Four days into MLB's return, it's fair to question the strategy  —  What we have here with Major League Baseball's attempted return in the midst of a global pandemic is utter chaos, which is predictable because these are sports franchises, not health-care providers.

Giants 2020 MLB schedule release: Dates, times for 60-game season  —  By subscribing, you are agreeing to Yahoo's  —  The Giants hope to be under-the-radar contenders in a shortened season.  They'll get a chance right away to prove they'll be right in the mix in the National League West.

‘Frustrated’ A's wait as many of their COVID-19 test results remain delayed  —  The Yankees on Monday night plan to air an intrasquad game on their YES Network.  The A's don't even know when they will hold their first full-squad workout.  —  As of late Sunday night, the COVID-19 tests …

Angels Claim Jacob Rhame  —  The Angels announced Wednesday that they've claimed right-handed reliever Jacob Rhame off waivers from the Mets.  Rhame was in the Mets' 60-man player pool, and the Mets have already announced that his spot will be filled by right-hander Ryley Gilliam.

The Braves are discussing their use of the Tomahawk Chop, but not their name  —  The Washington Redskins announced Friday they would conduct a thorough review of the team's name.  The Cleveland Indians followed by saying they would engage in discussions to determine the best path forward with their name.

Giants Add Three To 60-Man Player Pool  —  The Giants announced Wednesday that they've added lefty Caleb Baragar, outfielder Alexander Canario and right-hander Sam Wolff to their 60-man player pool.  They still have one vacancy if they wish to make another addition.

MLB's Easiest and Hardest Schedules in 2020  —  Not all schedules are created equal, especially this year.  —  Geography has never held more significance in a Major League Baseball season than this year.  —  Teams will only play clubs in their division—which are already structured based …

Latest On Phillies & COVID-19  —  The Phillies were hit with several coronavirus cases relating to their Florida facility late last month.  GM Matt Klentak updated the team's situation today in comments to reporters including Matt Breen of the Philadelphia Inquirer (links to Twitter).

Detroit Tigers coach evaluates Casey Mize, Matt Manning: Here's what he said  —  Detroit Tigers pitching coach Rick Anderson thought he'd have to start all over again, much like a prototypical spring training.  —  Instead, he returned to Comerica Park last week to find his pitchers in shape …

Phillies infielder Scott Kingery talks about the hell that is coronavirus  —  If you don't believe this coronavirus thing is real, listen to what Scott Kingery says and you might change your mind.  —  “It started on a Thursday (June 11) when I came down with a headache,” …