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Picking the five best possible 2019 World Series matchups
For some, Dodgers-Yankees would be too big, and Rays-Brewers would be too small. So what potential Fall Classic clashes would be just right?
Braves' Acuna third 21-year-old with 40 homers
Ronald Acuna Jr. of the Atlanta Braves has become only the third player in baseball history to hit 40 homers while 21 years old or younger.
Yankees' German put on leave under DV policy
Yankees pitcher Domingo German, who is 18-4 with a 4.03 ERA and 153 strikeouts for the AL East leaders this season, has been placed on administrative leave under the MLB-MLBPA domestic violence policy.
The biggest surprises and disappointments of the 2019 MLB season
We knew the Yankees would hit a lot of home runs, but not DJ LeMahieu and Gio Urshela. The Phillies spent big but didn't cash in. Here are the top overachievers and the worst flops.
'I love it here, but it's still a business': Mookie Betts' future looms large in Boston
Boston's title defense is over and its front office is in flux. And with their biggest star approaching his walk year, the Red Sox have a ton of work to do this winter and beyond.
Cardinals-Cubs with a division title on the line: Breaking down the high-stakes showdown
It doesn't get much better than two of baseball's bitter rivals squaring off with a playoff spot up for grabs. We look at the matchup from both sides.
S.F.'s Bochy 11th to 2,000 wins: 'I've been lucky'
Stephen Vogt hit a two-run homer and the Giants beat the Red Sox 11-3 on Wednesday night, giving Bruce Bochy his 2,000th career victory as a manager in the majors.
Stanton doubles in return; Yanks fail to clinch
Giancarlo Stanton, who had been out since June 25 with a knee injury, went 1-for-3 with a double in his return, but New York fell 3-2 to the Angels and must wait at least another day to clinch the AL East.
Cole 18th in MLB history with 300 K's in season
Astros right-hander Gerrit Cole struck out Shin-Soo Choo in the sixth inning Wednesday night for his 300th strikeout of the season. He's the 18th major leaguer since 1900 to strike out at least 300 in a season.
SF's Bochy 11th to 2,000 wins: 'I've been lucky'
Stephen Vogt hit a two-run homer and the Giants beat the Red Sox 11-3 on Wednesday night, giving Bruce Bochy his 2,000th career victory as a manager in the majors.
Stanton makes return, but Yanks fall to Angels
Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton, who had been out since June 25 with a right knee injury, went 1-for-3 with a double in his long-awaited return, but New York fell 3-2 to the Angels.
Sources: Skaggs' death subject of DEA probe
The Drug Enforcement Administration is investigating where Angels pitcher Tyler Skaggs obtained the drugs that were in his system at the time of his July 1 death in Southlake, Texas, sources with knowledge of the investigation told Outside the Lines.
Red Sox shut down Price for remainder of season
Red Sox manager Alex Cora said that David Price won't pitch again this season due to a cyst in his wrist that has limited him to a single two-inning start since early August.
Sanchez recovery to extend into '20, Astros say
Astros manager A.J. Hinch said Wednesday that Aaron Sanchez's recovery from shoulder surgery likely will extend into next season.
Venezuela baseball league delays season's start
Venezuela's winter baseball league has postponed play for nearly three weeks after MLB banned its players from playing in the league.
MLB, union donate to Bahamas on Clemente Day
The joint donation from MLB and its union will be divided into $70,000 donations to Project Hope, Water Mission and SBP.
Vazquez told police of attempted sex with minor
According to a criminal complaint released by Pennsylvania State Police, Pirates closer Felipe Vazquez admitted that he tried to have sex with a 13-year-old girl.
Stanton returns as Yanks look to lock up East
With just 10 games remaining in the regular season, Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton has returned to the starting lineup after recovering from a ligament strain in his right knee.