Hall of Famer Sutton has kidney removed

Atlanta Hall of Famer pitcher Don Sutton, a broadcaster for the Atlanta Braves, underwent surgery Thursday to remove his left kidney.

A growth was discovered during routine tests last month. Doctors decided to remove the kidney and conduct a biopsy to determine if it’s malignant. Results of the biopsy won’t be known until next week. Sutton was listed in fair condition at Piedmont Hospital, spokeswoman Nina Montanaro said. Sutton will likely be out of the broadcast booth for 3-to-6 weeks.

Fasano joins minors

Indianapolis The Indianapolis Indians, the Triple-A affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers, signed catcher Sal Fasano as a free agent Thursday. Fasano, who played 252 games over six seasons in the major leagues, started the season at Triple-A Durham, in the Tampa Bay Devil Rays organization. He hit .257 with six home runs and nine RBIs in 31 games. The Bulls released the 31-year-old at his request at the end of May.

A’s recall Ellis

Oakland, Calif. The Oakland Athletics recalled infielder Mark Ellis from Triple-A Sacramento on Thursday and sent infielder Esteban German back to the River Cats. Ellis appeared in four games with the A’s earlier this season and was 1-for-4, starting once at third base.