Major League Baseball

'Gutsy' Cowser catch keeps O's in tight WC race

The Orioles held on to a 2-1 win over the Rockies after Colton Cowser made a leaping catch above the center-field fence for the final out Monday night.

August power: Cubs cap record month with 9 HRs

The Cubs hit a franchise-record nine home runs in a 17-3 blowout of the Brewers on Monday night, capping a month in which they hit 62 total.

Judge returning to Yankees Sept. 8 is 'possible'

Aaron Judge, 34, traveled with the New York Yankees for their West Coast road trip this week, and is nearing a return to the lineup, manager Aaron Boone said Monday night, adding that a Sept. 8 game, when the team opens up a homestand, is "possible."

Reports: Padres calling up catching phenom Salas

The Padres are calling up prospect Ethan Salas on Tuesday, who would be the youngest player to appear at catcher since Ivan Rodriguez.

Marte says he 'failed' Lovullo, booed in return

Ketel Marte was back at the ballpark Monday and in the lineup for the Diamondbacks, two weeks after the three-time All-Star's unexpected no-show before a game in Boston left the team scrambling.

Yanks fire back at 'unprofessional' Red Sox voice

Several Yankees players went out of their way to openly criticize Red Sox voice Will Flemming, calling him "unprofessional" and questioning why he would suggest a team throw at an opposing player.

Claimed by O's, Robert Jr. joins AL playoff chase

The Baltimore Orioles claimed veteran outfielder Luis Robert Jr. from the New York Mets on Monday, as they enter September in a battle for the final American League wild-card spot.

White Sox add vets Pham, Cave for playoff push

The White Sox acquired outfielders Tommy Pham from the Phillies and Jake Cave from the Rays in trades for cash considerations on Monday.

📈 Updated ranking of all 30 MLB farm systems

The busiest stretch of the year for adding prospects has passed. Here's how every organization stacks up now.