Major League Baseball

Sources: Torrens, Mets agree to 2-year extension

The New York Mets and catcher Luis Torrens are in agreement on a two-year, $11.5 million contract extension through the 2028 season, sources confirmed to ESPN on Saturday.

White Sox rookie Murakami hits MLB-best 13th HR

Munetaka Murakami hit his majors-leading 13th homer of the season to highlight a six-run second inning, and the White Sox beat the Padres 8-2 on Friday night.

Plane banner urges Red Sox's Henry to 'sell' team

A small plane towing a banner imploring Red Sox ownership to sell the team flew over Fenway Park on Friday while Boston and the Houston Astros took batting practice.

Brewers' Misiorowski exits with hamstring cramp

Jacob Misiorowski's bid for a no-hitter quickly faded when a hamstring injury forced him to leave Friday night's 6-1 win at Washington.

D-backs' Vargas hit streak sets Venezuelan mark

Diamondbacks infielder Ildemaro Vargas extended his hitting streak to 27 games Friday, breaking the major league record for a Venezuela native.

Reeling Mets expected to keep manager Mendoza

The Mets have no immediate plans to fire manager Carlos Mendoza, despite the team owning MLB's worst record at 10-21.

Yanks delay Volpe's return with Caballero thriving

Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe will remain at Double-A Somerset through Sunday, the maximum 20th day of a minor league injury rehab assignment, and Aaron Boone said the team will assess then whether to activate him or option him to the minors.

O's Alonso: No final chat with Mets brass in Dec.

Pete Alonso said Friday that he didn't have a final conversation with Mets owner Steve Cohen or president of baseball operations David Stearns before signing with the Orioles.

🐶 Judge's cleats spotlight his dachshunds

The Yankees' slugger wore custom Nike cleats, featuring a logo of his dachshunds, Penny and Gus.