New York's seven-game American League East lead through late May has evaporated and then some. They improved to 42-25 after defeating the Kansas City Royals on June 12, but have gone 18-28 since then.

Freddy Peralta praised the Brewers' hot streak as Milwaukee surged to MLB's best record with scrappy play, speed, and strong pitching.

The Red Sox decided to cut ties with a struggling reliever ahead of Tuesday's win over the Royals at Fenway Park.