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John Stearns, 4-time All-Star for Mets, dies at 71
Former Mets catcher John Stearns, who had been battling prostate cancer, has died at the age of 71. He played 10 seasons with the Mets, making four National League All-Star teams.
MLB marks Clemente Day with N.Y. ceremony
Major League Baseball commemorated its 21st annual Roberto Clemente Day on Thursday, with festivities centered in New York, where the Mets hosted the Hall of Fame outfielder's former team, the Pirates.
Mets' Alderson to step down, become advisor
Mets president Sandy Alderson will step down at the conclusion of a search for his successor and become a special advisor to Steve Cohen.
In first, Rays start all-Latin American lineup
The Rays started an unprecedented nine Latin American players in their lineup on Thursday as Major League Baseball commemorated Roberto Clemente Day.
Fantasy baseball pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Friday's MLB games
Everything you need to know to place your MLB bets and set your fantasy baseball lineups for Friday, September 16.
Rockies release veteran right-hander Chacin
Veteran right-hander Jhoulys Chacin, who was 4-2 with a 7.61 ERA in 35 appearances for the Rockies this season, was released by the club Thursday.
MLB Power Rankings: Which red-hot NL team made its top-3 debut?
While the Dodgers are by far the best team in the National League, two division rivals are battling it out for No. 2.
Vlad Jr., 23, hits 100th HR, will give ball to father
Vladimir Guerrero Jr., 23, hit his 100th home run, becoming the 10th youngest player in MLB history to hit the mark, and the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 5-1 Wednesday, to ensure winning a rare five-game series against a wild-card rival.
Twins' Arraez exits early with hamstring tightness
AL batting leader Luis Arraez left after the first inning in Wednesday night's win, but manager Rocco Baldelli said an MRI on his hamstring did not show "anything substantial."
M's Rodriguez steals base to join elite 25-25 club
Julio Rodriguez continued to strengthen his rookie of the year bid with another big accomplishment Wednesday, stealing his 25th stolen base of the season to lead Seattle to a 6-1 victory over San Diego.
Wainwright, Molina make record start as battery
Cardinals pitcher Adam Wainwright and catcher Yadier Molina, who made their first start together in April 2007, made their 325th start together Wednesday to set a major league record.
Minor league players unionize in 'historic' move
Minor league baseball players on Wednesday joined the MLBPA, which will now cover all players at each of the four affiliated levels as well as those at teams' Florida and Arizona complexes.
Minor leaguers are joining the MLBPA: Here's what the unionization means
After a surprisingly quick final push to a years-long process, we're answering all your questions about minor league unionization -- how it happened, what it means and what's next.
Dodgers clinch NL West title: 'First on our list'
The Dodgers blanked the Diamondbacks on Tuesday night to win the NL West for the ninth time in 10 seasons.
Yankees' Judge blasts 56th, 57th HRs of season
New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge ended a five-game homerless streak Tuesday night, hitting his 56th and 57th home runs of the season against the Boston Red Sox.
Twins lose combined no-hit bid with 1 out in 9th
The Twins came two outs shy of no-hitting the Royals on Tuesday night, as reliever Jovani Moran allowed a line-drive double by Bobby Witt Jr. to break up the bid after Joe Ryan was removed following the seventh.
Trout kept in check, HR streak falls shy of record
Mike Trout went 0 for 3 with three routine flyballs and a walk. He was chasing the mark of eight straight games with a home run.
'Progressing' Rizzo nears return to Yanks' lineup
New York veteran first baseman Anthony Rizzo said he is close to returning to the Yankees lineup after no longer suffering from migraines that were a side effect from an epidural injection to treat his ailing lower back.
Brewers' Bush (groin) done after 15-pitch start
Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Matt Bush, who was starting a bullpen game for the team Tuesday night against the St. Louis Cardinals, lasted just 15 pitches before leaving with right groin discomfort.
Dodgers clinch playoff spot -- for real this time
The Dodgers have now reached the playoffs 10 straight times, the third-longest streak in major league history. And they can clinch the NL West on Tuesday night with a win or a Padres loss.
