Professional Baseball

LEADING OFF: Cubs follow up no-hitter, Astros seek 12 in row

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A look at what’s happening around the majors today: ...

This Date in Baseball

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June 26 1916 — The Cleveland Indians wore numbers on their...

Kinsler, Valencia to play for Long Island Ducks

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CENTRAL ISLIP, N.Y. — Former major leaguers Ian Kinsler and Danny Valencia will play for the Long Island Ducks of the independent Atlantic League...

23rd MLB team reaches 85% COVID vaccinations as shots slow

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NEW YORK — A 23rd Major League Baseball team has reached the 85% vaccination threshold for players and other on-field personnel, which allows relaxed...

LEADING OFF: More teams go to 100% capacity, Minor in Texas

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A look at what’s happening around the majors today: ...

García extends rookie HR lead to 20 as Rangers beat A’s 5-3

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ARLINGTON, Texas — Major league rookie home run leader Adolis García went deep twice for his 19th and 20th, Brock Holt had a tiebreaking...

Jersey boys: MLB to use unique uniforms for All-Star Game

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NEW YORK — Major League Baseball is getting rid of club uniforms and caps for the All-Star Game in favor of specially-designed league outfits. ...

Sánchez, Voit lift Yankees over Royals 6-5 in thriller

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NEW YORK — Gary Sánchez homered off Greg Holland in the ninth inning, Luke Voit hit a winning double and the New York Yankees...

Judge, Sánchez drive Yanks to blowout win over Royals

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NEW YORK — Aaron Judge homered for the first of his three hits, Gary Sánchez connected for the second straight game and the New...

Lindor, Conforto, new pitchers lead Mets past Braves 7-3

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NEW YORK — Francisco Lindor homered and drove in three runs, Michael Conforto jolted New York's stagnant offense in his delayed return from injury...