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Japanese pitcher Yamaguchi to pursue career in MLBTOKYO (AP) Pitcher Shun Yamaguchi, who led Japan’s Central League in wins, strikeouts and winning percentage this season, says he wants to move to Major League Baseball through the posting system.The 32-year-old right-hander declared his intention this week and becomes the...

Japanese pitcher Yamaguchi to pursue career in MLBTOKYO (AP) Japanese pitcher Shun Yamaguchi, who led Japan’s Central League in wins, strikeouts and winning percentage this season, says he wants to move to the major leagues through the posting system.The 32-year-old right-hander declared his intention this week and becomes...

Associated PressTwins' Max Kepler retraces steps in trip back to GermanyBy CIAR??N FAHEYBERLIN (AP) When Max Kepler makes an acrobatic catch for the Minnesota Twins, perhaps he owes a bit to his parents.Back in his hometown of Berlin, the 26-year-old outfielder paid tribute to his parents, professional ballet...

Derek Jeter among 18 newcomers on Hall of Fame ballotNEW YORK (AP) Derek Jeter is among 18 newcomers on the 2020 Hall of Fame ballot. He is likely to be an overwhelming choice to join former New York Yankees teammate Mariano Rivera in Cooperstown after the reliever last...

Derek Jeter among 18 newcomers on Hall of Fame ballotNEW YORK (AP) Derek Jeter is among 18 newcomers on the 2020 Hall of Fame ballot. He is likely to be an overwhelming choice to join former New York Yankees teammate Mariano Rivera in Cooperstown after the reliever last...

Twins prospect Ryan Costello found dead in New Zealand hotelWELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) Minnesota Twins prospect Ryan Costello was found dead in his New Zealand hotel room Monday, days after joining his team in the Australian Baseball League.The 23-year-old third baseman died in his sleep, the Auckland Tuatara...

AP Sports WriterPirates announce Ben Cherington general managerBy WILL GRAVESPITTSBURGH (AP) Ben Cherington is the new general manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates.The club announced the move on Monday, three weeks after firing Neal Huntington from the same position following a last-place finish in the NL Central.Cherington won a...

Yuli Gurriel agrees to $8.3M, 1-year deal with AstrosHOUSTON (AP) Yuli Gurriel has agreed to an $8.3 million, one-year contract with the Houston Astros, a $300,000 raise from his originally scheduled salary for next season.Gurriel hit .298 and set career bests with 31 homers and 104 RBIs as...

Yuli Gurriel agrees to $8.3M, 1-year deal with AstrosHOUSTON (AP) Yuli Gurriel has agreed to an $8.3 million, one-year contract with the Houston Astros, a $300,000 raise from his originally scheduled salary for next season.Gurriel hit .298 and set career bests with 31 homers and 104 RBIs as...

Tsutsugo made available to MLB team by YokohamaNEW YORK (AP) Outfielder Yoshitomo Tsutsugo has been made available to major league teams through the posting process by Yokohama of Japan's Central League.Major league clubs have until 5 p.m. EST on Dec. 19 to negotiate with Tsutsugo, who turns 28...

Tsutsugo made available to MLB team by YokohamaNEW YORK (AP) Outfielder Yoshitomo Tsutsugo has been made available to major league teams through the posting process by Yokohama of Japan's Central League.Major league clubs have until 5 p.m. EST on Dec. 19 to negotiate with Tsutsugo, who turns 28...

AP Sports WriterCherington on Pirates: scouting will drive successBy WILL GRAVESPITTSBURGH (AP) Ben Cherington earned three World Series rings with the Boston Red Sox, the last as general manager of the 2013 club that raced from worst to first.The challenge that lies ahead for Cherington with the Pittsburgh...