Yankees Get Mariners’ Ackley for Two Minor Leaguers

The Yankees made their first major move of the trading season Thursday, acquiring lefty outfielder and second baseman Dustin Ackley for a pair of minor leaguers.
More moves may be coming, as No. 2 started Michael Pineda was scratched from Thursday’s scheduled start and placed on the

Baseball notebook: Hamels to Texas; Moss to St. Louis; Tulo shines in Jays debut

PHILADELPHIA — After years of trade speculation, Cole Hamels' time in Philadelphia is ending.
Two people familiar with the deal say the Phillies have agreed to trade the ace left-hander to the Texas Rangers for a package of prospects.
Both people spoke to The Associated Press late Wednesday night on condition of anonymity

Royals fortify rotation by acquiring Johnny Cueto

In position to win their first division title in 30 years, the Kansas City Royals on Sunday acquired right-hander Johnny Cueto from the Cincinnati Reds, sources confirmed, five days before the trading deadline and four days after learning starter Jason Vargas likely would require elbow surgery.

Phillies ace Hamels throws 1st no-hitter vs Cubs in 50 years, wins 5-0 as trade deadline nears

CHICAGO - Cole Hamels is facing a quick trip from the record book to the trading block.
The Philadelphia ace became the first pitcher to throw a no-hitter against the Chicago Cubs in 50 years, watching as rookie centre fielder Odubel Herrera stumbled on the warning track before catching a flyball to end the Phillies' 5-0 win Saturday.