Mar 19 2010

Scoreboard: March 18 (Lexington Herald-Leader)

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Scoreboard: March 18 (Lexington Herald-Leader)
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Transactions (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Arizona - Agreed to terms with 3B Mark Reynolds on a three-year contract. Boston - Acquired RHP Miguel Celestino from Seattle to complete an earlier trade. Cincinnati - Optioned INF Yonder Alonso and LHP Bill Bray to Louisville (IL) and RHP Jordan Smith and LHP Philippe Valiquette to Carolina (SL). Assigned RHP Jon Adkins and OF Josh Anderson to Louisville.

Saunders optioned to Triple-A Tacoma (Major League Baseball)
Saunders optioned to Triple-A Tacoma

Scoreboard: March 19 (Lexington Herald-Leader)
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Baseball transactions (Kitchener - Waterloo Record)
Movements in the world of baseball Wednesday:

P.M. Cleveland Indians links: Pitchers Fausto Carmona, Nick Hagadone, Jensen Lewis and more (The Cleveland Plain Dealer)
Carmona was considered a potential ace after his standout 2007 season, but now the goals are simple: don’t over-think, and do throw strikes. Plus, a Tribe all-decade team.

Thursday’s Sports Transactions (USA Today)
Thursday’s Sports Transactions

Scoreboard: March 16 (Lexington Herald-Leader)
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Wednesday’s Sports Transactions (USA Today)
Wednesday’s Sports Transactions

Thursday’s sports transactions (Deseret News)
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Mar 19 2010

Rays teaming up with Tampa Bay Watch - Tampa Bay Online

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Rays teaming up with Tampa Bay Watch - Tampa Bay Online
Tampa Bay Watch, in partnership with Keep Pinellas Beautiful, is coordinating community volunteers and representatives from the Tampa Bay Rays baseball organization to participate in the Great American Cleanup on Saturday, Mar. 20 from 9 a.m.-noon …

Dotel to pitch on Sunday
Rob Biertempfel is the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review’s Pirates beat writer. He can be reached at 412-320-7811 or via e-mail. Closer Octavio Dotel will make his Pirates debut Sunday against the Tampa Bay Rays.

Spring Training Capsules
Manny Ramirez used both his bat and his glove Thursday to help the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 7-3 victory over the Chicago Cubs.

Perkins gives up 3 runs, Tampa Bay Rays beat Twins 5-2 - KTTC
PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. (AP) — Sean Rodriguez had two hits and scored twice, and Justin Ruggiano hit a two-run triple Wednesday to lead the Tampa Bay Rays to a 5-2 exhibition victory over the Minnesota Twins. Luke Hughes, who had three straight extra-base hits for the Twins, homered in the fifth

Jeter’s two-run double helps Yankees top Rays 6-4 in spring training game
Carl Crawford went 0 for 2, walked and stole a base in the Tampa Bay Rays‘ 6-4 loss to the New York Yankees on Thursday night.

Tampa Bay Rays fifth-starter candidates Wade Davis, Andy Sonnanstine both impressive - St. Petersburg Times
A fine flipper’ed friend Rays first baseman Carlos Pe? frolics with Jenny, an Atlantic bottlenose dolphin, during a day spent at Discovery Cove in Orlando. Pe? swam with dolphins, snorkeled with rays and hand-fed exotic birds during his visit. On Tuesday, both candidates were equally impressive

NY Yankees roll out string of relievers in victory over Tampa Bay Rays
For a few days now, Joe Girardi has talked about the need to actually see some relievers pitch.

Tampa Bay Rays‘ Carlos Pe a homers for first hit of spring
The Rays‘ Carlos Pe? gets congratulated in the dugout after homering off the Yankees‘ Javier Vazquez, his first hit this spring.

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Matt Garza motivated by family - St. Petersburg Times
TAMPA — To Michael Garza, understanding his older brother is like peeling an onion with a lot of layers. Theres the Matt Garza you see on the mound, the 2008 ALCS MVP with electric stuff that has Rays pitching coach Jim Hickey saying the right …

Maddon promoting the value of the Super U
Manager Joe Maddon considers “utility player” to be an actual position on a baseball team, and this spring, he is talking about the possibility of having two utility players — or “Super U” guys — on his team.

