In a crowded National League playoff race, a seven-game winning streak can go a long way, which is why the Reds jumped up 12 whole spots in our latest Power Rankings after a scorching week that put them right back in the mix for a Wild Card spot.
“It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” star Rob McElhenney was presented with an impossible choice: Throw out the first pitch to his idol, former scene partner and new neighbor Chase Utley, or to current Phillies superstar Bryce Harper. It turned out the answer was an easy one. Why not bring them both out for a double play turn to kick off the London Series finale?
Yusei Kikuchi was only trying to get out of the way of A’s first baseman Tyler Soderstrom’s pursuit of a foul ball, but instead he caused an accidental collision that left the Blue Jays pitcher feeling “a little embarrassed.”
The Royals have a chance to prove they’re for real against the AL-best Yankees, while the Cardinals and Cubs renew their rivalry as they try to find their footing in the NL Central.
Cricket fans gathered at Citi Field for a watch party of the World Cup match between India and Pakistan were treated to a surprise show from rehabbing Mets ace Kodai Senga, who came out onto the field to get some work in.
You may not know the name John Beckwith, but even Babe Ruth took notice of the man they called “The Black Bomber,” who was a prodigious power hitter in the Negro Leagues despite never gaining wide recognition.
Phillies No. 4 prospect Justin Crawford is hitting his stride, while Yanks top prospect Jasson Domínguez is tearing the cover off the ball again. Plus, check out how Gerrit Cole fared in his rehab start.
