The Seattle Mariners are the hottest team in the American League and on the verge of becoming a division leader. With a 1-0 win over the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday, the Mariners took their eighth straight game and moved to a half-game back of the Houston Astros,

The Seattle Mariners have extended their winning streak to eight games with a 1-0 victory over the Baltimore Orioles. On Tuesday night, George Kirby led the team, allowing just three hits in

The Mariners have at least a share of 1st place in the AL West for the first time since June 1. Now all they have to do is bury the Astros.

Houston Astros All-Star closer Josh Hader was placed on the 15-day disabled list Tuesday with a strained left shoulder. The move, retroactive to Monday, comes after the left-hander reported shoulder discomfort before Monday's game against the Boston Red Sox.

Josh Hader going on the injured list was part of a series of moves the Astros made Tuesday involving their bullpen.

Houston Astros All-Star closer Josh Hader was placed on the 15-day injured list Tuesday with a left shoulder strain. The left-hander had been unavailable Monday night after experiencing shoulder discomfort.