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Twins' Buxton has knee surgery, eyes CF return

TEst 4 October 13, 2023 - 3:45pm
Twins designated hitter Byron Buxton had arthroscopic surgery Friday on his right knee in an effort to alleviate irritation related to patellar tendinitis and return to center field next season.

Brewers' Woodruff could miss 2024 after surgery

TEst 4 October 13, 2023 - 1:10pm
Brewers right-hander Brandon Woodruff could miss the 2024 season after undergoing surgery to repair the anterior capsule in his throwing shoulder.

White Sox fire hitting coach among staff moves

TEst 4 October 13, 2023 - 1:10pm
The White Sox have dismissed hitting coach Jose Castro and first-base coach Daryl Boston. Chicago finished 25th in the majors in team batting average (.238) and tied for 20th in home runs (171).

Hoye, Iassogna to head ALCS, NLCS umpires

TEst 4 October 13, 2023 - 10:39am
James Hoye will be the umpire crew chief for the American League Championship Series between Houston and Texas while Dan Iassogna will head the group working the National League series between Arizona and Philadelphia.

Armed robbers break into Cards' complex in D.R.

TEst 4 October 13, 2023 - 10:39am
Armed robbers broke into the St. Louis Cardinals complex in the Dominican Republic on Friday. Burglars stole money, cellphones, jewelry and baseball equipment.

Phillies eliminate 104-win Braves, move to NLCS

TEst 4 October 12, 2023 - 9:25pm
Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos hit two solo home runs, and Trea Turner added another, as Philadelphia defeated Atlanta 3-1 to reach a second straight National League Championship Series.

Trea Turner's solo homer pushes Phillies ahead of Braves

TEst 4 October 12, 2023 - 7:36pm
We've got only one division series left. Will it end tonight?

Manfred in no rush to change postseason format

TEst 4 October 12, 2023 - 7:27pm
While some are calling for a change to baseball's postseason, which has seen some of the league's best teams in the regular season fade out quickly in October, commissioner Rob Manfred said he prefers to be patient. "It's only Year 2," he said.

Bochy 'encouraged' after Scherzer's side session

TEst 4 October 12, 2023 - 7:27pm
Bruce Bochy said he was really encouraged by how Max Scherzer threw during an off-day session, though the Rangers' manager wasn't ready to declare if Scherzer will pitch in the ALCS.

Correa: Twins will learn from playoff experience

TEst 4 October 12, 2023 - 7:27pm
The Twins have been eliminated from the postseason, but Carlos Correa is optimistic after the experience the team gained. "Next year I feel like we'll be a lot better," he said.

Reports: Gambler will earn $43.4M if Stros repeat

TEst 4 October 12, 2023 - 7:27pm
Sports fan Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale has put his money -- big money -- where his mouth is. His allegiance to Texas-based teams, particularly the Houston Astros, has both paid off and lost him millions of dollars in bets over the years.

Roberts on Dodgers' NLDS exit: 'I'll own that'

TEst 4 October 12, 2023 - 4:16pm
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts on the team's last two postseason failures: "I've got to do a better job of figuring out a way to get our guys prepared for the postseason. I'll own that."

GM says Orioles eye extensions with young stars

TEst 4 October 12, 2023 - 4:16pm
Orioles general manager Mike Elias indicated that Baltimore would like to pursue contract extensions for some of the team's top young players.

X-rays negative on D-backs' Moreno (hand)

TEst 4 October 12, 2023 - 1:28pm
Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Gabriel Moreno avoided a serious hand injury and should be ready for the National League Championship Series.

Blue Jays prez says GM Atkins to return in 2024

TEst 4 October 12, 2023 - 1:28pm
Blue Jays president Mark Shapiro announced Ross Atkins will return as general manager next season.

Another L.A. October disappointment? 5 moments that led to Dodgers' early exit

TEst 4 October 12, 2023 - 12:49pm
Yet again, a 100-win season with high expectations ended with a postseason thud. Here's where it all went wrong for L.A.

'Right now, it's a 10': How Braves-Phillies became baseball's new best rivalry

TEst 4 October 12, 2023 - 5:52am
The Braves own the regular season, the Phillies are built for October. The result? Fireworks.

Dodgers 'hurt,' 'frustrated' by quick end to season

TEst 4 October 12, 2023 - 5:25am
The Dodgers' season came to an abrupt conclusion with a 4-2 loss to the Diamondbacks in Game 3 of the NLDS on Wednesday night.

Passan: Surrounded by October chaos, the Astros find a way

TEst 4 October 11, 2023 - 11:29pm
In a week of sweeps, upsets and 100-win teams eliminated or on the brink, the Astros found a way to survive and advance -- just like they always do.

D-backs sweep 100-win Dodgers to reach NLCS

TEst 4 October 11, 2023 - 10:40pm
The Diamondbacks rode a record-setting barrage of solo homers in the third inning to a 4-2 win over the Dodgers on Wednesday night and their first NLCS berth since 2007.

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