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The Latest: Indians ace Corey Kluber set to pitch Game 4CLEVELAND (AP) The Latest on the World Series (all times Eastern):4:05 p.m.The Chicago Cubs are going to see a whole lot of Cleveland ace Corey Kluber.Indians manager Terry Francona says Kluber is ''all set'' to start Game 4...

AP Sports WriterCubs could get Schwarber back if they reach World SeriesBy JAY COHENCHICAGO (AP) Injured slugger Kyle Schwarber could return for the Chicago Cubs if they make it to the World Series.The Cubs had ruled Schwarber out for the year after he tore two ligaments in his...

Associated PressSettlement in Schilling's failed Rhode Island deal ends caseBy MICHELLE R. SMITH and JENNIFER McDERMOTTPROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) A judge approved a $16 million settlement with the final defendant in the 38 Studios case Friday, ending the lawsuit over Rhode Island's failed $75 million deal with former Boston...

BOSTON (AP) A few fans seated above the Green Monster dropped down a sign denouncing racism during the fourth inning of Boston's 7-3 loss to Oakland at Fenway Park on Wednesday night. The sign - draped over the top middle of the 37-foot Monster - had a black background with...

Orioles down Blue Jays in 12 innings to retake AL East leadTORONTO (AP) Baltimore's Adam Jones hit a three-run homer in the 12th inning to seal a 6-2 win for the Orioles at Toronto on Sunday, leapfrogging the Blue Jays back to the top of the American League...

LEADING OFF: Day off for Dodgers, Cubs before NLCS Game 6By The Associated PressA look at what's happening all around the majors today:---BACK TO CHICAGOIt's a day off in the NL Championship Series before the Chicago Cubs try to earn their first World Series trip since 1945. They lead...

MILWAUKEE (AP) - The fascination with Hank the dog has legs.The stray pup wandered into the Milwaukee Brewers' spring training facility in Arizona last year. Later adopted by a team executive, the fluffy white pooch remains a top fan favorite.In time for Monday's home opener, a kiosk of Hank-related...

LOS ANGELES -- The Dodgers shuffled their pitching staff on Thursday, reinstating Carlos Frias from the disabled list and designating Mat Latos for assignment. Frias has not pitched in the Majors since June 30 and had been on the DL with right-lower-back tightness. The right-hander was 5-5 with a 4.39...

LOS ANGELES (AP) The Los Angeles Dodgers have scratched major league ERA leader Zack Greinke from his start against Arizona on Wednesday night due to soreness in his calf.The Dodgers say Greinke is expected to take his next turn in the Dodgers' rotation early next week.The right-hander is...

AP Baseball WriterHe was there: Piniella cheers as Suzuki chases 3,000 hitsBy JANIE McCAULEYStill unsure exactly what to expect from the Japanese newcomer, Lou Piniella kept waiting for the rookie to pull a ball. Too many hits sprayed to left field, Sweet Lou thought, too easy for defenses to...

DENVER (AP) The Colorado Rockies avoided arbitration by agreeing to terms on a one-year deal with right-handed pitcher Jordan Lyles.The Rockies also announced Wednesday night that they won't offer contracts to left-handed pitchers Yohan Flande and Jason Gurka and outfielder Rosell Herrera.Lyles began last season in the Rockies'...

LEADING OFF: Cubs face Kershaw, try to end Series droughtBy The Associated PressA look at what's happening all around the majors Saturday:---ROCKIN' WRIGLEYIt's been 71 years since the Chicago Cubs reached the World Series. They can finally halt the drought with a victory at home against the Los Angeles...