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What channel is Diamondbacks vs. Rangers Game 2 on today?

If Game 1 was any indication of how the 2023 World Series will go, we're in for a treat. Game 2 will take place on Saturday. Here's how you can tune in.

Kyle Irving

Adolis Garcia's walk-off home run leads Rangers over Diamondbacks in instant classic

Adolis Garcia played hero in Game 1 of the World Series, delivering a walk-off home run to lead the Rangers over the Diamondbacks in the 11th inning.

Kyle Irving

A timeline of Bruce Bochy's World Series appearances, wins from 1998 to 2023

Bochy is now taking his third different team to the World Series, his fifth overall appearance in the Fall Classic.

Edward Sutelan

How Bruce Bochy went from retirement to World Series in one year

Bruce Bochy stepped away from baseball after the 2019 season, but he finds himself right back in the mix for a fourth championship here in 2023.

Dan Treacy

Timeline of George W. Bush's Rangers ownership

Former president George W. Bush will throw out the first pitch ahead of Game 1 of the World Series, extending a long relationship with the Rangers. Here's what you need to know about his role in owning the team.

Dan Treacy

The story and meaning behind Adolis Garcia's 'El Bombi' nickname

Garcia has been a slugging machine for the Rangers during the 2023 postseason.

Bryan Murphy

How Rangers' Adolis Garcia can break MLB playoff RBI record in World Series

Garcia has a chance at more history during his legendary 2023 postseason with the Rangers.

Bryan Murphy

How Adolis Garcia emerged as a star after being cut by Cardinals, Rangers

Adolis Garcia is baseball's newest postseason hero, but there was a time when his MLB future appeared bleak. Here's what you need to know about Garcia's timeline from St. Louis to Texas.

Dan Treacy

Why Diamondbacks will beat Rangers in stunning World Series matchup

Here are Sporting News' picks and predictions for the 2023 World Series between the Diamondbacks and Rangers, two surprising finalists that defied the odds throughout the MLB season and playoffs.

Ryan Fagan

How Creed songs became Rangers' unofficial soundtrack for playoff run

The Rangers have torn through the American League to start the postseason -- can Creed take them even higher?

Dan Treacy

Adolis Garcia caps off historic ALCS with two-homer Game 7 vs. Astros

Garcia's power binge led him to being named the ALCS MVP.

Edward Sutelan

Rangers mash way to World Series for first time since 2011

The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Game 7 of the 2023 ALCS.

Dan Treacy

Rangers blow past Astros in Game 7; eye first World Series title

Rangers additions prior to spring training were part of a formula that has produced the American League pennant.

Ryan Fagan

Revisiting the Rangers' World Series history

The Rangers find themselves on the brink of an appearance in the Fall Classic. Here's what you need to know about their history in baseball's preeminent event.

David Suggs

Rangers even ALCS in Game 6 on three homers, Adolis Garcia grand slam

The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Rangers vs. Astros in Game 6 of the ALCS on Sunday night. Follow for complete results from the 2023 MLB playoff game.

Edward Sutelan

Complete Astros vs. Rangers ALCS schedule

Here's all the information you need to watch the Astros take on the Rangers in the 2023 ALCS.

Edward Sutelan

Why were Bryan Abreu, Adolis Garcia ejected? Astros reliever hits Rangers star outfielder, prompting scuffle

Garcia was furious after he was hit on the first pitch of his at-bat against Abreu.

Edward Sutelan

What channel is Astros vs. Rangers Game 5 on today?

The Astros have evened the ALCS at two games apiece after picking up back-to-back wins over the Rangers.

Kyle Irving

Everything to know about star Rangers rookie Evan Carter

Carter has become a postseason hero for the Rangers so far. Here's everything you need to know about Texas' rookie outfielder.

Edward Sutelan

Where do the Texas Rangers play?

All you need to know about the home of the Texas Rangers and its proximity to Houston in this all-Texas ALCS.

Dan Treacy

What channel is ALCS Game 2 today?

All you need to know to watch the Astros and Rangers face off in Game 2 of the ALCS on Monday.

Dan Treacy

Will Rangers ace Max Scherzer pitch in the ALCS?

Could the Rangers receive some pitching reinforcements ahead of their series against the Astros? Here's the latest on Scherzer's status.

Edward Sutelan

Complete Rangers vs. Orioles ALDS schedule

Here's all the information you need to watch the Rangers take on the Orioles in the 2023 ALDS.

