Arlington, TX

Texas Rangers On SI

Texas Rangers rookie Wyatt Langford made a home run-robbing catch in the second and threw out a runner at home in the fourth in Thursday's game.

Watch Texas Rangers Rookie Wyatt Langford Add Home Run-Robbing Catch To Highlight Reel

Baltimore, MD

FanSided

As reported by Roch Kubatko of MASN Sports on Tuesday evening, the Orioles have come to terms with right-handed reliever Vinny Nittoli on a minor league contract. Nittoli will report to Triple-A Norfolk and serve as a depth arm for the time being. Nittoli has had a bit of success...

Orioles News: O's ink former Athletics reliever to minor league deal

Fastball On SI

The Texas Rangers signed Johnny Cueto to a minor league deal back in April, but the former All-Star has elected to hit the open market again midway through the season.

Johnny Cueto Opts Out of Contract With Texas Rangers, Enters Free Agency

Yardbarker

As the 2024 season continues to fly by, teams around the league are evaluating their rosters and identifying areas that need reinforcement for a playoff push. One name that has surfaced as a potential signing target is veteran right-hander Johnny Cueto.Cueto, 38, opted out of his minor league deal with the Texas Rangers earlier on Tuesday and was released accordingly. He was 2-1 with a 5.71 ERA in ninr starts for the Rangers Triple-A affiliate, Round Rock Express. In 368 career major league games (363 starts), Cueto is 144-111 with a 3.50 ERA.Known for his crafty pitching style and wealth...

Three teams that could pursue Johnny Cueto to bolster their rotation

The Associated Press

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Corey Seager was a late add to the lineup for the Texas Rangers against San Diego on Wednesday night, ending a two-game absence after the star shortstop got hit by a pitch on his left wrist. The reigning World Series MVP was in his usual...

Rangers add Seager to lineup late after 2-game absence from getting hit by a pitch on the wrist

Charlotte, NC

The Charlotte Hornets have hired Kemba Walker as a player enhancement coach. Walker announced his retirement from professional basketball on Tuesday. Walker, a four-time NBA All-Star and a 2018-19 All-NBA Third Team selection, is the Hornets’ all-time leader in points, field goals, 3-pointers, free throws and minutes played. He ranks second in Charlotte history in assists, third in steals and third in games played. Following a 12-year NBA career, Walker won the French League championship this season with AS Monaco before announcing his retirement.

Kemba Walker Joins Hornets As Player Enhancement Coach

Boston, MA

The Boston Celtics have signed Drew Peterson to a Two-Way contract. Peterson appeared in three games last season with the Celtics on a Two-Way. Peterson is represented by Brandon Grier, Troy Payne and Mike Silverman. In 34 G League games last season, Peterson averaged 16.1 points, 7.4 rebounds and 5.6...

Drew Peterson, Celtics Sign Two-Way Contract

Detroit, MI

Detroit Tigers analyst Craig Monroe is being investigated by the Charlotte County (Fla.) Sheriff's Office after a woman alleged on social media last month that he had sexually abused her dating back to when he was a minor-league player and she was a 12-year-old child, according to a report. The...

Tigers Announcer Craig Monroe Off Air After Allegations

Los Angeles, CA

The Los Angeles Dodgers got back in the win column with a 6-5 walk-off victory on Tuesday and now look to clinch their series against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Gavin Stone is on the mound for his 16th start of the season, coming off the best outing of his career against the Chicago White Sox. The right-hander allowed just four hits and collected seven strikeouts over nine scoreless innings, giving the Dodgers their first complete game of the season.

Diamondbacks Vs. Dodgers Game Preview: Gavin Stone Starts Chance For Series Win

Kentucky State

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Houston, TX

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Reed Sheppard has landed in Houston. The former Kentucky guard, drafted as the third pick in the NBA Draft last week, was formally introduced by the Rockets in a press conference this week in Houston. He signed a rookie scaled contract that will pay him approximately $45.8 million in the first four seasons. The contract is guaranteed for the first two seasons with team options on the third and fourth year of the deal.

