moving closer to home plate
When Willson Contreras was struck on his left arm by a swing, it was felt by former and current catchers all over the major leagues.
Kawhi Leonard is ruled out with knee issue as Clippers face Mavs in Game 4
Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard has been ruled out of Sundayโs Game 4 of a first-round series against the Dallas Mavericks because of right knee inflammation.
As Mets retire his No. 16, Dwight Gooden tells fans he wanted to `make things right with you guys'
Honored by the New York Mets with the retirement of his No. 16 on Sunday, Dwight Gooden recounted how his career in Queens was cut short by drugs and alcohol, forcing him to sign across town ahead of the 1996 seasons.
Red Sox SS Trevor Story leaves game after injuring shoulder on diving stop of Mike Trout's hit
Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story exited Bostonโs game against the Angels in the fourth inning after injuring his left shoulder on a backhand dive to stop a hit by Mike Trout.
Will Smith, Dodgers reach $140 million, 10-year deal. LA has spent $1.4 billion on 5 key players
Catcher Will Smith and the Los Angeles Dodgers agreed to a $140 million, 10-year contract, raising the teamโs spending to nearly $1.4 billion for five key players since December.
Opening day 2024: What to watch for on the first full day of the MLB season
After the Dodgers and Padres soft-launched the 2024 MLB season with a two-game series in South Korea last week, the rest of the league was scheduled to start play Thursday.
Darryl Strawberry resting comfortably after heart attack, according to New York Mets
Former New York Mets and Yankees star Darryl Strawberry is recovering from a heart attack and is at SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital.
Mets closer Edwin Dรญaz is set for spring debut after freak WBC injury a year ago
New York Mets closer Edwin Dรญaz is set to appear in a game for the first time since tearing a patellar tendon during the 2023 World Baseball Classic.
Raptors star Scottie Barnes out indefinitely with broken middle finger on left hand
Toronto Raptors star Scottie Barnes will be sidelined indefinitely after he broke the middle finger on his left hand during the first half of Friday nightโs loss to Golden State.
Edwards scores 34 as Wolves beat Spurs 114-105 without Towns
Anthony Edwards scored 34 points, returning from an injury scare right before halftime, and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the San Antonio Spurs 114-105 without All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns.
Hawks lose All-Star point guard Trae Young for at least 4 weeks with a torn ligament in left pinkie
The Atlanta Hawks have lost All-Star point guard Trae Young for at least four weeks with a torn ligament in his left pinkie finger.
Keller getting biggest contract for Pirates pitcher while Mets shut down Senga, their All-Star RHP
One National League All-Star right-hander is getting the largest contract ever for a Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher.
Mac McClung earns perfect score to take 2nd straight NBA Slam Dunk Contest title over Jaylen Brown
Mac McClung has won his second straight NBA Slam Dunk Contest by grabbing the ball out of Shaquille OโNealโs hands and leaping over him to draw five perfect scores on his final attempt.
Slugging free agent Jorge Soler agrees to $42M, three-year deal with Giants, AP source says
A person with direct knowledge of the negotiations tells The Associated Press that free agent outfielder and designated hitter Jorge Soler has agreed to a $42 million, three-year contract with the San Francisco Giants.
Spring training preview: The Dodgers won the offseason. Will it buy them a championship?
Money can buy lots of things, including Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, a pair of Japanese superstars that set the Los Angeles Dodgers back more than $1 billion.
Liberty bringing back core of last season's WNBA Finals run. Diggins-Smith signs with Storm
The New York Liberty are bringing their core group back and trying to add another piece with prized free agent Nneka Ogwumike, while Seattle signed Skylar Diggins-Smith as WNBA free agency tipped off.
Ex-NBA star Rajon Rondo arrested in Indiana on misdemeanor gun, drug charges, police say
Indiana State Police arrested two-time NBA champion Rajon Rondo on Sunday in southern Indiana on misdemeanor gun and drug charges.
Adrian Beltrรฉ, Todd Helton and Joe Mauer elected to baseball's Hall of Fame
Adriรกn Beltrรฉ, Todd Helton and Joe Mauer have been elected to baseballโs Hall of Fame while Billy Wagner and Gary Sheffield fell short.
