Major League Baseball

Phillies pound Mets, punch ticket to postseason

The Phillies clinched their third consecutive playoff appearance Friday night with a 12-2 victory over the Mets. They can secure their first NL East title since 2011 with one more win over New York this weekend.

Soto scratched after reporting soreness in leg

Juan Soto was originally in the lineup for Friday night's game against the Athletics but was pulled out after reporting soreness and swelling in his left leg. Manager Aaron Boone said X-rays were negative.

A's brace for emotions of final Coliseum 'hurrah'

The A's embarked on their final homestand in Oakland on Friday night, preparing to say goodbye to the Coliseum where they've played 57 seasons.

Senga hopeful for final weekend; Lindor still iffy

Mets right-hander Kodai Senga could return as early as next Friday in Milwaukee if he emerges well from Saturday's rehab start, but Francisco Lindor's status is a bit hazier.

DeGrom sharp again in first home start since '23

Jacob deGrom made his first home start for the Rangers since April 2023, striking out five over three innings in a no-decision against the Mariners on Friday night.

Seager expects to be ready for spring training

Corey Seager expects to be ready for the start of spring training with the Rangers after the shortstop's second hernia surgery in less than eight months.

Braves' Albies hitless in return from broken wrist

Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies returned from a broken left wrist Friday and was held hitless in Atlanta's 4-3 loss to the Marlins.

Managers, execs with most at stake

Could a disappointing 2024 season -- or postseason -- mean change is on the way? Here's who might be on the hot seat.