Cubs' Baez Could Return If They Reach Playoffs

The Chicago Cubs say shortstop Javier Báez could return to the lineup if they reach the playoffs. Báez fractured his left thumb on a headfirst slide into second base during a September 1 game against Milwaukee.

Red Sox Ortiz Returned Monday

Former Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz returned to Fenway Park Monday night to throw out the first pitch before the game against the New York Yankees. It was Ortiz's first public appearance since he was shot in the Dominican Republic in June

Yankees' Tauchman Diagnosed With Calf Strain

New York Yankees outfielder Mike Tauchman has been diagnosed with a Grade 2 calf strain and is done for the season. Tauchman left Sunday night's game at the bottom of the fourth inning and an MRI later revealed the strain.

Astros Hit Six HRs In First Two Innings

The Houston Astros hit a major league-record six home runs in the first two innings in Monday night’s 15-0 win over the Oakland Athletics. Combined with their 21-1 win over the Seattle Mariners on Sunday, the Astros set a franchise record with 36 runs scored in consecutive games.

Monday, September 9 Scoreboard

Chicago Cubs 10, San Diego 2

New York Yankees 5, Boston 0

New York Mets 3, Arizona 1

Atlanta 7, Philadelphia 2

Houston 15, Oakland 0

Milwaukee 8, Miami 3

Cleveland 6, Los Angeles Angels 2

Pittsburgh 6, San Francisco 4

Tuesday, September 10 Schedule (All Times Central)

New York Yankees at Detroit, 5:40 p.m.

Atlanta at Philadelphia, 6:05 p.m.

Los Angeles Dodgers at Baltimore, 6:05 p.m.

Boston at Toronto, 6:07 p.m.

Milwaukee at Miami, 6:10 p.m.

Arizona at New York Mets, 6:10 p.m.

Washington at Minnesota, 6:40 p.m.

Tampa Bay at Texas, 7:05 p.m.

Oakland at Houston, 7:10 p.m.

Kansas City at Chicago White Sox, 7:10 p.m.

St. Louis at Colorado, 7:40 p.m.

Pittsburgh at San Francisco, 8:45 p.m.

Cleveland at Los Angeles, 9:07 p.m.

Chicago Cubs at San Diego, 9:10 p.m.

Cincinnati at Seattle, 9:10 p.m.