MLB: Bosio's remarks get him fired  —  The Detroit Tigers fired pitching coach Chris Bosio because of insensitive comments that violated team policy and his contract.  —  The team says it holds employees “to the highest standards of personal conduct on and off the field.”

Luis Severino, who's faced Red Sox twice this season, will start against rivals in Yankee Stadium matchup on Sunday night  —  PHILADELPHIA - Luis Severino has said he isn't scared of any team, and he'll get another shot against the Red Sox on ESPN's Sunday Night Baseball.

Manny Machado sweepstakes are underway - and Dodgers are favorites to acquire him  —  The Los Angeles Dodgers are playing it coy, acting as if they can't take on money, won't give up prized prospects, and aren't hellbent on returning to the World Series again.  —  Don't be fooled.

Matt Kemp loses appeal, will serve 1-game suspension vs. Cubs  —  Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Matt Kemp lost his appeal and will serve his one-game suspension Wednesday night against the Chicago Cubs.  —  “Matt will watch the game somewhere, not from the dugout, and we'll play a man short,” Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said.

John Ricco says Mets will be sellers  —  Assistant GM says team will be active as trade deadline approaches and will consider offers for Jacob deGrom and Noah Syndergaard.  —  The Mets are embracing their 2018 fate as trade-deadline sellers.  —  Assistant general manager John Ricco …

Diamondbacks' Torey Lovullo a big fan of Deven Marrero's defensive ability  —  MIAMI - It's safe to say that Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo has a soft spot in his heart for backup utility infielder Deven Marrero.  —  Like Marrero, Lovullo was a career backup infielder …

Bregman's 2-run shot gives Houston 7-6 win over Blue Jays  —  HOUSTON — It isn't very often that Alex Bregman whiffs on two straight fastballs, so when he did so in the ninth inning on Wednesday it left Houston's third baseman a bit upset.  —  Fortunately for the Astros …

Every general manager's No. 1 priority for the second half  —  No MLB team can afford to take a year off.  Whether they are contenders, a year or two away, or heading downhill in need of a rebuild, all teams must work to further their goals.  With inaction not being a reasonable option …

Angels reliever Jake Jewell leaves game on stretcher after play at plate  —  Los Angeles Angels reliever Jake Jewell had to be taken off the Fenway Park field on a stretcher after a play at home plate in the bottom of the eighth inning Wednesday night against the Boston Red Sox.

Carl Edwards Jr. could be back with Cubs real soon  —  Cubs' Yu Darvish on when he might come off the disabled list: 'It's still day-by-day.' (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune)  —  Chicago Tribune  —  The Cubs' rotation remains in flux, but Carl Edwards Jr. could rejoin the bullpen next week.

Detroit Tigers prospects mailbag: Will Beau Burrows move up soon to Triple-A?  —  Welcome to the weekly Free Press Detroit Tigers prospects mailbag, which is now open to any of your questions.  Submit questions on Twitter @GeorgeSipple or by e-mail at gsipple@freepress.com.

The best pitching performance ever for all 30 teams  —  On May 4, Gerrit Cole pitched one of the best games you will ever see.  He fired a 16-strikeout shutout against the Diamondbacks, allowing just one hit and one walk.  As a remarkable side note, Cole didn't strike any batters …

Zack Cozart To Undergo Shoulder Surgery  —  The Angels announced tonight that infielder Zack Cozart has been diagnosed with a torn labrum in his left shoulder that will require surgical repair.  The Angels didn't provide a timetable for his return, though it seems unlikely that he'll be able to recover in time to return in 2018.

Royals' Mondesi is playing with confidence.  A connection to a lost friend has helped  —  MILWAUKEE  —  Five months ago, the Royals signaled to former top prospect Adalberto Mondesi they weren't ready to hand him the starting job at shortstop.  They signed Alcides Escobar to a one-year contract …