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Mar 19 2010

Hamilton empathizes with Washington… http://fan.ac/888 #MLB #Nationals

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STATS, Inc - Elijah Dukes has been released by the Washington #Nationals, a sudden move with about two weeks left in spring training. #MLB
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I just feel it’s so funny cause Stephen, I think, had the situation figured out before he left http://bit.ly/bWEOhj #washington #nationals
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SDSU’s Tony Gwynn On Stephen Strasburg On Sirius/XM’s Inside Pitch. http://bit.ly/bomrR7 #washington #nationals
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Vast F.C.C. Plan Would Bring Net to More in U.S. (New York Times)

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Vast F.C.C. Plan Would Bring Net to More in U.S.? —? The Federal Communications Commission is proposing an ambitious 10-year plan that will reimagine the nation’s media and technology priorities by establishing high-speed Internet as the country’s dominant communication network.

FCC unveiling sweeping national broadband plan (Joelle Tessler/Associated Press)

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FCC unveiling sweeping national broadband plan? —? WASHINGTON — Communications regulators are unveiling a sweeping proposal to overhaul U.S. broadband policy.? Their aim: to bring affordable, high-speed Internet connections to all Americans and make access much faster for people who already have broadband.

@nrek no, that’s exactly the point - they could put the winner on the Washington Nationals, i.e. absolutely no talent required
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Ex-Oriole Davey Johnson enjoying new role with Nationals http://bit.ly/a2iTzk #washington #nationals
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New Bird Misting System Installed for New York Mets at Citi Field

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Mar 19 2010

Philled In: Lidge likely out for opener

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Philled In: Lidge likely out for opener
It was an off-day for the Phillies on Thursday, but not for Brad Lidge or J.A. Happ , who started minor-league games at the Carpenter Complex.

Garcia’s still thinking big; Sox veteran clings to rep for winning key games, rising to occasion
White Sox right-hander Freddy Garcia caused some waves with the front office and with the fans at the end of the 2006 season, admitting it was hard for him to get up for games against the Kansas City Royals and other teams he considered less talented.

Jays hope `competition’ settles search for closer
SARASOTA, Fla.a ‘With less than three weeks until opening day, the Blue Jays’ closer role is wide open.

Jays’ homer charge led by Snider, Buck
Orioles at the plate: Center fielder Adam Jones belted a solo home run in the third inning.

Garcia still outspoken
White Sox right-hander Freddy Garcia caused some waves with the front office and with the fans at the end of the 2006 season, admitting it was hard for him to get up for games against the Kansas City Royals and other teams he considered less talented.

Tallet sparkles for Blue Jays
Left-hander Brian Tallet allowed one hit over four innings, a leadoff single by Cesar Izturis in the first, and retired the last 12 batters he faced to lead the Toronto Blue Jays to a 4-1 exhibition victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday.

Orioles 3, Twins 1, BBA
E_Cuddyer (1). DP_Minnesota 1. LOB_Baltimore 5, Minnesota 8. 2B_Valencia (2). HR_Moeller (2). CS_Andino (1), J.Tucker (2), B.Revere (1).

Baseball Capsules: New uniform, role with Nats for ex-manager Johnson
Still looking out of place with a curly W on his cap, Davey Johnson bounds from the Washington Nationals dugout and seeks out an old friend in opposing colors.

Diamondbacks sign 3B Reynolds to 3-year deal
The Arizona Diamondbacks signed third baseman Mark Reynolds to a three-year contract Thursday.

We’re Gonna Win, Twins
Spring can’t come too soon to the Upper Midwest. That’s always true, of course, but especially this year, as the Minnesota Twins open their 2010 pennant drive in brand-new Target Field. Baseball fans here are giddy with excitement. The team will be good, despite losing closer Joe Nathan for the season …

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Mar 19 2010

Transactions | yankees.com: Team

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Baseball transactions - Winnipeg Free Press
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Does MLB 10: The Show Belong in the Text-Sim Hall of Fame? - Operation Sports
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Mar 19 2010

SB Nations 2010 MLB Previews: Texas Rangers, Dripping With Promise - SB Nation (blog)

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SB Nations 2010 MLB Previews: Texas Rangers, Dripping With Promise - SB Nation (blog)
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NCAA Madness Isnt Limited to March - Wall Street Journal (blog)
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Just in Time for Play Ball, Apps for the Baseball Afflicted - New York Times
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Bodley: For Francona, life is good - MLB.com
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Guillen showing moxie this spring - MLB.com
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Why Ron Washingtons cocaine use is significant - Helium
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Why the timing of Strasburgs MLB debut is so important - Washington Post (blog)
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World Anti-Doping Agency calls on Major League Baseball to implement HGH testing - New York Daily News
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Putting Nomars health into perspective - Redsox.com
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Mar 19 2010

Resolved Question: What PS3 games to get?

