MLB rumors: Alex Verdugo draws interest from contenders despite down year, Red Sox eye relief help

Minnesota Twins rookie Luke Keaschall suffered a broken right forearm after being hit by a pitch during a game against the Los Angeles Angels. Since being recalled from Triple-A, Keaschall has significantly contributed to the team's offense, tying the record for five steals in his first five games, and boasting a batting line of .368/.538/.526 with three doubles, four runs, and two RBIs in 19 at-bats. Ranked as Minnesota's No. 3 prospect and 57th among...

The White Sox traded Travis Jankowski to the Rays, who will assign him to their Triple-A team in Durham, as he was on a minor league deal that doesn't require a 40-man roster spot. Jankowski, a left-handed hitter with 11 seasons in the big leagues, struggled last year with a .200/.266/.242 slash line, leading to minor league offers, but recently batted .261 with a homer in five games for Charlotte. The Rays are in need...

Cristopher Sanchez will not pitch for the Phillies on Tuesday due to left forearm tightness, but recent updates on his condition are positive after he played catch at Wrigley Field. Manager Rob Thomson expressed optimism about Sanchez's progress, noting he will throw a bullpen session on Sunday, while Zack Wheeler will take his place in the rotation. Additionally, outfielder Brandon Marsh is on a rehab assignment and is eligible to return from his mild right...

The Phillies' losing streak has reached five games, marking their first .500 record of the season after a defeat at Wrigley Field. Struggling with offensive consistency, they are producing few extra-base hits and have only four players with more than one home run. Despite their pitching staff performing well, the team is facing a significant slump, compounded by bad luck, and veterans are being tested early in the season as they attempt to regain their...

The Chicago Cubs decided against trading for then-Miami Marlins pitcher Jesús Luzardo after concerns regarding his back and elbow emerged from his medical records, according to sources. The Marlins subsequently traded Luzardo to the Philadelphia Phillies, along with minor-league catcher/outfielder Paul McIntosh, in exchange for prospects Starlyn Caba and Emaarion Boyd. Luzardo has excelled in his early season appearances, boasting a 2.08 ERA and a 1.09 WHIP over five starts, and is arbitration-eligible through 2026....