For the executives representing highly motivated franchises looking to nail down division titles and avoid the win-or-go-home game to start the playoffs, the level of competitive balance is complicating the…Read more

While continuing to express confidence in first-half stalwart Will Smith, Brewers manager Ron Roenicke suggested Wednesday that he may begin trying someone else in a setup role.    Read more

Count manager Terry Collins among those not anticipating sweeping changes before Thursday's non-waiver Trade Deadline. Two days after general manager Sandy Alderson said the Mets are "unlikely" to make any…Read more

The Phillies seem to have temporarily lost another trade partner, as the Cardinals filled a starting pitching need by acquiring tight-hander Justin Masterson from the Indians.    Read more