Twins first. Max Kepler homers to right field. Jorge Polanco walks. Nelson Cruz grounds out to shortstop, Willi Castro to Brandon Dixon. Luis Arraez lines out to left field to Victor Reyes. Miguel Sano flies out to left field to Victor Reyes.1 run, 1 hit, 0 errors, 1 left on. Twins 1, Tigers 0.Tigers third. Dawel Lugo homers to center field. Jake Rogers hit by pitch. Victor Reyes reaches on a fielder's choice to second base. Jake Rogers to second. Fielding error by Luis Arraez. Harold Castro singles to right field. Victor Reyes to second. Jake Rogers to third. Miguel Cabrera strikes out swinging. Ronny Rodriguez out on a sacrifice fly to deep right field to Marwin Gonzalez. Victor Reyes to third. Jake Rogers scores. Brandon Dixon strikes out swinging.2 runs, 2 hits, 1 error, 2 left on. Tigers 2, Twins 1.Tigers fourth. Travis Demeritte singles to shortstop. Willi Castro called out on strikes. Dawel Lugo singles to left field. Travis Demeritte to second. Jake Rogers called out on strikes.... [More]

Brewers fourth. Eric Thames homers to center field. Trent Grisham homers to right field. Cory Spangenberg grounds out to second base, Ketel Marte to Christian Walker. Chase Anderson called out on strikes. Lorenzo Cain walks. Yasmani Grandal singles to right field. Lorenzo Cain to third. Christian Yelich strikes out on a foul tip.2 runs, 3 hits, 0 errors, 2 left on. Brewers 2, Diamondbacks 0.Brewers seventh. Lorenzo Cain walks. Yasmani Grandal flies out to left field to Tim Locastro. Christian Yelich hit by pitch. Lorenzo Cain to second. Mike Moustakas walks. Keston Hiura singles to center field. Mike Moustakas to second. Christian Yelich scores. Lorenzo Cain scores. Eric Thames flies out to center field to Jarrod Dyson. Trent Grisham called out on strikes.2 runs, 1 hit, 0 errors, 2 left on. Brewers 4, Diamondbacks 0.

Braves second. Matt Joyce walks. Adeiny Hechavarria walks. Matt Joyce to second. Francisco Cervelli doubles to deep left field, tagged out at third, J.D. Davis to Joe Panik to Todd Frazier to Pete Alonso. Adeiny Hechavarria scores. Matt Joyce scores. Rafael Ortega grounds out to second base, Pete Alonso to Zack Wheeler. Max Fried strikes out swinging.2 runs, 1 hit, 0 errors, 0 left on. Braves 2, Mets 0.Braves third. Ronald Acuna Jr. grounds out to shortstop, Amed Rosario to Pete Alonso. Ozzie Albies homers to right field. Freddie Freeman flies out to center field to Juan Lagares. Josh Donaldson homers to center field. Matt Joyce walks. Adeiny Hechavarria flies out to deep right field to Michael Conforto.2 runs, 2 hits, 0 errors, 1 left on. Braves 4, Mets 0.Mets third. Juan Lagares doubles to deep right field. Zack Wheeler called out on strikes. Amed Rosario singles to shallow infield. Juan Lagares to third. Joe Panik reaches on a fielder's choice to first base. Amed Rosario out at second.... [More]

Indians third. Oscar Mercado doubles to deep left field. Carlos Santana strikes out on a foul tip. Yasiel Puig called out on strikes. Mike Freeman singles to shallow infield. Oscar Mercado scores. Jason Kipnis walks. Mike Freeman to second. Franmil Reyes homers to center field. Jason Kipnis scores. Mike Freeman scores. Tyler Naquin singles to left field. Roberto Perez called out on strikes.4 runs, 4 hits, 0 errors, 0 left on. Indians 4, Royals 0.Royals fourth. Hunter Dozier called out on strikes. Alex Gordon strikes out swinging. Cheslor Cuthbert walks. Meibrys Viloria doubles to deep left center field. Cheslor Cuthbert scores. Ryan O'Hearn strikes out on a foul tip.1 run, 1 hit, 0 errors, 1 left on. Indians 4, Royals 1.Royals seventh. Humberto Arteaga hit by pitch. Brett Phillips singles to left field. Humberto Arteaga to second. Whit Merrifield reaches on a fielder's choice to shortstop. Brett Phillips out at second. Humberto Arteaga to third. Jorge Soler reaches on a fielder's choice to shortstop. Whit Merrifield out at second. Humberto Arteaga scores. Hunter Dozier walks. Jorge Soler to second. Alex Gordon lines out to left center field to Tyler Naquin.1 run, 1 hit, 0 errors, 2 left on. Indians 4, Royals 2.

