Veteran right-handed pitcher Chris Stratton, who was designated for assignment by the Los Angeles Dodgers earlier this week, has cleared waivers and was sent outright to Triple-A Oklahoma City. However,

LOS ANGELES -- Ryan Yarbrough picked up a dazzling World Series ring from his time with the Los Angeles Dodgers last season. Then he went out and beat them. The New York Yankees starter pitched one-run ball over six innings, struck out a season-high five and blanked the Dodgers’ top four hitters in a 7-3 win Sunday night.

Griffin Canning was exceptional for the Mets this evening. Over six innings, he allowed three hits and one walk against seven strikeouts. He looked completely in control, keeping batters off balance.