Nationals exploring alternatives to Nats Park due to D.C.'s coronavirus regulations  —  The Washington Nationals are unsure if they will begin this season playing at Nationals Park due to municipal coronavirus protocols, according to multiple people with knowledge of the situation …

Mets bidder Alex Rodriguez critiqued for thoughts on MLB economics, notes he didn't say ‘salary cap’  —  NEW YORK — Alex Rodriguez, among the bidders for a possible purchase of the New York Mets, called for baseball players to accept the type of revenue-sharing system that is tied to a salary cap …

MLB, MLBPA Announce Latest COVID-19 Testing Results  —  Major League Baseball and the MLBPA issued a joint press release Friday to announce the latest results of COVID-19 test results from around the sport through July 16.  For the most part, it's encouraging news that should further pave …

Sheldon Adelson is mystery bidder who could shake up Mets sale  —  A mystery bidder for the Mets has been revealed, but it's not a new group, it's merely huge new players.  —  According to multiple sources, billionaire casino mogul Sheldon Adelson and private equity giant Silver Lake Partners …

Seattle Mariners 2020-21 International Signing Preview  —  With outfielder Julio Rodriguez (2017) and shortstop Noelvi Marte (2018), the Mariners have landed two of the elite international prospects from the most recent signing classes, with Rodriguez already a top 10 prospect in the game …

Royals Acquire Franchy Cordero, Ronald Bolanos From Padres For Tim Hill  —  In a surprising preseason swap, the Royals have acquired outfielder Franchy Cordero and right-hander Ronald Bolanos from the Padres for left-handed reliever Tim Hill.  Both teams have announced the trade.

Source: Braves signing free-agent outfielder Yasiel Puig  —  Free-agent outfielder Yasiel Puig is signing with the Atlanta Braves, a source told ESPN, confirming a report by MLB.com.  —  The agreement comes after Braves outfielder Nick Markakis decided to opt out of the 2020 season earlier this month.

Rays' Austin Meadows sidelined due to coronavirus  —  2019 All-Star and team co-MVP is feeling better and “ready to go” but still has to go through protocol to return, then get back in shape and up to speed.  —  ST. PETERSBURG — Outfielder Austin Meadows seems likely to miss the start …

Can Miguel Sano be ready for Twins' opener?  Under the circumstances, it's possible  —  In normal circumstances, manager Rocco Baldelli acknowledged Wednesday, a baseball team wouldn't put much faith in a player getting ready for a season in a week, which is the only path ahead for Miguel Sano …

Yoán Moncada rejoins White Sox, good news for spot on Opening Day roster  —  By subscribing, you are agreeing to Yahoo's  —  White Sox, and that's good news when it comes to his ability to be a part of the Opening Day roster.  —  Moncada was placed on the 10-day injured list last Friday …

Julio Rodriguez Suffers Wrist Fracture  —  Exciting Mariners prospect Julio Rodriguez is going to spend some time on the mend.  He has been diagnosed with a hairline fracture in his left wrist, as Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times was among those to report on Twitter.

Nationals Scene and Heard: Crowd noise makes its way into the stadium  —  By subscribing, you are agreeing to Yahoo's  —  WASHINGTON — Suddenly on Thursday, the speakers were alive in Nationals Park.  —  Out came the voice of public address announcer Jerome Hruska, who was in the stadium.