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Murfee (elbow) resumed throwing full bullpen sessions June 21, MLB.com reports. Murfee had previously been limited to throwing off the slope of the mound, but he's since taken a step forward in his recovery from last July's Tommy John surgery. He had been limited to throwing fastballs during his initial bullpen sessions, but it's possible he's been able to incorporate more breaking pitches in the month since being cleared for mound work. Murfee could be cleared to face hitters shortly after the All-Star break and could return from the 60-day injured list later in the second half.

Astros' Penn Murfee: Throwing full bullpen sessions

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The Padres selected Ornelas' contract and optioned him to Triple-A El Paso on Wednesday. Ornelas has spent the entire 2024 season at El Paso, slashing .316/.390/.515 with 12 home runs and five stolen bases across 310 plate appearances. Though he'll remain with El Paso coming out of the All-Star break, the 24-year-old outfielder is now a part of the Padres' 40-man roster. The transaction should improve his chances of receiving his first big-league call-up at some point later this season.

Padres' Tirso Ornelas: Added to 40-man roster

An MRI this week on Tatis' injured right quadricep showed improved healing, and the outfielder is expected to incrementally increase his baseball activities, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. Tatis -- who is recovering from a femoral stress reaction -- has already begun playing catch and swinging a...

Padres' Fernando Tatis: Receives good news from MRI

Astros general manager Dana Brown said in an interview Thursday on "The Sean Salisbury Show" that Tucker (shin) remains without a timeline for a return from the 10-day injured list, Michael Schwab of The Juice Box Journal reports. Brown added that Tucker is doing some light on-field baseball activities and...

Astros' Kyle Tucker: Still no timetable for return

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The Royals recalled Waters from Triple-A Omaha on Thursday. With MJ Melendez (ankle) landing on the injured list Tuesday, Waters will return to Kansas City to give the Royals additional outfield depth coming out of the All-Star break. The 25-year-old went 1-for-8 during his first MLB stint in June, and he's slashed .277/.362/.502 with 44 RBI across 287 plate appearances with Omaha.

Royals' Drew Waters: Recalled from Omaha

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Kenyan Drake has called it a career. The veteran running back announced his retirement from the NFL on Friday following an eight-year career that included stints on five different teams. Drake spent time with four different teams last year alone, finishing the season with the Baltimore Ravens. He was released by the team in January.

Veteran running back retires after eight NFL seasons, five different teams and one unforgettable touchdown

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The pair of rookie stars will team up for the first time on Saturday

Caitlin Clark predicts Angel Reese will lead WNBA All-Star Game in rebounds: 'That's just what she does'

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Griner will have to leave her new son for a few weeks when she joins Team USA in Paris to try and win a third gold medal

WNBA star Brittney Griner and wife Cherelle announce first child ahead of All Star Game, 2024 Olympics

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The Grizzlies traded Williams (back/hip) and a 2030 second-round pick to the Mavericks in exchange for Mamadi Diakite on Friday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports. Williams made 51 appearances, including 15 starts, for the Grizzlies in 2023-24 before missing the remainder of the season with a right lower back injury and a hip flexor strain. Before going down to injury, the 22-year-old forward averaged 8.2 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 20.4 minutes. However, efficiency was an issue, as he shot just 39.7 percent from the field and 30.7 percent from three. If Williams is able to enter the 2024-25 campaign healthy, he will likely compete for depth minutes in Dallas' forward rotation.

Mavericks' Ziaire Williams: Dealt to Dallas

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(MA) Meet Winks, an adorable and incredibly strong puppy with a heartbreaking origin. Winks was found unmoving on the side of a road with severe injuries. He had several very infected wounds and was barely holding on when his rescuers rushed him to the vet. Once there, x-rays revealed the horrifying truth that Winks had been shot numerous times around his face and neck. These injuries resulted in him having his eye removed. Despite that, Winks has made a miraculous and full recovery. He certainly does not let his handicap slow him down at his new foster home. Winks was truly given a second chance at life, and now all he needs is a family to call his own.

10-Month-Old Dog Who Was Hit In Face Several Times Now Searching For Family

Chicago, IL

Cannon is scheduled to start Saturday's game against the Royals in Kansas City, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. In his final appearance before the All-Star break last Friday versus the Pirates, Cannon worked out of the bullpen as a piggyback pitcher behind starter Garrett Crochet, tossing six innings while allowing four earned runs. Cannon will now take back a rotation spot in the White Sox's opening series of the second half, as he'll be picking up his ninth start of the season Friday. The White Sox have already confirmed Cannon for another start for next Thursday in Texas, but it's unclear if he'll stick around in the rotation thereafter.

White Sox's Jonathan Cannon: Rejoining rotation Saturday

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Saint Petersburg, FL

Diaz will not be with the Rays for Friday's game versus the Yankees as he tends to a personal matter, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. Diaz remains on the active roster for the time being, but it's not clear when he might be back in Tampa Bay's lineup. Isaac Paredes will handle first base duties Friday while Jose Caballero occupies the hot corner.

Rays' Yandy Diaz: Away due to personal matter

The second half gets underway Friday and almost immediately heads into the trade deadline

Bold predictions for MLB's second half: Mets make blockbuster trade, regular season ends with tiebreaker, more

Canada are the reigning gold medalists, while reigning World Cup winners Spain seek their first Olympic medal

Olympics women's soccer schedule, standings, score, live stream: How to watch USWNT, more in Paris

The Chiefs placed Nnadi (triceps) on the active/PUP list Wednesday. Nnadi suffered a triceps injury during Kansas City's wild-card win over the Dolphins after suiting up for all 17 of the team's regular-season games, and he was sidelined during OTAs. The defensive tackle can be activated from the PUP list at any point throughout training camp, though at this time it remains to be seen whether he'll be available for the Chiefs' playoff opener against Jacksonville on August 10.

Chiefs' Derrick Nnadi: Placed on PUP list

Baltimore, MD

The Orioles signed O'Ferrall on Friday, Andy Kostka of TheBaltimoreBanner.com reports. Per Jim Callis of MLB.com, O'Ferrall -- the No. 32 overall pick in the 2024 First-Year Player Draft -- will receive a signing bonus of $2.7 million. A shortstop from the University of Virginia, O'Ferrall could move quickly through the system but may not hit for enough power to be an everyday player in the majors.

Orioles' Griff O'Ferrall: Agrees to deal with Baltimore

The heat in Phoenix will intensify this weekend as the 2024 WNBA All-Star Game arrives to Footprint Center. Saturday's event will be different from most years as Team USA faces Team WNBA in preparation for the 2024 Paris Olympics. A similar game happened in 2021 in Las Vegas ahead of...

WNBA All-Star Game: Where to watch, TV channel, live stream, rosters, as Caitlin Clark takes on Team USA

The Texans waived/injured Payne on Wednesday with an undisclosed injury, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports. Houston can place Payne on injured reserve if he clears waivers, in which case Tte undrafted rookie out of Virginia Tech wouldn't be available to play in 2024 unless he reaches an injury settlement.

Pheldarius Payne: Cut by Houston

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Josiah Gray injury: Nationals righty to undergo elbow surgery, ending follow-up effort to breakout season

Washington Nationals right-hander Josiah Gray, an All-Star in 2023, will undergo elbow surgery next week after being diagnosed with a partial tear of his ulnar collateral...

Josiah Gray injury: Nationals righty to undergo elbow surgery, ending follow-up effort to breakout season

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