With the second half looming and both pennant races and the trade deadline tempting teams to scuttle best-laid plans and bring the minors’ best to the big leagues, USA TODAY Sports checks in with four ...

Philadelphia Phillies star slugger Kyle Schwarber hit his 30th home run of the season on Friday. Even though they lost 4-2 in that contest, it was still a good day on a personal level for Schwarber ...