Diamondbacks to cut ties with De Jon Watson … The Diamondbacks informed De Jon Watson, the club's senior vice president of baseball operations, that he will not have his contract option picked up for 2017, the first of what could be several leadership changes for the organization.

Nats eye postseason in final Turner Field tilt  —  When the Nationals play their final game at Turner Field on Sunday afternoon, they'll hope to create a lasting memory of the ballpark as they try to take one step closer toward clinching the franchise's fourth postseason berth and third National League East title.

Justin Morneau on playing next season: ‘Choice might not be up to me’  —  White Sox designated hitter Justin Morneau discusses his neck injury on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2016.  (Colleen Kane/Chicago Tribune)  —  Chicago Tribune  —  White Sox designated hitter Justin Morneau wasn't ready …

Lewis Working Toward Playoffs but Rangers Lose 5-2 to A's  —  ARLINGTON, Texas — Colby Lewis has been a successful postseason pitcher for the Rangers, and the veteran right-hander is trying to get back on track with Texas closing in on another AL West title.

Kinsler's Helmet Knocked Off by Pitch, Tigers Top Indians  —  CLEVELAND — Ian Kinsler got his helmet knocked off by a pitch from Trevor Bauer, yelled at the Cleveland right-hander and later was ejected as the Detroit Tigers beat the Indians 9-5 in a testy game Sunday.

Steven Matz (shoulder) could pitch this week  —  NEW YORK — Sidelined starter Steven Matz could rejoin the New York Mets this week “with an opportunity to pitch,” manager Terry Collins said Sunday before the club took on the Minnesota Twins at Citi Field.  —  Matz is hindered …

Notes: Several Reds regulars may not return  —  The Reds' September roster is both expanded and depleted — a contradiction based on minor-league call-ups and a swath of injuries among the regulars.  —  Shortstop Zack Cozart hasn't played since Sept. 10 with soreness in his surgically repaired knee …

Weirdest.  Team Ever.: Drug users, has-beens and never-weres on 1986 San Jose Bees  — The 1986 San Jose Bees were an independent league team that lasted just one season but left behind a lifetime of memories for its players and first-time manager.  —  Mike Norris awoke on New Year's Day 1986 …

Latest On Ivan Nova, Pirates' Offseason  —  The Pirates acquired Ivan Nova from the Yankees without much fanfare at the Aug. 1 trade deadline, but the right-hander has since turned into Pittsburgh's latest successful reclamation project.  Nova had a rough showing against the Reds on Sunday …

Granderson Homers in 11th and 12th, Lifts Mets Over Twins  —  NEW YORK — Curtis Granderson hit a solo home run with two outs in the 12th inning after also connecting for a tying shot in the 11th, lifting the New York Mets over the Minnesota Twins 3-2 on Saturday night hours …

Orioles Make Three Roster Moves  —  The Orioles have announced a few roster moves, including placing infielder Steve Pearce on the 60-day disabled list and reinstating reliever Darren O'Day from the 15-day DL.  The club has also purchased the contract of first baseman Trey Mancini from Triple-A Norfolk.

Indians' Carrasco breaks hand in 1-0 win over Tigers  —  CLEVELAND (AP) Carlos Carrasco, the Cleveland Indians' No. 2 starting pitcher, broke his right hand when hit by a line drive off the bat of Detroit's Ian Kinsler on the second pitch of Saturday's 1-0, 10-inning win over the Tigers.