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Yankees Mariano Rivera comes into the game in the 9th inning during the 79th MLB All-Star Game at the old Yankee Stadium in the Bronx July 15, 2008. The American League won the game 4-3 in the 15th inning of a game that took just under 5 hours to play.

New York Yankees Legend Made Baseball History vs. Seattle Mariners 13 Years Ago Today

September 13th marks a very special anniversary for New York Yankees legend Mariano Rivera.

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New York Yankees Legend Made Baseball History vs. Seattle Mariners 13 Years Ago Today

September 13th marks a very special anniversary for New York Yankees legend Mariano Rivera.

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New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (12) throws Toronto Blue Jays right fielder George Springer (not pictured) out at first base during the first inning at Rogers Centre on Sept 9.

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New York Mets Shortstop Does Something Never Done Before in Baseball History

Shohei Ohtani is very likely to win the National League MVP Award, but Francisco Lindor of the New York Mets is putting together a historic season in his own right.

Oakland Athletics outfielder JJ Bleday (33) prepares to bat against the Seattle Mariners in the first inning at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on Sept 4.

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Oakland Athletics Outfielder Makes Recent History with Major Accomplishment

The Oakland Athletics are building something exciting in 2024 and outfielder JJ Bleday is a major part of it.

Sep 12, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe (11) and center fielder Aaron Judge (99) dump gatorade on right fielder Juan Soto (22) for getting the game winning hit while being interviewed by Fox Broadcaster Ken Rosenthal after the game against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium.

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Juan Soto Delivers Extra-Inning Walk-Off in Wake of Yankees, Red Sox Making History

One day after the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees both scored walk-off wins in extra innings, Juan Soto handed his team the head-to-head victory with his second career walk-off hit.

Los Angeles Angels first baseman Charles Leblanc (33) fields the ball during the eighth inning against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field on Sept 10.

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Los Angeles Angels Trying to Avoid Embarrassing Team History Down the Stretch

As the 2024 season heads into its final stretch, the Los Angeles Angels are trying to avoid suffering a franchise indignity.

New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez (4) runs the bases after hitting a three run home run against the Toronto Blue Jays during the ninth inning at Rogers Centre on Sept 11.

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New York Mets Backstop Moved Up Team History Books This Week

The New York Mets earned a huge win earlier this week as catcher Francisco Alvarez hit a historic blast.

Sep 12, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Texas Rangers starting pitcher Kumar Rocker (80) pitches to the Seattle Mariners during the first inning at T-Mobile Park.

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Texas Rangers' Kumar Rocker Racks Up Whiffs at Historic Rate in MLB Debut

Kumar Rocker dominated the Seattle Mariners' lineup with his slider on Thursday, setting the stage for the Texas Rangers to come away with a win in his first MLB appearance.

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) warms up before the game against the Oakland Athletics at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on Sept 6.

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Detroit Tigers Ace Ties Franchise Legend in Team Strikeout History

The Detroit Tigers suffered a playoff-crippling loss on Thursday, but Tarik Skubal continued his move up the team's history books.

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) embraces starting pitcher Bowden Francis (44) after a win over the Los Angeles Angels at Rogers Centre on Aug 24.

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Toronto Blue Jays Pitcher Has Even More History on His Side in Recent Run

Bowden Francis nearly threw a no-hitter on Wednesday for the Toronto Blue Jays, and that's just part of the historic run that he's been on.

Sep 12, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Milwaukee Brewers left fielder Jackson Chourio (11) rounds the bases on a two run home run against the San Francisco Giants during the eighth inning at Oracle Park.

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Milwaukee Brewers’ Jackson Chourio Becomes Youngest Member of MLB’s 20-20 Club

Jackson Chourio hit his 20th home run of the season against the San Francisco Giants on Thursday night, vaulting the 20-year-old Milwaukee Brewers rookie in the esteemed 20-20 club.

Aug 31, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Oakland Athletics right fielder Lawrence Butler (4) reacts at second base after hitting a double during the sixth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.

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Lawrence Butler Extends Hitting Streak, Moves Up Oakland Athletics' All-Time Leaderboards

Thanks to his double in the third inning of Thursday's showdown with the Houston Astros, Oakland Athletics right fielder Lawrence Butler now boasts a 20-game hitting streak.

Sep 3, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Eugenio Suárez (28) is congratulated by left fielder Randal Grichuk (15) after he scored against the San Francisco Giants during the third inning at Oracle Park.

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Arizona Diamondbacks Slugger Eugenio Suárez Joins Babe Ruth in MLB History Books

Eugenio Suárez, who leads MLB with 22 home runs and 60 RBI since July 1, had yet another big game for the Arizona Diamondbacks in their win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday.

