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AP Sports WriterDavid Freese, former World Series MVP, retires at 36By BETH HARRISLOS ANGELES (AP) David Freese is retiring after a 10-year career that included a World Series title with the St. Louis Cardinals in 2011 when he was MVP.The 36-year-old infielder made the announcement Saturday on Twitter.He...

The COLORADO and the ARIZONA will both be gunning for a victory on 9/21/2018 at 9:40 PM when they meet in a game matchup. GAME: Colorado Rockies (82-70) at Arizona Diamondbacks (79-74) DATE/TIME: Friday, September 21 - 9:40 PM EST WHERE: Chase Field, Phoenix, Arizona ROT TEAM PS OU RL 961 COLORADO 7.5 (-125) (-130) 7.5 (-110) 120 -130 962 ARIZONA TV: 9:40 PM LINE: -130 PREDICTION: ARIZONA , COLORADO Oddsmakers currently have...

Mets slugger Michael Conforto sent to NY to see doctorNEW YORK (AP) Mets outfielder Michael Conforto was scheduled to be examined by a doctor in New York after tweaking his side while making a catch in a recent spring training game.The slugger had an MRI in Florida but...

AP Sports WriterBraves return home needing win vs LA to extend NLDSBy BETH HARRISLOS ANGELES (AP) The Dodgers head to Atlanta full of confidence after consecutive shutouts gave them a commanding 2-0 lead over the Braves in their National League Division Series.Now the Braves must win the first...

AP Baseball WriterStaying sharp a concern during virus-induced layoffsBy NOAH TRISTERIn baseball, a day off is something to savor.A whole series is a different matter.''I think in baseball, it's very routine-oriented, and you start interrupting routines, it gets a little hairy,'' Detroit manager Ron Gardenhire said. ''We'll just ad-lib...

Royals manager Ned Yost breaks pelvis, ribs in fallKANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) Kansas City Royals manager Ned Yost broke his pelvis and several ribs during a fall on his property in Georgia.The team says the 62-year-old manager was working on a deer stand that gave way on Saturday.Spokesman...

AP Baseball WriterPhillie Phanatic, Mr Met, MLB mascots now permitted in parksBy BEN WALKERPhillie Phanatic, phenomenal. Mr. Met and Mariner Moose, marvelous. Wally the Green Monster, welcome back.Mascots are getting a reprieve from Major League Baseball. A month after being tossed out of stadiums because of health concerns over...

AP Baseball WriterHandicapping the race for the last AL postseason spotBy NOAH TRISTERThe race for the second wild card in the American League isn't exactly a picture of excellence.It could still be awfully exciting.Minnesota holds that spot after Sunday's victory at Toronto, but there are six teams within three...

Associated PressAP source: Bautista, Blue Jays agree to $18.5M, 1-year dealBy ROB GILLIESTORONTO (AP) Jose Bautista is staying with the Toronto Blue Jays, after all.The free agent slugger agreed to an $18.5 million, one-year contract with Toronto that includes mutual options for more years, a person with knowledge...

Pirates part ways with president Coonelly after 12 yearsPITTSBURGH (AP) Frank Coonelly's 12-year run as president of the Pittsburgh Pirates is over after another losing season.The club announced Wednesday that it is parting ways with Coonelly effective immediately. The team said Coonelly's replacement will be introduced on Monday.He...

AP Baseball WriterMLB thinks Manfred has framework with Clark, union stays mumBy RONALD BLUMNEW YORK (AP) After days of angry exchanges over money between Major League Baseball and the players' association, Commissioner Rob Manfred started to doubt whether there would be a 2020 season and said as much...

Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina activated from injured listMIAMI (AP) St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina has been activated from the 10-day injured list, and the team optioned rookie catcher Andrew Knizner to Triple-A Memphis.The moves were made before Tuesday night's game at Miami.Molina missed 11 games after being...