Edward Sutelan

Orioles manager Brandon Hyde calls Gunnar Henderson's ninth-inning steal attempt a 'miscommunication'

It was clear Henderson was not supposed to attempt that late stolen base.

Edward Sutelan

Why Max Scherzer, Jacob deGrom aren't available for Rangers to start playoffs

The Rangers engineered a 22-win turnaround from last season, but injury luck was rarely on their side. Here's a closer look at what is keeping aces Jacob deGrom and Max Scherzer off the mound in the postseason.

Dan Treacy

How old is Rangers manager Bruce Bochy?

Bruce Bochy is back in the postseason after guiding the Rangers to a revival this season. Here's what you need to know about his age and career timeline.

Dan Treacy

Rays vs. Rangers Game 1 at Tropicana Field draws smallest MLB postseason game crowd since 1919

The Rays made dubious history in their 4-0 Game 1 loss to the Rangers, and it didn't come on the field.

Jacob Camenker

Rays vs. Rangers AL Wild Card series schedule

Here's all the information you need to watch the Rays take on the Rangers in the 2023 wild-card series.

Edward Sutelan

Brothers Josh, Nathaniel Lowe face off in Rays-Rangers playoff series

No matter what happens in the wild-card series, one Lowe brother will be moving on to the ALDS.

Edward Sutelan

Josh, Nathaniel Lowe meet in playoff series as mom Wendy battles cancer

Josh and Nathaniel Lowe will have more than baseball on their minds as they get together at Tropicana Field.

Edward Sutelan

Latest injury updates on Rangers SP Max Scherzer

Here are the latest updates on Rangers starter Max Scherzer after he left a start vs. the Blue Jays with an injury.

Dan Treacy

Grading the deal that sends Max Scherzer from Mets to Rangers

The Rangers and Mets found themselves in diametrically different positions heading into this year's trade deadline. Both acted accordingly in the Max Scherzer trade.

David Suggs

Max Scherzer headed to Rangers ahead of MLB deadline: Trade details

Mad Max is going south. Rangers fans have something to be excited about.

David Suggs

Latest injury updates on Rangers SS Corey Seager

Corey Seager has hit like an MVP candidate when healthy this season, but the Rangers star could be headed for his second IL stint of the year.

Dan Treacy

Why the Cardinals cut ties with Adolis Garcia

Adolis Garcia has blossomed into a star with the Rangers, and he's one of many players to take off after leaving the Cardinals.

Dan Treacy

Rangers trade for Royals' Aroldis Chapman ahead of MLB trade deadline

The Rangers acquired a reliever ahead of the trade deadline.

Kevin Skiver

Why controversial obstruction call allowed Elvis Andrus to score vs. Rangers

Tuesday's game between the Rangers and White Sox was upended by a controversial obstruction call that led to the go-ahead run. Here's what you need to know about why obstruction was called.

Dan Treacy

Full timeline of Jacob deGrom's injury history

With the news that Rangers starter Jacob deGrom is set to undergo Tommy John surgery, The Sporting News takes a look at the ace's lengthy injury history.

Dan Treacy

How long is Jacob deGrom out? Tommy John surgery gives Rangers ace lengthy timeline for return

The Rangers have been just fine without their ace, but they will be without their biggest offseason acquisition for quite some time.

Edward Sutelan

MLB Power Rankings: Rangers shoot way up on June's TSN15

It’s the first full week of June, which means it’s time for the updated TSN15.

Ryan Fagan

Who is Grant Anderson? Meet the Rangers reliever who sparkled in MLB debut

The Rangers were in desperate need of bullpen relief. Fortunately, Grant Anderson seems ready to provide that.

David Suggs

Latest updates on Rangers SP Jacob deGrom's arm injury

Jacob deGrom is dealing with another tweak to his body, this one being an elbow issue.

Kevin Skiver

Latest injury updates on Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom

Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom left yet another start, this time after four dominant innings.

Dan Treacy

Astros' Martin Maldonado to make ESPN history on Sunday night telecast

The latest mic'd-up player on an MLB broadcast will be behind the dish.

Edward Sutelan

Bobby Witt Jr. foul ball caught by dad in stands during Royals-Rangers game

Bobby Witt Sr. caught plenty of baseballs during his time with the Rangers. This time, he made an unlikely catch from his son 22 years after his playing days were done.

Edward Sutelan

Jacob deGrom's Rangers debut a dud as prized free agent gets KO'd on Opening Day

DeGrom signed a huge contract with the Rangers in the offseason. His first time pitching for Texas didn't go so well.