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Resolved Question: What PS3 games to get?
Alright, I already own: God of War Collection Assassins Creed Tomb Raider Underworld Uncharted 1 2 Little Big Planet Bioshock Star Wars Force Unleashed Batman Arkham Asylum Grand Theft Auto 4 And these are the games on my list (I beat a game, then buy one off this list): Assassin’s Creed II God of War III MLB The Show 2010 Darksiders Call of Duty World at War Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 Killzone 2 Bioshock 2 Gran Turismo 5 Dead Space Resident Evil 5 Gold Edition Metal Gear Solid 4 NCAA Football 2011 Final Fantasy VIII Ninja Gaiden Sigma 1 and 2 Battlefield Bad Company 2 Grand Theft Auto Episodes from Liberty City Super Street Fighter IV Batman Arkham Asylum 2 Star Wars The Force Unleashed 2 Borderlands Dragon Age Origins Any others I should add to the list or does this pretty much cover all the good games? BTW, I realize a few aren’t out yet. I meant Final Fantasy XIII not VIII

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Mar 19 2010

Spring Training Game Thread: Under the lights

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Spring Training Game Thread: Under the lights
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Mar 19 2010

umpbump.com :: Hot Offseason Action: Detroit Tigers

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umpbump.com :: Hot Offseason Action: Detroit Tigers
The Tigers were oh so close to making the postseason last year, slumping at the worst possible time, and eventually bequeathing the AL Central crown to the Twins in a one-game playoff. Because of this, it seems the Tigers were firing on all cylinders up until September, but a close …

Tigers down Jays in Florida
Miguel Cabrera hit his first homer of spring training and Scott Sizemore and Brennan Boesch also went deep for the Detroit Tigers as they knocked off the Toronto Blue Jays 10-7 on Monday.

Hart struggles Against Detroit Tigers (ClickOnDetroit)
Pittsburgh starter Kevin Hart walked six of the 12 batters he faced, failing to make it out of the second inning in the Pirates’ 6-3 loss to the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday.

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Mar 19 2010

Phil Sheridan: Woods will win and win again

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Phil Sheridan: Woods will win and win again
Amid all the heavy breathing and wild proclamations, here is one fearless and not especially salacious prediction about Tiger Woods.

Yahoo Acquiring Mobile And Social Gamer Citizen Sports
Yahoo has announced the acquisition of sports network Citizen Sports . Kara Swisher predicted as such earlier this week.

Lebron James did not test positive for steroids (The Inquisitr)
Poor Lebron James. The 24 minute news cycle claimed a gossip victim today with misleading headlines about Lebron testing positive for steroids. While that part is technically true, it wasn’t NBA star Lebron James that tested positive for the performance enhancing drugs- it was Cleveland Indians minor leaguer Steven Lebron: Lebron, a member of the Indians Dominican [...]

Experts like UTEP, Murray State to pull upsets in NCAA tourney
The NCAA men’s tournament begins today, which means last-minute entries for office pools are probably being filled out as you read this.

ABC Replaces Clinton Operative with the Wife of a Clinton Operative…
In a bizarre choice, ABC News President David Westin has decided to make Christian Amanpour, CNN’s New York City-based international affairs correspondent, the host of ABC’s Washington, DC-based This Week — thus passing over many qualified ABC journalists in favor of replacing a Bill Clinton operative with the wife of an operative for both Bill …

St. Louis Sports Hall of Fame Confirms Blues’ Place as City’s Red-Headed Stepchild
Missing: Brian Sutter’s teeth and more Blues players in the St. Louis Sports Hall of Fame.

Peter Robert Casey: An In-Depth Discussion About Bloomberg Sports, With President Bill Squadron
First things first, I am not a fantasy sports guy per se. I love stats and hoops is really my thing, but I am always looking for intriguing new ideas, and how they can apply to either what I am doing or how they may apply to sports as a business overall.

