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September predictions: Playoff races, MVP and Cy Young awards, and more surprises

TEst 4 September 5, 2023 - 7:08am
With a month left to play in the 2023 regular season, here's what our experts predict will happen the rest of the way.

Twins rookie Lewis hits 3rd grand slam in 8 games

TEst 4 September 4, 2023 - 8:26pm
Twins rookie Royce Lewis hit his third grand slam of the season -- all in the past eight games -- in Monday's 20-6 rout of the Guardians.

Agent: No question Ohtani will be two-way player

TEst 4 September 4, 2023 - 7:36pm
Shohei Ohtani's agent said Monday that he plans to continue to both pitch and hit, after he undergos "some type of procedure" on the tear in his pitching elbow.

Rangers' Eovaldi will start on Tuesday vs. Astros

TEst 4 September 4, 2023 - 7:36pm
The struggling Texas Rangers will get a much-needed boost to their pitching staff on Tuesday night, when Nathan Eovaldi -- who hasn't appeared in a game since July 18 -- will start against the rival Houston Astros.

Astros' Stanek carted off in 9th with ankle injury

TEst 4 September 4, 2023 - 7:36pm
The Astros confirmed after the game that Ryne Stanek was being evaluated for a right ankle injury.

Guardians plot returns for RHPs Bieber, McKenzie

TEst 4 September 4, 2023 - 4:06pm
The Guardians are targeting a Sept. 20 return for injured right-handers Shane Bieber and Triston McKenzie to rejoin their rotation.

D-backs call up LHP Saalfrank for MLB debut

TEst 4 September 4, 2023 - 4:06pm
The Arizona Diamondbacks, fighting for a wild-card playoff spot, optioned right-handed pitcher Slade Cecconi to Triple-A Reno and promoted left-handed pitcher Andrew Saalfrank.

Dodgers' Urías facing domestic violence charges

TEst 4 September 4, 2023 - 11:53am
Dodgers starter Julio Urias was arrested on felony domestic violence charges late Sunday night, Los Angeles police told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

White Sox place RHP Lambert (ankle) on IL

TEst 4 September 4, 2023 - 9:54am
The Chicago White Sox placed right-hander Jimmy Lambert on the 15-day injured list Monday with inflammation in his right ankle.

The biggest Lone Star State showdown ever: Why Texas will be rockin' for Astros-Rangers

TEst 4 September 4, 2023 - 7:40am
Until they someday meet in October, the three-game series in Arlington is the culmination of 135 years of baseball in Texas.

Alonso passes 40-HR mark, joins exclusive club

TEst 4 September 3, 2023 - 6:02pm
Pete Alonso on Sunday became the fifth player in major league history with at least three 40-homer seasons in his first five campaigns.

Fantasy baseball pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Monday's MLB games

TEst 4 September 3, 2023 - 5:20pm
Everything you need to know to place your MLB bets and set your fantasy baseball lineups for Monday, Sept. 4.

Angels catcher Stassi won't return in '23 season

TEst 4 September 3, 2023 - 1:31pm
Los Angeles Angels catcher Max Stassi has announced he will not return this season due to a serious family medical issue that has kept him out all year.

Guardians get Naylor back ahead of playoff push

TEst 4 September 3, 2023 - 1:31pm
The Guardians activated first baseman Josh Naylor from the injured list Sunday, giving Cleveland back one of its best hitters for a September playoff push.

Rockies' Bard put on IL; Anderson returns, starts

TEst 4 September 3, 2023 - 1:31pm
Rockies reliever Daniel Bard was put on the IL with forearm fatigue, opening up a roster spot for Chase Anderson, who started vs. Toronto on Sunday.

Twins activate Castro; OF Taylor heads to IL

TEst 4 September 3, 2023 - 1:31pm
Willi Castro, who missed 18 games with an oblique strain, has been activated by the Twins, with outfielder Michael A. Taylor heading to the IL.

Rays recall Bradley, place Adam (oblique) on IL

TEst 4 September 3, 2023 - 10:01am
The Rays recalled rookie Taj Bradley from Triple-A and placed fellow right-hander Jason Adam on the 15-day injured list Sunday.

Acuña blasts Dodgers with hardest-hit ball in '23

TEst 4 September 2, 2023 - 10:50pm
Ronald Acuña Jr. homered for the third straight night at Dodger Stadium, and the Braves won their sixth straight game, becoming the first major league club to reach 90 wins this season.

Cueto wins in return as Marlins stretch win streak

TEst 4 September 2, 2023 - 5:07pm
Johnny Cueto struck out four in his return from a viral infection and helped the Marlins beat the Nationals 11-5 on Saturday to keep pace in the NL wild-card race.

Fourth Reds pitcher tests positive for COVID

TEst 4 September 2, 2023 - 4:37pm
Reds pitcher Brandon Williamson will miss Sunday's scheduled start after testing positive for COVID-19.

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