Major League Baseball

Monster game: Sox's Casas homers in 1st 3 ABs

Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas homered in his first three at-bats against the Twins on Sunday, driving in seven runs in the first game of a split doubleheader.

Cora ejected in 1st for arguing interference call

Red Sox manager Alex Cora was ejected for arguing an interference call in the first inning of the opening game of a split doubleheader vs. Minnesota.

Ump Vanover retiring after 30+ years in majors

Umpire Larry Vanover was honored with a message on the scoreboard and received an ovation from fans as he's retiring after more than 30 years in the majors.

Scherzer ends year on IL, eyeing healthy winter

Max Scherzer says he believes he can still pitch at a high level after making his fewest starts since being a rookie this past season.

Orioles activate All-Star Westburg, Urias from IL

The Orioles have activated All-Star infielder Jordan Westburg and infielder Ramon Urias from the injured list before Sunday's series finale against the Tigers.

Yankees place RHP Cousins (pec) on 15-day IL

New York Yankees right-handed reliever Jake Cousins landed on the 15-day injured list on Sunday, retroactive to Friday, with a right pec strain.

White Sox lose 119th game, 1 away from '62 Mets

Luis Robert and the White Sox tied the American League record with their 119th loss Saturday night, dropping a 6-2 decision to the Padres, moving Chicago just one loss from equaling the post-1900 record of 120 losses by the 1962 Mets.

Sources: Nats demote All-Star after all-nighter

The Nationals have demoted All-Star shortstop CJ Abrams after he stayed out all night at a Chicago-area casino before a day game against the Cubs, sources told ESPN's Jesse Rogers.

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.