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Brayan Rocchio's Ninth-Inning Heroics Lift Cleveland to 7-6 Win Over Chicago
Shortstop Brayan Rocchio hit a two-run single down the left-field line to overcome a 6-5 deficit against the White Sox on Tuesday.
Pete Alonso Reaches 300 Home Runs in Orioles' 11-Inning Win Over Mets
Pete Alonso hit his 300th career home run to tie the game in the ninth inning before Baltimore secured a 7-5 victory in the 11th.
Brewers Secure Fourth Straight NL Central Title Behind Misiorowski’s Seven Strikeouts
The Milwaukee Brewers clinched their fourth consecutive National League Central title on Tuesday following a 5-1 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Carlos Correa Ruled Out for Remainder of Astros' 2026 Season
Manager Joe Espada announced Tuesday that Carlos Correa will not rejoin the Astros this year due to ankle inflammation, ending his comeback attempt.
Phillies Place Jesús Luzardo on 15-Day IL With Shoulder Inflammation
The Philadelphia Phillies placed All-Star pitcher Jesús Luzardo on the 15-day injured list Tuesday following a scratch from his scheduled start against the Braves.
Jacob Misiorowski and Cam Schlittler Highlight 2026 MLB Regular Season Successes
Milwaukee Brewers starter Jacob Misiorowski leads qualifying pitchers with a 31.7% K-BB rate as the 2026 regular season nears its conclusion.
Tristan Peters' 18-Pitch Walk Sparks White Sox to 7-3 Win Over Guardians
Tristan Peters drew the longest MLB walk in six years during a 7-3 Chicago White Sox victory that extended their AL Central lead.
Aaron Judge Homers as Yankees Clinch Record 61st Postseason Berth in Win Over Twins
The New York Yankees clinched their 61st postseason berth on Monday night following an 8-3 victory against the Minnesota Twins.
Dodgers Expect Freddie Freeman to Avoid Injured List Despite Knee Soreness
Freddie Freeman was absent from the Los Angeles Dodgers' lineup during Monday's 4-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds due to right knee soreness.
Pete Alonso Returns to Citi Field with Orioles Approaching 300th Career Home Run
Pete Alonso returned to Citi Field on Monday night as a member of the Baltimore Orioles, entering the matchup with 299 career home runs.
Yordan Alvarez Chases 2026 Triple Crown and AL MVP Honors
Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez leads the American League with a .325 batting average but trails in home runs and RBIs entering the final two weeks of the 2026 season.
Brewers and Yankees Emerge as Favorites in 2026 MLB Playoff Insider Poll
A poll of 16 MLB executives and scouts named the Milwaukee Brewers the National League favorite with six votes, while the New York Yankees led the American League with nine votes.
Diamondbacks Designate Lourdes Gurriel Jr. for Assignment
The Arizona Diamondbacks designated outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. for assignment prior to Sunday's game against the Texas Rangers.
Justin Verlander Targets Final Career Start During Tigers Retirement Celebration
Retiring pitcher Justin Verlander threw his hardest session in over a month as he prepares for a potential final appearance against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
MRI Reveals No Serious Damage to Jesús Luzardo's Left Shoulder
Jesús Luzardo underwent an MRI that showed no serious issues after the Phillies pitcher experienced left shoulder stiffness.
Freddie Freeman Returns to Dodgers Lineup After Missing Two Games With Knee Issue
Freddie Freeman returned to the Los Angeles Dodgers' lineup on Saturday after a right knee issue sidelined the first baseman for two games.
Gerrit Cole Yields Three Home Runs in Shortest Start Since June
Gerrit Cole allowed five runs on nine hits over 4⅓ innings as the New York Mets defeated the New York Yankees 12-2 on Saturday.
Pirates Rookie Esmerlyn Valdez Limps Off With Left Hamstring Injury
Esmerlyn Valdez exited Friday's 12-2 loss to the Chicago Cubs after injuring his left hamstring while running to first base.
Byron Buxton to Undergo Season-Ending Right Hip Surgery
Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton will miss the remainder of the season to undergo arthroscopic surgery on his right hip.
Brewers Secure Playoff Berth in 20-0 Rout of Reds
Milwaukee clinched a postseason spot on Friday night after defeating the Cincinnati Reds 20-0 behind four home runs.
Rays Secure First MLB Playoff Spot Following Caminero's 40th Home Run
Junior Caminero hit a two-run walk-off home run to give the Tampa Bay Rays a 3-1 victory over the Houston Astros and a postseason berth.
Derek Jeter and 2001 Yankees Reunite for 25th Anniversary 9/11 Tribute
Derek Jeter joined members of the 2001 Yankees team to honor victims of the Sept. 11 attacks during a pregame ceremony at Yankee Stadium.
Anthony Volpe Records Career-High 5 RBIs in Return to Yankees
Anthony Volpe hit a grand slam and drove in five runs during his first game back from Triple-A as the Yankees beat the Rockies 10-3.
Tarik Skubal and Japanese Trio Lead Projected MLB Free Agent Class
Left-hander Tarik Skubal is expected to pursue a contract exceeding $325 million as the Nippon Professional Baseball posting window opens in November.