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Mar 19 2010

Guthrie struggles in loss to Jays

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Guthrie struggles in loss to Jays
By all accounts, Jeremy Guthrie ’s 2009 preseason was nightmarish, and it bled into what became his worst season as a big leaguer.

NY Yankees roll out string of relievers in victory over Tampa Bay Rays
For a few days now, Joe Girardi has talked about the need to actually see some relievers pitch.

Spring Training Roundup: Werth’s homer lifts Phils over Yankees
Jayson Werth hit a three-run home run in the fifth inning to break open a tie game, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the New York Yankees 6-2 on Wednesday.

Bodley: For Francona, life is good
The first time I saw Terry Francona in a Boston Red Sox baseball suit, he looked about as uncomfortable as any manger could.

Fun Loving Pouncey Pumped for Pro Day
Published: Thursday, March 18, 2010 at 12:42 a.m. Last Modified: Thursday, March 18, 2010 at 12:42 a.m. GAINESVILLE It wasn’t exactly Christmas morning, but Maurkice Pouncey had that type of feeling.

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Mar 19 2010

Orioles 8, Red Sox 4: Lowell finally sees the field - MetroWest Daily News

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Orioles 8, Red Sox 4: Lowell finally sees the field - MetroWest Daily News
… spring training debut for the Boston Red Sox at an unfamiliar position. Lowell, who had surgery Dec. 30 to repair a torn ligament in his right thumb, played first base yesterday in an 8-4 loss to the Baltimore Orioles … baseman Adrian Beltre

Baltimore Orioles second baseman Brian Roberts to have … - Seattle Times
SARASOTA, Fla. — Orioles second baseman Brian Roberts is returning to Baltimore to see a specialist for an ailing back that has kept him … Lee Riley at Johns Hopkins Hospital was not connected to his infield session and that he still aims to be …

Mauer back; Twins fall - St. Cloud Times
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Minnesota star Joe Mauer is hitting in March like, well, an MVP. Mauer got two hits in his return from a four-day absence Tuesday, and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Twins 3-1. The 26-year-old catcher had been out while …

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Ricky Romero warms up before the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles in Dunedin, Fla., on Thursday. Romero improved his spring mark to 3-0 in a lopsided Blue Jays victory. Gene J …

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Mar 19 2010

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Mar 19 2010

Session: Paydirt:: 2009 NFL Season Replay - Week 1 Results

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Session: Paydirt:: 2009 NFL Season Replay - Week 1 Results
by rpisarzjr It is that time of year again! Our Paydirt league is replaying the entire 2009 season. We have five participants this year and each of us is coaching one AFC team (excluding IND, SD) and playing all 16 games for that team. Here are our team selections: Ron - BAL Bill - PIT Frank - NE Mike …

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Mar 19 2010

Orioles’ Johnson hopes for revival in 8th inning (AP)

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Orioles’ Johnson hopes for revival in 8th inning (AP)
After struggling when given a chance to replace George Sherrill as closer during the second half of last season, Jim Johnson hopes for a revival now that he's back to a setup role for the Baltimore Orioles. “When I took over for George last season, I probably tried to overdo it,” Johnson said.

Lowell makes spring debut for Red Sox, at 1B (AP)
Mike Lowell made his spring training debut for the Boston Red Sox — at an unfamiliar position. Lowell, who had surgery Dec. 30 to repair a torn ligament in his right thumb, played first base Monday in an 8-4 loss to the Baltimore Orioles. It was his first appearance at the position since 1998, when he played four games there for the New York Yankees' Triple-A affiliate.

Tallet shuts down Orioles in Blue Jays’ 4-1 win (AP)
Left-hander Brian Tallet allowed one hit over four innings, a leadoff single by Cesar Izturis in the first, and retired the last 12 batters he faced to lead the Toronto Blue Jays to a 4-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday. Travis Snider hit a solo home run off reliever Kam Mickolio in the fifth to help the Blue Jays win for only the second time in six games.

Orioles 2B Roberts to have back examined (AP)
Orioles second baseman Brian Roberts is returning to Baltimore to see a specialist for an ailing back that has kept him out of games this spring. “I'm just going there to see a back doctor and just make sure we're progressing in a way we need to be and if we need to ramp it up and do anything else, then we will,” Roberts after taking infield practice with the team on Sunday…

Tallet shuts down Orioles in Blue Jays’ 4-1 win (AP via Yahoo! Sports)
Left-hander Brian Tallet allowed one hit over four innings, a leadoff single by Cesar Izturis in the first, and retired the last 12 batters he faced to lead the Toronto Blue Jays to a 4-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday. Travis Snider hit a solo home run off reliever Kam Mickolio in the fifth to help the Blue Jays win for only the second time in six games.

