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Kyle Schwarber Hits 40th Homer to Tie Phillies Record in 6-0 Win Over Seattle
Kyle Schwarber launched a three-run home run to reach 40 long balls this season as the Philadelphia Phillies shut out the Seattle Mariners 6-0.
Suarez Grand Slam Caps 7-Run Ninth as Reds Stun Giants 10-9
Eugenio Suarez hit a grand slam to help the Cincinnati Reds overcome a 9-3 ninth-inning deficit in a 10-9 victory over the San Francisco Giants.
Tarik Skubal Returns to Detroit Friday; Ohtani Eyes Sunday Series Finale Start
Tarik Skubal makes his return to Comerica Park on Friday, while Shohei Ohtani could start Sunday's series finale against the Tigers.
Byron Buxton Exits Twins' 4-2 Loss to Athletics After Re-Injuring Right Hip
Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton left Tuesday's 4-2 defeat against the Athletics after appearing to injure his right hip during the seventh inning in Sacramento.
Skenes Dominates Padres as Cruz Snaps Miller's 73-Game Homerless Streak
Paul Skenes velocity touched 98 mph during six innings of three-hit ball in a 1-0 Pittsburgh Pirates victory over the San Diego Padres.
Waldschmidt Hits Two-Run Walk-Off Homer as D-backs Beat Cubs 5-4
Trailing 4-0 in the eighth, Arizona rallied behind Ryan Waldschmidt's historic ninth-inning blast to stun Chicago and tighten the National League wild-card race.
Brewers Manager Pat Murphy Benches Cooper Pratt Following Fifth-Inning Single
Rookie shortstop Cooper Pratt was pulled for a pinch-runner after failing to hustle on a fifth-inning pop-up during the Brewers' 3-2 loss to the Mets.
Cal Raleigh Hits 18th Homer to Tie Seattle Record for Consecutive Long Balls
Seattle slugger Cal Raleigh tied a franchise record by hitting home runs in four consecutive at-bats against the Philadelphia Phillies.
Giants Starter Carson Whisenhunt Suffers Torn UCL in 5-0 Shutout of Reds
Southpaw Carson Whisenhunt exited his Tuesday start after 2⅔ scoreless innings with a torn ulnar collateral ligament, ending his 2026 campaign.
Padres Minor League Coordinator Oswaldo Pirela Released from ICE Custody
San Diego Padres catching coordinator Oswaldo Pirela was released on bond Monday after being detained by federal immigration officers on August 16.
Joe Espada to Finish Season as Manager After Astros Part With GM Dana Brown
Owner Jim Crane confirmed Joe Espada remains manager for the rest of the season following the mutual departure of GM Dana Brown.
Masyn Winn Hits 10-Day IL With Broken Thumb; Nolan Gorman Recalled
Shortstop Masyn Winn was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday after suffering a broken left thumb on a slide against Cincinnati.
Cal Raleigh Hits 3 Home Runs as Mariners Rout Phillies 9-2
Cal Raleigh hit three home runs and finished 3-for-3 to lead the Seattle Mariners to a 9-2 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday night.
Pete Fairbanks Exits Marlins' 4-2 Loss to Red Sox With Arm Numbness
Veteran closer Pete Fairbanks departed Monday's 4-2 loss to the Boston Red Sox after experiencing nerve irritation in his throwing arm.
Jose E. Feliciano and Kwanza Jones Finalize $3.9B San Diego Padres Purchase
New co-owners Jose E. Feliciano and Kwanza Jones took control of the San Diego Padres following a record $3.9 billion valuation and a unanimous vote by MLB owners.
Michael Toglia to Undergo Season-Ending Surgery Following Diving Catch Injury
Reds infielder Michael Toglia will undergo surgery to repair a torn labrum on Tuesday following a shoulder dislocation suffered during a 9-0 loss to Arizona.
Colt Emerson to Undergo Season-Ending Surgery; Bryan Woo Set for Wednesday Start
Seattle Mariners rookie shortstop Colt Emerson will undergo season-ending wrist surgery on Wednesday after batting .190 through 69 games.
Ketel Marte Targets Aug. 31 Return as D-backs Chase NL Wild Card Spot
Ketel Marte began batting practice in Scottsdale on Monday as he prepares to return for a home series against the Philadelphia Phillies.
Manfred Confirms Dec. 1 CBA Deadline and 2027 Little League Classic Matchup
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred announced the Toronto Blue Jays and Chicago Cubs will play in Williamsport on Aug. 23, 2027, amid ongoing labor negotiations.
Astros Part Ways With GM Dana Brown Amid 65-66 Record and Recent Skid
The Houston Astros announced Monday that Dana Brown is out as general manager despite the club holding first place in the AL West.
Pete Crow-Armstrong Overtakes Shohei Ohtani in NL MVP Race With 163.3 AXE Rating
Pete Crow-Armstrong has surpassed Shohei Ohtani as the National League MVP front-runner following a head-to-head duel at Wrigley Field on August 5.
Mariners Fall 19-2 to Cubs as Bryce Miller Loses Second Straight Blowout
Bryce Miller surrendered six runs and seven walks in a 19-2 loss to the Cubs, marking his second consecutive start lost by at least 17 runs.
Joe Espada Misses Sunday Loss to Athletics Due to Family Emergency
Houston Astros manager Joe Espada was absent from the dugout during Sunday's game against the Oakland Athletics, citing a personal family matter.
Kyle Schwarber Hits 459-Foot Walk-Off HR in Phillies' 6-4 Rally Over Cardinals
Kyle Schwarber launched his MLB-leading 39th home run to complete a four-run ninth-inning comeback in a 6-4 victory against St. Louis.