Boston Red Sox (53-46, third in the AL East) vs. Chicago Cubs (58-39, first in the NL Central)Chicago; Saturday, 7:15 p.m.

A baserunning mistake by Abraham Toro proved crucial in the Sox’ first loss since July 2. With Boston trailing by two runs in the fifth, Toro was doubled off at second base by center fielder Pete Crow ...

The Cubs have the best record in the National League, and can they improve upon it on Saturday with a second straight win ...

The Boston Red Sox are going to be one of the more interesting teams to follow with the trade deadline quickly approaching.

The Milwaukee Brewers have placed themselves in a strong position to return to October, and now they are preparing to add at the trade deadline.