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Potential landing spots for Walker Buehler after release

Less than a year after signing with the Boston Red Sox, the team released pitcher Walker Buehler on Friday.

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Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / August 29

Red Sox release disappointing veteran

The Boston Red Sox had hoped that pitcher Walker Buehler would be able to build off of a solid postseason performance and return to form.

Aroldis Chapman is quietly putting together a historic season

Red Sox reach a milestone for the first time in years with sweep of Orioles

Red Sox hold key advantage in race for postseason berth

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Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / August 29

Aroldis Chapman is quietly putting together a historic season

While impressive offensive exploits and young stars have dominated the baseball headlines this summer, Chapman is quietly putting together a historic season in Boston.

Red Sox reach a milestone for the first time in years with sweep of Orioles

Red Sox hold key advantage in race for postseason berth

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Texas Rangers News / Yardbarker / August 29

Rangers playoff hopes continue to be decimated by injuries

Any hope the Texas Rangers had of reaching the postseason is rapidly diminishing as the team continues to be plagued by injuries.

Surging Athletics, Rangers set for AL West clash

Rangers explode for first 20-run game since 2011 in blowout of Angels

Rangers two-time All-Star likely out for season

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Kyle Schwarber News / Yardbarker / August 29

Phillies' Schwarber makes all kinds of MLB history vs. Braves

Phillies' Kyle Schwarber makes all kinds of MLB history vs. Braves

Kyle Schwarber made sure his Philadelphia Phillies bounced back after being swept by the New York Mets earlier this week.

Aaron Nola quietly made Philadelphia history amid Schwarber's big night

Red Sox reach a milestone for the first time in years with sweep of Orioles

Boston holds a key advantage in race for a postseason berth

Cubs' Craig Counsell earns most tame ejection of MLB season

Giants unlikely to call up top prospect

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / August 29

Nola quietly made Phillies history amid Schwarber's big night

Aaron Nola quietly made Phillies history amid Kyle Schwarber's big night

While Kyle Schwarber stole the show on Thursday with his four home runs, Aaron Nola made some franchise history of his own.

Phillies' Kyle Schwarber makes all kinds of MLB history vs. Braves

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MLB News / Yardbarker / August 28

Red Sox reach a milestone for first time in years in sweep of O's

Red Sox reach a milestone for the first time in years with sweep of Orioles

It wasn't that long ago when Red Sox fans were calling for manager Alex Cora to be fired. Fast forward to today, and the Red Sox have accomplished something the franchise hasn't experienced in years.

Boston holds a key advantage in race for a postseason berth

Cubs' Craig Counsell earns most tame ejection of MLB season

Giants unlikely to call up top prospect

Yankees pitcher done for the year

Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 28

Corey Seager to undergo appendectomy, not ruled out for season

Rangers shortstop Corey Seager has appendicitis and will undergo an appendectomy. Seager will be “out a period of time” but hasn’t been ruled out for the entire year.

Rangers standout RHP Nathan Eovaldi (rotator cuff) likely done for season

Rangers explode for first 20-run game since 2011 in blowout of Angels

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MLB News / Yardbarker / August 28

Cubs' Craig Counsell earns most tame ejection of MLB season

Cubs manager Craig Counsell was ejected early in his team's game against the Giants on Thursday.

Cubs eager to avert three-game sweep in San Francisco

Cubs place RHP Jameson Taillon (groin) on 15-day IL

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New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 28

Mets right-hander to undergo UCL surgery

Mets right-hander Frankie Montas has a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his elbow and will require surgery.

Mets promoting another top prospect amid minor league domination

Mets' Edwin Diaz offers advice to Ryan Helsley after latest nightmare performance

Brandon Nimmo makes bold claim amid possible Mets resurgence

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The 'MLB franchise home run leaders' quiz

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / August 28

Red Sox hold key advantage in race for postseason berth

After putting together a highly successful road trip through the Bronx and Baltimore, the Red Sox will now employ one of their top advantages of the 2025 season.

