Major League Baseball

Once waived Smith keeps D-backs in playoff hunt with walk-off

Pavin Smith, a former highly-touted prospect who was waived by the Diamondbacks two months ago, may have saved Arizona's season with a walk-off homer vs. the Yankees to stay alive in the wild card race.

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.

Yankees' Judge hopes to be back for Oct. but has no return timeline

New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge hopes to be back in time for the playoffs next month but is unsure on a definitive timeline.

Beltran, inducted into team HOF, says no current interest in Mets job

Carlos Beltran wouldn't rule out interviewing to become manager of the Mets, a job he left before he ran a single game in 2020, but he didn't sound all that interested.

Quantrill exits Rangers' win after 12 pitches; MRI slated for Sunday

Texas Rangers veteran starter Cal Quantrill, who is 9-5 this season, left Saturday night's game against the Toronto Blue Jays after facing just four batters because of right lat tightness.

Brewers match franchise record with 97th win

The Milwaukee Brewers tied a team record with their 97th win of the season, beating Baltimore 1-0.

Orioles activate Bautista after 14-month absence; Mancini retires

The Orioles activated reliever Félix Bautista after a 14-month absence following shoulder surgery. In addition, Trey Mancini signed a one-day deal and has retired.

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