Curt Schilling defends his anti-transgender Facebook post: 'I didn't post that ugly looking picture' … Curt Schilling found himself at the center of yet another controversy Tuesday, and yet, he didn't stop talking.  —  Schilling published a blog post, calling the latest outrage “hilarious.”

Diamondbacks hoping Shelby Miller has fixed mechanics … SAN FRANCISCO - The Diamondbacks were encouraged by the way Shelby Miller threw the ball on Saturday in San Diego.  They just want to make sure he doesn't hurt himself again while doing it.  —  On two separate pitches in the second inning …

Despite setback, Cubs confident they can play better than their 11-4 mark  —  Photos from the game at Busch Stadium.  —  Chicago Tribune  —  Though the Cubs missed an opportunity Wednesday to further establish their newfound success against the Cardinals, it did little to dampen …

Arrieta in the Ninth  —  Jake Arrieta takes a no-hitter and a 16-0 Cubs lead over the Reds into the ninth inning.  The Reds are scheduled to send up Scott Schebler, the pitcher's slot, and Zack Cozart.  —  Arrieta threw a no-hitter last year on Aug. 30th at the Dodgers.

No Relief for Yankees as Back-to-Back Homers Sting Chasen Shreve  —  Chasen Shreve had been almost flawless in his first six relief appearances for the Yankees, allowing only three hits and no runs while providing a formidable bridge to Dellin Betances and Andrew Miller in the eighth and ninth innings.

Cubs' Jason Hammel harnesses Cardinals' offense  —  Cubs starting pitcher Jason Hammel reacts to his hitting and pitching in the 2-1 win over the Cardinals.  —  Chicago Tribune  —  Jason Hammel thought he didn't pitch as well Tuesday night as his line indicated.

AL East Notes: Donaldson, Smith, Machado, Orioles  —  Josh Donaldson's incredible 2015 season earned him American League MVP honors and made him a household name, but ESPN's Jerry Crasnick profiles the Blue Jays third baseman and the level of preparation that made it possible for him to reach those heights.

Rehab stint goes well for Reds' Homer Bailey  —  LOUISVILLE — Homer Bailey has said it's been easy to be patient with his return from Tommy John surgery, because he knows he's not quite ready to go out and pitch in the big leagues, but he is following a well-worn path in return from the surgery.

Manfred: Players make own unwritten rules on exuberance  —  NEW YORK (AP) Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred says players make their own unwritten rules on what emotion is acceptable to show on the field.  —  Hall of Famer Goose Gossage, a New York Yankees spring training instructor …

Rays Upend Red Sox; Diamondbacks Sweep Giants  —  Evan Longoria and Curt Casali homered off David Price, and the Tampa Bay Rays chased Price, an ex-teammate, in the fourth inning to beat the Red Sox, 12-8, on Thursday in Boston.  —  The Rays gave up five runs in the first inning but scored six in the fourth to take a three-run lead.

Graham Elementary to reopen Friday after bat infestation  —  TALLADEGA, Ala. (WIAT) — UPDATE: Graham Elementary School will reopen Friday after a foul smell that came from a bat infestation.  —  According to the superintendent for Talladega City Schools, health officials have tested and monitored the air …

In Extras for the First Time This Season, the Mets' Bullpen Falters  —  It took 14 games for the Mets to encounter extra innings this season and when they did, on Wednesday night, the result was not a happy one.  They lost, 5-4, in Philadelphia, with reliever Hansel Robles surrendering …