Major League Baseball

Freeman back in Dodgers' lineup after missing 2 games with knee issue

Freddie Freeman returned to the Los Angeles Dodgers' lineup on Saturday after a right knee issue had sidelined him the previous two games.

Cubs activate Cabrera from IL, move him to bullpen

The Cubs have reinstated Edward Cabrera from the 15-day injured list, with manager Craig Counsell moving the right-hander to the bullpen for now.

Jeter reunites with 9/11 victim's daughter as Yanks pay tribute in ceremony

Derek Jeter was among the members of the 2001 Yankees on hand to honor 9/11 victims in a pregame ceremony that concluded with first pitches from Brielle Saracini and Sean McGuire, a married couple whose fathers died on Sept. 11, 2001.

Rays 1st into playoffs after Caminero's walk-off HR

The Rays became the first major league team to secure a postseason spot after beating the Astros 3-1 on Junior Caminero's game-ending, two-run homer.

MLB-best Brewers clinch playoff berth after 20-0 rout

Garrett Mitchell hit the Brewers' first grand slam of the season, one of four homers for Milwaukee in a 20-0 rout of the Reds that clinched a playoff spot for the majors' best team.

Pirates rookie Valdez lands on IL after baserunning injury

Pirates rookie outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez has been placed on the 10-day injured list after he hurt himself running to first base.

Martinez fans three on nine pitches for D-backs' sixth immaculate inning

Diamondbacks reliever Justin Martinez made quick work of the Rangers' Wyatt Langford, Evan Carter and Jake Burger, striking the trio out on nine pitches Friday night.

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