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Yankees Place Jazz Chisholm Jr. on IL, Recall Anthony Volpe from Triple-A
Anthony Volpe rejoined the Yankees on Thursday after Jazz Chisholm Jr. was sidelined with a right thumb sprain.
Brewers Demote Brandon Sproat Following Four-Run Ninth Inning Against Cubs
Brandon Sproat was sent to Triple-A Nashville after walking four batters and allowing four runs during the ninth inning of Milwaukee's 8-6 win.
Dodgers to Place Shohei Ohtani on IL; Top Prospect Josue De Paula Expected to Join Team
Following a 14-1 victory over the Reds, the Dodgers announced Shohei Ohtani will move to the 15-day injured list as prospect Josue De Paula joins the roster.
Dodgers and Brewers Top 2026 MLB Core Talent Rankings
The Los Angeles Dodgers retained the top spot in the 2026 MLB core rankings, featuring elite talents Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto.
Diamondbacks Edge Royals 5-3 in 11 Innings During Corbin Burnes' Return
Corbin Burnes threw 57 pitches in his first start since June 2025 as the Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the Kansas City Royals 5-3 on Tuesday.
Jackson Chourio 2-Run Homer Sparks Brewers' 4-3 Comeback Victory
Jackson Chourio hit a tying, two-run home run with two outs in the ninth inning as the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Chicago Cubs 4-3.
Brewers Rally Past Cubs 4-3 in 10 Innings as Chicago Bullpen Slump Continues
The Chicago Cubs fell 4-3 to the Milwaukee Brewers in 10 innings on Tuesday after closer Jacob Webb surrendered a game-tying two-run home run in the ninth.
Pirates Place Isaac Mattson on 15-Day IL; Recall Brandon Eisert
Reliever Isaac Mattson was placed on the 15-day injured list with right hip inflammation, a move retroactive to Sept. 6.
Braves Starter Bryce Elder Sidelined 3-4 Weeks Following Knee Surgery
Atlanta Braves right-hander Bryce Elder is expected to miss three to four weeks after undergoing surgery on his right knee in Dallas on Tuesday.
Dansby Swanson Nears Return to Cubs Lineup Following Oblique Injury
Shortstop Dansby Swanson will begin using a Trajekt hitting machine this week as he prepares for a rehab assignment and a late-September return to the Cubs.
Aaron Judge Returns to Yankees Lineup Following Three-Month Absence
Outfielder Aaron Judge returned to the Yankees lineup Tuesday against the Rockies after being sidelined since May 31 with a fractured rib.
Salt Lake City and Nashville Emerge as Top MLB Expansion Candidates
Salt Lake City has secured $900 million in state funding and a 100-acre site for a potential MLB stadium.
Luis Lara Leaping Catch Preserves Brewers 4-3 Win Over Cubs
Rookie outfielder Luis Lara robbed Pedro Ramirez of a potential home run to help the Milwaukee Brewers defeat the Chicago Cubs 4-3.
Luzardo Dominates Braves with 12 Strikeouts in Career-First Shutout
Jesus Luzardo struck out 12 batters and allowed just two hits over nine innings in the Phillies' 1-0 victory over the Braves.
Brewers Place Grant Anderson on IL, Recall Brandon Sproat from Triple-A
Milwaukee placed Grant Anderson on the 15-day injured list Monday after the right-hander threw a season-high 44 pitches against Cincinnati.
Shohei Ohtani targets Monday return after missing four games with soreness
Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani is expected to return Monday against the Cincinnati Reds following a four-game absence.
Joe Morgan, Manager of 1988 'Morgan Magic' Red Sox, Dies at 95
Joe Morgan, who led Boston to a 19-1 start in 1988 and two AL East titles, died Saturday at age 95.
Acuña Jr. Reaches 1,000 Hits in Braves' 5-4 Comeback Win Over Phillies
Ronald Acuña Jr. launched a 100.5 mph fastball for a tying three-run home run as the Braves rallied to beat the Phillies 5-4.
Perdomo Struck by 93 MPH Liner in Diamondbacks' 3-2 Victory Over Astros
Shortstop Geraldo Perdomo left Sunday's game with a head contusion after a 93 mph Ketel Marte single struck his helmet.
Pete Crow-Armstrong Hits 40th HR in Cubs' 10-3 Loss to Marlins
Slugger Pete Crow-Armstrong hit his 40th home run of the season, a 403-foot blast, during Chicago's 10-3 defeat against Miami.
Aroldis Chapman Hits 400 Saves as Red Sox Sweep Orioles with 3-1 Victory
Aroldis Chapman became the ninth player in MLB history to reach 400 saves during Boston's 3-1 win over Baltimore.
Mariners Call Up Michael Arroyo for MLB Debut in Series Finale vs. Athletics
Seattle Mariners prospect Michael Arroyo makes his MLB debut Sunday, batting eighth and playing second base against the Athletics.
Jonah Tong Joins Mets Rotation; Jefry Yan Optioned After 9-5 Loss
The New York Mets are promoting 23-year-old Jonah Tong to start Monday in Miami while optioning viral reliever Jefry Yan to Triple-A Syracuse.
Shohei Ohtani Out for 3rd Straight Game as Dodgers Face Washington
Shohei Ohtani remains out of the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup for a third consecutive day following an 8-6 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals.