The Pirates’ ace was back playing catch after a diagnosis of elbow inflammation.
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Twelve years later, Tim Tebow chases his MLB dream
The former quarterback shows power and speed in a workout for pro baseball scouts.
Major league notebook: Rangers release Hamilton
Josh Hamilton had reconstructive surgery on his left knee in early June.
Major league roundup: Kluber remains hot for Indians
Corey Kluber wins a fourth consecutive start as Cleveland downs the White Sox, 5-1.
Major league notebook: Yankees starter prepares for second Tommy John surgery
Nathan Eovaldi also had the procedure while in high school.
Rangers’ Prince Fielder to quit playing at the age of 32
The first baseman can’t get medical clearance because of a neck surgery; his contract runs through 2020.
Alex Rodriguez will play his last major league game Friday
The Yankees announce that he’ll become a special adviser and instructor.
With trading deadline past, pennant races take shape
Teams are mostly set for the stretch run, and Texas is clearly making a strong push for the playoffs.
Major league notebook: Upton traded from Padres to Blue Jays
Outfielder Melvin Upton Jr. is swapped for a minor league right-hander.
MLB roundup: Mets edge Cubs in clash of aces
All-Star righthanders Jake Arrieta of the Cubs and Noah Syndergaard of the Mets return to dominant form in no-decisions.