Short journey for new White Sox prospect Eloy Jimenez after crosstown trade  —  Eloy Jimenez singles in the second inning during a spring training game against the Indians at Sloan Park on Feb. 26, 2017.  —  Chicago Tribune  —  Eloy Jimenez didn't have to travel far for his first game in the White Sox organization.

Michael Pineda Has Torn UCL; Tommy John Surgery Recommended  —  Yankees GM Brian Cashman announced devastating injury news to reporters today, revealing that Michael Pineda has been diagnosed with a partially torn ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow (Twitter link via the YES Network's Jack Curry).

Red Sox cut losses, designate Sandoval for assignment  —  BOSTON (AP) — Panda-mania is over in Boston before it ever really began.  —  The Red Sox designated third baseman Pablo Sandoval for assignment on Friday, cutting their losses on the $95 million free agent who was never productive …

Brewers face Phillies with hope of building NL Central lead (Jul 14, 2017)  —  MILWAUKEE — After four days of relaxing during the All-Star break, the NL Central-leading Milwaukee Brewers return to action Friday night, looking to build on a 5 1/2-game lead over the Chicago Cubs when they take on the Philadelphia Phillies at Miller Park.

MLB: Toronot Blue Jays, Detroit Tigers aim to get into contention in second half  —  DETROIT — Two teams hoping against hope they can become contenders and avoid the dreaded selloff label — the Toronto Blue Jays and Detroit Tigers — begin the post-All-Star-break schedule Friday with a three-game series at Comerica Park.

Astros host Twins, set sail on second half (Jul 14, 2017)  —  HOUSTON — The Houston Astros had braced themselves for elevated expectations heading into this season following a series of savvy veteran acquisitions that positioned the club to take the significant leap from ordinary postseason contender …

Reds-Nationals at GABP to feature donkeys, REDzilla  —  The Cincinnati Reds resume play after the All-Star break on Friday night against the Washington Nationals, and the three-game series Friday, Saturday and Sunday will feature giveaways as well as unscheduled excitement, including REDzilla …

Alderson and Harvey futures just a few questions facing Mets  —  MORE FROM: … The Mets managed to totally screw up the first half.  Perhaps they can get some things right in the second half of this lost 2017 season and finally get some real answers.  —  Their biggest accomplishment …

Orioles' Chris Davis expects to return Friday vs. Cubs  —  Baltimore Orioles first baseman Chris Davis, who went on the DL for a right oblique strain on June 13, expects to return to the lineup against the Chicago Cubs on Friday night.  —  He played in two rehab games at Class A …

Aaron Judge defied NASA equations when he hit the roof of Marlins Park at Home Run Derby  —  One small step for Aaron Judge, one giant leap for Marlins Park.  —  When the Marlins were planning out their stadium they turned to experts who used NASA equations to determine how high to make the roof …

Tigers midseason grades: Brad Ausmus, Al Avila deserve blame too  —  All week, Free Press sports writer Anthony Fenech has been revealing his midseason grades for the Detroit Tigers.  Today's the final installment:  —  Manager Brad Ausmus: C -  —  There is only so much Ausmus can do with this team …

Henderson Alvarez To Sign With Long Island Ducks  —  Right-hander Henderson Alvarez has agreed to a deal with the Long Island Ducks of the independent Atlantic League, reports Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports (on Twitter).  The BHSC client will look to showcase his health on the indy circuit …

Joe Ross will go to disabled list; Nats to call up relievers Trevor Gott, Austin Adams  —  The Nationals will add two new relievers to their troubled bullpen Friday in Cincinnati, though not quite in the way some hoped.  Right-handers Trevor Gott and Austin Adams will be promoted to the big leagues Friday …

Nationals Release Francisco Rodriguez  —  The Nationals have released veteran closer Francisco Rodriguez, reports Jesse Sanchez of MLB.com (via Twitter).  The 35-year-old righty had inked a minor league pact with Washington following his release from the Tigers.