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Veteran Lance Lynn looks for first win in 2024 vs. A's
Lance Lynn attempts to trace the footsteps of fellow veteran righty Sonny Gray and break into the win column as the visiting St. Louis Cardinals go for a second straight victory over the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday night....

Cubs' Michael Busch in pursuit of record book vs. Diamondbacks
There wasn't much of a ripple when the Chicago Cubs acquired Michael Busch in a minor trade from the Los Angeles Dodgers in January.,But people are noticing now as Busch has put on a power show during his first few weeks with the Cubs.,Busch tied the franchise record by hitting homers in five straig...

Jackson Merrill, Padres look to extend surge in clash vs. Brewers
Rookie Jackson Merrill's enthusiasm appears to be contagious for the San Diego Padres, who will continue their three-game series against the host Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday night.,The 20-year Merrill recorded his second consecutive three-hit game to help the Padres rally for a 7-3 victory Monday. ...

Jackson Merrill, Padres look to extend surge in clash vs. Brewers
Rookie Jackson Merrill's enthusiasm appears to be contagious for the San Diego Padres, who will continue their three-game series against the host Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday night....

Cubs' Michael Busch in pursuit of record book vs. Diamondbacks
There wasn't much of a ripple when the Chicago Cubs acquired Michael Busch in a minor trade from the Los Angeles Dodgers in January....

Boosted by bullpen, Braves seek another win vs. Astros
The Atlanta Braves won't be able to replace the performances of ace right-hander Spencer Strider, whose season-ending elbow surgery has left a gaping hole atop their rotation.,However, what Atlanta remains hopeful of accomplishing is putting together the right combination of pitchers on a given nigh...

Boosted by bullpen, Braves seek another win vs. Astros
The Atlanta Braves won't be able to replace the performances of ace right-hander Spencer Strider, whose season-ending elbow surgery has left a gaping hole atop their rotation....

As frustrations mount, White Sox turn to another young arm vs. Royals
With the franchise off to its worst start in its 124-year history, the Chicago White Sox held a team meeting before Monday night's series opener with the visiting Kansas City Royals. ,And nothing changed.,The White Sox managed just four singles -- two from Andrew Benintendi -- in a 2-0 loss to the R...

As frustrations mount, White Sox turn to another young arm vs. Royals
With the franchise off to its worst start in its 124-year history, the Chicago White Sox held a team meeting before Monday night's series opener with the visiting Kansas City Royals....

Mets host Pirates, look to bump up winning percentage again
New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza doesn't favor the expression "it's still early.",But it's not too early for the Mets to be relieved they're at .500. The last time they were there? June 4, 2023.,The Mets will look to climb over the break-even mark for the first time under their first-year manage...

Mets host Pirates, look to bump up winning percentage again
New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza doesn't favor the expression "it's still early."...

Blue Jays C Danny Jansen getting late start to season vs. Yankees
Catcher Danny Jansen is expected to return to the Toronto lineup Tuesday night when the Blue Jays go for a series-clinching victory over the visiting New York Yankees.,Jansen opened the season on the injured list after suffering a fractured right wrist when hit by a pitch during a spring training ga...

Blue Jays C Danny Jansen getting late start to season vs. Yankees
Catcher Danny Jansen is expected to return to the Toronto lineup Tuesday night when the Blue Jays go for a series-clinching victory over the visiting New York Yankees....

Rays' Rene Pinto hopes to get on a roll vs. Angels
Everything the Tampa Bay Rays did -- or didn't do -- during the offseason and spring training made it clear they were all in on catcher Rene Pinto for 2024.,Pinto's slow start at the plate this season might have been some cause for concern, but he appears to be on his way to establishing himself as ...

Rays' Rene Pinto hopes to get on a roll vs. Angels
Everything the Tampa Bay Rays did — or didn't do — during the offseason and spring training made it clear they were all in on catcher Rene Pinto for 2024....

Phillies look to ignite offense in rematch vs. Rockies
Cristian Pache gave the struggling Philadelphia Phillies' offense a much-needed lift.,And he didn't even enter the game until the eighth inning.,Pache's walk-off single to right field in the bottom of the 10th propelled Philadelphia to a 2-1 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Monday.,The Phillies ...

Phillies look to ignite offense in rematch vs. Rockies
Cristian Pache gave the struggling Philadelphia Phillies' offense a much-needed lift....

Cedric Mullins, Orioles look to topple Twins
With so many rising young standouts playing roles for the Baltimore Orioles, Cedric Mullins probably shouldn't be overlooked. ,He's one of the Orioles' veterans -- and recently one of the most productive members of the team. ,Mullins will try to keep that role going on Tuesday evening when Baltimore...

Cedric Mullins, Orioles look to topple Twins
With so many rising young standouts playing roles for the Baltimore Orioles, Cedric Mullins probably shouldn't be overlooked....

Tigers' Casey Mize makes long-awaited home start vs. Rangers
Casey Mize hasn't pitched in front of his home fans for more than two years. That will change on Tuesday afternoon when the Detroit Tigers right-hander starts the second contest of the three-game series against the Texas Rangers.,Mize (0-0, 4.82 ERA) has made two road starts this season since comple...