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Federal prosecutors identify 18 alleged rigged pitches for Clase trial

Prosecutors identified 18 pitches, including one from a 2024 playoff game, that will be the focus of their case against Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase that is set for trial in November, according to court documents.

Yanks' Boone 'not going to predict anything' as Judge (calf) returns to IL

Three-time AL MVP Aaron Judge is returning to the injured list -- this time because of a right calf strain -- and Yankees manager Aaron Boone isn't sure whether the slugger will be able to return for the postseason.

'Incredible' Ramirez reaches 1,000 RBIs in Guardians' win

With a homer in the sixth inning of the Guardians' 5-3 win over the Athletics, Jose Ramirez reached 1,000 RBIs and joined Earl Averill as the only players in club history to reach that milestone.

Braves clinch 8th playoff berth in 9 years with win over Astros

The Braves are back in the playoffs after missing out last season.

Mets 1B Young will miss rest of season after collision

New York Mets first baseman Jared Young, 31, who was at home resting and recovering Friday, will miss the rest of the season because of a concussion sustained when he collided with pitcher Nolan McLean while trying to field a ground ball Thursday night.

Dodgers closer Diaz back from monthlong IL stint

Los Angeles Dodgers closer Edwin Diaz has returned from a monthlong absence due to a neck injury, making him available for Friday's series opener against San Francisco.

Ohtani makes 'productive' swing progression, but no live pitching yet

Shohei Ohtani is progressing with his swing while on the injured list, but he hasn't faced pitching yet.

🏆 Playoff tracker: Who will clinch next and more

From current playoff matchups to league races to the postseason schedule, we have everything you need to know.