Seattle Mariners acquire Luis Castillo, send package highlighted by prospect Noelvi Marte to Cincinnati Reds

The Seattle Mariners, looking to end a postseason drought that stretches to 2001, acquired the best arm on the trade market Friday night in a deal for right-hander Luis Castillo…

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Angels’ Mike Trout (back) out for MLB All-Star Game; Freddie Freeman gives host Dodgers their 6th All-Star

LOS ANGELES -- Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout will miss the All-Star Game because of back spasms, joining Philadelphia's Bryce Harper on the sidelines and depriving the showcase of…

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MLB suspends 12 players, coaches for roles in Seattle Mariners-Los Angeles Angels brawl; Phil Nevin gets 10 games

ANAHEIM, Calif. -- Los Angeles Angels interim manager Phil Nevin was suspended 10 games and Seattle Mariners outfielder Jesse Winker received a seven-game ban from Major League Baseball for their…

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