Major League Baseball

Phillies expect Turner (hamstring) back by playoffs

Phillies star shortstop Trea Turner has a Grade 1 hamstring strain but is expected back for the postseason.

Brewers OF Yelich returns after 5-game absence

Christian Yelich returned to the lineup for the Brewers on Monday night after their designated hitter missed five games because of lower back soreness.

Cubs put closer Palencia (shoulder strain) on IL

Cubs closer Daniel Palencia went on the 15-day injured list Monday, a day after straining his right shoulder.

Ramírez moves into No. 2 on Cleveland RBIs list

Cleveland's José Ramírez drove in career run No. 938, passing Jim Thome to move into sole possession of second place on the franchise RBI list.

Valdez keeps cool in 1st start since 'bad moment'

Framber Valdez, who denied intentionally hitting his catcher with a pitch almost immediately after giving up a grand slam last week, kept his cool Sunday in the Houston Astros' 4-2 loss to the Texas Rangers, his first start since the throw made headlines.

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