Aside from the standard hype that a duel between the Reds and the Cardinals might garner, this weekend will be a little extra special for the city as the Reds have dubbed it “Barry Larkin Weekend” at Great American Ball Park.

Amid a turbulent stretch of the season, Indians CEO Paul Dolan tried to offer some serenity on Thursday by backing the jobs of his manager, general manager and president.

Red Sox outfielder Carl Crawford underwent successful Tommy John surgery on his left (throwing) elbow Thursday in Pensacola, Fla.

Tigers ace Justin Verlander fanned 12 in a no-decision as Alex Avila delivered the winning hit in the 11th inning for a 3-2 victory to complete a series sweep of the Blue Jays on Thursday.

Austin Jackson has a lot of big catches to cite for a potential American League Gold Glove Award this year. He finally has a diving grab to go with them.

Freddy Galvis, recently reinstated from his suspension but still recovering from a back injury, has resumed running, taking ground balls and hitting.

With eight runs in a two-inning span, the Cardinals changed the complexion of a game that they would win, 13-5. The series sweep over the Astros put a wrap on a string of nine consecutive games at Busch Stadium.

Tigers slugger Miguel Cabrera, who had been dealing with a sore left ankle, left Thursday's series finale against the Blue Jays with right ankle soreness. He's listed as day to day.

Felix Doubront's return to the Red Sox rotation is set, while Daisuke Matsuzaka's remains up in the air.

While the Reds have been playing the Phillies, injured first baseman Joey Votto has continued progressing with baseball activities.

Friday's contest will mark the beginning of nine remaining games the division-rival Blue Jays and Orioles will play against one another this season.

Two teams riding losing streaks will open a three-game series on Friday night at Citi Field, meeting for the last time this season. Jordan Lyles will take the ball for the Astros against the Mets' Jonathon Niese.

Chris Nelson's RBI single in the eighth proved to be enough for the Rockies to finish a four-game sweep of the Mets with a 1-0 win on Thursday at Citi Field.

To celebrate Felix Hernandez's perfect game on Aug. 15 in Seattle, the Mariners and Major League Baseball invite fans to purchase a piece of history between now and 7 p.m. ET on Aug. 31.

Adrian Beltre doesn't get as much attention as many of his star teammates, but there is no doubt that he is one of key components to the Rangers' success.

Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz is set to be activated from the 15-day disabled list Friday barring any last-minute discomfort.

Angels outfielder Peter Bourjos thinks a stint on the disabled list can get his right wrist healthy for the first time all season.