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'That's the kind of player to build a team around': How Gunnar Henderson became an early AL MVP candidate
The youngest player ever to hit 10 home runs before May is the face of an Orioles team whose time has come.[read more]

Twins place Buxton on IL with knee inflammation
The Minnesota Twins placed center fielder Byron Buxton on the 10-day injured list Friday because of inflammation in his troublesome right knee.[read more]

Yankees ace Cole to throw off mound Saturday
Yankees ace Gerrit Cole is scheduled to throw off a mound Saturday for the first time since injuring his elbow in spring training.[read more]

Buehler seeking big league adrenaline for return
Dodgers starter Walker Buehler said he's looking for the adrenaline you only get from pitching in the majors when he returns to the mound on Monday.[read more]

Cubs ace Steele may return Monday from injury
Cubs ace Justin Steele is just about ready to return to Chicago's rotation after being sidelined since the season opener because of a strained left hamstring.[read more]

Rockies end dubious streak with wire-to-wire win
Colorado trailed in each of its first 31 games this season, a modern-era record. But not Friday, as the Rockies beat the Pirates 3-2.[read more]

Trout undergoes knee surgery, to start rehab
Angels star Mike Trout had surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his left knee on Friday, and the three-time AL MVP is expected to return this season.[read more]

Source: Padres nearing deal for Marlins' Arraez
The Padres are nearing a deal to acquire second baseman Luis Arraez from the Marlins for a package of three prospects and a relief pitcher.[read more]

'That resonates with the fan base': How blue-collar Bryce Harper became beloved in Philadelphia
From his blue-collar upbringing to his love of local sports talk radio, Bryce Harper has made a connection with his chosen city like few others ever have.[read more]

Weekend preview: Friday-Sunday
Our fantasy baseball experts take a quick peek ahead to the upcoming weekend of action to highlight what they're looking forward to watching.[read more]