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Pujols, Edmonds among dozens of top MLB players drafted after fifth round

This year’s baseball draft has been shortened to five rounds, but players drafted much later can and do become major league standouts.

AP sources: MLB proposes 76-game season, 50-75% of salaries

Major League Baseball teams made a new offer to start the coronavirus-delayed season.

MLBPA says teams are 'depriving America of baseball games' in letter to league office

MLB players accused teams of “depriving America of baseball games” as part of a money fight set off by the coronavirus pandemic.

MLBPA reaffirms demand for full prorated salaries

MLB players reaffirmed their stance for full prorated pay, leaving a huge gap with teams that could scuttle plans to start a shortened season in early July.

NHL to begin Phase 2 of return-to-play plan on June 8

The NHL is allowing team facilities to reopen and players to take part in voluntary on- and off-ice workouts beginning Monday.

Classic MLB All-Star Games to air Sunday nights on FOX Sports Midwest

FOX Sports Midwest, FOX Sports Kansas City and FOX Sports Indiana will air classic MLB All-Star Games on Sunday nights in June.

'Game 7: In Their Words' to air June 12, anniversary of Blues' Cup triumph

St. Louis Blues and FOX Sports Midwest will celebrate the anniversary of Stanley Cup Final Game 7 with exclusive commentary from players, coaches.

Uniform Law Commission takes next step in crafting college athlete compensation law

The commission that promotes uniformity among state laws took another step toward crafting legislation allowing compensation for college athletes.

Recapturing team chemistry will be a challenge for NHL teams coming off hiatus

In a team sport that demands rhythm and chemistry, NHL players will have to quickly adapt after so much time apart.

Fans should expect lots of open seats whenever they can attend games

One thing seems clear: Social distancing is a sure bet when fans return, so open seats figure to be the norm in stadiums just about everywhere.

Breaking down the ongoing labor talks between MLB and the MLBPA

Baseball owners and players have reverted to form — the type displayed over the past half-century during eight work stoppages filled with salary squabbles.

Virus-proofing sports facilities, particularly the air, presents a big challenge

Even the cleanest of air can’t keep this particular virus from spreading; if someone coughs or sneezes, those droplets are in the air.

AP Source: MLBPA proposes 114-game season with no further pay cuts

MLB players proposed a 114-game regular season Sundayand no additional pay cuts beyond the one the agreed to in March.

MLB teams release hundreds of players with minor league season doubtful

Major league teams have released hundreds of young players with the minor league season in doubt due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Pandemic could spur more states to approve sports, online betting

The coronavirus pandemic could lead to a quicker expansion of sports betting and internet gambling in the U.S. as states deal with huge budget deficits.

NHL awards trophies with regular season cut short

Not long after unveiling a 24-team right-to-the-playoffs format, the NHL has announced the winners of its regular-season awards.

Boras urges clients not to bail out baseball owners

Agent Scott Boras recommends his clients refuse Major League Baseball’s attempt to cut salaries during negotiations with the players’ association.

Canada's quarantine restrictions may cause NHL to pick two U.S. hub cities

Concerns about Canadian coronavirus restrictions could push hockey south of the 49th parallel into the U.S. this summer.

NHL teams expected to have 28-player rosters, unlimited goalies

The NHL has advised its teams to prepare for a roster of 28 players and an unlimited number of goaltenders for a possible training camp and playoffs.

AP source: Players call MLB's financial proposal 'extremely disappointing'

MLB teams issued a sliding-scale financial proposal for a shortened 2020 season that players found “extremely disappointing.”

NHL's return-to-play plan involves daily COVID-19 testing for all players

If the NHL resumes its season, players will be tested for COVID-19 daily.

St. Louis is out of the running for role as NHL hub city

If the NHL can resume its season, games for a 24-team playoff are expected to be played in two hub cities — neither of which will be St. Louis.

NHL expected to announce return-to-play format Monday afternoon

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman is expected to announce the league’s return-to-play format this afternoon.

Isolating away from family a 'hot topic' among NHL players

How to incorporate family time in a potential quarantine environment is one of many hurdles to clear as the NHL plots its return to action.

NHL plans to open small-group workouts in June as Phase 2 of return

The NHL hopes to have players back in team facilities soon — with plenty of precautions.

White, Herr, Tudor to become newest members of Cardinals Hall of Fame

First baseman Bill White, second baseman Tommy Herr and pitcher John Tudor form the 2020 Cardinals Hall of Fame Induction Class.

SEC to allow voluntary football, basketball workouts on campus starting June 8

SEC schools will be able to bring football and basketball players back to campus for voluntary activities starting June 8 at the discretion of each university.

NHL awaits players' vote before discussing next step in return-to-play plan

The NHL is awaiting the result of a players’ vote on a 24-team playoff format before discussing its options on how to proceed in its bid to resume play.

2017 Blues-Wild series to air on FOX Sports Midwest

FOX Sports Midwest will replay the St. Louis Blues’ 2017 first-round series vs. the Minnesota Wild starting Monday, May 25.

Aeneas Williams reaches out to students through Hall of Fame's 'Strong Youth Strong Communities' program

St. Louis Rams Hall of Famer Aeneas Williams will take part in a session with Ohio youngsters as part of the “Strong Youth Strong Communities” program.