Edward Sutelan

Rangers have big contracts, big expectations deep in the heart of Texas

The Rangers were aggressive in the offseason, and the moves seem primed to pay off.

Ryan Fagan

Adrián Beltré headlines Hall of Fame class of 2024 ballot

Let’s take a look at the BBWAA ballot for the class of 2024, the newcomers and the holdovers.

Ryan Fagan

Jacob deGrom inks massive deal to join Rangers, leaving Mets

The AL West just got that much more interesting. Here's everything you need to know about deGrom's mammoth deal.

David Suggs

Why the Rangers fired manager Chris Woodward

The Sporting News details why manager Rangers Chris Woodward was dismissed midway through his fourth season.

David Suggs

Why Rangers icon Nolan Ryan isn't on Dallas' Mount Rushmore

The fourth and final spot on SN's Dallas Mount Rushmore came down to two absolutely deserving athletes. Here's why we chose a third Dallas Cowboy over Nolan Ryan.

Bob Hille

Kumar Rocker chosen 3rd overall in MLB Draft 2022: Why the Rangers took the ex-Vanderbilt ace who didn't sign in '21

Kumar Rocker reunites with college teammate Jack Leiter in the Texas system. The Rangers' front office seems confident in its choice.

Kevin Skiver

Why Rangers' Chris Woodward is wrong about Yankee Stadium 'little-league ballpark' label

Both teams can use the short porch, Chris.

Joe Rivera

Corey Seager contract details

Seager was the latest signing of a team that is committing major resources to improving its chances to compete in 2022.

Edward Sutelan

Joey Gallo trade grades: Yankees add lots of left-handed power, Rangers cash in an asset

Texas parts with the slugger one-plus years before he's eligible to become a free agent.

Tom Gatto

Blue Jays returning to Toronto after receiving clearance from Canadian government

Canada's MLB team will be back home at the end of July.

Tom Gatto

Who is Adolis Garcia? What to know about the slugging Rangers outfielder

Garcia is now tied for the MLB lead in home runs after he's clubbed five in his past five games.

Edward Sutelan

Corey Kluber's no-hitter completes long, methodical return to greatness

It's no surprise that Kluber ascended back to top-of-the-line form with the same machine-like efficiency that got him to the top of the mountain in the first place.

Joe Rivera

Musgrove makes Padres history with no-hitter

The right-hander ends a 52-year, 8,205-game drought in his second start with the franchise.

Tom Gatto

Rangers farewell graphic to Rougned Odor features infamous Jose Bautista punch

One of Odor's greatest hits was featured on a goodbye graphic.

Joe Rivera

Rangers pack stands at Globe Life Field

The Rangers allowed 100 percent capacity at Globe Life Field for their home opener Monday, despite COVID-19 still affecting the state of Texas.

Zac Al-Khateeb

MLB games today: Full TV schedule for 2021 Opening Day baseball on ESPN, Fox, MLB Network

Here's what you need to know to watch opening weekend of the 2021 MLB season, including a full TV schedule with start times and TV channels.

Joe Rivera

When is Opening Day 2021? Date, schedule, start times for all 30 MLB teams

Major League Baseball is returning to a full 162-game slate in 2021 after a shortened season last year. Here's everything to know about Opening Day, including the full TV schedule with start times for all 30 teams.

Joe Rivera

MLB's rule change experiments: The good and the bad

Spoiler: It's mostly bad, especially the potential ban on shifts and the limits on teams' ability to control the running game.

Tom Gatto

Lance Lynn trade grades: Big get for White Sox

Chicago and Texas make a late-night deal during the Winter Meetings. The transaction shows where each team is in relation to contending for a playoff berth.

Tom Gatto

Did Russell Wilson play baseball? Yes, and the Yankees still own his MLB draft rights

Russell Wilson's MLB rights are still owned by the Yankees. While the Seahawks quarterback isn't going anywhere, it's worth revisiting his baseball career as he competes in the NFC West with fellow former baseball player Kyler Murray.

Billy Heyen

Rangers feel Fernando Tatis Jr. broke 'unwritten rule' by hitting grand slam

Rangers manager Chris Woodward said he "didn’t like" Fernando Tatis Jr. swinging at a 3-0 pitch during a blowout.

Jordan Heck

Angels rookie Jo Adell knocks a ball over the fence — with his glove for a four-base error

The LA rookie gifted the Rangers a run during their game in Arlington.

