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The Houston Astros have doubled down on the cross-up excuse amid the Framber Valdez-César Salazar controversy, and no one is buying it. … [Read more...] about Astros’ damage control for Framber Valdez incident is becoming pretty sad

Philadelphia Phillies star shortstop Trea Turner is out with a strained right hamstring. This injury could keep him sidelined until the postseason. Manager Rob Thomson said Monday the MRI results were “better than expected.” Turner left Sunday’s game against the Miami Marlins in the seventh inning because of the injury. Turner leads the National League in batting average and … [Read more...] about Phillies star Trea Turner is sidelined with a hamstring strain, could return in time for postseason

Aroldis Chapman has a reputation as a power pitcher, built through 16 years of routinely popping 100 mph on the radar gun. As Boston Red Sox closer has gotten older, the 37-year-old added craftiness to the power, baffling hitters by locating sliders and splitters that leave them flailing. The combination led to a rare four-strikeout game against the Arizona Diamondbacks and one … [Read more...] about Precision and power: Boston’s Aroldis Chapman still dominating at 37

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The Angels announced that they have claimed infielder Logan Davidson off waivers from the Astros. The latter club designated him for assignment earlier this week. In a corresponding 40-man move, the Angels have transferred right-hander Víctor Mederos to the 60-day injured list. Davidson, 27, was a first-round pick of the Athletics back in 2019. He was initially one of that … [Read more...] about Angels Claim Logan Davidson