Major League Baseball

Astros' Alvarez has significant sprain, out 'a while'

Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez has been diagnosed with a "significant" left ankle sprain and will be out of the lineup "for a while," manager Joe Espada said.

Phillies clinch NL East with wild win vs. Dodgers

Kyle Schwarber, Weston Wilson and Bryce Harper homered, and the Phillies wrapped up their second straight National League East title with a thrilling 6-5 victory over the Dodgers on Monday night.

Yesavage sets Jays mark with 9 K's in MLB debut

Trey Yesavage struck out nine to set a Toronto record for a major league debut as the Blue Jays beat the Rays on Monday night.

Giants, in push for wild card, call up top prospect

The Giants, suddenly back in the playoff race with two weeks left in the regular season, called up top prospect Bryce Eldridge on Monday.

Bichette (knee) could move to DH for Blue Jays

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette, sidelined since Sept. 7 with a sprained left knee, sought a second opinion Monday on his injured knee, and could initially return to the lineup at designated hitter for the club as it prepares for the postseason.

Cubs activate Soroka, now being used as reliever

The Cubs activated right-hander Michael Soroka from the 15-day injured list Monday.

🔮 Predicting free agent deals: Tucker, Schwarber

Industry insiders break down the two top hitters in the free agent class as they complete very different regular seasons.