On a night the Marlins suffered a significant blow to their rotation, the offense stepped up with seven extra-base hits, including a two-run homer from Marcell Ozuna, in an 11-0 win over the Cardinals at Marlins Park on Saturday.
Tigers reward Verlander for gem with walk-off
A Saturday night pitching duel between Justin Verlander and Mike Fiers ended in a battle of ninth-inning rallies, capped by Jose Iglesias’ walk-off infield single for a 3-2 Tigers win over the Astros at Comerica Park.
Tribe launches 4 HRs as Tomlin limits A’s
The Indians’ lineup experienced a power outage over the past week, making the potential need for offensive help via trade a little more more glaring. On Saturday, Cleveland turned things around for at least one night, launching four home runs in a 6-3 win over the A’s at Progressive Field.
Newcomer Nunez provides quick jolt for Giants
Recent acquisition Eduardo Nunez quickly became a crowd favorite Saturday after hitting a two-run double in the fourth as the Giants overcame a three-run deficit to defeat the Washington Nationals, 5-3, at AT&T Park.
Jameson Taillon thought he had his first career hit, but Kirk Nieuwenhuis had other plans
So, so close.
Buc stopper’s here: Nats bolster bullpen
The Nationals addressed their struggling bullpen Saturday by acquiring right-hander Mark Melancon from the Pirates. Pittsburgh received left-handers Felipe Rivero and Taylor Hearn; the latter is Washington’s No. 27 prospect, according to MLB Pipeline.
Piazza emotional as Mets retire his No. 31
Before having his No. 31 retired, former Mets star Mike Piazza stood behind a podium and said that he’d try to avoid crying during his pregame speech on Saturday. For insurance, though, the Hall of Fame catcher began his speech in front of a damp, yet eager Citi Field crowd by saying, “With all due respect to Tom Hanks, there is crying in baseball.”
Pipeline preview: Riddle working on hitting streak
Here’s a look at top prospects to watch in Sunday’s Minor League action.
Martin’s clutch 2B stuns Cubs, picks up Miley
Leonys Martin smacked a two-run go-ahead double off Aroldis Chapman in the eighth inning, helping lift the Mariners to a 4-1 victory over the Cubs on Saturday afternoon at Wrigley Field. Wade Miley held the Cubs hitless through six innings and struck out nine, outdueling Jake Arrieta.
This is what Andrew Cashner looks like without his signature beard
Did he travel backwards through time?
Royals acquire speedster Burns from A’s
The Royals acquired outfielder Billy Burns from the A’s for outfielder Brett Eibner on Saturday, the clubs announced.
Sale clears air with Ventura, teammates
Chris Sale stood in front of his teammates Thursday night following a loss to the Cubs and spoke to them about his actions the previous Saturday that produced a five-game, team-imposed suspension.
Trade candidate Hill on DL with blister
A’s left-hander Rich Hill went on the disabled list Saturday as expected with a left middle finger blister, making room for starter Dillon Overton.
Mets sign Ruggiano, put Reyes on 15-day DL
The Mets signed veteran outfielder Justin Ruggiano on Saturday and placed infielder Jose Reyes on the 15-day disabled list with a left oblique strain.
Happ(y) Jays! 11 K’s, 7-run 5th, 1st place
There’s a new team atop the standings in the American League East: the Toronto Blue Jays.
There’s a life-sized Bumgarner LEGO statue
They got the glare just right.
Carl Crawford’s son looks Gold Glove quality
The apple doesn’t fall far from the Gold Glove.