MLB Baseball 8 Hours

Last updated: August 31, 2026, 12:09 AM ET

AL East Notebook

The Yankees routed the Red Sox 16-1 in a blowout that unraveled after Ceddanne Rafaela’s disputed diving catch was overturned on replay review. Boston’s frustration was compounded by roster reinforcements, as Roman Anthony and Trevor Story rejoined the club for the series finale after lengthy injury absences. Meanwhile, Yankees rookie shortstop George Lombard Jr. avoided structural damage to his right knee, though he could still land on the injured list.

Injury Updates

The Twins placed outfielder Byron Buxton on the 10-day IL with a right hip impingement. Seattle also made a roster move, placing right-hander Emerson Hancock on the 15-day IL with a strained left adductor, retroactive to August 29.

Milestone & Walk-Off

Max Scherzer delivered a vintage performance, fanning 10 batters and passing Hall of Famer Gaylord Perry for ninth on the all-time strikeout list. In Tampa Bay, Jonny DeLuca’s ninth-inning homer off Mason Miller tied the game, and Jorge Mateo’s single in the 11th completed the sweep over San Diego with a 5-4 win.