Rangers sixth. Danny Santana called out on strikes. Elvis Andrus reaches on error. Throwing error by Tim Anderson. Willie Calhoun homers to right field. Elvis Andrus scores. Nick Solak singles to center field. Rougned Odor grounds out to second base, Tim Anderson to Jose Abreu. Nick Solak to second. Logan Forsythe strikes out on a foul tip.2 runs, 2 hits, 2 errors, 1 left on. Rangers 2, White sox 0.Rangers seventh. Scott Heineman grounds out to second base, Yolmer Sanchez to Jose Abreu. Jeff Mathis grounds out to second base, Yolmer Sanchez to Jose Abreu. Shin-Soo Choo singles to center field. Danny Santana homers to center field. Shin-Soo Choo scores. Elvis Andrus singles to right field. Willie Calhoun grounds out to first base, Jose Abreu to Josh Osich.2 runs, 3 hits, 0 errors, 1 left on. Rangers 4, White sox 0.

Cardinals first. Dexter Fowler walks. Kolten Wong singles to right field. Dexter Fowler to second. Paul Goldschmidt flies out to deep right center field to Yonathan Daza. Kolten Wong to second. Dexter Fowler to third. Marcell Ozuna singles to left field. Kolten Wong scores. Dexter Fowler scores. Paul DeJong reaches on a fielder's choice to shortstop. Marcell Ozuna out at second. Yadier Molina grounds out to first base to Daniel Murphy.2 runs, 2 hits, 0 errors, 1 left on. Cardinals 2, Rockies 0.Cardinals second. Tommy Edman walks. Harrison Bader homers to left field. Tommy Edman scores. Dakota Hudson lines out to right field to Charlie Blackmon. Dexter Fowler strikes out swinging. Kolten Wong flies out to deep right field to Charlie Blackmon.2 runs, 1 hit, 0 errors, 0 left on. Cardinals 4, Rockies 0.Cardinals fifth. Dexter Fowler walks. Kolten Wong pops out to second base to Ryan McMahon. Paul Goldschmidt walks. Marcell Ozuna walks. Paul Goldschmidt to second. Dexter Fowler to third. Paul... [More]

Orioles first. Hanser Alberto walks. Jonathan Villar singles to center field. Hanser Alberto to third. Anthony Santander grounds out to shortstop, Willy Adames to Jesus Aguilar. Renato Nunez walks. DJ Stewart is intentionally walked. Pedro Severino grounds out to shortstop. DJ Stewart out at second.1 run, 1 hit, 0 errors, 2 left on. Orioles 1, Rays 0.Orioles third. Hanser Alberto singles to center field. Jonathan Villar called out on strikes. Anthony Santander strikes out swinging. Renato Nunez singles to right field. Hanser Alberto to third. DJ Stewart walks. Pedro Severino homers to center field. DJ Stewart scores. Renato Nunez scores. Hanser Alberto scores. Jace Peterson grounds out to shallow center field, Mike Brosseau to Jesus Aguilar.4 runs, 3 hits, 0 errors, 0 left on. Orioles 5, Rays 0.Orioles fourth. Chris Davis flies out to deep right field to Avisail Garcia. Rio Ruiz strikes out swinging. Hanser Alberto homers to center field. Jonathan Villar homers to center field. Anthony Santander lines out to center field to Kevin Kiermaier.2 runs, 2 hits, 0 errors, 0 left on. Orioles 7, Rays 0.Rays fifth. Kevin Kiermaier flies out to left field to Jace Peterson. Willy Adames strikes out swinging. Mike Brosseau homers to left field. Matt Duffy lines out to second base to Hanser Alberto.1 run, 1 hit, 0 errors, 0 left on. Orioles 7, Rays 1.