Tom Gatto

A's bench coach Ryan Christenson says he didn't intend Nazi salute after game

"I did it but it was not intentional," Christenson told the San Francisco Chronicle. "I don’t know what more to say.”

Dan Bernstein

MLB Opening Day 2020 live scores, updates, highlights from Friday's baseball games

There are 26 MLB teams starting their quest for a World Series appearance today. Sporting News will be tracking highlights, scores, updates and more.

Joe Rivera

MLB games today: Full TV schedule for 2020 Opening Day baseball on ESPN, Fox, MLB Network

Here's what you need to know to watch opening weekend of the 2020 MLB season, including a full TV schedule with start times and TV channels.

Joe Rivera

New Rangers ballpark gets blasted by baseball fans: 'Sheet metal warehouse look'

The Rangers are moving across the street, and people are thinking maybe they shouldn't.

Joe Rivera

If MLB loses the 2020 season, a salary cap should be part of its vision for the future

Baseball can at least use a nixed year as an opportunity fix its woefully short supply of competition.

Mike DeCourcy

MLB presents its idea of socially distant baseball to teams

Teams have a lot to unpack. MLB is trying to cover every potential coronavirus hazard.

Tom Gatto

Mark Teixeira's MLB salary math: Half of something is greater than nothing

The former slugger says players need to "bend" this one time for the greater good and accept a bad deal from owners.

Tom Gatto

MLB payrolls 2020: Five takeaways from reported salary figures

Big-market teams are spending the most, but the league overall has been careful to keep a lid on expenses.

Tom Gatto

The Indians are losing the Corey Kluber trade even harder

The main part of Cleveland's return for Kluber has been suspended for PEDs after being sidelined with a shoulder injury in spring training.

Tom Gatto

Joey Gallo can't believe 'MLB The Show 20' used these photos of him

The Rangers star is upset about the images used for him in the background of the menu screen.

Jordan Heck

Joey Gallo took Blake Snell deep in 'MLB The Show 20,' same as he did in a real game

Someone remembered that Gallo hit a ball a long way off Snell at the Trop last year.

Tom Gatto

Rumored MLB 2020 season plan: Three reactions

July opening? November ending? That's the latest speculation. Some thoughts on those rumors.

Tom Gatto

Missing Opening Day: Overreactions to Strat-O-Matic simulations

It's already like that in the baseball world. Hey, games are games and stats are stats.

Tom Gatto

Here's how to watch MLB spring training games this year

The Astros are obviously the biggest storyline of spring action, but all teams carry compelling narratives worth fan attention.

Dan Bernstein

When is Opening Day 2020? Schedule, start times for all 30 MLB teams

Opening Day is right around the corner. Here's everything you need to know about the start of the 2020 MLB season.

Joe Rivera

MLB's starting pitcher shakeup will lead to interesting 2020 homecomings

Many nice things will be said when these top hurlers visit their former parks for the first time, but some people might want to say things about their former favorites that aren't as pleasant.

Tom Gatto

Corey Kluber trade grades: Indians get indefensibly light return; Rangers win big

The Indians are just determined to not be good in 2020, and that's a damn shame.

Joe Rivera

Nomar Mazara trade news: White Sox acquire outfielder from Rangers

Chicago adds another piece to its young core in the 24-year-old right fielder.

Tom Gatto

Kris Bryant trade rumors: Where could the star third baseman play in 2020?

The star third baseman is coming off a very good year, but the Cubs, somehow, still want to trade him. Well, here are five spots where he could play in 2020.

Joe Rivera

MLB trade rumors: Yankees' Miguel Andujar intrigues AL West club

The Yankees would be dealing from a position of strength in an Andujar deal thanks to the unexpected breakout in 2019 by Gio Urshela.

Tom Gatto

Evaluating flurry of deals from Padres, Rangers and Brewers

On the day before Thanksgiving, baseball's annual Hot Stove Season was actually, legitimately kind of hot.

Ryan Fagan

Quietly great: Rangers' Lance Lynn deserved more love in 2019

While WAR might not be the best metric for gauging a pitcher’s success, Lynn finished in the top three among MLB his mound peers.

Jared Wyllys

Josh Donaldson rumors: Rangers reportedly eager to land third baseman

Texas is one of the clubs that are reportedly lining up to sign Donaldson after his comeback season.

Tom Gatto

Madison Bumgarner rumors: Six logical landing spots for the free-agent lefty

There's certainly going to be a big market for the big lefty. Here are six sensical new teams for MadBum.

