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The Orioles, winners in nine of their past 10 series, have their largest lead -- nine games -- in the American League East since 1997, and they are playing some…Read more

A year after Mets righty Zack Wheeler leaned heavily on his fastball during an impressive rookie campaign, the right-hander has earned regular praise during an inconsistent-turned-breakout 2014. The development of…Read more

George Newbern recently took in a game at Dodger Stadium where he discussed his classic role in 1991's "Father of the Bride" along with his new role on ABC's "Scandal,"…Read more

It's been 29 years since the Royals last enjoyed baseball's postseason. No sense getting in a hurry right now. Manager Ned Yost certainly isn't. He is enjoying what has happened…Read more

Cubs' No. 1 prospect Kris Bryant retook sole possession of first place in the Minor League home run race Wednesday with a two-run home run in the third inning.    Read more

Rockies left-hander Jorge De La Rosa's brown eyes burn with intensity. The scowl bubbles to the surface at times, like Wednesday night in the first inning when plate umpire Jeff…Read more

Roberto Hernandez pitched in front of the home folks for the first time, and he didn't have his best stuff, though he didn't get much help from either his offense…Read more

There had been successful pitchers from Texas from baseball's earliest days, but right-hander Nolan Ryan from tiny Alvin became the archetype. Talented. Strong but silent. Rawhide tough. All traits backed…Read more

Rockies manager Walt Weiss took a shot at getting his team a rally out of a replay challenge in the eighth inning Wednesday night against the Royals, but it was…Read more

Brett Gardner's range and athletic ability in left field were on display on two occasions Wednesday night and both at the expense of Astros right fielder Robbie Grossman.    Read more