The Tigers say they haven't made a decision regarding the future of Brad Ausmus despite reports that they plan to fire him as manager after the season.
The Royals broke the franchise attendance record of 2,477,700 (1989), when fan No. 2,477,701 entered Kauffman Stadium for Wednesday night's game against the Twins.
Jeff Samardzija, 30, is on his way to throwing 200-plus innings for the third-straight season, but his market value may have decreased as free agency approaches.
Major League Baseball and the Players' Association have agreed to allow the New York Mets to remain a bidder for Yoenis Cespedes throughout the offseason.