Red Sox won't start Chris Sale (shoulder) in 3-game series vs. Jays  —  Boston Red Sox left-handed ace Chris Sale, on the disabled list because of shoulder inflammation, will not return for this week's series in Toronto.  —  When Sale went on the DL, both he and team said the issue was minor …

Astros OF George Springer exits with thumb injury vs Dodgers  —  The team says Springer exited with discomfort in his thumb Sunday following a headfirst dive into the bag.  —  LOS ANGELES (AP) — All-Star outfielder George Springer has left Houston's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers …

As Astros welcome Roberto Osuna, they wave goodbye to their integrity  —  The Houston Astros might be able to repeat as World Series champions this year without selling their souls, but they already gave away a chunk of their integrity.  —  A very big chunk.

Column: A weight has been lifted off Bryce Harper, and he's ready for Nationals' final stand  —  The Washington Post  —  Bryce Harper doubled home the eventual game-winning run in the Washington Nationals' 2-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday afternoon, then afterward sat quiet …

Cabrera's 2-run HR in 8th lifts Phillies to sweep of Marlins  —  PHILADELPHIA - Asdrubal Cabrera hit a tiebreaking two-run homer in the eighth inning and the surging Philadelphia Phillies completed a four-game sweep of the Miami Marlins with a 5-3 victory on Sunday.

Lester hit hard again as Cubs lose 10-6 to Padres  —  CHICAGO — Jon Lester offered no clues.  When it comes to his mid-summer swoon, there's only one thing for the veteran left-hander to do.  —  “Figure it out.  A little rut right now,” he said.  “Keep grinding.”

Dozier, Machado lead Dodgers to 3-2 win over Astros  —  LOS ANGELES (AP) — Brian Dozier delivered a two-run double in the first inning and Manny Machado had three hits with two runs scored as the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Houston Astros 3-2 on Sunday.

MLB: Reliever Kelley acquired by A's  —  Reliever Shawn Kelley was acquired Sunday by Oakland from Washington for cash and international slot money.  —  Kelley, 34, was designated for assignment Wednesday, a day after slamming his glove on the mound while pitching in the ninth inning of a 25-4 victory over the New York Mets.

'It's not fun': Kris Bryant doesn't know when he'll be able to swing a bat as DL stint drags on  —  Chicago Tribune  —  It has been two weeks since Kris Bryant laid down his bat to calm the left shoulder inflammation that landed him on the disabled list.  —  Bryant said Sunday …

Angels manager Mike Scioscia nixes report he'll step down as ‘poppycock’  —  Los Angeles Angels manager Mike Scioscia reached deep into his vocabulary to describe a report saying he'll step down after this season.  —  “Poppycock,” Sciocsia said Sunday, using a dated term for “nonsense.”

Arenado's homer lifts Rockies over Brewers, 5-4 in 11  —  MILWAUKEE (AP) - Nolan Arenado hit a go-ahead homer with two outs in the 11th inning and the Colorado Rockies beat the Milwaukee Brewers 5-4 on Sunday thanks to an overturned replay review.  —  Arenado's 29th homer …

Mickey Mantle ‘mint’ card found at convention fetches $50,000 offer after collector paid $500 for spot  —  Mickey Mantle hasn't played in the major leagues since 1968, but his ability to amaze continues even to this day.  —  The latest feat attributed to him came at the National Sports Collectors Convention …