The reason for that change wasn't immediately clear. Topa has appeared in seven games this season, striking out six batters, allowing five hits with a 1.35 earned-run average in 6.2 innings pitched.

TOPA is often used as a “scapegoat” in conversations around housing production, said the councilmember. But it does need reform. D.C. Councilmember Brianne Nadeau on Thursday offered her own ...

ATLANTA (AP) — Minnesota Twins right-hander Justin Topa was to make his first big league start on Saturday night against the Atlanta Braves after 102 relief appearances. Right-hander Simeon ...