Top News:
Steve Adams / MLB Trade Rumors:
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).
Discussion:
MLB on Yahoo! Sports, Pinstripe Alley, DRaysBay, FanRag Sports, FanSided and Call to the Pen
RELATED:
ESPN:
Michael Pineda to get 2nd opinion on Tommy John surgery recommendation — The New York Yankees on Friday said Michael Pineda needs Tommy John surgery for a torn ulnar collateral ligament, but the pitcher will get a second opinion before opting to have the season-ending procedure.
Discussion:
The Comeback and MLB Trade Rumors
Colleen Kane / Chicago Tribune:
White Sox prospect Zack Burdi suffers UCL tear; likely to undergo Tommy John surgery
Dan Martin / New York Post:
Michael Pineda's Yankees career likely over with torn elbow
Michael Pineda's Yankees career likely over with torn elbow
Discussion:
BBTF's Baseball Primer …
Fox Sports:
Quintana happy to join Cubs' playoff push after trade — BALTIMORE (AP) Jose Quintana didn't have to travel far when he was traded from the Chicago White Sox to the Cubs. — However, he understands the expectations are worlds apart. — Entering Friday, the Cubs (43-45) …
RELATED:
Colleen Kane / Chicago Tribune:
Short journey for new White Sox prospect Eloy Jimenez after crosstown trade
Mark Gonzales / Chicago Tribune:
Cubs open 2nd half with Ben Zobrist at leadoff, Kyle Schwarber as DH
Cubs open 2nd half with Ben Zobrist at leadoff, Kyle Schwarber as DH
Discussion:
Chicago Tribune
Paul Sullivan / Chicago Tribune:
Theo Epstein on Cubs-White Sox trade: ‘Both teams demonstrated the priority is winning’
Theo Epstein on Cubs-White Sox trade: ‘Both teams demonstrated the priority is winning’
Discussion:
Chicago Tribune
Cincinnati.com:
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.
Discussion:
Red Reporter
RELATED:
Zach Buchanan / Cincinnati.com:
Mesoraco on shoulder injury: “This is nothing” — With the all-star break in the rearview mirror, it's time for second half of the MLB season to get underway. Here are the story lines that will shape the rest of the season. USA TODAY Sports — CONNECT
Alec McChesney / Kansas City Star:
Entering second half, Moustakas believes Royals belong in the postseason — On Friday night, the Kansas City Royals (44-43) returned from the All-Star break to host the Texas Rangers (43-45), and after a slow start, Kansas City has turned its season around, sitting just three games …
RELATED:
Sam Henken / ESPN:
Rumor Central: Royals interested in rental pitcher, possibly Jaime Garcia — After a slow start, the Kansas City Royals have put themselves right back in the middle of the American League playoff picture. With the trade deadline approaching, the Royals have a target in mind for the stretch run.
Discussion:
MLB Daily Dish and FanRag Sports
Kansas City Star:
Rangers at Royals: Live updates and analysis — The Kansas City Royals host the Texas Rangers at 7:15 p.m. Friday at Kauffman Stadium. Star reporter Rustin Dodd will provide updates during the game along with other reporters, photogrpahers and editors. — Never miss a local story.
Associated Press:
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 …
RELATED:
Steve Adams / MLB Trade Rumors:
Red Sox Designate Pablo Sandoval For Assignment
Red Sox Designate Pablo Sandoval For Assignment
Discussion:
Over the Monster, MLB Daily Dish, Talking Chop, McCovey Chronicles and Lone Star Ball
Sterling Pingree / The Drive:
Boston Red Sox second half wish list
Boston Red Sox second half wish list
Discussion:
MLB on Yahoo! Sports, Surviving Grady, Lone Star Ball and Over the Monster
Daniel Popper / New York Daily News:
Sandy Alderson doesn't see Mets calling up Tim Tebow this season — It's not Tim Tebow's time. — When asked Friday if there's any chance the Mets promote Tebow to the majors in September when rosters expand, Alderson said the idea “never crossed my mind until about 10 days ago when somebody said it was likely to happen.”
RELATED:
Kevin Kernan / New York Post:
Alderson and Harvey futures just a few questions facing Mets
Alderson and Harvey futures just a few questions facing Mets
Discussion:
Amazin' Avenue and Purple Row
George Sipple / Detroit Free Press:
Detroit Tigers' Michael Fulmer not worried about trade rumors — Right-handed pitcher Michael Fulmer is not concerned about being traded by the Detroit Tigers. — It seems preposterous that the Tigers would consider dealing Fulmer, who is coming off his first All-Star experience and was the 2016 American League Rookie of the Year.
RELATED:
Anthony Fenech / Detroit Free Press:
Tigers midseason grades: Brad Ausmus, Al Avila deserve blame too
Anthony Fenech / Detroit Free Press:
Tigers midseason grades: Justin Wilson best of bad bunch of relievers
Tigers midseason grades: Justin Wilson best of bad bunch of relievers
Discussion:
Bless You Boys
USA Today:
2017 MLB midseason awards: Aaron Judge, Bryce Harper leading MVP candidates — Aaron Judge isn't just halfway to a Rookie of the Year award - he's also the frontrunner to walk away with American League Most Valuable Player honors. — Judge topped USA TODAY Sports' AL MVP vote totals in our midseason award rankings.
RELATED:
Kevin Santo / USA Today:
Bold second-half predictions for all 30 MLB teams — The Major League Baseball season is unpredictable. — Before the first pitch of the second half of the season was thrown, the Chicago Cubs acquired ace Jose Quintana from the Chicago White Sox in a blockbuster deal.
Discussion:
Camden Chat, Brew Crew Ball and South Side Sox
Fox Sports:
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.
Discussion:
Brew Crew Ball
RELATED:
Chelsea Janes / Washington Post:
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 …
Discussion:
Washington Times, MLB on Yahoo! Sports and Federal Baseball
RELATED:
Geoff Robinson / Detroit News:
Live blog: Tigers leave two men on base in 3rd — Bottom 3rd: Tigers 0, Blue Jays 0 — Alex Presley drew a leadoff walk from Aaron Sachez, and after Alex Avila struck out looking, Justin Upton delivered his second hit of the day with a single to left field that put two men on base for Miguel Cabrera.
Discussion:
Bless You Boys