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Yankees Score 8 Runs in Win as Benches Clear Against Pirates
The New York Yankees ended their offensive struggles with eight runs on Monday, but the game was marred by an eighth-inning confrontation involving Jose Caballero.
Durbin’s Clutch HR Lifts Red Sox to 14th Straight Win in 6-5 Victory
Caleb Durbin hit a tiebreaking home run over the Green Monster to extend the Red Sox win streak to 14 games with a 6-5 win over Baltimore.
Twins All-Star Byron Buxton Activated from IL Before Cleveland Series
The Minnesota Twins have Byron Buxton activated following a nine-game absence due to a right hip strain, returning his 25 home runs to the lineup.
Dodgers Acquire Seth Halvorsen from Rockies for Nick Frasso and Landyn Vidourek
The Colorado Rockies traded right-hander Seth Halvorsen to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday in exchange for pitcher Nick Frasso and outfielder Landyn Vidourek.
Delmon Young Trade Tree Accounted for 71 WAR Entering 2026 Deadline
The Delmon Young trade tree has accumulated 71 WAR to date as the league prepares for the 2026 trade deadline.
Esmerlyn Valdez Hits 12th HR in 31st Game as Pirates Defeat Guardians 7-1
Pittsburgh Pirates rookie Esmerlyn Valdez became the fourth player in MLB history to record 12 home runs and 31 RBIs within his first 31 career games.
Hunter Goodman Hits 3 Homers in 9-6 Rockies Loss to Cincinnati Reds
Hunter Goodman homers three times against the Reds, becoming the first player in Colorado Rockies history to record two three-homer games in a single season.
Drake Baldwin Goes 5-for-5 with 2 Home Runs in Braves' 8-5 Win Over Rangers
Drake Baldwin Braves catcher recorded a career-best five hits and two home runs to lead Atlanta to an 8-5 victory against the Texas Rangers at Truist Park.
Samuel Basallo Exits Orioles-Astros Game With Shoulder Discomfort
Orioles rookie catcher Samuel Basallo was forced to leave the game against the Astros in the second inning due to right shoulder discomfort.