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Associated PressRelationship formed in Japan landed Chirinos in HoustonBy CHUCK KINGWEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) A trip to Japan helped Robinson Chirinos get to Houston.Texas declined its $4.5 million option on the catcher shortly before the 34-year-old traveled to Japan last November with a big league all-star team....

AP Baseball WriterHosmer, Perez lift AL to 4-2 All-Star win, Series home fieldBy RONALD BLUMSAN DIEGO (AP) Eric Hosmer and Salvador Perez made sure the Kansas City Royals will start at home, sweet home, if they get a chance to defend their World Series title.The Royals duo homered...

Sedar moving to advisory role on Brewers' coaching staffMILWAUKEE (AP) After working as a Milwaukee Brewers first-base or third-base coach for the last 14 seasons, Ed Sedar is moving into a new role as an adviser to the team's coaching staff.That move marked the biggest change as the...

The Latest: Michael Jordan joins group trying to buy MarlinsMIAMI (AP) The Latest on the All-Star Game (all times local):5:48 p.m.Michael Jordan has joined the investment group led by Derek Jeter that is trying to buy the Miami Marlins.Jordan's spokeswoman, Estee Portnoy, confirmed Jordan's involvement Tuesday. The NBA...

Scherzer limps to first and exits game after 5 inningsMILWAUKEE (AP) Washington's Max Scherzer was lifted after throwing 75 pitches over five innings, one inning after limping to first base in an at-bat.A liner from Milwaukee's Travis Shaw hit the 2016 NL Cy Young Award winner on his...

PHOENIX (AP) - Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Daniel Hudson is set to make his first start in nearly two years.Hudson tore his ulnar collateral ligament in June 2012 and has made just 12 major league appearances since, all in relief.Manager Chip Hale says Hudson is scheduled to throw only 50-60...

Brewers acquire reliever Oliver Drake from OriolesNEW YORK (AP) Reliever Oliver Drake has been acquired by the Cleveland Indians from the Milwaukee Brewers for cash.The 31-year-old right-hander is 1-0 with a 6.39 ERA in 11 games this year. He has 15 strikeouts in 12 2/3 innings.Cleveland announced the...

AP Sports WriterJohn Hart leaves Braves after being stripped of powerBy PAUL NEWBERRYATLANTA (AP) John Hart has left the Atlanta Braves, less than a week after being stripped of his role as president of baseball operations.The decision announced Friday was not unexpected given the hiring of general manager...

AP Sports WriterPadres acquire Moreland from Red Sox for 2 prospectsBy PAT GRAHAMDENVER (AP) The San Diego Padres picked up slugger Mitch Moreland in a trade Sunday with Boston.In exchange, the Red Sox acquired a pair of prospects from San Diego, outfielder Jeisson Rosario and infielder Hudson Potts.Moreland...

Associated PressWhite Sox put Anderson on IL with sprain, DFA AlonsoBy MATT CARLSONCHICAGO (AP) The Chicago White Sox have placed shortstop Tim Anderson the 10-day injured list with a right high ankle sprain and designated first baseman/designated hitter Yonder Alonso for assignment before Friday night's game against the...

Campaign pitch: Trump goes to bat for Rose in Hall of FameWASHINGTON (AP) President Donald Trump wants Cooperstown to open its doors for Pete Rose.Trump tweeted Saturday that baseball's career hits leader should be in the Hall of Fame. On Wednesday, Rose again asked Major League Baseball to...

Associated PressYanks' Boone, Mets' Callaway meet as new New York managersBy BILL WHITEHEADPORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (AP) Before leading their teams against each other for the first time, the Yankees' Aaron Boone and the Mets' Mickey Callaway took time to discuss their new gigs as managers in New...