American former MLB third baseman with a pro career spanning 2004–2013
The New York Yankees have promoted top prospect Jazz Jones to the majors after Jasson Domínguez sustains an AC joint injury. Jones will debut as the designated hitter and may see outfield action as he joins a powerful lineup led by Aaron Judge.
Hall of Fame manager Bobby Cox has died at 84 after a storied career with the Atlanta Braves, including a 1995 World Series title and 14 straight division titles. In MLB, Rob Thomson and Alex Cora have been dismissed as their teams grapple with underperformance, with interim replacements named as the season unfolds.
MLB has suspended Cade Cavalli and Willson Contreras for seven games each after a benches-clearing incident in Boston. Miles Mikolas and Nate Eaton are also suspended, with other penalties and fines issued. Cavalli has apologized for his “sit down, boy” remark, acknowledging the racist history of the term. The incident followed a tense exchange after Contreras hit a homer and taunt on Monday.