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Cubs' Horton exits after 3 IP 'as a precaution'
Chicago Cubs right-hander Cade Horton was removed after three innings of his start against the New York Mets on Tuesday night at Wrigley Field because of back tightness, but the club said the removal was "a precaution" after the starter threw 29 pitches.
Guardians' Fry exits after 99 mph pitch hits face
Guardians DH David Fry had to be carted off the field after being struck by a 99 mph fastball as he tried to bunt Tuesday night against the Tigers.
Tucker (calf) rejoins Cubs, but return not yet set
Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker rejoined the team on Tuesday after going to Florida last week for additional treatment on his injured left calf, though he still has "boxes" to check before he's ready to return.
First-place Jays activate Santander, cut Manoah
Gearing up for a postseason run, the Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday activated veteran slugger Anthony Santander, 30, off the 60-day injured list, and designated former All-Star right-hander and 2022 AL Cy Young finalist Alek Manoah, 27, for assignment.
Seager, Semien done for '25; deGrom set for Wed.
Rangers manager Bruce Bochy confirmed that Corey Seager and Marcus Semien will not return to play this season, though Jacob deGrom will make his last scheduled start Wednesday against the Twins.
M's scratch Woo from start, but no plans for IL
Mariners right-hander Bryan Woo will not start Thursday as scheduled because of pectoral tightness, but GM Justin Hollander said the team doesn't think he'll need to be placed on the injured list as the postseason approaches.
Mets' Megill, sidelined since June, has TJ surgery
Mets starter Tylor Megill, who hasn't pitched since June 14, underwent Tommy John surgery in Los Angeles on Monday.
White Sox move OF Benintendi (Achilles) to IL
The Chicago White Sox placed outfielder Andrew Benintendi, who has been hampered by an injury since shortly before the All-Star break, on the IL with left Achilles tendinitis Tuesday, just before a series opener against the New York Yankees.
MLB approves robot umps in 2026 for challenges
MLB's 11-man competition committee on Tuesday approved use of the Automated Ball/Strike System in the major leagues in 2026.
For A's fans, new city, same anger
A year after the move to West Sacramento, franchise still grapples with low attendance and outrage at owner.
'Everybody's waiting for that moment': Shohei Ohtani gets set for his first two-way October
Whether he's a starter or pitches in relief in the playoffs, Ohtani is primed to make even more MLB history.
MLB playoff pressure rankings: Which World Series contenders must win now -- or else?
For some teams this October, a victory would be far sweeter -- and a defeat much more painful.
Best slugger, best game ... badonkadonk of the year?! Jeff Passan's 2025 MLB season awards
Forget the MVP and Cy Young Award races -- it's time for our fun and wide-ranging regular-season annual accolades.
Fermin's walk-off hit in 11th sends Pads to playoffs
The Padres clinched their fourth playoff berth in six seasons with a 5-4, 11-inning win against the Brewers on Monday night.
Braves 2B Albies fractures hamate bone in hand
Atlanta's Ozzie Albies left Monday's 11-5 win over the Washington Nationals due to a fractured hamate bone in his left hand, with Braves manager Brian Snitker telling reporters that his veteran infielder "felt something in there that was an impingement."
Braves, Morton reunite for final week of season
The Braves signed pitcher Charlie Morton to a major league contract just one day after the veteran right-hander was designated for assignment and released by Detroit.
MLB owners OK sale of Rays to Zalupski group
Major League Baseball owners voted unanimously Monday to approve the sale of the Rays to group headed by real estate developer Patrick Zalupski, allowing the transfer from Stu Sternberg's group to close.
Yogi Berra, the Yankees and the biggest game of catch ever
How Yankees legend Yogi Berra is still bringing people together -- to break a Guinness World Record.
Battle for the AL Central: Breaking down an improbable Guardians comeback and epic Tigers collapse
With a week left, Detroit and Cleveland are separated by one game atop the division -- and the race might fall among the greatest finishes of all time.
MLB playoff rotation tiers: Ranking every team's October starting pitching options
Aces matter in the postseason. Here are the contenders who are flush with them -- and which are lacking quality arms.