Adriรกn Beltrรฉ, Joe Mauer and Todd Helton on track for Hall of Fame election; Billy Wagner close
Adriรกn Beltrรฉ, Joe Mauer and Todd Helton appeared on track to gain election to Cooperstown on Tuesday, while Billy Wagner was likely to be right around the needed 75% threshold and Gary Sheffield was projected to fall short.
Wemby finishes 8th in first returns of NBA All-Star voting
Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama, got the eighth-most votes in the list of Western Conference front-court players from the first fan vote for the 2024 NBA All-Star Game.
Golden State's Draymond Green ejected again after hitting Jusuf Nurkic in face
Golden State bad boy Draymond Green was ejected once again on Tuesday night after hitting Jusuf Nurkic in the face while the two were battling for position in the third quarter during a game against the Phoenix Suns.
Several surprises play their way into early season MVP discussion with the usual suspects
There are a few surprises who have played their way into the early season MVP conversations, joining the list usual list of NBA stars that includes Nikola Jokic and Joel Embiid.
Chris Paul ejected in return to Phoenix, adds to long-running feud with referee Scott Foster
Chris Paulโs return to Phoenix ended in the second quarter on Wednesday night after the 12-time All-Star was ejected by his old nemesis: referee Scott Foster.
Adriรกn Beltrรฉ, Joe Mauer and Chase Utley among 12 newcomers on BBWAA Hall of Fame ballot
Adriรกn Beltrรฉ, Joe Mauer, Chase Utley, David Wright, Josรฉ Bautista and Matt Holliday are among 12 new candidates on the Baseball Hall of Fame ballot released Monday.
Phoenix Suns' All-Star guard Bradley Beal out at least 3 more weeks with back injury
Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal will be out for at least the next three weeks as he continues to recover from a low back strain that has kept him out for the majority of the season.
Atlanta's Ronald Acuรฑa Jr. unanimous NL Most Valuable Player after 41-homer, 73-steal season
Ronald Acuรฑa Jr. was a unanimous winner of his first National League Most Valuable Player award after becoming the first big leaguer with 40 homers and 70 stolen bases in a season.
Facing elimination in World Series, D-backs need All-Star performance from Zac Gallen in Game 5
Zac Gallen hasnโt been the ace pitcher the Arizona Diamondbacks hoped for this postseason.
World Series: Max Scherzer the most accomplished player to have spent time with D-backs and Rangers
The most accomplished player to have spent time with both the Arizona Diamondbacks and Texas Rangers is Max Scherzer.
Altuve and Javier lead Astros to 8-5 win at Rangers as Houston closes to 2-1 in ALCS
Jose Altuve homered, Cristian Javier worked into the sixth inning of another solid postseason start and the Houston Astros beat the Texas Rangers 8-5, closing to 2-1 in the AL Championship Series.
NBA division preview: Southwest champ Grizzlies start without Morant, Spursโ Wembanyama set for debut
The Memphis Grizzlies wonโt have suspended star Ja Morant for 25 games at the start of their pursuit of a third consecutive Southwest Division title.
Derrick Rose, Marcus Smart want to win, not babysit Grizzlies' All-Star Ja Morant
Former NBA MVP Derrick Rose and 2022 NBA Defensive Player of the Year Marcus Smart made clear Monday theyโre no babysitters for new teammate Ja Morant.
Damian Lillard is being traded from the Trail Blazers to the Bucks, AP source says, ending long saga
Damian Lillard is being traded by Portland to play alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo in Milwaukee, according to a person with knowledge of the agreement.
Ben Simmons heads into training camp healthy. He might be the Nets' point guard if he stays that way
Ben Simmons is set to begin training camp next week with no restrictions after two injury-shortened seasons in Brooklyn.
Shohei Ohtani headlines majors' soon-to-be free agents, and there's a sizable gap to the next name
There is Shohei Ohtani, and then there is the rest of baseballโs soon-to-be free agents.
Breanna Stewart sets WNBA record with 3rd 40-point game this season, Liberty beats Fever 100-89
Breanna Stewart scored 30 of her 42 points in the first half to help the New York Liberty beat the Indiana Fever 100-89 and set a franchise record for wins in a season.