Baltimore Orioles Team Report (USA Today)
Brad Bergesen stepped back on the mound to face opposing hitters for the first time since taking a line drive off his right shin last summer.

Mauer returns from absence, gets 2 hits for Twins (AP)
Minnesota star Joe Mauer is hitting in March like, well, an MVP. Mauer got two hits in his return from a four-day absence Tuesday, and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Twins 3-1. The 26-year-old catcher had been out while resting a sore right shoulder, the result of a stray foul tip. He said all along there was no reason for concern.

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Mar 19 2010

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Hammel goes 5 innings as Rockies beat BMariners/B 9-2
…had two hits each, and Colorado starter Jason Hammel tossed five strong innings to lead the Rockies past the BSeattle/B BMariners/B 9-2 on Thursday.

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The BSeattle/B BMariners/B have completed their January trade for first baseman Casey Kotchman, sending right-handed pitcher Miguel Celestino to the Boston…

Cruz homers twice as Rangers rout Mariners (AP via Yahoo! News)
Nelson Cruz hit two home runs, and Josh Hamilton and Chris Davis also connected as the Texas Rangers scored eight times in the first six innings and cruised to an 8-1 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday night.

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Mar 19 2010

Scoreboard: March 16 (Lexington Herald-Leader)

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Scoreboard: March 16 (Lexington Herald-Leader)
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Mariners move Ackley to Minors camp (Major League Baseball)
Mariners move Ackley to Minors camp

Wednesday’s Sports Transactions (USA Today)
Wednesday’s Sports Transactions

Thursday’s Sports Transactions (USA Today)
Thursday’s Sports Transactions

Saunders optioned to Triple-A Tacoma (Major League Baseball)
Saunders optioned to Triple-A Tacoma

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Mar 19 2010

Jose Guillen to the Nationals?

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Jose Guillen to the Nationals?
The Washington Nationals have dropped RF Elijah Dukes . He was slated to be their opening day starting RF.

TMZ: Royals catcher Jason Kendall to answer drug questions in court today
TMZ.com continues to follow the off-the-field drama in Kansas City Royals catcher Jason Kendall’s life.Today, the celebrity news Web site reports that Kendall is expected to face questions about his use of a prescription amphetamine that can enhance performance.

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The Kansas City Royals are holding spring training auditions to find reliable setup men.

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Project Airing Dirty Laundry: Item #2 - The Catch-22 of being single
Project Airing Dirty Laundry… I’m really good at being single. Maybe, I should rephrase.

Spring Training Roundup: Werth’s homer lifts Phils over Yankees
Jayson Werth hit a three-run home run in the fifth inning to break open a tie game, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the New York Yankees 6-2 on Wednesday.

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Mar 19 2010

Center field for Reds getting interesting

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Center field for Reds getting interesting
Center field for Reds getting interesting Drew Stubbs’ less-than-savory numbers heading into Tuesday — 2-for-20 with seven strikeouts — had reporters descending on his locker in the morning asking questions. It didn’t have the Reds brass scurrying with concern, yet.

Votto gets defensive tips from Vizquel
Votto gets defensive tips from Vizquel When his team played the White Sox on Sunday, the Reds‘ Joey Votto did not waste the chance to seek out veteran Omar Vizquel to ask for tips on playing better defense.

The RotoFeed :: In The Draft Room: Cincinnati Reds
Player that will make me punch the screen when he gets drafted in front of me: Jay Bruce Power is at a premium this year and Jay Bruce is one of the last 30-homer upside guys left on the board around the 10th/11th rounds. Given a choice between a speedster or a thumper, I want the thumper. I think we’re …

Burke making up for lost time
Burke trying to catch up for lost time Chris Burke may have broken a knuckle this spring, but he isn’t white knuckled at the challenging situation he faces in Reds camp. Time to cram a whole lot of Spring Training into about three weeks in an effort to make the team.

Phillips, Votto break out in tie
Phillips, Votto break out in tie Sluggers Brandon Phillips and Joey Votto showed signs of breaking out of slumps, but the Reds had to settle for a 5-5 tie with the White Sox on Sunday.

