MLB

The New York Mets said shortstop Jose Reyes will not participate in any baseball activities until his thyroid levels return to normal.

The Colorado Rockies and first baseman Todd Helton have agreed to terms on a two-year contract extension that will allow him to finish his career with the franchise.

The Washington Nationals on Thursday released veteran left-handed pitchers Eddie Guardado and Shawn Estes.

Former MLB veteran Tony Clark has been hired by the MLBPA as director of player relations.

Nomar Garciaparra has called it a career, as the infielder signed a minor league contract with Boston in order to retire with the Red Sox.

The New York Mets confirmed the test results that stated shortstop Jose Reyes has an overactive thyroid.

Two-time All-Star and long-time Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Willie Davis died Tuesday. He was 69 years old.

The Texas Rangers have acquired pitcher Edwar Ramirez from the New York Yankees in exchange for cash considerations.

You could almost hear a collective groan this morning, from Minneapolis all the way down to Fort Myers, as the news began to circulate that Minnesota Twins closer Joe Nathan could be lost for the season because of a torn ligament in his pitching elbow.

The Baltimore Orioles have renewed the contracts of young stars Adam Jones, Matt Wieters, Brad Bergesen and Nolan Reimold, while also agreeing to 2010 contracts with 22 other players.