Baseball

Nationals star Max Scherzer ready to get going again

WASHINGTON – With a “2019 World Series Champions” patch stitched onto the right sleeve of…

Mets pitcher Noah Syndergaard accepts $9.7 million, one-year deal to avoid salary arbitration

NEW YORK – Right-hander Noah Syndergaard on Friday agreed to a $9.7 million, one-year deal…

Shogo Akiyama wanted to make history by joining Reds

CINCINNATI – Shogo Akiyama knew the Cincinnati Reds were the only MLB team that never…

Brewers give manager Craig Counsell three-year contract extension

MILWAKEE – Milwaukee general manager David Stearns didn’t have to do much thinking when it…

MLB to investigate reports 2018 champion Red Sox stole signs

BOSTON – Major League Baseball says it will investigate allegations the Boston Red Sox illegally…

Shogo Akiyama clinches three-year, $21 million deal with Reds

CINCINNATI – Outfielder Shogo Akiyama on Monday agreed to a $21 million, three-year deal with…

Milestones in play for many in 2020 season

With the NPB season set to begin on March 21, it won’t be long before…

New Angels manager Joe Maddon says Shohei Ohtani should bat more often

LOS ANGELES – Pitcher and designated hitter Shohei Ohtani should bat more often for the…

White Sox, outfielder Luis Robert finalize $50 million, six-year deal

CHICAGO – Luis Robert is locked in with the Chicago White Sox — for the…

Yankees pitcher Domingo German suspended 81 games for violating domestic violence policy

NEW YORK – New York Yankees pitcher Domingo German will miss the first 63 games…