Joe Rivera

Josh Hamilton turns himself in

Hamilton's bond has been set at $35,000, according to CBSDFW.

Thomas Lott

Rangers' Hunter Pence voted 2019 Sporting News AL Comeback Player of the Year

The comeback award is, by its nature, an odd thing for which to vote. It’s intentionally vague, and that’s reflected in the top vote-getters this year.

Ryan Fagan

Padres down to 2 manager candidates

The former Rangers manager and a longtime organizational staffer in Texas are vying for the top job in San Diego.

Marc Lancaster

Nationals secure home field in WCG

Gerardo Parra hit a grand slam in a whopping nine-run second inning to highlight the victory, which is Washington's seventh consecutive win.

Alexis Mansanarez

James Paxton pulled after 1 inning

Paxton has been the Yankees' best starter all season and has been dominant over the last two months.

Thomas Lott

Rangers intentionally drop pop fly to help Mike Minor reach 200-strikeout milestone

Ronald Guzman's controversial play was appreciated by the Rangers.

Dan Bernstein

Brewers clinch playoff spot

Milwaukee dominated as it punched its ticket to postseason, just one day after the Nationals secured a wild-card spot.

Ameer Tyree

Nationals clinch wild-card spot

The Nationals topped the Phillies 4-1 before beating them 6-5 later on in the day.

Ameer Tyree

Astros clinch AL West title

George Springer hit three home runs in four innings and added four RBIs.

Ameer Tyree

MLB: Rays take lead over Indians

The Rays sit in the second spot in the wild-card race, with a one-game lead over the Indians, after a 5-4 win over the Red Sox.

Alexis Mansanarez

Wild-card races as close as ever

The Cubs lost to the Reds and remain locked up with the Brewers in the National League wild-card race.

Thomas Lott

Gerrit Cole becomes 18th pitcher since 1900 to reach 300 strikeouts in a season

Few pitchers have accomplished what Gerrit Cole did in 2019. The Astros' right-hander reached 300 strikeouts in a season, becoming only the third Houston pitcher to accomplish the feat.

Edward Sutelan

Brewers top Cardinals on grand slam

Milwaukee (80-69) is one game back of the Cubs, who hold the National League second wild-card spot.

Ameer Tyree

Mets shut out Dodgers

Rajai Davis hit a three-run double in the eighth inning to give his team the lead, helping keep the Mets' postseason hopes alive.

Ameer Tyree

MLB wrap: Sept. 7

Arizona has gone 11-1 in its last 12 games with its most recent win Saturday over Cincinnati.

Alexis Mansanarez

Lorenzen pulls off rare feat

Lorenzen did it all in a win over Philadelphia on Wednesday.

Thomas Lott

MLB wrap: Rangers shut out Yankees

The Rangers' pitching staff handed New York its first shut out in 220 games to break the second-longest streak in MLB history.

Alexis Mansanarez

MLB wrap: Verlander throws no-no

Verlander struck out 14 and walked only one in the Astros' 2-0 win over the Blue Jays and is now 17-5 this season.

Alexis Mansanarez

LeMahieu homer lifts NY past OAK

While LeMahieu went 1 for 5 on the day, he came up big when his team needed him most.

Ameer Tyree

Dodgers edge by Yankees

"It doesn't matter what you did the day before," Turner told reporters after the game. "You gotta show up the next day at 0-0. "

Ameer Tyree

Mets set record in loss to Braves

The Mets had an impressive pitching performance against the Braves on Friday, but fell short 2-1 in the end.

Ameer Tyree

Cardinals take no-hit bid into 8th

Dakota Hudson pitched 6 2/3 no-hit innings before he handed it over to the bullpen

Alexis Mansanarez

Zack Greinke gets 200th career win

The feat came exactly one year and one day after Justin Verlander joined the 200 club.

Alexis Mansanarez

Kyle Seager hits 3 homers

Seager became the 11th Mariner in team history with three home runs in a single game.

Alexis Mansanarez

Astros, Rangers players put their bodies on line to make big-time defensive plays

Robinson Chirinos and Delino DeShields Jr. saved their pitchers Tuesday.

Dan Bernstein

Blue Jays' Bo Bichette sets another record with 15 extra-base hits in first 15 games

21-year-old Bichette is the only MLB player ever to record 15 extra-base hits to start his career.

Tommy McArdle

Rangers ban racist fan

The unidentified male fan directed racist comments and obscene gestures at Jessica Romero and her family Saturday at Globe Life Park.

