With only three games remaining, the reeling White Sox travel to Cleveland to finish the regular season trailing the Tigers by three games in the American League Central.
Tribe rides 10-run outburst to rout of Royals
Asdrubal Cabrera’s grand slam capped off a 10-run fifth inning, as the Indians cruised to a 15-3 victory over the Royals on Sunday in the rubber game of the series at Progressive Field.
Orioles clinch first postseason berth since 1997
In an incredible season in which Baltimore has defied expectations, the Orioles officially clinched a postseason berth Sunday night after Texas defeated the Angels in the second game of a doubleheader.
With much on line, Yanks host rival Red Sox
Boston’s season may be winding down, but the Yankees will have plenty to play for in Monday’s series opener against the Red Sox. New York enters the three-game set tied with the Orioles atop the American League East.
O’s, Rays meet in pivotal series for both clubs
The Orioles are fighting for the American League East title. The Rays are just hoping to nab an AL Wild Card berth. Both teams need each game of their regular-season-ending three-game series, which starts Monday night at Tropicana Field.
Beltran’s two blasts lead charge as Cards close in
The Cardinals postponed one celebration by inching closer to their own with a 10-4 win over the Nationals at Busch Stadium on Sunday, when Carlos Beltran led the charge with five RBIs.
White Sox rotation not yet set for Cleveland series
Rookie Hector Santiago looks to be the man opening the White Sox three-game road set in Cleveland on Monday night, following fellow rookie Jose Quintana, who starts in Sunday’s home finale. But manager Robin Ventura still would not confirm a three-game rotation as of Saturday afternoon.
Price offers take on what 20 wins would mean
David Price leads the Major Leagues with a 2.56 ERA, and on Sunday, he’ll start for the Rays with a chance to earn his career-high 20th win of the season.
AL East lead cut as Yanks lose grip in Toronto
Adeiny Hechavarria launched a run-scoring double off Joba Chamberlain for the go-ahead hit as the Blue Jays again embraced their role as September spoilers, sending the Yankees to a costly 3-2 defeat on Saturday at Rogers Centre.
Orioles claim Pearce off waivers from Yankees
The Orioles on Saturday claimed claimed Steve Pearce off waivers from the Yankees. To make room on the 40-man roster, Oliver Drake was recalled and placed on the 60-day DL with shoulder tendinitis.
Romero exits final start with left knee injury
Blue Jays left-hander Ricky Romero was forced to exit Saturday afternoon’s start against the Yankees — his final outing of the season — prematurely with left knee discomfort.
Farrell considers Encarnacion MVP contender
Toward the end of a career year at the plate, Blue Jays slugger Edwin Encarnacion should find his name toward the top of the American League Most Valuable Player ballot, according to manager John Farrell.
Cano in lineup after X-rays come back clean
The Yankees were relieved to learn that X-rays on Robinson Cano’s left hand were negative, and the second baseman was back in New York’s starting lineup on Saturday afternoon, batting cleanup.
MLB Notebook: Homer happy to enter record books
With his 10 strikeouts vs. the Pirates on Friday, Homer Bailey became the first Reds pitcher since Jim Maloney in 1969 to notch double-digit K’s while tossing a no-hitter.
Perez slated to start on Monday — for now
Rookie left-hander Martin Perez is scheduled to pitch on Monday against the Athletics. But Ron Washington said Perez is in the bullpen this weekend against the Angels and will be used if needed.
Ogando and Uehara ready to take on greater roles
Reliever Mike Adams is sidelined with a shoulder injury and may not be ready for the playoffs. That means Alexi Ogando and/or Koji Uehara will have to step up as the Rangers go into postseason.
After Friday scare, Cruz continues injury-free season
After a hard slide into second base on Friday night, Nelson Cruz was slow to get up. But the Rangers right fielder just had the wind knocked out of him and he was fine.