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Pitcher Feliz signs with Brewers, joins mix for closer jobMILWAUKEE (AP) Free agent right-hander Neftali Feliz has signed a one-year contract with the Milwaukee Brewers, who are looking for a closer in the bullpen.Feliz's deal, which was announced by the team on Thursday, is worth $5.35 million, with...

Addison Russell's wife files for divorce from Cubs playerCHICAGO (AP) Addison Russell's wife has filed for divorce nearly two weeks after the Chicago Cubs shortstop was accused of hitting her.Melisa Reidy-Russell filed the divorce petition in Cook County last week, according to a filing provided by her attorney,...

Associated PressBaseball in London? Major league showcase held in Hyde ParkBy GREGORY KATZ and CAROLINE SPIEZIOLONDON (AP) A vivid piece of American sports culture was on display Tuesday in London's Hyde Park as baseball came to town on July 4, the U.S. Independence Day.The exhibition featured several former...

AP Baseball WriterCooler heads prevail: A different Mr. Met back at ballparkBy BEN WALKERNEW YORK (AP) The ever-smiling Mr. Met mascot is back at Citi Field, a day after the person inside the big-headed costume was caught on video making an obscene gesture to a fan.The Mets said...

LEADING OFF: Adams set to join Braves, Yankees-Rays resetBy The Associated PressA look at what's happening all around the majors today:---WELCOMEFirst baseman Matt Adams is expected to join the Braves in time for their game at SunTrust Park against Washington. Atlanta acquired Adams this weekend from St. Louis, hoping...

New trial sought in Cuban baseball player smuggling caseMIAMI (AP) A sports agent and a baseball trainer convicted in Miami of smuggling Cuban baseball players into the U.S. are seeking a new trial.A court filing Tuesday by lawyers for Bartolo Hernandez and Julio Estrada contends there were seven...

Associated PressAP source: Bautista, Blue Jays agree to $18.5M, 1-year dealBy ROB GILLIESTORONTO (AP) Jose Bautista is staying with the Toronto Blue Jays, after all.The free agent slugger agreed to an $18.5 million, one-year contract with Toronto that includes mutual options for more years, a person with knowledge...

Rangers sign RHP Anthony Bass to minor league dealARLINGTON, Texas (AP) Right-handed reliever Andy Bass has signed a minor league deal with the Texas Rangers, looking to earn a spot in their bullpen like he had before pitching in Japan last season.The deal announced Saturday includes an invitation...

AP Sports WriterScherzer reveals he pitched since August with injured fingerBy HOWARD FENDRICHWASHINGTON (AP) NL Cy Young Award winner Max Scherzer revealed Monday that he pitched at the end of last season with an injured finger on his throwing hand and now will skip the World Baseball Classic.The...

Brandon Morrow agrees to minor league deal with DodgersLOS ANGELES (AP) Right-hander Brandon Morrow has agreed to a minor league contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers and will report to big league spring training.The 32-year-old was 1-0 with a 1.69 ERA in 18 relief appearances for San Diego...

Associated PressTim Tebow gets 1st hit for Mets, singles vs MarlinsBy BILL WHITEHEADPORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (AP) Tim Tebow has gotten his first hit for the New York Mets.The former NFL quarterback singled Monday in an exhibition game against Miami Marlins left-hander Kyle Lobstein.Tebow was hitless in his...

Associated PressMets suspend Harvey for violating team rules; Wilk to startBy CHARLES O'BRIENNEW YORK (AP) The New York Mets have scratched Matt Harvey for his scheduled start Sunday against the Miami Marlins and suspended the right-hander three days for a violation of team rules.Mets general manager Sandy Alderson...