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Yankees Recall Jake Bird As David Bednar Goes on Paternity List

Bednar’s short leave raises questions about who will handle the ninth inning for New York.

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Yankees Evaluate 103‑mph Prospect Carlos Lagrange for Triple‑A Relief Role

Red Sox Transfer Garrett Crochet to 60-Day Injured List

Dodgers Put Jack Dreyer on 15-Day IL for Shoulder Discomfort

Guardians Activate Hunter Gaddis, Promote George Valera After Rehab Stints

Cubs Call Up LHP Riley Martin After Cade Horton Hits 15-Day IL

Red Sox Sign Lefty Reliever Danny Coulombe to One-Year Deal, Place Romy Gonzalez on 60-Day IL

Phillies Trade for LHP Kyle Backhus as Bullpen Overhaul Continues

Cubs Bullpen Keeps Rolling as Palencia Throws; Counsell Sticks With Committee

Cubs Place Taillon on IL and Plan Bullpen Game as Prospect Wicks Returns

Yankees Stick to One-Inning Role for Devin Williams

Yankees Embrace Dual Closer Strategy After Weaver's Rocky Return

Mets Overcome Blue Jays' Errors to Secure Crucial Wild Card Victory

Rangers Rally to Defeat Red Sox in Extra Innings