Orioles win AL East, exceeding expectations with unique blend of stars, survivors and castoffs: 'They've learned to battle'  —  The Orioles entered 2023 with high expectations for themselves, but few beyond the clubhouse believed they were capable of what they achieved Thursday.

Miami Marlins rally in the 9th inning to take a 2-1 lead against the NY Mets — but rain causes a suspension  —  NEW YORK — Having rallied to take a ninth-inning lead against the New York Mets, the Miami Marlins were foiled by the weather at Citi Field once again.

Miguel Cabrera named special assistant to Detroit Tigers president of baseball operations  —  Miguel Cabrera isn't leaving the Detroit Tigers.  —  After Sunday's final game, Cabrera will begin his new role within the organization as a special assistant to the president of baseball operations.

Diamondbacks' offense stalls in loss to Chicago White Sox  —  CHICAGO — The Diamondbacks were peppered with questions on Thursday morning about how they planned to handle the next 24 to 48 hours.  If they clinched a playoff spot while flying home to Arizona, would they celebrate in the air?

Rangers' latest bullpen meltdown spoils would-be playoff celebration  —  With the visiting clubhouse prepped for a champagne celebration, the Rangers fell apart once more in a walkoff loss to Seattle.  —  SEATTLE — There is no choice.  It must be this way.

Where can you get Phillies playoff tickets?  Find out how to experience Red October at CBP  —  Are you ready for October baseball and the ability to see the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park?  —  The first thing you'll need to do is get tickets, which isn't going to be easy.

Red Sox say Tim Wakefield is in treatment, asks for privacy after illness outed by Schilling  —  The Boston Red Sox say announcer and former knuckleballer Tim Wakefield is undergoing treatment for a disease they did not specify and asked for fans to respect his privacy after his illness …