Bob Hille

Rangers 'truly sorry' after man allegedly made racist remarks at Globe Life Park

The alleged incident occurred this past Saturday when Texas hosted the Tigers.

Dan Bernstein

Rangers fan hospitalized

The woman was hit by a ball fouled off Willie Calhoun's bat in the first inning of Sunday's game against the Tigers.

Gabrielle McMillen

Heyward's homer leads Cubs to win

"I just asked (manager) Joe (Maddon) to be patient with me. Just give me a shot and here we go," Heyward said.

Alexis Mansanarez

MLB wrap: Braves hold off Nationals

The 11-8 Atlanta victory came a day after Washington won with a similar margin of victory, 6-3, and was led by the efforts of Adam Duvall.

Alexis Mansanarez

Braves acquire Chris Martin

The Braves marked one thing off their to-do list by getting a quality reliever from the Rangers.

Thomas Lott

MLB wrap: July 28

"All our goals are still here," J.T. Realmuto said after the game. "We feel like we have a team here to do something special."

Alexis Mansanarez

Blue Jays top Rays with walkoff

The Blue Jays trailed the Rays by four runs entering the ninth inning, but rallied to tie it up and win it in extra innings.

Ameer Tyree

Joey Gallo set to have surgery

Gallo left Tuesday's game with a right hand injury and now will have surgery to repair his hamate bone.

Gabrielle McMillen

Cardinals set record with 8 XBH

The Cardinals scored nine runs in the second inning and that might have been the least impressive stat of the night.

Thomas Lott

Cano leads Mets to win vs. Padres

Cano went 4 for 4 with three home runs and drove in all five of his team's runs.

Ameer Tyree

MLB wrap: July 22

Minnesota turned a 5-4-3 triple play in the first inning against New York.

Alexis Mansanarez

Yankees unlikely to land Mike Minor

The chances of Minor "heading to New York do not appear especially good,” according to a report from The Athletic.

E.Jay Zarett

Are Yankees interested in Minor?

New York sent scouts to watch Minor’s start against the Astros this weekend and the team reportedly has some level of interest in him.

E.Jay Zarett

Minor unhappy about trade rumors

“We’ve been playing well all season,” Minor said Wednesday. “Anytime that we lose a couple games, they’re supposedly ready to deal guys."

E.Jay Zarett

Rangers' catcher-turned-reliever might have thrown the worst pitch in MLB history

The pitch was too slow to be recorded by the stadium radar gun.

Dan Bernstein

Giants throw wrench into deadline

The Giants have shaken things up massively with their recent trip to Coors Field in Colorado.

Thomas Lott

Dodgers, A's among West teams expected to make big trades as MLB deadline approaches

SN takes a detailed look at what to expect from teams in the AL and NL West ahead of the trade deadline.

Dan Bernstein

MLB wrap: Rays almost make history

Tampa Bay was close to pitching the first combined perfect game in MLB history.

Alexis Mansanarez

Alex Bregman back in lineup

Alex Bregman is back in the starting lineup after taking a hard ground ball to his face Thursday and missing Friday's game.

Thomas Lott

Rays dominate Orioles at the plate

Tampa Bay tallied a staggering 20 hits to Baltimore's five, and first baseman Nate Lowe went 4 for 5 with one home run.

Ameer Tyree

Five MLB storylines to follow

The Astros and Rangers "kicked off" the second half of the MLB season as the only game to be played Thursday.

Thomas Lott

Gerrit Cole decries tanking in MLB, ignores that his current team made tanking fashionable

The right-hander is part of an Astros team that is committed to winning. He should have been around the franchise five years ago.

Tom Gatto

All-Star Hunter Pence won't mope

The Rangers DH won't make his first All-Star start because of a groin injury, and he's OK with that on a couple of different levels.

Bob Hille

Trout pulling away in MVP race

Mike Trout is having a truly special season and that should not be ignored.

Thomas Lott

Tommy La Stella injury update

Angels outfielder Brian Goodwin will also undergo further evaluation after being hit by a pitch on his right wrist in Tuesday's game.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Emotional Angels win in 8 quotes

Scarcely 24 hours earlier, the Angels had taken what team owner described Tuesday as "a punch in the heart.”

Bob Hille

Players across MLB pay tribute to Tyler Skaggs

Corbin came up to the major leagues along with Skaggs, who died Monday.

Dan Bernstein

Yankees complete sweep of Red Sox

Didi Gregorius added an insurance run in the eighth and extended the team's home run streak to 31 consecutive games.

