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Associated Press
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
Diamondbacks recall Saalfrank, whose 1-year suspension for betting on baseball ended June 5
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The Arizona Diamondbacks have recalled left-handed reliever Andrew Saalfrank, who was one of four players whose one-year suspensions for betting on baseball ended on June 5. Saalfrank's next game will be his first since April 29, 2024, against the Los Angeles Dodgers. He appeared in two games with Arizona last year. He was recalled Wednesday from Triple-A Reno, where he went 0-2 with two saves and a 7.15 ERA. He struck out 14 in 11 1/3 innings. The players violated Major League Rule 21, which is posted in every clubhouse. They were handed mandatory one-year suspensions for betting on games in which they did not participate. If they had bet on any games they attended in person — even if they didn't play — they would have been banned for life. ___ AP MLB:
CTV News
04-07-2025
- Sport
- CTV News
Blue Jays get contributions across lineup in Yankees sweep, surge to top of AL East
Toronto Blue Jays' George Springer (right) is doused by teammates after defeating the New York Yankees, in Toronto on Thursday, July 3, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Thomas Skrlj
CBS News
04-07-2025
- Politics
- CBS News
Boston Red Sox meet President Donald Trump at the White House
The Boston Red Sox paid a visit to the White House Thursday, where video showed several players shaking hands with President Donald Trump. A spokesperson for the team said the Red Sox toured the White House as part of their "family road trip to D.C." In the video, posted by a Trump administration member, several players could be seen shaking hands with the president in the Oval Office. President @realDonaldTrump welcomes the Boston Red Sox to the Oval Office 🇺🇸 — Margo Martin (@MargoMartin47) July 3, 2025 The Red Sox are in Washington, D.C. for a series with the Washington Nationals. The series kicks off on July 4 at 11:05 a.m., with two more games on Saturday at 4:05 p.m. and Sunday at 1:35 p.m. The Red Sox are currently fourth place in the AL East with a record of 43-45. The Nationals are fifth in the NL East with a record of 36-50.
Washington Post
03-07-2025
- Washington Post
Cleveland pitcher Luis Ortiz placed on non-disciplinary leave by MLB amid investigation
Cleveland Guardians pitcher Luis Ortiz was placed on non-disciplinary leave on Thursday due to an investigation by Major League Baseball. MLB said Ortiz's paid leave will be through the end of the All-Star break on July 18. MLB and the Guardians had no further comment on the investigation. Ortiz returned to Cleveland on Wednesday night.
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Braves' Schwellenbach out with broken elbow. Profar returns from drug suspension and Verdugo cut
Atlanta Braves' Jurickson Profar (7) takes batting practice before a baseball game between the Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Angels, Wednesday, July 2, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart) Atlanta Braves pitcher Spencer Schwellenbach (56) delivers in the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Saturday, June 28, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Colin Hubbard) Atlanta Braves pitcher Spencer Schwellenbach (56) delivers in the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Saturday, June 28, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Colin Hubbard) Atlanta Braves' Jurickson Profar (7) takes batting practice before a baseball game between the Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Angels, Wednesday, July 2, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart) Atlanta Braves pitcher Spencer Schwellenbach (56) delivers in the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Saturday, June 28, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Colin Hubbard) ATLANTA (AP) — Braves right-hander Spencer Schwellenbach broke his right elbow during a start last weekend and was placed on the 15-day injured list Wednesday as left fielder Jurickson Profar returned from an 80-game drug suspension and slumping outfielder Alex Verdugo was designated for assignment. Schwellenbach said he felt tightness while pitching for Atlanta against Philadelphia on Saturday, when he threw 90 pitches. He allowed one run and three hits over seven innings. Advertisement He felt sore the following day and imaging Monday revealed a small fracture at the top of the elbow. Schwellenbach said he was told this was a freak accident and said he hopes to be back this season. A 25-year-old in his second big league season, Schwellenbach is 7-4 with a 3.09 ERA and leads the Braves in wins, WHIP (0.967) and innings (110 2/3). He has won six of his last seven decisions. Atlanta's rotation already was missing Chris Sale (broken rib), AJ Smith-Shawver (Tommy John surgery) and Reynaldo Lopez (shoulder surgery). "We're pushing young guys all the time, and may end up that we have to do it again," Braves manager Brian Snitker said. Advertisement Schwellenbach was placed on the 15-day injured list retroactive to Sunday. Right-hander Daysbel Hernández, sidelined from the Braves since June 4 by right forearm inflammation, finished his rehab assignment with Triple-A Gwinnett and was activated from the 15-day IL. Left-hander Austin Cox was recalled from the Stripers and right-hander Kevin Herget optioned to Gwinnett. Profar returned after an 80-game suspension announced March 31 following a positive test for Chorionic Gonadotrophin (hCG) in violation of the league's joint drug prevention and treatment program. He missed 93 days, causing him to lose exactly half his $12 million salary. He is ineligible for the postseason. 'I'm responsible,' said Profar, who addressed his teammates Wednesday. 'There's there's no excuses. I'm responsible for what goes into my body.' Advertisement The 32-year-old was an All-Star and won a Silver Slugger last season when he batted .280 and set career highs with 24 homers and 85 RBIs for San Diego. He signed a three-year, $42 million contract with the Braves in the offseason. In his absence, Braves left fielders entered Wednesday last in the major leagues with two home runs and a .523 OPS. Verdugo agreed to a $1.5 million, one-year contract late in spring training. The 29-year-old made his big league season debut on April 18 and hit .239 with no homers and 12 RBIs in 56 games. ___ AP MLB:
