With the Tigers down to their last strike, it's Parker Meadows for the go-ahead grand slam 👀 🎥 Detroit Tigers

Meet the guy who has pitched for five MLB teams in 2024: Sliders dlvr.it/TCvYRl

Matthew Boyd and Alex Cobb are relishing time with Guardians: 'It feels like a college dugout' dlvr.it/TCvcN7

AL playoff contenders' biggest concern and key X-factor to watch down the stretch dlvr.it/TCvttr

Live Q&A: Talking baseball with Eno Sarris on Friday 9/6 at 1:00 p.m. ET dlvr.it/TCw7XG

Astros activate outfielder Kyle Tucker after 3-month absence dlvr.it/TCwX3T

The most stable figure left in the Los Angeles Dodgers rotation is currently off the board, as the Dodgers placed rookie Gavin Stone on the injured list with right shoulder inflammation. More ⤵️ nytimes.com/athletic/57511…

Dodgers’ Gavin Stone goes on IL with right shoulder inflammation dlvr.it/TCwlhd

In addressing the state of the latest injury to ravage the Los Angeles Dodgers’ pitching staff, President of Baseball Operations Andrew Friedman acknowledged a reality and standard workplace hazard. Details here ⤵️ nytimes.com/athletic/57512…

These are the special stretches in some seasons, when a baseball game feels preordained. 𝙄𝙣𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚, even, writes Tim Britton. This is what the Mets have been feeling for the better part of a week, punctuated by Mark Vientos' walk-off homer. nytimes.com/athletic/57513…

The Cubs' season hasn't gone to plan. And there have been many homecomings for cherished former players in recent times. It all adds up to Anthony Rizzo’s Wrigley Field return, a sorely needed reason to cheer for the home fans, writes @SahadevSharma. nytimes.com/athletic/57510…

The Red Sox’s postseason chances have not looked great lately, but on Friday, Boston was reminded of what's possible. Trevor Story is set to return. And maybe he can be a lesson to the Red Sox in beating long odds, writes Jen McCaffrey. nytimes.com/athletic/57513…

Jarred Kelenic did some things recently to at least remind us what made him an elite prospect a few years ago and an outfielder the Braves pursued in a December trade. But despite flashes, his first season in Atlanta has underwhelmed, writes David O'Brien. nytimes.com/athletic/57513…

Jose Siri says nope at the wall 🙅‍♂️ 🎥 MLB x.com/mlb/status/183…

GOODNESS. Have yourself a GAME, Pavin Smith 🔥 Arizona Diamondbacks

Sunday offered a sobering snapshot of Justin Verlander’s state. His search for anything resembling consistency reached a low point in front of a national audience. Chandler Rome on the Astros ace's latest debacle: nytimes.com/athletic/57550…

Bob Melvin has managed for 21 seasons. He said none have been as hard on him as this year’s underachievement in SF. In a wide-ranging interview, he said he hasn’t always trusted his gut. And he feels a deep responsibility to get this team turned around. nytimes.com/athletic/57540…

On the latest episode of The Windup, @ChadJennings22 and Stephen J. Nesbitt play a little game of “Best and Worst.” What categories is a team first in the league and then another where they're last? Plus, they discuss Matt Chapman's extension. Listen: theathletic.lnk.to/windTX?utm_med…

The 2017 American League Rookie of the Year card? What about the 2022 AL MVP? Here are the best starting points and things to know when it comes to Aaron Judge trading cards: nytimes.com/athletic/57546…

It’s time. Yankees top prospect Jasson Domínguez was called up by the team ahead of their three-game series with the Royals on Monday. More details ⤵️ nytimes.com/athletic/57565…