The White Sox may have already decided to field offers for Jeff Samardzija, but the right-hander hopes the club is given a full season before a final evaluation is made.
Jose Fernandez pitched seven innings Thursday and tied the modern record for most consecutive home victories by a starter to begin a career as the Marlins defeated the Reds.
Carter Caps threw a pitch to Xander Bogaerts on Tuesday night with a perceived velocity of 105.55 mph, the highest number of any pitch in the Major Leagues this season.
Dellin Betances didn't allow a run in April or May (27 1/3 innings), but has surrendered eight earned runs in just 16.1 innings pitched in June and July.
The Cubs have the financial resources to add players to the Major League roster at the trade deadline, according to president of business operations Crane Kenney.