CLEVELAND (AP) — Michael Brantley homered leading off the eighth inning, and the Cleveland Indians headed into the All-Star break with a 5-2 win over the New York Yankees on Sunday to split their four-game series.One of six Cleveland players who will be in Washington for Tuesday's All-Star …

CLEVELAND (AP) — When he got back to the dugout, Austin Romine was greeted with smiling faces and laughter."Why does everyone have fun watching a catcher round the bases?" he said.Romine chuckled, too.New York's backup catcher came all the way around and scored when Cleveland committed two …

CLEVELAND (AP) — Francisco Mejia's name keeps popping up in trade rumors. On Saturday, it was in Cleveland's lineup.The Indians recalled their top prospect from Triple-A Columbus amid speculation about him being part of potential deals before the July 31 trading deadline. Mejia will bat …

CLEVELAND (AP) — New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez will begin a rehab stint on Sunday at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre as he recovers from a groin strain.Sanchez has been sidelined since June 25, but has steadily improved in recent days and is ready to return to the field.Yankees …

CLEVELAND (AP) — Following another strong start from Shane Bieber, Indians closer Cody Allen managed to hit the brakes just in time during yet another tense ninth inning.Allen overcame Giancarlo Stanton's leadoff homer in the ninth and retired pinch-hitter Didi Gregorius with the tying run …

CLEVELAND (AP) — Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman won't pitch in the All-Star Game in order to rest his sore left knee.Chapman earned his 25th save Thursday against the Cleveland Indians in his first appearance since Saturday, when he was removed from a game in Toronto after facing one batter …

CLEVELAND (AP) — Corey Kluber's stellar first half ended with a sudden stop.Cleveland's ace received an injection in his right knee that will force him to miss the All-Star Game. But more importantly, the Indians are hoping it will allow the right-hander to continue leading their rotation …

CLEVELAND (AP) — Indians manager Terry Francona trusted Corey Kluber to keep the Yankees from scoring.At this point, he has no better option.Kluber gave up a go-ahead double to Aaron Hicks with one out in the eighth inning as New York scored late against Cleveland's ace and downed the …

BALTIMORE (AP) — After spending three days at Camden Yards, Greg Bird and Sonny Gray left town feeling a whole lot better than when they arrived.Bird hit his first career grand slam to back a dominating pitching performance by Gray, and the New York Yankees beat the Baltimore Orioles 9-0 …

BALTIMORE (AP) — There's no telling how long the Baltimore Orioles will have Manny Machado on their side, so they're going to enjoy it while they can.Machado hit two home runs, Jonathan Schoop singled in the winning run with two outs in the ninth inning, and Baltimore rallied past the New …

A look at what's happening around the majors today:SURGING SOXThe major league-best Boston Red Sox look for their 15th win in 18 games as they host the Texas Rangers in the middle game of their series. The Red Sox, who lead the second-place Yankees by 2 1/2 games in the AL East, send Hector …

BALTIMORE (AP) — Standing at the plate with a chance to tie the game, Brett Gardner grounded out to seal a galling defeat to the Baltimore Orioles.Given the opportunity for redemption, Gardner and the Yankees cranked up the offense to earn a doubleheader split.Gardner had four hits, homered …

BOSTON (AP) — J.D. Martinez hit his major league-leading 28th home run. Mookie Betts had two hits and a running catch in center field. Mitch Moreland made an over-the-shoulder grab. Even Andrew Benintendi, who is still trying to earn a spot in the All-Star Game, had a pair of hits.The …

Mike Trout, Aaron Judge and Mookie Betts form a dream outfield for the American League. Bryce Harper and Max Scherzer make up a not-so-gracious welcome committee for the NL.Power in the center of power. A capital-sized All-Star Game.Baseball unveiled the rosters for its midsummer showcase Sunday …

TORONTO (AP) — Having campaigned for an early start to Sunday's series finale in Toronto, the New York Yankees didn't want extra innings slowing down their departure.Brett Gardner made sure that wasn't a problem.Gardner hit a tiebreaking RBI single in the 10th inning and the Yankees beat …

TORONTO (AP) — Yankees manager Aaron Boone would like to see Luis Severino start the All Star game for the American League.He just wants someone else to take over in the second inning.Severino pitched five innings to earn his major league-leading 14th win, Brett Gardner and Aaron Judge each …

TORONTO (AP) — The New York Yankees recalled outfielder Clint Frazier from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes Barre before Saturday's game against Toronto.Frazier is batting .350 with no homers and one RBI in eight games with the Yankees this season.To make room on the roster, the Yankees designated …

TORONTO (AP) — Sonny Gray will get at least one more chance to show he deserves to keep his place in New York's rotation, though the Yankees are growing increasingly concerned about the struggling starter.Justin Smoak hit a three-run homer, Yangervis Solarte reached base four times and the …

A look at what's happening around the majors today:HITTING BRAVESAmong the many things the Atlanta Braves have done right on their way to leading the National League East this season, they've been getting hits. The Braves began their series against fellow division leader Milwaukee on Thursday …

NEW YORK (AP) — Now that fan voting is finished, it's a good time to take a hard look at All-Star Game selections.Which players are worthy of participating July 17 in Washington, and who gets left out?Let's touch on this topic first: Shohei Ohtani is incredibly talented and fascinating to …