Clayton Kershaw not an All-Star?  Let's fix this, America!  —  I'm not sure I want to live on a planet where Clayton Kershaw is not an All-Star.  —  For a change, the fans must correct an oversight by the players and National League manager Bruce Bochy, instead of the other way around.

Robinson Cano's trying year: Lingering illness, grandfather's death test him  —  OAKLAND - Robinson Cano hasn't made any plans for the midseason break.  Normally they would be made for him, as he has earned invites to the All-Star Game each of the last five seasons.

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Josh Harrison Out Indefinitely With Thumb Injury  —  2:51pm: Harrison says he'll receive a second opinion once the swelling in his hand goes down, but for the time being, there's no specific diagnosis or timeline on his recovery, per MLB.com's Adam Berry (on Twitter).

Collins says Mets pitchers ‘need to get over’ frustration with 6-man rotation  —  FOX Sports  —  The New York Mets pitching rotation has made it clear it's not a fan of the six-man rotation that's been implemented this season, but manager Terry Collins doesn't seem to care.

Royals Designate Jason Frasor For Assignment  —  The Royals announced today that they have designated right-hander Jason Frasor for assignment in order to clear space on the roster for outfielder Paulo Orlando.  —  The move will likely come as a surprise to many Royals fans …

Braves trade for promising Astros Triple-A lefty Lambson  —  STORY HIGHLIGHTS  —  #Braves trade for promising #Astros Triple-A lefty Mitch #Lambson  —  Lambson, who'll be 25 in two weeks, has a 2.60 ERA in 24 appearances this season in Double-A and Triple-A

Yankees to get Jacoby Ellsbury back on Wednesday  —  Yankees center fielder and leadoff hitter Jacoby Ellsbury will be activated from the disabled list on Wednesday, according to Brian Cashman.  —  “We scratched him because the fields were wet,” the GM said of the playing surface Monday in Tampa …

Skole and Ynoa Win Weekly Awards  —  PORTLAND, ME - The Eastern League is pleased to announce the winners of the Eastern League Player of the Week Award and Eastern League Pitcher of the Week Award for the period of June 29th through July 5th.  —  Harrisburg Senators third baseman …

UM lands another Irvin; Wade on his place in Heat history and more; Rob Konrad, six months after his miraculous swim to safety; Marlins issues; UM; Local standout sues NFLPA  —  3 p.m.: Following in the footsteps of his legendary father, receiver Michael Irvin Jr. orally committed to the University …

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Drew Hutchison's split pitching personality hasn't dimmed his or team's confidence  —  DETROIT - The Blue Jays keep saying Drew Hutchison will get better.  He is only 24.  In specific games, and in certain intervals, he has outperformed his youth and inexperience.

White Sox, Cubs to honor Minoso, Banks in Crosstown series  —  The White Sox will honor Minnie Minoso by wearing 1959 throwback jerseys when they play the Cubs Sunday at Wrigley Field, and again when the teams meet again Aug. 14 at U.S. Cellular Field.  The Cubs will wear 1958 jerseys as part …