Astros' Javier exits after three IP with illness

Houston Astros starter Cristian Javier left Sunday’s game against the Baltimore Orioles after three innings because of an illness, and he was replaced by Shawn Dubin in the fourth inning after the veteran allowed three hits and a run with two strikeouts. Source: ESPN Baseball Headlines {$excerpt:n} Astros' Javier exits after three IP with illness

Astros slugger Alvarez to start rehab assignment

Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez will begin a rehabilitation assignment at Double-A Corpus Christi on Tuesday, moving him closer to a return after sitting out for more than three months. Source: ESPN Baseball Headlines {$excerpt:n} Astros slugger Alvarez to start rehab assignment

Orioles promote top prospect Basallo for debut

Baltimore Orioles top prospect Samuel Basallo will make his MLB debut Sunday after the team selected his contract from Triple-A Norfolk. Source: ESPN Baseball Headlines {$excerpt:n} Orioles promote top prospect Basallo for debut

Cards OF Scott sprained ankle chasing Judge HR

Cardinals outfielder Victor Scott II sprained his left ankle when he collided with the outfield wall in pursuit of an Aaron Judge home run and has been placed on the 10-day injured list. Source: ESPN Baseball Headlines {$excerpt:n} Cards OF Scott sprained ankle chasing Judge HR

Phillies' Nola hit hard in return from injured list

Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola allowed six runs in 2⅓ innings Sunday against the Nationals in his return from the injured list, a start that ended when seven consecutive batters reached safely. Source: ESPN Baseball Headlines {$excerpt:n} Phillies' Nola hit hard in return from injured list

Guardians add Herrin, drop Cantillo in lefty swap

The Guardians have recalled left-hander Tim Herrin and optioned lefty Joey Cantillo to Triple-A Columbus. Source: ESPN Baseball Headlines {$excerpt:n} Guardians add Herrin, drop Cantillo in lefty swap

Reds DFA fan favorite Fraley, activate Stephenson

Reds outfielder Jake Fraley was designated for assignment on Sunday, with catcher Tyler Stephenson’s thumb injury and a short bench contributing to the decision. Source: ESPN Baseball Headlines {$excerpt:n} Reds DFA fan favorite Fraley, activate Stephenson

Red Sox's Mayer set for season-ending surgery

Red Sox infielder Marcelo Mayer says he will have season-ending surgery on his right wrist. Source: ESPN Baseball Headlines {$excerpt:n} Red Sox's Mayer set for season-ending surgery

Here's what makes the Little League Classic so special

Little Leaguers spending time with their favorite MLB stars, autographs and more. Here’s what makes Williamsport so special. Source: ESPN Baseball Headlines {$excerpt:n} Here's what makes the Little League Classic so special

Royals' Pasquantino feels heat, exits with illness

Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino left Saturday night’s 6-2 win over the Chicago White Sox with a heat-related illness after striking out in the first inning. Source: ESPN Baseball Headlines {$excerpt:n} Royals' Pasquantino feels heat, exits with illness