Tigers (one hit) unable to back up Michael Fulmer's solid night in 1-0 loss to Astros  —  HOUSTON - They landed in Texas around 4 a.m. this morning, a bumpy flight in the books, and arrived in their hotel rooms around 5 a.m., one heck of a tired bunch following a Sunday night loss to the Rangers.

Royals tagged by three homers, Yankees win 4-2  —  NEW YORK — Didi Gregorius, Brett Gardner and Chris Carter homered, and the New York Yankees once again downed Jason Vargas by beating the Kansas City Royals 4-2 Monday night.  —  A reversed umpire's call in the seventh inning kept …

Angels Option C.J. Cron To Triple-A  —  The Angels announced on Monday that they've optioned first baseman/designated hitter C.J. Cron to Triple-A Salt Lake and recalled infielder Nolan Fontana in his place.  —  Entering the season, Cron was a popular trade candidate once the Angels signed Luis Valbuena …

Terry Collins, Mets need to find way to relieve strain on bullpen  —  Only three major-league relievers appeared in 80 or more games last season.  —  The Mets, with their season approximately one-fourth complete, have five relievers on pace to appear in 80 or more games …

Mariners' Bergman to start opener at Nationals  —  WASHINGTON — It is amazing what leaving Denver can do for pitchers and their confidence, not to mention their ERAs.  —  That appears to be the case for Christian Bergman, who is slated to start on the mound for the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday …

Minor MLB Transactions: 5/22/17  —  Here are Monday's minor moves from around the league...  - Paul Hoynes of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports that right-hander Carlos Frias has accepted an outright assignment to Triple-A Columbus after clearing waivers (Twitter link).

Lamb honored  —  Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Jake Lamb has been named the National League Player of the Week for the period ending May 21st.  —  Lamb batted .412 (7-for-17) with seven runs scored, a double, four home runs and 10 RBI over five games to claim his second career NL Player …

Mariners make roster moves to clear spot for return of Cano  —  SEATTLE (AP) The Seattle Mariners have recalled catcher Mike Zunino and pitcher Emilio Pagan from Triple-A Tacoma and optioned three players to help clear a spot for the expected return of second baseman Robinson Cano.

Injured pitcher Carlos Rodon hopes White Sox will ‘lift the leash off’ soon  —  Photos of White Sox pitcher Carlos Rodon.  —  Chicago Tribune  —  Carlos Rodon can present a fairly reserved demeanor, but the left-hander visibly was thrilled to be back around the White Sox on Monday afternoon …

James Loney granted release from Braves' Triple-A Gwinnett  —  ATLANTA — First baseman James Loney has requested and received his release from the Braves' Triple-A Gwinnett team.  —  The 33-year-old Loney signed a minor league deal with the team on Thursday after the Braves learned …

All Rise!  The Judge's Chambers, in session at Yankee Stadium  —  NEW YORK (AP) The verdict is in: Rookie slugger Aaron Judge is getting his own rooting section at Yankee Stadium.  —  Now in session, The Judge's Chambers.  —  Framed by faux wood paneling, covering three rows and fashioned …

Cubs, John Lackey trail Giants 4-0 in 4th  —  Chicago Tribune  —  The momentum following Sunday's 13-6 victory immediately stopped for the Cubs, who trail the Giants 4-0 entering the bottom of the fourth inning Monday night at Wrigley Field.  John Lackey has been peppered for five hits through the first four innings.

Cubs outfield prospect Mark Zagunis regains hitting stroke at Triple-A Iowa  —  Cubs manager Joe Maddon compares outfielder Mark Zagunis to former major-leaguer Kevin Millar.  —  Chicago Tribune  —  After being optioned to Triple-A Iowa last March, Cubs outfielder Mark Zagunis was described …

Phillies drop Michael Saunders in order, hoping to get him going  —  Phillies manager Pete Mackanin is doing everything in his power, trying to get slumping rightfielder Michael Saunders going.  —  An all-star last year with the Toronto Blue Jays who tailed off precipitously in the second half …

Fantasy 30: Eric Thames, Aaron Nola, Ian Kinsler and more  —  Even when you're a fan of one specific major league baseball team, it can be difficult to keep track of all the news that surrounds your favorite club on a daily basis.  However, when you're a fantasy baseball owner …