Alexis Mansanarez

McKay dominates in debut

"It was fun to watch,'' Rays manager Kevin Cash said. "Just the way he carried himself, it was kind of unflappable.''

Alexis Mansanarez

Rays prospect Brendan McKay flashes potential in MLB debut

McKay retired the first 16 hitters he faced in a memorable beginning to his major league career.

Jacob Janower

Hapless Orioles destroy Indians

Baltimore was exceptional at the plate and racked up 16 hits to Cleveland's six on the night.

Ameer Tyree

Rays call up 2-way prospect McKay

McKay, the No. 4 pick in the 2017 MLB Draft, has dazzled as a pitcher at Double-A and Triple-A. The lefty will start Saturday against Texas.

Bob Hille

Twins, Rays struggle to hit

The Twins and Rays were tied 2-2 after the top of the second, but followed with 31 consecutive scoreless half innings.

Thomas Lott

Rangers chip away at Astros' lead

The Astros have led the Rangers by more than 10 games at multiple points this season but Texas continues to chip away at the deficit.

Thomas Lott

MLB wrap: Phillies swept by Marlins

Although the Marlins are last in the NL East standings, they beat the second-place Phillies three times in a row this weekend.

Ameer Tyree

Yankees homer in 25th straight

Gio Urshela's home run kept the historic streak going against the Astros as the Yankees went on to win 7-5.

Alexis Mansanarez

Mazara launches 505-foot HR

“That was a bomb, a complete bomb,” Elvis Andrus said. “I think it was more than 505 feet."

Chelsea Howard

Keuchel pegged with loss in debut

Keuchel pitched in an MLB game for the first time since last year’s American League Championship series.

Alexis Mansanarez

Asdrúbal Cabrera suspended 4 games

Cabrera's punishment seems harsh given that Padres star Manny Machado was suspended one game for a confrontation in which he threw his bat.

Arthur Weinstein

Blue Jays rout Astros in Texas

Two home runs came from outfielder Teoscar Hernandez, raising his 2019 total to six.

Ameer Tyree

Frauds or for real? Complicated Rangers grinding for respect in AL playoff race

At a turning point in the season, Texas is doing its best to remain relevant in a crowded wild card field.

Dan Bernstein

Rockies complete sweep of Blue Jays

The Rockies topped the Blue Jays, 5-1, with the help of David Dahl and Nolan Arenado, who both finished 2 for 4 at the plate.

Alexis Mansanarez

Hiura leads Brewers to win

Hiura hit the game-tying two-run home run in the ninth to force extra innings against the Pirates on Saturday.

Alexis Mansanarez

MLB wrap: May 27

Oakland won its 10th consecutive game after topping Los Angeles, 8-5.

Alexis Mansanarez

Twins complete sweep of White Sox

It is the first time the Twins (36-16) are 20 games over .500 since the end of the 2010 season.

Alexis Mansanarez

Kelley get save after health scare

The right-hander pitched confident he didn't have cancer. His manager: "I love his walk-up song … it was good to hear that again.”

Bob Hille

Mets snap five-game losing streak

The win was a nice distraction from earlier headlines which included questions surrounding manager Mickey Callaway's job.

Alexis Mansanarez

Shawn Kelley has throat surgery

Kelley said he first noticed the lumps earlier this season, and they became enlarged and interfered with his sleep.

Arthur Weinstein

George Springer making MVP case

George Springer hit a go-ahead two-run homer which would prove to be the difference in the Astros' win over the Red Sox.

Thomas Lott

Rangers club 5 homers in win

The Rangers plated 16 runs in a win over the Royals and they didn't even score the most runs on the day.

Thomas Lott

Rangers club 5 homers in win

The Rangers plated 16 runs in a win over the Royals and they didn't even score the most runs on the day.

Thomas Lott

Rockies prevail vs. Red Sox

Sale became the first pitcher in MLB history to strike out at least 17 batters in seven or fewer innings, according to USA Today.

Alexis Mansanarez

Astros demote McHugh, recall Martin

Collin McHugh gave up 24 earned runs in his last four starts for the Astros.

Thomas Lott

Jose Altuve injury update

Jose Altuve is going on the injured list with a hamstring injury.

Thomas Lott

Rays win behind 2 Diaz homers

Two home runs and four RBIs from third baseman Yandy Diaz helped Tampa Bay improve to 24-14 on the year.

