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Twins want continued hot hitting against White Sox (Aug 22, 2017)

CHICAGO — Minnesota Twins manager Paul Molitor doesn’t have much to complain about, especially when it comes to the way his offense is producing.

Astros try to regain momentum against Nationals (Aug 22, 2017)

HOUSTON — The Houston Astros already had clinched their series with the American League West cellar-dwelling Oakland Athletics prior to their home loss on Sunday, but that fact did not stem the continuing swell of concern casting a pall over the team with the best record in the AL.

Rookies face off for Mariners, Braves (Aug 22, 2017)

ATLANTA — Two promising rookies, both making their fifth big-league start of the season, will oppose each other Tuesday when the Atlanta Braves host the Seattle Mariners in the second game of a three-game series.

D-backs, Mets going in opposite directions (Aug 22, 2017)

NEW YORK — It will be hard for Arizona Diamondbacks left-hander Patrick Corbin to pitch much better than he did in his previous two starts.

Chris Stratton stymies contending Brewers, Giants win 2-0 (Aug 21, 2017)

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) Rookie Chris Stratton pitched six innings to run his scoreless streak to 12 2/3 innings his past two outings, and the San Francisco Giants stymied the contending Milwaukee Brewers with a 2-0 win Monday night.

LEADING OFF: Indians' Miller to gauge achy knee, Sano to DL

A look at what’s happening all around the majors Tuesday:

Phillies, Marlins open series with doubleheader (Aug 22, 2017)

PHILADELPHIA — After starting their most recent road trip with a string of losses, the Philadelphia Phillies turned their fortunes around in recent days thanks to a new face in the lineup.

Pollock homers in 10th inning, Diamondbacks beat Mets 3-2 (Aug 21, 2017)

NEW YORK (AP) A.J. Pollock hit a two-run homer in the 10th inning and the Arizona Diamondbacks snapped a three-game skid with a 3-2 victory over the New York Mets on Monday night.

Guyer scores winner on Holt's error, Indians top Red Sox 5-4 (Aug 21, 2017)

CLEVELAND (AP) Brandon Guyer scored when first baseman Brock Holt threw away Roberto Perez’s bunt in the ninth inning, lifting the Cleveland Indians over the Boston Red Sox 5-4 on Monday night in a matchup of first-place teams.

Albers picks up 2nd win, Mariners hold off Braves 6-5 (Aug 21, 2017)

ATLANTA (AP) Andrew Albers worked into the sixth inning for his second straight win since coming up from the minors, leading the Seattle Mariners to a 6-5 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Monday night.

Jones homers twice, Orioles beat Athletics 7-3 (Aug 21, 2017)

BALTIMORE (AP) Adam Jones hit a pair of home runs, Jonathan Schoop added a three-run shot and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Oakland Athletics 7-3 on Monday night.

Sanchez, Abreu power White Sox past Twins 7-6 in 1st game (Aug 21, 2017)

CHICAGO (AP) Yolmer Sanchez homered and drove in four runs, Jose Abreu hit his 25th of the season and the Chicago White Sox held on to beat the Minnesota Twins 7-6 in the first game of a doubleheader Monday.

Indians' Jay Bruce makes debut in home ballpark

CLEVELAND (AP) Jay Bruce is ready to show his new home fans what he can do. His numbers so far with the Indians have already made him a big hit.

With turmoil at home, Venezuelan Little leaguers get assist

SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (AP) Venezuela is having as much fun on the field as any of the 16 teams at the Little League World Series. But the players and coaches have overcome civil strife and runaway inflation to get to the tournament in central Pennsylvania.

Mariners await opener of rare series in Atlanta (Aug 21, 2017)

ATLANTA — Now that their own playoff hopes are dead, the Atlanta Braves will try to derail the aspirations of the Seattle Mariners when the clubs begin a three-game interleague series Monday at SunTrust Park.

Diamondbacks look to end slump vs. Mets (Aug 21, 2017)

NEW YORK — A pair of teams struggling to adapt to new roles will square off Monday night, when the New York Mets host the Arizona Diamondbacks in the opener of a four-game series at Citi Field.

Hot teams square off as Red Sox visit Indians (Aug 21, 2017)

CLEVELAND — In what could be a preview of a postseason series between two division leaders, the Boston Red Sox will visit Progressive Field on Monday night for the opener of a four-game series against the Cleveland Indians.

Dodgers-Pirates Preview (Aug 21, 2017)

The last time the Los Angeles Dodgers dropped consecutive games, Alex Wood was on the mound, and he endured the worst outing of his special season.

White Sox, Twins open 5-game series with doubleheader (Aug 21, 2017)

CHICAGO — With six weeks remaining in the regular season, the Minnesota Twins find themselves in the thick of the American League playoff race. The Chicago White Sox, meanwhile, are reduced to playing the spoiler role.

Orioles look to improve postseason chances vs. A's (Aug 21, 2017)

BALTIMORE — The Baltimore Orioles will try to improve their playoff chances with a pivotal three-game series against the Oakland A’s beginning Monday at Camden Yards.

Gonzalez, Nationals beat rookie Lamet, Padres 4-1 (Aug 20, 2017)

SAN DIEGO (AP) Gio Gonzalez allowed only five singles and struck out eight as he almost got through the seventh inning to lead the Washington Nationals to a 4-1 victory against the San Diego Padres on Sunday.

Cubs sweep Blue Jays with wild 6-5 victory in 10 innings (Aug 20, 2017)

CHICAGO (AP) Alex Avila capped Chicago’s three-run 10th inning with a two-run single, and the Cubs swept the Toronto Blue Jays with a wild 6-5 victory on Sunday.

Cuthbert, Escobar lead Royals to 7-4 victory over Indians (Aug 20, 2017)

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) Cheslor Cuthbert homered and drove in three runs, Alcides Escobar also had three RBIs and the Kansas City Royals beat the Cleveland Indians 7-4 on Sunday to avoid a three-game sweep.

Umpires end protest, will meet with Commissioner Manfred

NEW YORK (AP) Major League Baseball umpires have ended their protest of what they called ”abusive player behavior” after Commissioner Rob Manfred offered to meet with their union’s governing board.

Verlander, Maeda have dueling no-hitters through 5 innings

DETROIT (AP) Justin Verlander of the Detroit Tigers and Kenta Maeda of the Los Angeles Dodgers have made it through the fifth inning with dueling no-hitters Sunday.

Red Sox honor former 2B Jerry Remy for 30 years in booth

BOSTON (AP) The Boston Red Sox are honoring former second baseman Jerry Remy for his 30 years in the broadcast booth.

C Rene Rivera joins Cubs, gets start against Blue Jays

CHICAGO (AP) Veteran catcher Rene Rivera has joined the Chicago Cubs and is in the starting lineup for their series finale against the Toronto Blue Jays.

Brewers' Anderson, fresh off DL, faces Rockies (Aug 20, 2017)

DENVER — Chase Anderson will be reinstated Sunday and start for the Milwaukee Brewers, who hope he regains his pre-injury form and bolsters their rotation in the final six weeks of the season.

Indians try to cap big trip with sweep of Royals (Aug 20, 2017)

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Cleveland Indians’ formidable 11-game, four-city trip ends Sunday against the Kansas City Royals.

Upstart Twins looking for another win vs. Diamondbacks (Aug 20, 2017)

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Twins have seemingly been written off a few times this season, particularly when the team’s own front office decided to trade left-handed starter Jaime Garcia and All-Star closer Brandon Kintzler before the trade deadline.