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MLB on pace for lowest batting avg. since '72
The season's batting average rose one point during August to .249. Unless it goes up to at least .251 it would be the lowest since .244 in 1972.
Yankees, A's look to set tone in likely wild-card preview
New York and Oakland, who are lined up to meet again in the wild-card game, hope to establish the upper hand in this week's series.
Real or not? Matt Kemp's revival weekend saved Dodgers' season
With Matt Kemp playing hero again, L.A. took over the NL West lead, beating the Diamondbacks in the best series of the season.
Cubs ignore Maddon, go deep to beat Nola, Phillies
Chicago has been getting primed for the playoffs by beating some of the NL's top pitchers, with Aaron Nola the latest victim.
Donaldson sees Indians debut date getting closer
The Cleveland Indians knew what they were getting when they traded for Josh Donaldson: a former MVP who could help them reach the World Series. They just don't know when they'll be getting him on the field.
Red Sox expect Sale, Price to return soon
Boston Red Sox starting pitchers Chris Sale and David Price could return from the disabled list as early as next weekend, manager Alex Cora said Sunday before the team played the Chicago White Sox.
Kapler: Pitchers allowed to use cheat sheets
Phillies manager Gabe Kapler says he has been informed pitchers are allowed to use the type of cheat sheets that umpire Joe West confiscated from reliever Austin Davis on Saturday night.
Brewers recall starter Davies, reliever Knebel
The Brewers recalled reliever Corey Knebel and starter Zach Davies from the minors for the stretch run.
White Sox's Castillo back from PED suspension
White Sox catcher Welington Castillo was recalled after serving an 80-game suspension for using a performance-enhancing substance.
Yanks' Boone suspended 1 game for tirade
Yankees manager Aaron Boone has been suspended one game for his tirade during Friday's game against the Detroit Tigers, Major League Baseball announced Sunday.
Ashes of slain sportswriter spread at Nats Park
The widow of a slain Maryland sports reporter has spread his ashes at Nationals Park.
Umpire West takes cheat sheet from Phils' Davis
When Phillies reliever Austin Davis referred to a cheat sheet for information on the Cubs hitters in the eighth inning Saturday night, veteran umpire Joe West took the card, saying it wasn't permitted under the game's rules.
Head scratcher: Padres halt promo due to beetles
The Padres halted a beach hat giveaway after they said grain beetles were discovered in some of the packaging containing the items.
Cubs rotation enters the stretch run ready to dominate
After struggling for months, Chicago's playoff-tested starting pitching finally looks ready to provide an edge over the rest of the NL.
Indians map out Donaldson plan before arrival
When he's ready, Josh Donaldson will play third base with the Indians, moving All-Star Jose Ramirez to second and pushing Jason Kipnis into the outfield.
McCutchen: 'Surreal feeling' to don pinstripes
New outfield acquisition Andrew McCutchen said it was a "really surreal feeling" to put on the pinstripes of the New York Yankees for the first time Saturday.
Yanks activate Sanchez; McCutchen to hit leadoff
Catcher Gary Sanchez, who had been on the DL with a groin injury suffered in July, has returned to the starting lineup for the Yankees on Saturday.
Dodgers' Jansen bounces back, looks to the future
After a rocky return to the Dodgers' bullpen, Kenley Jansen showed the form L.A. needs from him going forward in shutting down Arizona.
What it means to be in first place on Sept. 1
The Indians hold a 14-game lead in the AL Central, but that doesn't mean much in terms of assuring them World Series success.
Dodgers do late deal for '11 Series hero Freese
The Los Angeles Dodgers hope veteran infielder David Freese can give them some offensive production against left-handers.