Yadi, Hinske peacemakers in misunderstanding
John Lackey understands Spanish well enough to know what Starlin Castro was saying, but didn't grasp that the Cubs' shortstop was mad at himself, not at the Cardinals pitcher. Castro…Read more
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Touch ‘em all: Minor leaguer plays all 9 spots
Milwaukee Brewers prospect Nathan Orf played all nine positions for the Class A Brevard County Manatees. Read more
Shoemaker putting his heart, iron will on display
No individual, not even the peerless Mike Trout, has played a more significant role in the transformation of the Angels than Matt Shoemaker, who has eased the pain of Garrett…Read more
Gomez’s wrist injury needs more examination
After experiencing an alarming "pop" in his left wrist during a Sunday strikeout, Brewers center fielder Carlos Gomez needs further tests to determine whether he will miss time for a…Read more
Rosenthal joins elite Cardinals club with 40th save
Though he has added plenty of unwanted tension along the way, Trevor Rosenthal joined select Cardinals company on Sunday when he nailed down the team's 9-6 win with his 40th…Read more
Behind Wood’s gem, Braves keep pace in WC race
After Evan Gattis provided support with a solo home run, Alex Wood willed the Braves to a 1-0 victory Sunday evening at Turner Field. Wood scattered five hits over eight…Read more
Giants blast Brewers for sixth straight victory
The Giants completed a three-game sweep of the Brewers with a 15-5 victory at AT&T Park on Sunday afternoon. The 15 runs were a season high, and the win was…Read more
Angels rout A’s to complete 4-game sweep
Mike Trout homered and drove in three runs, Matt Shoemaker pitched seven shutout innings, and the Angels completed a four-game sweep of the A's with an 8-1 win. Read more
Ryu cruises past Padres in return from DL
Hyun-Jin Ryu came off the disabled list and delivered seven strong innings and Juan Uribe drove in two runs in a 7-1 win over the Padres on Sunday as the…Read more
D-backs back Anderson to take series win
Chase Anderson has been remarkably consistent against the Rockies this year, and on Sunday afternoon, he helped lead the D-backs past the Rockies, 6-2, at Chase Field. Read more