White Sox call up Tyler Danish, Juan Minaya, put Dylan Covey on DL  —  Chicago Tribune  —  The White Sox made three roster moves Friday before their doubleheader against the Tigers at Guaranteed Rate Field.  —  They called up right-handed pitcher Tyler Danish from Triple-A Charlotte …

Garcia gets a go at No. 2 in the order as Fowler returns to Coors  —  DENVER  • Long before “You Go, We Go” was a T-shirt and a mantra, Dexter Fowler was with the Rockies.  That is where he first took flight as a leadoff hitter.  —  Drafted by the Rockies in 2004, Fowler reached the majors in 2008 and was a regular by 2009.

Cleveland Indians to unveil baseball pioneer Frank Robinson statue Saturday  —  The Cleveland Indians will unveil the Frank Robinson statue in Heritage Park at Progressive Field on Saturday, commemorating his career as one of baseball's pioneers. … Robinson, now 81, became …

Donaldson, Tulowitzki activated, back in Blue Jays' lineup  —  TORONTO (AP) Blue Jays infielders Josh Donaldson and Troy Tulowitzki have been activated off the disabled list and are back in the starting lineup.  —  The Toronto stars were set to play Friday night against Texas.

Longtime Dodgers manager Tommy Lasorda has surgery to replace pacemaker  —  Former Los Angeles Dodgers manager Tommy Lasorda is “doing well” after undergoing surgery Thursday to have his pacemaker replaced, the team announced Friday on Twitter. … The team said last Saturday …

Boston Red Sox fan major league record-tying 20, sweep Texas Rangers  —  BOSTON — Drew Pomeranz tied a personal best, and his teammates in the bullpen kept it going as the Boston Red Sox pitchers matched a major league record.  —  Pomeranz struck out 11 in just six innings …

Royals at Indians: Live updates and analysis  —  The Kansas City Royals visit the Cleveland Indians at 6:10 p.m. Friday at Progressive Field.  Kansas City Star reporter Blair Kerkhoff and other Star reporters, photographers and editors will provide updates during the game.

Zack Cozart, Yonder Alonso, Eric Thames among USA TODAY biggest breakouts  —  Cincinnati Reds SS Zack Cozart on game-winning hit in comeback win vs. Cleveland The Enquirer  —  A list of nine MLB players enjoying breakout offensive seasons in 2017 by USA TODAY Sports' Ted Berg includes Reds …

Houston Astros hold home run clinic in 7-6 win over Detroit Tigers  —  HOUSTON — Houston Astros center fielder Jake Marisnick has carved out a niche as a late-inning defensive specialist able to influence games with his speed on the bases.  But with greater frequency this season, Marisnick has wielded a powerful bat.

NL East Notes: Pill, Ruiz, Marlins, Glover  —  The Mets are promoting Triple-A righty Tyler Pill to join their pitching staff, MLB.com's Anthony DiComo reports (Twitter link).  It's not clear exactly what role Pill will have with the club, though DiComo does note that Jacob deGrom is healthy …

Orioles Outright Luis Sardinas  —  The Orioles announced that shortstop Luis Sardinas, whom they just claimed off waivers earlier this week, has now cleared waivers and been assigned outright to Triple-A Norfolk.  By outrighting Sardinas, the O's have opened a spot on their 40-man roster …

Cincinnati Reds notes: Robert Stephenson in mix for spot start … CONNECT  —  PHILADELPHIA - If things go to plan with Amir Garrett's rehab for his hip injury, the Cincinnati Reds should only need to fill his spot once during his absence.  Either Monday or Tuesday against the Toronto Blue Jays …

Athletics scratch Graveman from start at Yankee Stadium  —  NEW YORK (AP) The Oakland Athletics have scratched right-hander Kendall Graveman from his start at Yankee Stadium.  —  The Athletics didn't announce why Graveman wouldn't pitch Friday night in the series opener at New York.

Phillies-Reds 5 things: Aaron Nola looks to build on extremely impressive return from DL  —  7:05 p.m. on CSN; streaming live on CSNPhilly.com and the NBC Sports App  —  Following their first win in a week, the Phillies open a new series this weekend against a beatable team in the Cincinnati Reds …

Dodgers Claim Mike Freeman, Chris Heston  —  The Dodgers have claimed two players off waivers from the Mariners, the teams announced today.  Infielder Mike Freeman and righty Chris Heston are now headed to the Los Angeles organization.  —  Both players have been optioned to Triple …

How Knights pitcher built upon raw talent to become ‘really interesting’ prospect  —  In the Dominican Republic, where baseball represents a way of life and an escape from the poverty-stricken country, young players seek to impress American scouts with an aggressive playing style that distinguishes them from the rest.

Red Sox Shut Down Brock Holt From Baseball Activity  —  The Red Sox have halted rehab work for utilityman Brock Holt, as Pete Abraham of the Boston Globe was among those to report on Twitter.  Holt was advised “to shut down from playing for the foreseeaable future” by a head trauma specialist, per the report.

Ben Zobrist remains at leadoff spot for Cubs' series opener at Dodgers  —  Chicago Tribune  —  The Cubs' lineup will have a somewhat familiar look Friday night when they face the Dodgers at Dodger Stadium.  —  Ben Zobrist will remain in the leadoff spot, but Kris Bryant and Anthony Rizzo …