NEW YORK (AP) — Francisco Cervelli caught on with a playoff contender, just as he hoped.The first-place Atlanta Braves signed Cervelli to a one-year contract Saturday and immediately plugged the veteran catcher into the starting lineup against the New York Mets. After recovering from his latest concussion, it was his first game in the majors since May 25."The only way he's going to get to know these guys is to catch 'em," Braves manager Brian Snitker said.About two hours before the game, Cervelli said he was still waiting for his catching equipment to arrive at Citi Field. But on the second pitch he saw in his first at-bat, he laced a two-run double into the left field corner for a 2-0 lead. He added a sharp single his next time up.Cervelli, who has a long history of concussions, was granted his release Thursday by the last-place Pittsburgh Pirates after telling them he wanted to hook on with a big league team that had playing time to offer and a chance to reach the postseason. He gives... [More]

Marlins first. Jon Berti singles to third base. Neil Walker singles to right field. Jon Berti scores. Starlin Castro grounds out to shortstop. Neil Walker out at second. Harold Ramirez strikes out swinging.1 run, 2 hits, 0 errors, 0 left on. Marlins 1, Phillies 0.Phillies fourth. Corey Dickerson singles to left field. Jean Segura singles to left field. Corey Dickerson to second. Brad Miller called out on strikes. Scott Kingery homers to center field. Jean Segura scores. Corey Dickerson scores. Adam Haseley strikes out swinging. Zach Eflin singles to shallow center field. Cesar Hernandez walks. Zach Eflin to second. Rhys Hoskins walks. Cesar Hernandez to second. Zach Eflin to third. J.T. Realmuto walks. Rhys Hoskins to second. Cesar Hernandez to third. Zach Eflin scores. Corey Dickerson doubles to deep left field. J.T. Realmuto to third. Rhys Hoskins scores. Cesar Hernandez scores. Jean Segura walks. Brad Miller grounds out to shallow center field, Isan Diaz to Neil Walker.6 runs, 5 hits,... [More]

Terry Francona took one look at Cleveland's all-black uniforms and turned into a fashionista.His review? Not good."What's the slogan, 'Let the kids play'?" the Indians manager said. "Let the grown-ups look like morons."That was a common view across the majors and social media on Players' Weekend, when big leaguers wore uniforms designed to be fresh and fun, complete with nicknames on the back. But rather than a hit, the monochromatic schemes were mostly rated a big swing and miss."It's not our proudest moment rockin' these all-white milkmen jerseys," Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Saturday.Asked if he could compare them to anything he's worn before, Roberts said: "It was probably an ugly sweater over the holidays."New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone initially liked the concept. Then reality hit."When I put the uniform on I felt a little silly," he said. "I'm sure I would have felt that way if I had the white one on, too."The Dodgers and Yankees traditionally wear two of... [More]

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Pablo Sandoval grew teary at the thought he may never make another play for retiring manager Bruce Bochy, a "father figure" to the third baseman who resurrected his career during a second stint in San Francisco.Perhaps there's still a chance of another swing or two — if both man have their way, if Sandoval's ailing arm can handle it."He's like my dad, he always wants the best for me and he always cares about me. If he wants me to go out there and play I'll take one more at-bat for him," Sandoval said. "It's hard. He's one of the greatest managers I've ever played (for). Not being around playing the last few weeks of his career, it's tough, but thank God he gave me the opportunity to play nine years for him and do everything I can for him on the field and off the field. Being part of those three World Series is the most important thing we did together."Sandoval will undergo season-ending Tommy John reconstructive surgery on his right elbow. The procedure is likely... [More]

