The New York Mets acquired reliever Ryne Stanek from the Mariners in exchange for minor league outfielder Rhylan Thomas

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Ryne Stanek reacts after giving up a two-run home run during the seventh inning of a baseball game against

The Mets acquired right-hander Ryne Stanek from the Seattle Mariners for minor league outfielder Rhylan Thomas on Friday night to strengthen their bullpen. Stanek, who turned 33 on Friday, had a record of 6-3 with…

As the trade deadline nears, the Arizona Diamondbacks are being aggressive, acquiring Miami Marlins left-handed pitcher A.J. Puk in a trade

A.J. Puk pitches the ball at the game between Miami Marlins and Boston Red Sox

The Arizona Diamondbacks acquired left-handed pitcher A.J. Puk from the Miami Marlins on Thursday, indicating that the D-backs are preparing to be active as the trade deadline approaches. The 29-year-old Puk is expected to be…

In the bottom of the 9th inning, Max Kepler’s infield single secured a thrilling 5-4 walk-off victory for the Minnesota Twins against the NL-leading Philadelphia Phillies

Max Kepler celebrates his game winning single

Max Kepler’s crucial infield single drove in the deciding run in the ninth inning, securing a 5-4 victory for the Minnesota Twins over the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday, clinching the series. The winning sequence began…