Trevor Cahill tossed a gem to help the D-backs avoid a sweep by beating the Rockies, 5-0, on a chilly and wet Sunday afternoon at Coors Field.
Gritty Mariners hang tough in win over A's
Homers by Brendan Ryan and Justin Smoak gave Seattle an early lead and Blake Beavan pitched seven strong frames as the Mariners beat the A's, 5-3, on Sunday.
Verlander returns to Kansas City to face Royals
Tigers ace Justin Verlander will try to rebound from from his first loss since last July when he takes the mound against Danny Duffy and the Royals on Monday at Kauffman Stadium.
Branca pleased to call Robinson a friend
Jackie Robinson Day at Fenway Park on Sunday afternoon included the last living Brooklyn Dodgers teammate of Jackie Robinson's on April 15, 1947, when he broke the color barrier in baseball.
Reds, Cards quickly becoming familiar
The Cards and Reds will meet for their second series of the young season, as the two NL Central favorites open a three-game set on Tuesday. Kyle Lohse will start for St. Louis opposite Johnny Cueto
Porcello, Laird end Tigers' mini-slump
Right-hander Rick Porcello was masterful, allowing one run over 7 2/3 innings, in leading the Tigers to a 5-2 victory over the White Sox in Chicago on Sunday. Backup catcher Gerald Laird homered as part of his three-hit day.
Miami hits first home taters, wins on Hanley hit in 11
At last, the Marlins brought their colorful home run sculpture to life. They did it twice on Sunday, creating a big splash at Marlins Park. But the decisive moment of an 11-inning marathon was decided the old fashion way.
Beltran pulled with tight forearm after plunking
Carlos Beltran made an early exit from the Cardinals' 10-3 win on Sunday after his right forearm began to tighten.
Votto comes through as Reds take finale in 11
For the third time in the four-game series, there were extra innings between the Reds and Nationals on Sunday. This time the Reds emerged with an 8-5 victory in 11 innings and snapped Washington's five-game win streak.
Braves look to return favor to visiting Mets
New York used a season-opening sweep of rival Atlanta as a catalyst for its surprising 6-3 start, and the suddenly red-hot Braves will be seeking to return the favor when the teams meet again on Monday night at Turner Field.
Pettitte breezes through second Minors outing
After another nearly flawless outing with Class A Advanced Tampa on Sunday afternoon, Andy Pettitte couldn't help but admit he's pleased and relieved with his progress so far.
Granderson appreciates Robinson's legacy
Jackie Robinson's legacy is sacred for everyone in Major League Baseball. As Yankees manager Joe Girardi said, “He's an example for all of us. At times, we're all going to be tested in life. It's just a great day, and I think players look forward to it. It's an honor to put on No. 42.”
Humber to make '12 debut as White Sox, O's meet
After earning a spot in the White Sox rotation, Philip Humber will look to impress new manager Robin Ventura in the right-hander's season debut against Jake Arrieta and the Orioles on Monday night at U.S. Cellular Field.
Hamilton's blast gives Rangers fourth straight win
Josh Hamilton hit a two-run home run off Twins reliever Glen Perkins in the top of the eighth inning as the Rangers rallied for a 4-3 victory at Target Field on Sunday.
Astros have tall task ahead facing Strasburg
Even with Sunday's series-closing loss to the Reds, the Nationals (7-3) are still off to the franchise's best 10-game start since 1996 as they prepare to open a four-game set with the Astros on Monday night at Nationals Park.
Sox eye four-game sweep of Rays on Patriots' Day
The Red Sox will play their traditional Patriots' Day game Monday at Fenway Park, and the Rays will send veteran right-hander James Shields to the mound to deal with the unusually early start while Boston counters with Daniel Bard, who will be making his second Major League start.
Dodgers honored to don same jersey as Jackie
The Dodgers celebrated Jackie Robinson Day on Sunday by donning No. 42 jerseys and wearing the Brooklyn “B” on their caps.