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Giants third baseman Pablo Sandoval will undergo season-ending Tommy John reconstructive surgery on his right elbow, and he became emotional at the thought of not playing again for retiring manager Bruce Bochy.Sandoval will undergo surgery the first week of September in Los Angeles by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who evaluated the 2012 World Series MVP on Wednesday and determined he needed the procedure on his ulnar collateral ligament.The 33-year-old Sandoval resurrected his career during a second stint with the Giants, used in various roles by Bochy. Sandoval, on the injured list retroactive to Aug. 11 with inflammation in the elbow, was batting .269 with 14 homers and 41 RBIs in 107 games.While Sandoval is set to become a free agent, San Francisco athletic trainer Dave Groeschner said the club's longtime strong relationship with Sandoval makes it a case in which the Giants will monitor Sandoval's progress and get him set up with physical therapists in the Miami area where he spends the offseason.If Sandoval can somehow do it, Bochy would like to get him one more at-bat before the surgery — and Sandoval smiled at the idea, then fought tears as he discussed Bochy's influence as a "father figure."___More AP MLB: https://apnews.com/MLB and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports

NEW YORK (AP) — The first-place Atlanta Braves have signed catcher Francisco Cervelli and immediately plugged him into the starting lineup against the New York Mets.Cervelli, who has a history of concussions, was recently granted his release by the Pittsburgh Pirates. He gives the NL East leaders a veteran replacement for injured catcher Brian McCann, who is sidelined with a sprained left knee.The 33-year-old Cervelli joined the Braves on Saturday at Citi Field and was set to bat seventh against Mets right-hander Zack Wheeler. Atlanta manager Brian Snitker says Cervelli will split playing time with Tyler Flowers behind the plate and likely remain with the club when McCann returns because by then rosters will have expanded in September.Cervelli batted .193 in 34 games for the Pirates this season before getting hurt. He is a .269 career hitter with 36 home runs in 700 major league games.To make roster room for Cervelli, the Braves optioned catcher Alex Jackson to Triple-A Gwinnett and transferred left-hander Grant Dayton to the 60-day injured list.___More AP MLB: https://apnews.com/MLB and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports

Cardinals first. Dexter Fowler grounds out to first base to Daniel Murphy. Kolten Wong reaches on error. Fielding error by Ryan McMahon. Paul Goldschmidt lines out to right center field to Charlie Blackmon. Marcell Ozuna homers to center field. Kolten Wong scores. Paul DeJong walks. Yadier Molina singles to right field. Paul DeJong to second. Tommy Edman grounds out to second base, Ryan McMahon to Daniel Murphy.2 runs, 2 hits, 1 error, 2 left on. Cardinals 2, Rockies 0.Cardinals fourth. Tommy Edman doubles to center field. Harrison Bader walks. Jack Flaherty out on a sacrifice bunt to shallow infield, Peter Lambert to Ryan McMahon. Harrison Bader to second. Tommy Edman to third. Dexter Fowler walks. Kolten Wong hit by pitch. Dexter Fowler to second. Harrison Bader to third. Tommy Edman scores. Paul Goldschmidt pops out to Daniel Murphy. Marcell Ozuna lines out to center field to Yonathan Daza.1 run, 1 hit, 0 errors, 3 left on. Cardinals 3, Rockies 0.Cardinals fifth. Paul DeJong grounds... [More]

HOUSTON (AP) — Amid criticism from Major League Baseball, the Houston Astros on Thursday defended the team's decision to deny a newspaper reporter access to the clubhouse until after ace pitcher Justin Verlander finished his postgame session with the media.MLB said Wednesday night's incident violated its media guidelines and the Detroit Free Press said barring its reporter, Anthony Fenech, was "intolerable."Verlander, who played for Detroit for 13 seasons, had just pitched a two-hitter in a 2-1 loss to the Tigers. The Astros opened their clubhouse at 9:35 p.m. As the rest of the media was allowed to enter, Fenech, who has a credential issued by the Baseball Writers' Association of America, was stopped by three Astros security officials.Fenech contacted MLB vice president of communications Mike Teevan and was allowed in at 9:41 p.m., after Verlander had concluded his media session. Fenech approached Verlander, who said: "I'm not answering your questions."Verlander addressed the situation... [More]