Ameer Tyree

Josh Reddick pulls off second game-saving catch in MLB this week

He robbed Hunter Pence in the ninth inning to preserve the Astros' victory.

Dan Bernstein

Cubs continue streak with 10th win

Chicago has homered in 15 straight games, matching its best run since 2002.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Boyd, Gibson, Peacock pitch well

You may not know these players, but they're all doing more than enough to deserve some attention.

Thomas Lott

Marte hits walk-off home run

"Those situations don't happen a lot, but there's something special about them," Marte said after the game.

Alexis Mansanarez

Brewers top Mets in 18 innings

Ryan Braun sealed the deal for Milwaukee with a double in the bottom of the 18th that brought two runners home.

Ameer Tyree

MLB wrap: April 28

The Nationals had not one, not two, but three players 21 or younger hit home runs against the Padres on Sunday.

Alexis Mansanarez

Rhys Hoskins trolls Mets, and the other coolest things from last night

Hoskins took 34-plus seconds to round the bases following a ninth-inning home run.

Dan Bernstein

Mike Trout improves, day-to-day

Trout will travel with the Angels to Texas for the start of a series Monday with the Rangers.

Arthur Weinstein

MLB wrap: April 12

Arrieta, 33, gave up just one run in seven innings pitched. He has the 22nd most wins among active pitchers.

Ameer Tyree

MLB wrap: April 10

The Athletics outfielder had his 17th multi-home run game since 2016 against the Orioles.

Alexis Mansanarez

MLB wrap: April 9

The Reds pulled off an impressive victory Tuesday, using a seven-run sixth inning to top the Marlins, 14-0.

Alexis Mansanarez

Don't make Mike Trout mad

Drew Smyly hit Mike Trout with a pitch in the outfielder's second at-bat on Saturday. Smyly quickly regretted it.

Thomas Lott

A.J. Hinch, Alex Cintron ejected from Astros game in unusual sequence

Hinch was also recently ejected from a spring training game.

Dan Bernstein

MLB wrap: April 1

The 444-foot homer was the last of New York's runs in its 7-3 victory over Miami.

Alexis Mansanarez

MLB wrap: March 31

Philadelphia started the Bryce Harper-era off on the right note.

Alexis Mansanarez

MLB wrap: Chris Sale, Blake Snell give fan bases something to worry about

It's just one start, so let's not go nuts, but there are legitimate warning signs for at least one of these pitchers.

Thomas Lott

MLB Opening Day 2019: Scores, results, highlights from every game

Sporting News tracked all the action from Opening Day for the 2019 MLB season. Catch up on the scores and highlights with our updates from Thursday's games.

Jacob Janower

MLB Opening Day 2019: Schedule for all 30 teams

Every MLB team will be playing on Opening Day in 2019 for a second straight year. Here is everything to know about the unofficial national holiday for baseball fans, including first pitch times and TV information for all 30 clubs.

Jacob Janower

AL West guide for 2019: Biggest strength, weakness and question for each team

The AL West is the Astros' division to lose, but there are questions to ponder about every team heading into the season.

Jacob Janower

Big changes to MLB rosters, trade deadline, All-Star voting to be announced, report says

Separate from those changes, players and owners will begin negotiations on a new collective bargaining agreement more than two years before the agreement is set to expire.

Tom Gatto

Did Tony Romo predict where Bryce Harper will sign?

Tony Romo and Bryce Harper exchanged tweets regarding the outfielder's future on Monday.

Jacob Janower

Should the defensive shift be banned? Not so fast, say MLB managers at winter meetings

A majority of the skippers, not surprisingly, want to keep something that gives them an advantage during games.

Ryan Fagan

Blake Snell's 20-win season shows Rays still have some old school in them

Tampa Bay has created its own box when it comes to pitcher usage, but it still has space for a traditional ace and a conventional setup for pitchers who work the bulk of the innings.

Tom Gatto

Khris Davis crushes homer while wearing jersey signed by young cancer survivor

The A's slugger launched a 438 ft. home run after having his jersey signed by a 10-year-old cancer survivor.

Alyssa Sconzo

Bartolo Colon sets win mark for Latino pitchers, isn't done chasing records

Bartolo Colon wants to put his name atop one more list of pitchers born in Latin America.

Tom Gatto

MLB trade deadline winners, losers: Dodgers, Pirates, Yankees make good first impressions

It takes years to accurately gauge moves, but there can still be initial observations. That's our basis for examining trades made during the two weeks leading to the 2018 non-waiver deadline.

Ryan Fagan

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