San Francisco Giants catcher Patrick Bailey (14) and starting pitcher Blake Snell (7) talk before a bass-loaded pitch against the Milwaukee Brewers during the second inning at Oracle Park on Sept 11.

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San Francisco Giants Lefty Cements Himself in Team History with Another Gem

The San Francisco Giants beat the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday night behind another gem on the mound from Blake Snell.

Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams (5) kneels by second base after being thrown out during a stolen base attempt against the Chicago Cubs during the sixth inning at Nationals Park on Aug 31.

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Washington Nationals Youngster Joins Exclusive Group Among Shortstops in History

C.J. Abrams is turning into everything the Washington Nationals could have wanted when they acquired him from the San Diego Padres.

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) steals second base during the second inning against the Chicago Cubs at Dodger Stadium on Sept 11.

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Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani Making Baseball History Rarely Seen in Last 124 Years

The Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday night as Shohei Ohtani continued his legendary season.

Detroit Tigers designated hitter Kerry Carpenter (30) celebrates a double against Colorado Rockies during the fifth inning at Comerica Park in Detroit on Wednesday, September 11, 2024.

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Detroit Tigers' Kerry Carpenter Makes Franchise History as Playoff Race Heats Up

Kerry Carpenter went 4-for-4 with a double, a triple, two singles and an RBI in Wednesday's win over the Colorado Rockies, keeping the Detroit Tigers alive in the hunt for an AL Wild Card spot.

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Cole Ragans (55) delivers a pitch against the Minnesota Twins during the first inning at Kauffman Stadium on Sept 6.

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Kansas City Royals Hurler Passes Yet Another Name in Team History

The Kansas City Royals lost to the New York Yankees on Wednesday night, but pitcher Cole Ragans turned in another solid performance on the mound.

Sep 11, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox left fielder Tyler O'Neill (17) his a three run home run to win the game against the Baltimore Orioles in 10 innings at Fenway Park.

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Boston Red Sox Slugger Tyler O’Neill Moves Up Historic Lists With Walk-Off Home Run

Tyler O'Neill delivered a walk-off home run in extra innings against the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday, continuing his dominant debut season with the Boston Red Sox.

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Bowden Francis (44) throws a pitch against the Philadelphia Phillies during the first inning at Rogers Centre on Sept 4.

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Toronto Blue Jays Pitcher Makes Baseball History with Another Gem on Wednesday

Kudos to Bowden Francis, who made baseball history on Wednesday in a near no-hitter against the New York Mets.

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (12) runs the bases after hitting a home run against the Toronto Blue Jays during the ninth inning at Rogers Centre on Sept 11.

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New York Mets Make All Sorts of History in Near No-Hitter Turned Victory on Wednesday

The New York Mets were no-hit for eight innings on Wednesday before exploding to beat the Toronto Blue Jays in historic fashion.

New York Yankees right fielder Juan Soto (22) looks up at his two run home run during the sixth inning against the Kansas City Royals at Yankee Stadium on Sept 11.

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New York Yankees' Juan Soto on Verge of Incredible History After Big Game on Wednesday

The New York Yankees beat the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday night as Juan Soto helped fuel the victory.

Arizona Diamondbacks Adrian Del Castillo (25) reacts after hitting a three-run home run against the Texas Rangers in the fifth inning at Chase Field in Phoenix on Sept. 11, 2024.

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Arizona Diamondbacks Tie Franchise's Single-Game Extra-Base Hits Record

Wednesday's World Series rematch was a one-sided affair, as the Arizona Diamondbacks racked up 12 extra-base hits and 14 runs against the Texas Rangers.

San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado celebrates after hitting franchise-leading 164th home run with the team during a game against the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday at T-Mobile Park.

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San Diego Padres Third Baseman Manny Machado Comments on History-Making Home Run

San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado spoke about his franchise-record-setting 164th home run after Tuesday's win against the Seattle Mariners.

Sep 7, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (44) hits an RBI single against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the fourth inning at Minute Maid Park.

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Houston Astros Slugger Yordan Alvarez on Pace to Post Historic Lefty-Lefty Splits

Yordan Alvarez had two hits in Tuesday's game versus the Oakland Athletics, bumping the Houston Astros lefty's batting average against southpaws up to a whopping .379.

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Ernie Clement (28) scores on a double by designated hitter Spencer Horwitz (not pictured) during the seventh inning against the New York Mets at Rogers Centre on Sept 10.

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Toronto Blue Jays Rookie Putting Together Year For the History Books

The Toronto Blue Jays are destined to finish last in the American League East this year, but rookie Spencer Horwitz has made an early impression.