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Ryan Braun's Superstar Comeback Makes Him High-Profile Trade Chip

For 10 big league seasons, Ryan Braun has worn uniforms that said only "Milwaukee" or "Brewers" across the front.

Before the 2016 MLB trade deadline slides past, that could change.

Yes, it's a little early to talk trades. Chances are that even clubs with zero shot at the playoffs and assets to unload will wait until the heat of summer to wheel and deal.

Cubs Affirm Status as MLB Favorites with Impressive Sweep of Nationals

They don't hand out trophies in early May.

No one understands that truism better than the average Chicago Cubs fan. A 107-year-and-counting championship drought is bound to feature more than a few hot starts.

Cubs Become 2nd-Fastest Team to Reach +100 Run Differential

With Saturday's 8-5 win over the Washington Nationals, the 2016 Chicago Cubs became the second-fastest major league team (since at least 1900) to reach a run differential of plus-100, per Sportsnet Stats.

Matt Adams Injury: Updates on Cardinals 1B's Knee and Return

St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Matt Adams left Thursday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies with a knee injury. 

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Devin Mesoraco Injury: Updates on Reds Catcher's Shoulder and Return

It's been a rough few weeks for the Cincinnati Reds, and it's about to get worse with catcher Devin Mesoraco going on the disabled list.

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Arrieta's Home Scoreless Streak Ends at Wrigley-Record 52.2 Innings

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jake Arrieta witnessed his home scoreless streak come to an end at 52.2 innings when he surrendered an RBI double to Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Alex Presley in the fifth inning of Thursday's eventual 7-2 Cubs victory, per Sportsnet

Pirates Coaching Staff Receives Contract Extensions Through 2017 Season

The 13-9 Pittsburgh Pirates have gotten off to a solid start in 2016 and are fresh off a 98-win campaign. The coaching staff was rewarded for its efforts on Friday. 

The team announced on its Twitter page that the entire staff received contract extensions through the 2017 season:

Jake Arrieta Contract: Latest News, Rumors on Negotiations with Cubs

Coming off a National League Cy Young Award in 2015 and a dazzling start this season, Chicago Cubs ace Jake Arrieta is seeking big money and a long-term contract from the team that helped him reinvent his career.  

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Kris Bryant Injury: Updates on Cubs Star's Ankle and Return

Chicago Cubs star Kris Bryant left the field during Thursday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers after suffering a mild sprained right ankle while running the bases in the third inning. It is unclear when he'll return to the lineup. 

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Jake Arrieta's Home Scoreless-Innings Streak Snapped vs. Brewers

Chicago Cubs ace Jake Arrieta gave up an earned run in the fifth inning of his start against the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday, which ended his scoreless streak inside the friendly confines of Wrigley Field at 52.2 innings.

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