Major League Baseball

Judge says he intends to be available for G1 of AL Wild Card Series

Yankees' slugger Aaron Judge told ESPN on Wednesday that he intends to be ready for Game 1 of the AL Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium next Tuesday.

Dodgers' Ohtani returns from IL; De Paula sent down

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani, who was on the injured list since Sept. 8, was activated and in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Padres.

Guerrero doubles down on contract comments: 'What I said is the way I feel'

Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is standing by comments he made during a recent interview regarding his performance this season after signing a 14-year, $500 million contract last year.

Counsell says Cubs at disadvantage after schedule change

Cubs manager Craig Counsell was quick to point out the disadvantages his team faces this weekend after the league moved Sunday's contest against the Boston Red Sox to Friday due to a poor weather forecast.

Stanton faces pitchers as Yankees hold out hope he's playoff-ready

Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton could return for the playoffs after a 5½-month absence due to calf strains.

Jays' Scherzer says announcement on future likely in next day or two

Max Scherzer said after Wednesday's game that he'll likely have something to say in the next couple days about his future.

Braves activate set-up man Suarez, target 2 appearances ahead of playoffs

Braves reliever Robert Suarez, who has been sidelined more than three months with right elbow inflammation, was activated with the aim of being used Wednesday night and again Saturday ahead of the postseason.

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