Ceddanne Rafaela redeems himself after costly mistake against Orioles

Red Sox activate RHP Justin Slaten, OF Rob Refsnyder

Red Sox move struggling RHP Walker Buehler to bullpen

The 25 most iconic MLB batting stances

The '2018 Boston Red Sox World Series roster' quiz

New York Yankees News / Larry Brown Sports / August 28

Former MLB All-Star announces he is running for U.S. Congress

Former MLB All-Star and World Series champion Mark Teixeira has announced a run for political office.

Yankees' key trade acquisition quietly struggling worse than Anthony Volpe

Anthony Volpe’s reset isn’t working amid Yankees' recent surge

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The 'Active hit-by-pitch leaders' quiz

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active MLB pitchers with a 200-strikeout season' quiz

How many of the active MLB pitchers with at least one 200-strikeout season on their resume can you name in six minutes?

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New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / August 28

Yankees' historic home run barrage reminder of October potential

Needing to find a way to put a positive end to a disappointing homestand, the New York Yankees made history on Wednesday afternoon against the Washington Nationals.

Here's how special Yankees' outburst vs. Nationals was

Anthony Volpe’s reset isn’t working amid Yankees' recent surge

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Brandon Nimmo makes bold claim amid possible Mets resurgence

Mets' Nolan McLean off to an historic start to MLB career

Ceddanne Rafaela redeems himself after costly mistake vs. Orioles

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The 'Sub-2.00 ERA seasons by starting pitchers' quiz

How many of the 24 Major League starting pitchers that qualified for the ERA title and had an Earned Run Average of less than 2.00 since 1969 can you name in five minutes?

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 27

Mets' Nolan McLean off to historic start to MLB career

The New York Mets were looking to sweep the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday night, and rookie pitcher Nolan McLean made sure his team came away with a win.

Brandon Nimmo makes bold claim amid possible Mets resurgence

Mets' Edwin Diaz offers advice to Ryan Helsley after latest nightmare performance

Mets seemingly have already made huge Carlos Mendoza decision

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The 'National League home run champions' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 27

Ceddanne Rafaela redeems himself after costly mistake vs. Orioles

Ceddanne Rafaela redeems himself after costly mistake against Orioles

If not for a clutch play, center fielder Ceddanne Rafaela could've been the reason the Boston Red Sox lost a crucial road game against the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday night.

Yankees' historic home run barrage reminder of October potential

MLB disciplines Cardinals' Willson Contreras over explosive ejection

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New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / August 27

Why the Yankees need to solve their catching conundrum

The New York Yankees have a decision to make behind the plate.

Yankees' historic home run barrage reminder of October potential

Here's how special Yankees' third-inning outburst vs. Nationals was

Anthony Volpe’s reset isn’t working amid Yankees' recent surge

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The 'Active hit-by-pitch leaders' quiz

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / August 27

Anthony Volpe’s reset isn’t working amid Yankees' recent surge

The New York Yankees' 11-2 romp over the Washington Nationals on Wednesday serves as a potent reminder of the team’s huge offensive upside.

Yankees' historic home run barrage reminder of October potential

Yankees' key trade acquisition quietly struggling worse than Volpe

Rookie pitcher's emergence a promising sign for Yankees' future

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The 'MLB managers with multiple 100+ win seasons' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 27

Here's how special Yankees' third-inning outburst vs. Nationals was

A lot can happen in one inning. Just ask the Washington Nationals.

Yankees blast three homers, overwhelm Nationals

Season-defining stretch approaching for the Yankees

Rookie pitcher's emergence a promising sign for Yankees' future

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The 'No. 1 overall MLB Draft picks' quiz

Athletics News / Yardbarker / August 27

Las Vegas-bound A’s could return to relevance sooner than expected

Following an improved, if unspectacular, final season in Oakland, not much was expected of the Athletics in 2025. While the results in the standings this season will be similar to those of 2024, the 2025 version of the team has produced a lot to be excited about.

A's to place starting pitcher on IL with flexor strain

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