More than 30 people questioned after “execution-style killings” leaves 8 dead  —  PIKE COUNTY, OH (WCMH) — Eight people were found dead Friday at four crime scenes in rural Ohio, and at least most of them were shot to death, authorities said.  Officials say they are still actively looking …

Chris Colabello Receives 80-Game PED Suspension  —  Blue Jays first baseman/outfielder Chris Colabello has received an 80-game PED suspension, per a league announcement, which is the penalty for a first-time offender.  He tested positive for the banned substance dehydrochlormethyltestosterone.

After two minor-league rehabilitation starts, Gray is pain free  —  The Denver Post  —  Jon Gray (55) of the Colorado Rockies pitches against the Pittsburgh Pirates in the first inning during a National League game at Coors Field.  The Colorado Rockies hosted the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday, September 21, 2015.

Blue Jays, Michael Bourn Agree To Minor League Deal  —  The Blue Jays and free agent center fielder Michael Bourn have agreed to a minor league deal, reports Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports (on Twitter).  The 33-year-old Bourn was designated for assignment by the Braves late in Spring Training and subsequently released.

Rays calling up top prospect LHP Blake Snell to start Saturday  —  UPDATE, 5:33: Manager Kevin Cash said the plan is for Snell to make one start and then go back to Triple-A. Cash said he earned the call-up, and doesn't expect him to be rattled.  —  Also, Snell will wear No. 4, the first Rays pitcher in single digits.

Royals continue to defy projections  —  In other words, computers can do everything, right?  Well, except for one thing, that is: They just can't figure out the Kansas City Royals.  —  This is a story about computers and the world's most unprojectable baseball team.

Minor MLB Transactions: 4/22/16  —  Here are today's minor moves from around the league...  - The Giants have selected the contract of third baseman Conor Gillaspie from Triple-A Sacramento and optioned outfielder Mac Williamson to clear a spot on the 25-man roster, the club announced.

Why Reds' Robert Stephenson was sent to Triple-A Louisville  —  There was plenty of head scratching when Robert Stephenson was sent back to Triple-A after holding the Rockies to just three hits and a run over seven innings on Tuesday, even though the Reds were pretty upfront with everyone beforehand …

Allen: Despite loss, Tribe rally will pay off  —  CLEVELAND — An intentional walk was never part of the discussion.  When Indians pitching coach Mickey Callaway headed to the mound to chat with Cody Allen, it was simply to give the closer a few extra seconds to catch his breath before facing Robinson Cano.