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The skipper swap heard 'round the world: What it means when a star manager leaves his longtime team

As Craig Counsell's Cubs take on his old club -- Pat Murphy's Brewers -- we dive into the impact of big-time manager moves.

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WEDNESDAY'S MUST-SEE MOMENTS

Cubs beat Mets after controversial final out at home plate

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Stuart Fairchild makes an unbelievable catchto rob Manny Machado of HR

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EARLY RETURNS

Handing out first-month grades for all 30 MLB teams: From just three A's to one very unlikely F

We break down whether your team is acing -- or flunking -- the early part of the 2024 season.

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TROUT TO UNDERGO KNEE SURGERY

Stephen A. perplexed by Mike Trout's constant injuries

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TWINS WIN 10 STRAIGHT!

The role of the 'rally sausage' in Twins' recent triumphs

The Cloverdale summer tangy sausage has served as a rally object for the Twins since its introduction last Thursday.

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'WE'RE GOING TO GET SUPER HOT'

Why the Astros believe they're about to start playing like the Astros again

Did a trip to Mexico City turn the season around? Houston thinks so.

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LATEST CITY CONNECT UNIFORM REVEALED

Tampa Bay Rays unveil City Connect uniforms, a nod to the organization's innovative spirit

The Tampa Bay Rays use a balance of "grit and glow" and elements that highlight the unconventional nature of the organization in their City Connect uniforms.

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Grading MLB's City Connect uniforms

From the pastel Padres to the Space City Astros and beyond, we break down MLB's City Connect uniforms.

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Rockies place OF N. Jones (back strain) on IL

The Rockies placed outfielder Nolan Jones on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with a lower back strain.

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