Papi holds his own in return to first base

A lot of talk surrounded David Ortiz’s first start at first base this season and whether his 40-year-old body could handle it. The Red Sox’s designated hitter, who is in his final season, proved during the team’s 3-0 loss to the Dodgers on Saturday at Dodger Stadium that he’s still plenty agile.

Wheeler throws 1 inning in 1st rehab start

More than 17 months after last throwing a competitive pitch, Mets right-hander Zack Wheeler returned to the mound Saturday for an inning at Class A Advanced St. Lucie. Wheeler didn’t allow a hit but walked a batter and allowed one unearned run on 17 pitches, before a rain delay forced him from the game.

Miller’s 1st Tribe save finishes Kluber’s gem

Seeking a stopper, the Indians turned to their ace. Corey Kluber toed the rubber on Saturday afternoon at Yankee Stadium, tasked with reversing five rough performances by the Indians’ starting rotation, and he didn’t disappoint. The right-hander tossed eight dominant innings to lead the Indians to a 5-2 win over the Yankees.