Theo Epstein on Cubs-White Sox trade: ‘Both teams demonstrated the priority is winning’  —  Photos of Jose Quintana, who was traded to the Cubs from the White Sox.  —  Chicago Tribune  —  The history of White Sox-Cubs trades is relatively brief, mostly because of the possibility one team …

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 …

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).

Zack Cozart open to extension with Reds, but time is running out  —  Before Tuesday's All-Star Game, Reds first baseman Joey Votto was asked about the future of fellow Reds All-Star Zack Cozart.  Votto couldn't help but quote the movie “Jerry Maguire.”  —  “Show me the money!”  Votto said, dramatically.

Top MLB DFS building blocks for Friday's slate  —  Our experts are here to provide the best hitters and pitchers for you to build your daily fantasy baseball lineups around on Friday.  —  Today's panel includes ESPN Fantasy's Eric Karabell, Tristan H. Cockcroft and Kyle Soppe.  —  Hitters to build around

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.

Cubs open 2nd half with Ben Zobrist at leadoff, Kyle Schwarber as DH  —  Photos of Cubs catcher and outfielder Kyle Schwarber.  —  Chicago Tribune  —  The Chicago Cubs will open the second half with Ben Zobrist at the leadoff spot and Kyle Schwarber handling the designated hitter duties Friday night at Baltimore.

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 …

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 …

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 …

TV: FOX Sports Florida TIME: Pregame coverage begins at 6:30 p.m.  —  CAN'T GET TO A TV?  WATCH IT LIVE ON FOX SPORTS GO  —  MIAMI — The Miami Marlins are coming off a good week.  —  The Los Angeles Dodgers, meanwhile, are having a great season.  —  On Friday, the Dodgers …