Rangers acquire Scherzer from Mets in blockbuster move by surprise AL West leaders
The Texas Rangers have acquired three-time Cy Young Award winner Max Scherzer in a blockbuster trade with the New York Mets, an all-in move for the surprise AL West leaders.
Phoenix to host 2024 WNBA All-Star Game, with US Olympians vs select team format expected
The 2024 WNBA All-Star Game is headed to Phoenix, setting up as a home game for Brittney Griner and Diana Taurasi and a sendoff to the U.S. Olympic women's basketball team.
Mike Trout has a broken left wrist. It's not known if the Angels star needs surgery
All-Star outfielder Mike Trout of the Los Angeles Angels has a broken left wrist and has been placed on the 10-day injured list.
Alyssa Thomas, DeWanna Bonner and Elena Delle Donne headline WNBA All-Star reserves
WNBA career triple-double leader Alyssa Thomas of Connecticut was selected an All-Star reserve by the leagueโs coaches.
Bradley Beal enters his 30s with the Suns, says he's ready to 'chase this ring'
Bradley Beal was drafted on his 19th birthday and spent his entire 20s with the Washington Wizards, where he scored a lot of points, enjoyed a little team success, but also suffered through plenty of painful losses.
Chris Paul traded to Warriors, Jordan Poole sent to Wizards, source tells AP
Chris Paulโs pursuit of an NBA championship is taking him to the Golden State Warriors, after they agreed to the framework of a trade on Thursday that will send Jordan Poole to the Washington Wizards, according to a person with knowledge of the matter.
McCutchen collects 2,000th hit, Pirates ride Keller to 2-1 victory over struggling Mets
Andrew McCutchen collected his 2,000th career hit, Jack Suwinski hit his 12th home run and the Pittsburgh Pirates edged the New York Mets 2-1.
Larson dominates for third NASCAR All-Star race win, takes home $1 million
Kyle Larson turned in a dominating effort to win his third All-Star race and earn $1 million in the Cup Seriesโ return to North Wilkesboro Speedway following a 27-year absence.
Yankees put Aaron Judge on injured list with hurt hip
Yankees captain Aaron Judge is going on the injured list because of a strained right hip, joining Giancarlo Stanton, Harrison Bader and third baseman Josh Donaldson on the sidelines.
Booker scores 38 points, Suns beat Clippers to even series
Devin Booker scored 38 points, Kevin Durant had 25 and the Phoenix Suns beat the Los Angeles Clippers 123-109 on Tuesday night in Game 2 to tie the Western Conference first-round series.
Booker leads Suns over Timberwolves in Durant's home debut
Devin Booker scored 29 points, Kevin Durant had 16 points and eight rebounds in his home debut and the Phoenix Suns won their third straight game, beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 107-100.
Astrosโ Jose Altuve has broken right thumb, needs surgery after injury at World Baseball Classic
Houston Astros star Jose Altuve has a broken right thumb and needs surgery after getting hurt in Venezuelaโs 9-7 quarterfinal loss to the United States at the World Baseball Classic.
Embiid scores 36, gets late call reversed in win over Cavs
Joel Embiid had 36 points and 18 rebounds and played the final 4:12 after initially being called for his sixth foul, leading the Philadelphia 76ers to their sixth straight victory, 118-109 over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night.
Williams lifts Thunder past Spurs and into Westโs 10th seed
Jalen Williams scored 21 points and Oklahoma City used a balanced effort on offense without Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to beat the San Antonio Spurs 102-90 as they compete for a berth in the Western Conference play-in tournament.
Doncic scores 42, Irving 40 as Mavs outlast 76ers 133-126
Luka Doncic scored 42 points, Kyrie Irving added 40 and the new All-Star pairing sparkled throughout the Dallas Mavericksโ 133-126 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers.
In NBA All-Star spotlight, Utah looks to change perceptions
Salt Lake Cityโs hosting of this weekendโs NBA All-Star game for the first time in three decades is giving Utah another opportunity to try to change long-held notions that the state is odd or peculiar.