Major League Baseball

Astros' Alvarez (hand) has setback; specialist next

Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez has experienced a setback in his recovery from a broken right hand and will see a specialist.

Springer's 7 RBIs help Jays pile on Yankees late

George Springer had a career-high seven RBIs, including his ninth grand slam, to help the Blue Jays beat the Yankees 12-5, drawing within one game of the AL East leaders.

Giants exercise Melvin's contract option for 2026

The Giants showed their confidence in manager Bob Melvin on Tuesday, exercising his contract option for the 2026 season.

D-backs ban ticket holder after game interference

The Arizona Diamondbacks banned season-ticket holder Dave McCaskill from Chase Field for the rest of the season because of "multiple offenses" during games, including fan interference on a fly ball on Monday during a game against the San Francisco Giants.

Guardians put Arias on IL, avoids 'major injury'

The Cleveland Guardians placed shortstop Gabriel Arias on the 10-day injured list with a left ankle sprain before Tuesday night's game at the Chicago Cubs and recalled infielder Brayan Rocchio from Triple-A Columbus.

Tigers placing OF Carpenter (hamstring) on IL

The Tigers are placing outfielder Kerry Carpenter on the 10-day injured list due to a right hamstring issue, manager AJ Hinch said Tuesday.

Rangers, off 4 extra-inning games, add Dunning

The Rangers bolstered their bullpen Tuesday by recalling right-hander Dane Dunning from Triple-A Round Rock following four consecutive extra-inning games.

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Detroit was the first team to win 50 games -- but do our experts actually pick the Tigers to win it all at the halfway mark?