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Sources: Cubs' Bregman has facial fractures, hopeful for postseason

Chicago Cubs star Alex Bregman suffered multiple facial fractures after being struck by a foul ball while standing in the on-deck circle Sunday, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Giants put rookie Eldridge on concussion list after accident at team hotel

Bryce Eldridge's strong rookie season for San Francisco appears to have come to an end.

Jays ace Cease avoids serious injury, MRI shows

The MRI on Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Dylan Cease's right shoulder showed only inflammation and not anything more serious, he told reporters Monday.

RHP Ryan, key piece in Skubal trade, shines in debut for Tigers

River Ryan, acquired from the Dodgers in the Tarik Skubal trade, was outstanding in his Detroit debut Monday night, pitching three scoreless innings in a win against the Nationals.

Braves return to top of NL East with 7th title in 9 years

Under first-year manager Walt Weiss, Atlanta has rebounded after missing the playoffs last season.

Red Sox clinch playoff spot, 4th to do so after being 14-plus games below .500

The Red Sox are the fourth team to make the playoffs after being 14-or-more games under .500 in a season in the World Series era (since 1903).

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