Indians third baseman Giovanny Urshela made quite a play against the Yankees on Tuesday night during the Tribe’s 5-4 win.
Sizzling D-backs erupt in 2nd for 11 runs
It seemed as if the bottom of the second inning between the D-backs and Phillies on Tuesday night at Chase Field would never end. The D-backs struck for 11 runs and sent 15 batters to the plate, as the team continued to swing hot bats and posted an historic inning in their 13-1 win.
Harvey goes eight as Mets blank Rockies
The Mets continued their nightly romp at Citi Field on Tuesday, parlaying Matt Harvey’s eight shutout innings into a 4-0 win over the Rockies.
No. 1 overall pick Swanson to debut today
The No. 1 overall selection in this June’s Draft, Dansby Swanson, is set to make his Minor League debut on Wednesday with Class A Hillsboro.
Starlin makes great grab in 1st look at 2B
If Starlin Castro was upset about moving to second base, he didn’t show it Tuesday night. The three-time All-Star shortstop made a highlight-reel catch to help preserve the Cubs’ 6-3 win over the Brewers.
Cards rally vs. Bucs, increase division lead
Returning to St. Louis for the first time since being stung by three straight walk-off defeats in May, the Pirates once again let a lead — and a chance to tighten the National League Central race — slip through their grasp on Tuesday. Instead the Cardinals used a three-run fifth and a gutsy effort by Carlos Martinez to nab a 4-3 win and push their division advantage to six games.
Blue Jays soar over A’s for 9th straight win
The Blue Jays put together a three-run second inning with help from a pair of A’s miscues, and Jose Bautista chipped in with a solo shot in the fifth in support of right-hander Drew Hutchison, who held Oakland to two runs across seven-plus innings in a series-opening 4-2 victory, Toronto’s ninth in a row. With the Yankees’ loss to the Indians Tuesday, the Blue Jays are a half-game out of first in the American League East.
Bradley Jr. continuing to impress for Red Sox
Another day, another tremendous catch by Jackie Bradley Jr. And even more relevant in the big picture is that Bradley had a second straight strong game at the plate.
Angels stack could strike vs. White Sox
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Key things to watch for in today’s games
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With Russell, Cubs set at short for years to come
Addison Russell was the Cubs’ second baseman until last Friday, when he moved across to his natural position. He’s not moving off shortstop any time soon. Maybe not in the next 10 years. Maybe not ever.
Correa spends time with Hall of Famer Cepeda
Astros rookie sensation Carlos Correa took advantage of time off in the Bay Area by traveling to the house of Hall of Fame Giants first baseman Orlando Cepeda for dinner Sunday. Correa on Tuesday took a picture with Correa’s statue outside AT&T Park and posted it on Twitter.
‘Staying healthy and strong’ is key for Harper
Harper is one part of the team’s anatomy that must be relatively healthy in order for the Nationals to take flight as anticipated with their star-studded cast.
MLB Network to show special Astros-Giants telecast
MLB Network will produce a special afternoon game telecast incorporating a roundtable discussion focused on advanced metrics with the Astros at Giants presented by MLB Now on Wednesday at 3:30 ET.
Utley clears waivers, may soon be dealt
Chase Utley has cleared waivers. FOXSports.com reported the news Tuesday afternoon, which means the Phillies have until the Aug. 31 waiver Trade Deadline to trade the second baseman. It is a distinct possibility, based on the interest Utley has received from teams since he returned from the 15-day disabled list Friday.
Miggy hopes to return for series in Houston
Miguel Cabrera ran the bases as scheduled Tuesday at a regular pace. His forecast for a return to the lineup, by contrast, is picking up speed in a hurry. “I want to play,” Cabrera said Tuesday. “If it was me, I’d play tonight. It’s not my decision, though.”
Hamels scratched, likely to miss just one start
The Rangers have scratched left-hander Cole Hamels from Thursday’s start against the Twins because of a sore left groin muscle. The Rangers will most likely call up either Chi Chi Gonzalez or Anthony Ranaudo from Triple-A Round Rock to start instead.