Stranded runners, outs on the bases and walks. Too many of each cost the Braves in Monday night's 4-1 loss to the Brewers.
Gio is first to 19 wins as Nats power past Mets
Gio Gonzalez pitched six solid innings to become the Majors' first 19-game winner in a 5-1 win over the Mets at Citi Field on Monday night.
Fister, Peavy get rematch in AL Central showdown
With only three head-to-head meetings left, the Tigers and White Sox, who own a three-game lead, continue their South Side showdown on Tuesday night. Doug Fister squares off against Jake Peavy in the second a four-game set.
Deduno in control over seven strong innings
Samuel Deduno turned in another strong outing, and the Twins' offense got to Justin Masterson late in a 7-2 win over the Indians on Monday night.
Eleven years later, baseball pauses to remember 9/11
It was never about baseball, the unspeakable terrorist attacks that occurred 11 years ago Tuesday. What's remarkable, though, is how indelibly our national pastime has become entwined with memories of the recovery process that followed.
All of baseball to remember victims of 9/11 attacks
On Tuesday, Major League Baseball and its 30 clubs will join in the commemoration of the anniversary with patriotic on-field tributes.
Astros start search for new skipper
The Astros have begun to interview candidates to become their full-time manager, owner Jim Crane said prior to Monday's game against the Cubs at Minute Maid Park. He said the club plans to talk to six to eight candidates this week before narrowing its search to two to three at a later date.
Kendrick continues to dazzle as Phils three-hit Fish
Kyle Kendrick is a big reason why the Phillies find themselves on the periphery of the National League Wild Card race with 21 games to play. He allowed two hits, one run and three walks and struck out a career-high eight in seven innings in Monday's 3-1 victory over the Miami Marlins at Citizens Bank Park.
Close to looking like Doc of old, Halladay faces Fish
The Phillies hope Roy Halladay can keep them afloat in their late push for one of the National League Wild Card spots.
Dickey looks to keep pace with Gio in start vs. Nats
On Monday night, R.A. Dickey sat in the Mets' dugout at Citi Field and watched the Nationals' Gio Gonzalez beat New York on his way to becoming the Majors' first 19-game winner. On Tuesday night, Dickey gets his chance to get even.
Clemens says he’d only pitch against contender
With Roger Clemens having pretty much ruled out a comeback this year, Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow said Monday he doesn’t expect the seven-time Cy Young Award winner to play for Houston anytime soon.
Clemens says he'd only pitch against contender
With Roger Clemens having pretty much ruled out a comeback this year, Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow said Monday he doesn't expect the seven-time Cy Young Award winner to play for Houston anytime soon.
Giants head down stretch with reinforced bullpen
The Giants start their six-game road trip through Colorado and Arizona with a reinforced bullpen, boasting five new arms added over the past 10 days.
McCarthy makes progress, might go home soon
Less than a week removed from emergency brain surgery, A's righty Brandon McCarthy continues to make steady progress and could even be heading home soon.
Berkman to have surgery, season is over
A frustrating, injury-riddled year for Lance Berkman has officially come to an end. The 36-year-old Cardinals veteran will have knee surgery on Tuesday in Houston.
Sveum impressed with Soriano's surprise season
Left fielder Alfonso Soriano's stellar season drew some high praise from Cubs manager Dale Sveum on Monday.
Dunn remains sidelined; Youkilis returns
Designated hitter Adam Dunn missed his fourth straight game on Monday, but third baseman Kevin Youkilis was back in the White Sox starting lineup following the birth of his son.