Nationals' Dave Martinez had a chat with Bryce Harper after slugger failed to run  —  NEW YORK — Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez met with star Bryce Harper on Saturday a day after the outfielder failed to run out a ground ball in the fifth inning of Washington's 4-2 loss to the New York Mets.

From the hospital to the mound, new father Reynaldo Lopez stays in control  —  Fatherhood seems to agree with Reynaldo Lopez.  —  The White Sox right-hander threw 7 2/3 solid innings Saturday afternoon, the second part of a personal doubleheader that included being at his wife's side …

This is how a Star is born  —  MINNEAPOLIS — Blake Snell didn't know where he was headed at this time last year.  —  Having made a couple of unimpressive starts after rejoining the Rays following a six-week demotion to Triple A he earned with a brutal beginning to what was supposed …

MLB trade rumors: Yankees scouting Angels pitchers Andrew Heaney and Tyler Skaggs  —  The Yankees are looking for pitching.  And the Angels may have some available.  —  According to MLB.com's JP Morosi, the Yankees have scouted Angels left-handers Andrew Heaney and Tyler Skaggs.

Yankees' CC Sabathia back in Cleveland facing Indians  —  CLEVELAND — On April 8, 2001, 20-year-old CC Sabathia made the first start of his major league career, at Progressive Field.  Saturday night, 37-year-old CC Sabathia will make the 557th start of his major league career, at Progressive Field.

Justin Verlander: Detroit Tigers fans were on my mind for 2017 trade  —  HOUSTON — It's going to be different, Justin Verlander knows.  But how different, he won't know until he takes the mound at Minute Maid Park for the 406th start of his major league career on Sunday afternoon.

Slow start by All-Star Nola as Phillies lose to Marlins 2-0  —  MIAMI (AP) - All-Star Aaron Nola gave up two runs in the first inning and the punchless Philadelphia Phillies never recovered, losing Saturday to the Miami Marlins 2-0.  —  The NL East-leading Phillies have scored only 24 runs in their past nine games.

Goldeyes honor former skipper, retiring his number  —  Thursday marked an historic night for the Winnipeg Goldeyes who are celebrating their 25th season in 2018.  —  Prior to their game against the Sioux Falls Canaries, the Goldeyes retired the number “22” in honour of former manager Hal Lanier.

Cleveland Indians recall top prospect Francisco Mejia, will start him tonight  —  Mejia has been on a tear since May 26, hitting over .400 in Triple-A Columbus.  —  Tribe fans will finally get a chance to see one of the organization's best young players in action.

Braves Place Arodys Vizcaino On DL  —  For the second time since last month, Braves closer Arodys Vizcaino is headed to the 10-day disabled list because of right shoulder issues (inflammation, to be exact).  The team announced the move, adding that it has reinstated fellow reliever Peter Moylan from the 10-day DL.

Travis' goal is to be a star second baseman.  He's already a star teammate  —  BOSTON — Devon Travis has had to deal with injuries throughout his pro career, but his ears have always worked perfectly well.  —  And so he's heard the hype around rookie infielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. and how a lot …

Walker Buehler optioned back to Dodgers' Triple-A affiliate  —  LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers have sent prized pitching prospect Walker Buehler back to the minors.  —  The 23-year-old right-hander was optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City on Saturday, hours after allowing two runs on a pair …

Javier Baez's rock star performance moves Cubs into first place  —  Javier Baez, Anthony Rizzo, Joe Maddon and Tyler Chatwood on the Cubs' comeback win against the Padres (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune)  —  Chicago Tribune  —  Javier Baez is only 25, so it was understandable that he confessed …