Nick Markakis drove in two runs and helped the Braves defeat the Nationals, 7-3, at Turner Field on Saturday afternoon. Washington’s magic number to clinch the National League East crown remains at six games.
Murphy ties Span for single-season hits record
Second baseman Daniel Murphy put himself in the Nationals’ record books in Saturday afternoon’s 7-3 loss to the Braves at Turner Field. His double in the third inning tied Denard Span for the most hits in a season with 184.
Ace Kluber notches 3rd straight 200-inning season
The Indians’ faith in ace Corey Kluber has extended beyond the expectations of what he will provide every five days. It has reached the point where Cleveland now knows what to expect from its rotation leader every year.
Strasburg tosses briefly on flat ground
Nationals right-hander Stephen Strasburg is showing signs that his arm is feeling better. He was playing catch with the team’s trainer on flat ground for about five minutes on Saturday.
Alley-oop: KD gets assist from Willie Mays
The Say Hey Kid, senior first pitch advisor.
Mall of America hosting Hall of Fame Tour
The MLB Hall of Fame Tour has arrived at the Mall of America, and several former players, including Hall of Famers Andre Dawson and Bert Blyleven will be on hand to visit the exhibit, which runs through Sept. 29.
Weinstein’s new challenge: managing Israel
Jerry Weinstein is an admitted baseball lifer, always looking for a new challenge, even as he nears his 74th birthday.
Stanton returns to Marlins’ starting lineup
There was a new No. 2 hitter in the Marlins’ lineup for their series opener against the Phillies at Citizens Bank Park.
Napoli’s ground-rule double clears 19-foot wall
Clearing the towering left-field wall at Progressive Field is hard enough for a hitter. Doing so on a fly ball that does not leave the outfield would seemingly be impossible. With an assist from the stadium lights, Mike Napoli found a way on Friday night.
‘Shoeless Joe’ author Kinsella dies at 81
Author W.P. Kinsella, whose 1982 novel “Shoeless Joe” was adapted into the film “Field of Dreams,” has died at age 81.
Epstein, Cubs join together for belated celebration
Cubs president of baseball operations Theo Epstein had made a deal with his staff that the day after they clinched the National League Central: they would watch a game from the bleachers at Wrigley Field. And that’s what the club’s architect did in Chicago’s 5-4 walk-off win Friday before joining the Cubs to celebrate the NL Central title.
Already crowned, Cubs begin party with walk-off
Now it’s time for the Cubs to party. Miguel Montero smacked a walk-off leadoff home run in the 10th inning to lift the newly crowned National League Central-champion Cubs to to a 5-4 come-from-behind victory on Friday over the Brewers at Wrigley Field.
Keuchel: Series vs. M’s to determine next step
Astros left-hander Dallas Keuchel, who has been dealing with left shoulder inflammation for a couple of weeks, said Friday he won’t try to rehab his injury if Houston falls further back in the American League Wild Card race.
Astros’ Bregman likely done for season
Alex Bregman’s rookie season is likely over, unless the Astros make the postseason.
Source: No interim GM during Preller’s suspension
In the wake of A.J. Preller’s 30-day suspension, the Padres have opted not to use an interim replacement at general manager, according to a team source.
Broxton exits with wrist injury after great catch
The Brewers were dealt a new injury Friday afternoon at Wrigley Field when Keon Broxton left the game following a collision with the center-field wall in the third inning.
Before reaching the Majors as the No. 1 Draft pick, Dansby Swanson starred in a commercial
He can do it all.