Houston coach Ime Udoka says Reed Sheppard a ‘perfect match’ for Rockets

Washington, DC

Washington Nationals prospect James Wood singled in his Major League debut against the New York Mets on Monday night. "It's unreal," Wood, a Maryland native, said before the game. "Just being able to play for the team I grew up around and watching, it's a blessing." He was acquired in...

Nationals' James Wood Singles In Major League Debut

Dallas, TX

Klay Thompson chose to sign with the Dallas Mavericks despite the Los Angeles Lakers offering more money and more years. Thompson agreed to join the Mavericks on a three-year, $50 million deal. "The Lakers were offering more money per year and for a longer term," said Tim MacMahon on the...

Lakers Offered Klay Thompson More Money Per Year, More Years Than Mavericks

The Charlotte Hornets have waived Marques Bolden from his Two-Way contract. Bolden signed a Two-Way contract with the Hornets in March after previously being on a 10-day. Bolden was also on a Two-Way contact with the Milwaukee Bucks. In nine games with the Hornets, Bolden averaged 4.1 points and 3.6...

Marques Bolden Waived From Two-Way By Hornets

San Francisco, CA

San Francisco Giants On SI

The Giants will be getting back a clubhouse leader and an everyday starter in the form of Mike Yastrzemski.

San Francisco Giants Reinstate Veteran Outfielder

Minneapolis, MN

PJ Dozier and the Minnesota Timberwolves have agreed to a one-year deal. Dozier is represented by Kevin Bradbury and Bill Duffy. Tim Connelly previously signed Dozier when he was with the Denver Nuggets. Dozier appeared in 16 games during the 22-23 season with the Sacramento Kings, averaging 1.4 points in...

PJ Dozier, Wolves Agree To One-Year Deal

Miami, FL

The Miami Marlins have designated two-time All-Star shortstop Tim Anderson for assignment. Anderson, 31, signed a one-year, $5 million deal with Miami in February, hoping for a bounce-back season that did not materialize.

Marlins Designate Tim Anderson For Assignment

New Jersey State

Newark, NJ

The New Jersey Devils on Tuesday signed free-agent forward Tomas Tatar to a one-year contract, the team announced, reuniting the veteran with a club he played on from 2021 to 2023. The deal is worth $1.8 million, and Tatar, 33, will likely slot into a second- or third-line role in...

Devils Sign Tomas Tatar To One-Year, $1.8M Deal

Let’s take a look at the best performances in the Astros system in June. June Stats: 26 G, .347 BA/.414 OBP/.653 SLG, 4 2B, 9 HR, 29 RBI, 13 SB. Back to back months here for Whitcomb. After a solid May, he put together a really good June hitting .347 with 9 homers, 29 runs batted in and a perfect 13-for-13 on stolen bases. He’s hitting .310 with 18 homers, 20 stolen bases and a .956 overall this season. More on Whitcomb here.

Astros Minor League Players of the Month: June

Dwane Casey withdrew his name from consideration to join the Los Angeles Lakers coaching staff next season, reported Dave McMenamin of ESPN. Scott Brooks and Rajon Rondo have also been named as possible candidates to join J.J. Redick's staff. Dane Johnson will coach the Lakers in the Summer League.

Dwane Casey Will Not Join Lakers' Coaching Staff

Raleigh, NC

The Carolina Hurricanes signed free agent forward William Carrier to a six-year, $12 million contract Wednesday. The 2023 Stanley Cup champion is signed through the 2029-30 campaign.

Hurricanes Sign William Carrier To Six-Year, $12M Deal

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Johnny Cueto Opts Out Of Minor League Deal With Rangers

Johnny Cueto has opted out of his Minor League contract with the...

Johnny Cueto Opts Out Of Minor League Deal With Rangers

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