Fed-up Cashman: A-Rod should just shut up  —  NEW YORK — Livid over Alex Rodriguez's decision to tweet an update on his rehab process, Yankees general manager Brian Cashman had a message for the third baseman.  —  “You know what, when the Yankees want to announce something, [we will],” Cashman told ESPN New York.

Futures Game rosters full of fresh faces in 2013  —  Forty of 50 participants new; Fans can vote for Futures Finalists  —  The Sirius XM All-Star Futures Game is now a mainstay of All-Star Weekend festivities, about to take place for the 15th time.  That doesn't mean it can't use a fresh coat of paint every year.

Blue Jays welcome back Reyes in finale with Rays  —  The Sports Network  —  (Sports Network) - The Toronto Blue Jays will receive a boost when shortstop Jose Reyes returns to action just in time for today's finale of a three- game series against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field.

Mark Teixeira's season likely over, as doctors recommend surgery  —  Mark Teixeira has missed most of this season because of a wrist injury he suffered in March.  —  NEW YORK (AP) — Doctors have recommended that Yankees first baseman Mark Teixeira have surgery on his right wrist, which likely would end his season.

Cubs and slugger Bryant — the No. 2 overall pick — are at odds in talks  —  Slugging third baseman Kris Bryant, the No. 2 pick overall by the Cubs, is one of only a handful of first-rounders still unsigned.  And judging by the negotiations so far, he's going to remain that way for a while …

Ex-Cub pitcher Kerry Wood discovers body in Belmont Harbor  —  Former Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood discovered a man's body floating in the water while out in Belmont Harbor, police said.  —  Wood was paddle boarding around 11:10 a.m. Monday when he saw the body, according to police.

Never Mind What I Wrote About the Royals  —  Earlier this month, I wrote an article about Ned Yost's decision to ask his front office for help in constructing a more productive lineup.  That request had a happy result: a lineup that looked a lot more sensible than the one the Royals had been running out before.

Cubs ‘Committed’ to loyal fans with new campaign  —  Cubs fans are incredibly loyal, and now they will be recognized for their commitment to the team.  (Getty)  —  Cubs fans Jeff and Jessi Galbraith of Indianapolis got engaged at Wrigley Field.  Chicagoan Adam Weiler convinced his wife …

Bryce Harper begins rehab assignment for Nationals  —  WOODBRIDGE, Va. (AP) — Washington Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper made his first rehabilitation assignment Tuesday night for Single-A Potomac, going 1 -for 1 with a double, a walk, and a run scored.  —  Last year's National League Rookie …

Bochy holds brief team meeting, plus Sabean on Brown, Hembree, potential trades  —  UPDATE, 7:25 p.m.: Manager Bruce Bochy walked into the clubhouse after Monday night's 3-1 loss at Dodger Stadium and did not like what he heard.  —  More specifically, what he did not hear.

Kemp Returns, Saves Dodgers in 6-5 Win Over Giants  —  LOS ANGELES — Matt Kemp made a marvelous catch for the final out in his first game back from the disabled list to preserve the Los Angeles Dodgers' 6-5 victory over the slumping San Francisco Giants on Tuesday night.

Brown hits 20th HR as Phillies beat Padres  —  Recap  —  Box Score  —  Play-By-Play  —  Photos  —  Conversation  —  Domonic Brown's 20th homer, 4 RBIs help Phillies down Padres  —  SAN DIEGO — Domonic Brown hit his 20th home run and tied a career high with four RBIs …