Major League Baseball

Rizzo retiring as a Cub after 14 seasons in MLB

Cubs legend Anthony Rizzo, who helped the team win a World Series title in 2016, is retiring after 14 major league seasons and will join the organization as an ambassador going forward.

Chapman allows first hit since July 23 as A's win

Aroldis Chapman allowed his first hit since July 23, and the Athletics rallied in the ninth inning to beat the Boston Red Sox 5-4, avoiding a series sweep.

Volpe sits as Yanks in 'day-to-day' mode with SS

The Yankees sat the struggling Anthony Volpe in favor of Jose Caballero on Wednesday night, a decision manager Aaron Boone indicated he could make more often over the final 17 games of the regular season and into the postseason.

Double Burger: Rangers slugger powers sweep

Texas slugger Jake Burger homered twice and the playoff-chasing Rangers beat Milwaukee 6-3 on Wednesday to complete a three-game sweep of the Brewers, who still have the best record in the majors.

Astros place Garcia on IL with elbow discomfort

Astros placed right-hander Luis Garcia on the 15-day injured list Wednesday with right elbow discomfort, a day after he exited his start against the Blue Jays.

Report: Tigers employees accused of misconduct

The Tigers have had at least eight employees accused of misconduct toward women over the past two years, according to a report by The Athletic.

Rangers' Semien (foot) hopes to play this season

Marcus Semien is still hopeful of playing again this season for the playoff-chasing Texas Rangers, even though the second baseman is only three weeks removed from fouling off a pitch that left him with a broken bone and sprained ligament in his left foot.

🏆 Playoff picture: Who can clinch a spot next?

From current playoff matchups to league races to the postseason schedule, we have everything you need to know.