HOUSTON (AP) — Amid criticism from Major League Baseball, the Houston Astros on Thursday defended the team's decision to deny a newspaper reporter access to the clubhouse until after ace pitcher Justin Verlander finished his postgame session with the media.MLB said Wednesday night's incident violated its media guidelines and the Detroit Free Press said barring its reporter, Anthony Fenech, was "intolerable."Verlander, who played for Detroit for 13 seasons, had just pitched a two-hitter in a 2-1 loss to the Tigers. The Astros opened their clubhouse at 9:35 p.m. As the rest of the media was allowed to enter, Fenech, who has a credential issued by the Baseball Writers' Association of America, was stopped by three Astros security officials.Fenech contacted MLB vice president of communications Mike Teevan and was allowed in at 9:41 p.m., after Verlander had concluded his media session. Fenech approached Verlander, who said: "I'm not answering your questions."Verlander addressed the situation... [More]

PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates are parting ways with veteran catcher Francisco Cervelli, who's worked his way back from another concussion and is hoping to catch on with a contender.The Pirates announced Thursday they had requested unconditional release waivers on the 33-year-old Cervelli. He's played 34 games this season, hitting .193 with one home run and five RBIs.Cervelli has suffered several concussions in his career, and hasn't played in the majors since his most recent one on May 25.Pittsburgh general manager Neal Huntington says the club wants give Cervelli — who recently completed a rehabilitation assignment — an opportunity to sign with another team rather than sit the bench.The last-place Pirates have split the catching duties between Elias Diaz and Jacob Stallings. Cervelli is in the final season of a three-year, $31 million contract.Pirates manager Clint Hurdle said there was a plan in place to have Cervelli return this season."We started talking about different opportunities,"... [More]

HOUSTON (AP) — Amid criticism from Major League Baseball, the Houston Astros on Thursday defended the team's decision to deny a newspaper reporter access to the clubhouse until after ace pitcher Justin Verlander finished his postgame session with the media.MLB said Wednesday night's incident violated its media guidelines and the Detroit Free Press said barring its reporter, Anthony Fenech, was "intolerable."Verlander, who played for Detroit for 13 seasons, had just pitched a two-hitter in a 2-1 loss to the Tigers. The Astros opened their clubhouse at 9:35 p.m. As the rest of the media was allowed to enter, Fenech, who has a credential issued by the Baseball Writers' Association of America, was stopped by three Astros security officials.Fenech contacted MLB vice president of communications Mike Teevan and was allowed in at 9:41 p.m., after Verlander had concluded his media session. Fenech approached Verlander, who said: "I'm not answering your questions."Verlander addressed the situation... [More]

HOUSTON (AP) — Amid criticism from Major League Baseball, the Houston Astros on Thursday defended the team's decision to deny a newspaper reporter access to the clubhouse until after ace pitcher Justin Verlander finished his postgame session with the media.MLB said Wednesday night's incident violated its media guidelines and the Detroit Free Press said barring its reporter, Anthony Fenech, was "intolerable."Astros vice president of communications Gene Dias said beat writer Fenech was blocked at the request of Verlander, who played for Detroit for 13 seasons and had just pitched a two-hitter in a 2-1 loss to the Tigers.The Astros opened their clubhouse at 9:35 p.m. As the rest of the media was allowed to enter, Fenech, who has a credential issued by the Baseball Writers' Association of America, was stopped by three Astros security officials.Fenech contacted MLB vice president of communications Mike Teevan and was allowed in at 9:41 p.m., after Verlander had concluded his media session. Fenech... [More]

HOUSTON (AP) — A reporter for the Detroit Free Press was denied access to the Houston Astros clubhouse on Wednesday night until Justin Verlander finished his postgame media session.According to the Free Press, Astros vice president of communications Gene Dias said beat writer Anthony Fenech was blocked at the request of Verlander. According to Dias, Verlander said he would not speak to any credentialed media while Fenech was present.The incident came after Verlander, who played for the Detroit Tigers for 13 seasons, pitched a two-hitter as the Astros lost 2-1.The Astros opened their clubhouse at 9:35 p.m. and as the rest of the assembled media was allowed to enter the clubhouse, Fenech, who has a credential issued by the Baseball Writers' Association of America was stopped by three Astros security officials.Fenech contacted MLB vice president of communications Mike Teevan and was allowed into the clubhouse at 9:41 p.m., after Verlander had concluded his media session. Fenech approached... [More]