What You Need to Know

What You Need to Know: Braun Comes Clean(er)

The suspended slugger releases a statement.

Good pitching hasn't prevented Kansas City's playoff odds from plummeting.

Diamondbacks success story Patrick Corbin continues to pitch well with a standout start in Cincinnati.

Jose Fernandez put a damper on the Dodgers on Monday, but their recent performance is still historic.

Chris Davis and Miguel Cabrera continued their personal home run competition on Sunday.

Alex Cobb returns to rearm the Rays for the stretch run.

The Yankees' big trade deadline acquisition pays off with a pair of big days.

Tuesday's baseball was #weird.

Twins starter Andrew Albers throws a shutout in his second start, and Adam Eaton helps the Diamondbacks keep pace with the Dodgers.

Mariano Rivera has blown three straight save opportunities, but the Yankees won their weekend matchup anyway.

Some slim division leads have become more sizeable lately.

The Mets' ace improved his pacing and stamina to blank the Rockies on Wednesday night.

A sad season in Minnesota is brightened by the arrival of a new Twin with an excellent story.

The return of Justin Upton's power has propelled the Braves to a sizzling hot streak.

He has the least-famous name, but Felix Doubront has been Boston's most dependable starter.

The Tigers, Indians, and Royals have separated themselves from the Twins and White Sox, but which will emerge victorious?