Cubs closer Pedro Strop earns save after his car was stolen  —  Chicago Cubs closer Pedro Strop earned his third save of the season Wednesday night while police were in pursuit of his stolen car.  —  Strop had his car stolen earlier in the day before the Cubs hosted the Los Angeles Dodgers.

After the Cubs staff turns it around, Theo Epstein praises his pitchers' resiliency  —  Photos from the Cubs' 2-1 loss to the Dodgers on April 25, 2019 at Wrigley Field.  —  Chicago Tribune  —  When discussing his pitchers' recent resurgence, Cubs President Theo Epstein maintained …

Miguel Andujar expected to participate in extended spring training Friday  —  ANAHEIM — Miguel Andujar is expected to be testing his right shoulder in an extended spring training game on Friday.  The Yankees' third baseman is trying to avoid season-ending surgery on his right labrum.

Phillies' Rhys Hoskins trolls Mets with casual stroll around bases after home run  —  He didn't charge the mound, but Rhys Hoskins got some revenge on Wednesday.  —  One night after Jacob Rhame nearly hit him high twice, Hoskins took the Mets reliever deep to give the Phillies a 6-0 lead, which would stand as the final score.

Nick Senzel is doing well, but there's no timetable for him joining the Cincinnati Reds  —  Nick Senzel was not in the lineup for the Louisville Bats Thursday night.  Read absolutely nothing into that, i.e., Senzel wasn't headed up I-71 to join the Reds.  —  But reports on him are good.

Astros' Michael Brantley faces his former Indians squad  —  Whether he strokes single or strikes out, makes a diving catch or watches a detonated home run travel above his head in left field, Michael Brantley exudes no emotion.  —  Part of Brantley's demeanor is what attracted the Astros to him this past offseason.

KCTV5 obtains recording of Tyreek Hill and Crystal Espinal discussing their son's broken arm  —  FAIRWAY, KS (KCTV) - KCTV5's investigative department was sent a recording of Tyreek Hill and his fiancé discussing the police investigation and what they are telling police.

Marlins catcher Alfaro's power has been on full display — when he's not striking out  —  When you watch what Jorge Alfaro did in the fifth inning Tuesday, when he effortlessly belted a fastball just above the strike zone for a 357-foot home run over the right-field fence at Progressive Field …

Detroit Tigers promote Casey Mize Double-A: ‘He needs to be challenged’  —  BOSTON — Last June, the Detroit Tigers were at Fenway Park the day after the team drafted Casey Mize with the No. 1 overall pick.  —  The anticipation, even then — not even a day into Mize's Tigers tenure — was palpable.

Zack Greinke, Arizona Diamondbacks sweep Pittsburgh Pirates to finish 8-2 road trip  —  PITTSBURGH - Thirty runs.  Forty-seven hits.  Three quality pitching starts.  —  This is just some of the damage the Diamondbacks did in a four-game sweep of the Pittsburgh Pirates …

Legendary baseball broadcaster Jon Miller reflects on his storied career  —  There are few more qualified to speak on baseball and how much it's changed over the past half century than longtime play-by-play announcer Jon Miller.  —  Miller, who got his start as a major league announcer in 1974 …

Nationals plan to call up top prospect Carter Kieboom  —  The Washington Nationals are planning to call up top prospect Carter Kieboom, according to multiple people with knowledge of the situation, and the infielder is expected to join the team ahead of Friday's home game against the San Diego Padres.

Ervin Santana struggles again as White Sox lose 4-3 to Orioles  —  Photos from the White Sox's 4-3 loss to the Orioles on April 24, 2019, in Baltimore.  —  An unusual second-chance home run enabled the Orioles to put a satisfying finish on a homestand that began with four straight defeats.

Royals-Angels series preview, probable pitchers: Duffy to pitch opener of homestand  —  Matchup: The Royals (8-17) begin a three-game series against the Los Angeles Angels on Friday night at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City.  First pitch on Friday is scheduled for 7:15 p.m. Saturday's game …

Dan Winkler regaining form, and that is vital for Braves  —  Dan Winkler's campaign didn't begin as he hoped, but the late start has provided optimism that he'll again be a pivotal piece of the Braves bullpen.  —  Winkler, 29, opened the season in Triple-A due to a baseball quirk …

Rays to call up Christian Arroyo, Austin Pruitt for Friday's game vs. Red Sox  —  Rays place Joey Wendle on IL, expect Hunter Wood to need more time dealing with family issues.  —  The Rays plan to call up infielder Christian Arroyo and right-handed reliever Austin Pruitt for Friday's game in Boston against the Red Sox.

Tyler Wade makes up for baserunning blunder and scores the winning run as Yankees rally to keep win streak alive  —  ANAHEIM - Tyler Wade knew the minute that Jonathan Lucroy pointed to him.  —  The Yankees' utility man stood on second base for the nearly five minutes the umpiring crew sorted …