Trade Talk & Rumors World Baseball Classic MLB Press Releases CINCINNATI –- Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman had to leave Sunday’s game against the Reds at Great American Ball Park after getting hit in the head by a foul ball from teammate Michael Busch. With two outs in the fourth inning, Busch was at the plate when he swung at LOS ANGELES -- It might not be long until Shohei Ohtani is back atop the Dodgers' lineup. Following another productive day in his hitting progression, Ohtani (right biceps, left knee) remains on track to be activated from the 15-day injured list during the Dodgers' upcoming series against the Padres, manager Jacob Misiorowski has been a joy to watch this season. From the 100+ mph heat to the energy and emotion when working out of a rare jam, we are so lucky to be witnessing this happen in real time. Misiorowski has authored one of the all-time dominant seasons -- and LOS ANGELES -- The Dodgers made a flurry of roster moves before Sunday afternoon's series finale against the Giants, placing left-hander Tarik Skubal on the bereavement list, recalling right-handers Emmet Sheehan and Kyle Hurt from Triple-A Oklahoma City and optioning right-hander Seth Halvorsen. The Dodgers also gave right fielder Kyle LOS ANGELES -- Longtime Giants broadcaster Duane Kuiper announced Sunday that he was recently diagnosed with throat cancer and began receiving treatment from his doctors at Stanford Medicine last week. Kuiper, 76, said the illness was unrelated to the cancer he previously battled in 2021, when he was forced to The Blue Jays' fight to stay in the American League Wild Card race may have been dealt a substantial blow, as the club announced Sunday that right-hander Dylan Cease had been sent back to Toronto for an MRI on his pitching shoulder on Saturday. No batter wants to be hit by a pitch, but if they are going to get plunked, they probably all want the pitch to be like the one that made contact with the Giants’ Drew Gilbert on Saturday against the Dodgers. In the ninth inning of Los Angeles’ 10-4 victory, Each postseason, there are established stars looking for that elusive first World Series championship despite having been in the Majors for several years -- for some, they’ve been chasing that first ring for more than a decade. This October will be no exception. In fact, the list of some notable PITTSBURGH -- You never know when you’ll have to break out a Harlem Globetrotters-esque trick play on a baseball diamond. For Pirates first baseman Ryan O'Hearn, his time to shine came in the top of the fifth inning, with his back to the intended target. In Saturday night's 6-5 comeback CINCINNATI -- The Reds had hoped to see starting pitcher Chase Burns make one more outing so his season would reach the benchmark of 30 starts. That bid ended on Sunday when Burns was placed on the 15-day injured list with a right groin strain. A first time All-Star in NEW YORK -- Twenty minutes after the final out of the Phillies’ 10-3 blowout loss to the Mets on Saturday night at Citi Field, Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly summoned Orion Kerkering to his office. A few minutes later, Kerkering emerged, visibly shaken. He looked at his phone, then dropped

ATLANTA -- Robert Suarez gave the Braves a glimpse of where he stands with his recovery. The team will now have to decide how to best prepare him for the postseason. Suarez recorded a strikeout and allowed one hit over a scoreless inning in a Minor League rehab appearance for Plays at the plate are exciting. But sometimes, they can be especially thrilling when they’re a) unusual and b) symbolic. Wyatt Langford scored on one such play for the Rangers in their 6-2 win over the Blue Jays at Globe Life Field on Saturday night. The 2026 postseason is approaching. As you keep an eye on the standings, here is everything you need to know about how the playoff field is shaping up, as well as info about potential tiebreakers and clinch scenarios for each contender. MLB's postseason format, explained The final month of the regular season is here, and MLB.TV has you covered. With the playoff chase heating up, fans can purchase an MLB.TV Seasonal package at a new low price for the season at $29.99. The Single Team package is available for $24.99. Subscribe now through ESPN -- PHOENIX -- During their run to the World Series championship in 2001, the Diamondbacks believed trumpeter Dr. Jesse McGuire was regarded by the organization as a good-luck charm when he performed the national anthem. McGuire performed the anthem numerous times during that postseason, including before Game 7. And every five PHOENIX – On the list of Aaron Judge’s preferred activities, fielding questions about an ongoing injury issue probably ranks beneath an emergency trip to the dentist. The Yankees’ captain expressed frustration with his return to the 10-day injured list on Saturday. And while he remained vague about the severity of SAN DIEGO -- It’s starting to feel and sound a lot like the postseason at Petco Park. You could hear it when Fernando Tatis Jr. clobbered a game-tying home run to center field in the fourth inning against the Marlins on Saturday night, swaggering around the bases to a chorus HOUSTON -- When Mauricio Dubón was asked what it was like to see Ronald Acuña Jr. go on a tear over the past few weeks, he knew Acuña was within earshot. “I’ve been telling him, ‘Let me see some Ronald Acuña [stuff],’” Dubón said. “I haven’t seen it all year. ST. PETERSBURG -- The Rays’ infield has been made whole again, as Tampa Bay reinstated the versatile and valuable Ben Williamson from the injured list before Sunday’s series finale against the Red Sox at Tropicana Field. To make room for Williamson’s return, the club made the difficult decision to designate The Yankees made franchise history earlier this month, but it wasn’t on the field. It took a close look at the lineup card to notice it. In back-to-back games on Sept. 11 and 12 vs. the New York Mets, the Yankees' starting lineup included five players whom they selected and PHOENIX -- Saturday night at Chase Field began with an uplifting and emotional tribute to the 2001 World Series champion Diamondbacks, most of whom were on hand for the 25th anniversary celebration and one of the most memorable national anthems you’ll ever see. Cam Schlittler and the Yankees seemed determined One well-timed hot streak from a star player can be all a team needs to go on a big run. While many key contributors struggled in the first half of 2026, several have picked it up big time since the All-Star break, lifting their clubs to late-season success. Here are ST. PETERSBURG -- Richie Palacios didn’t hit the ball particularly hard. He didn’t hit it terribly far, either. So as his 65.7 mph popup fell toward the Tropicana Field turf in shallow right field, with Isiah Kiner-Falefa running out for it from second base and Wilyer Abreu coming in, he LOS ANGELES -- The way Mookie Betts has been swinging the bat lately is reminiscent of his best days as a Dodger. Betts drove in two runs and scored another pair in a four-hit showing as Los Angeles surged past San Francisco, 10-4, on Saturday night at Dodger Stadium, setting