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Dodgers’ Catching Corps Holds Together as Smith Progresses and Rushing Avoids Surgery

A rehab-first plan preserves depth and forces lineup decisions for the late season.

Yankees Sign Veteran Christian Bethancourt to Triple‑A Deal

Charlie Moore, Brewers Playoff Hero, Dies at 72

Brewers Agree to One-Year, $1.75 Million Deal With Gary Sánchez

Twins Reach Two-Year, $14 Million Agreement With Catcher Victor Caratini

Korey Lee Catches and Pitches in Same Game, First for White Sox Since 1902

Diamondbacks Activate Gabriel Moreno From 60-Day IL, Designate José Herrera for Assignment

Nationals Place Catcher Keibert Ruiz on 10-Day IL After Dugout Foul Ball Strike

Cubs Call Up Reese McGuire After Miguel Amaya's Oblique Injury