Chapman set to make first start for Reds
Chapman set to make first start for Reds With two relief appearances under his belt this spring, Cuban lefty Aroldis Chapman will make his first start on Wednesday afternoon against the Brewers.

Cards return Rule 5 Draft pick to Reds
Cards return Rule 5 Draft pick to Reds Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak confirmed on Thursday that the club is returning left-handed pitcher Ben Jukich to the Reds‘ organization.

Reds bats bust out of the gates early
Reds bats bust out of the gates early Drew Stubbs and Jay Bruce both drove in a pair of runs, and Johnny Cueto was solid over 3 2/3 innings to lead the Reds to a 13-7 win over the D-backs on Tuesday.

Arroyo can’t escape fourth in loss to Tribe
Arroyo can’t escape fourth in loss to Tribe Starter Bronson Arroyo had a rough outing, allowing five runs in 3 2/3 innings, as the Reds fell to the Indians, 8-2.

Chapman Strike Out 5 but Brewers Beat Reds 5-2
GOODYEAR, Ariz. (AP) — Cuban defector Aroldis Chapman struck out five during his latest impressive showing Wednesday, but a Cincinnati Reds split squad couldn’t manage much against Doug Davis in a 5-2 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers.

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Mar 19 2010

@oyboy Check out this article. 30 Questions: Tampa Bay Rays: http://soc.li/UQdg8TS

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Gear Up For Sports - Blog Network :: Don’t Forget About the BRays/B
Don’t forget about the BTampa/B BBay/B BRays/B in the American League. They just might sneak up and sting you.

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Mar 19 2010

Cardinals Best News Links :: Cardinals Minor League Spring Training Notebook 3-17-10

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Cardinals Best News Links :: Cardinals Minor League Spring Training Notebook 3-17-10
Highlights from Wednesday’s St. Louis Cardinals minor league spring training games from Jupiter, Florida.On Wednesday afternoon, the St. Louis Cardinals minor leaguers had their first games. This was intersquad action before they take on the Florida Marlins …

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Mar 19 2010

First MLB Cut Down Day Claims Casey Kelly And 11 Others - Bleacherreport.com

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First MLB Cut Down Day Claims Casey Kelly And 11 Others - Bleacherreport.com
With yesterday’s transactions, the Red Sox are left with 46 players in camp.

Playing moneyball: Why sports need greedy athletes - Swathmore College Phoenix
What do these transactions do to fans … The current state of the MLB shows, albeit somewhat distortedly, what could happen if athletes were to become completely selfless. By deciding not to employ a salary cap, teams with money can effectively sign …

Pelicans Warm-up to Another Hot Stove Featuring ESPN … - Santa Rosa Press Gazette
Former MLB manager and current ESPN Baseball Tonight analyst Buck Showalter will be the featured … This is also the time when a multitude of player transactions occur, called the “Hot Stove League.” Pelicans Seek Host Families With the Pelicans …

Wednesday’s Sports Transactions - Newnan Times-Herald
MLB—Suspended Seattle LHP Cliff Lee for the first five games of the regular season for throwing a pitch over the head of Arizona’s Chris Snyder in an exhibition game. American League BOSTON RED SOX—Optioned LHP Dustin Richardson to Pawtucket …

Millar leaving nothing in reserve - Major League Baseball
Hoffpauir watched the Cubs transactions this offseason the same way fans do … Carrie Muskat is a reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.

Mariners move Ackley to Minors camp - Major League Baseball
Tuesdays transactions leave the Mariners Major League camp roster at 45 players: 32 roster players and 13 non-roster invitees. Bailey Stephens is a reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its …

Klapisch: Jose Reyes perfect example of why baseball … - NorthJersey.com
It was a single line-item in Saturday’s transactions from Tampa. Given that it involved an invisible player, no one noticed or even cared. After all, who even talks about Kei Igawa anymore? But the lefthander is headed back to the minors after four …

MLB Realignment: Floating and Other Suggestions - Bleacherreport.com
Schedules need to be created well in advance of the season and divisional alignment is a fairly large part of piecing together the puzzle that is the MLB master schedule … period leading up to the season where no transactions could be made.

Saunders optioned to Triple-A Tacoma - Seattle Mariners
Right-handed relievers Mike Koplove and Levale Speigner were re-assigned to Minor League camp, completing the mornings transactions. Saunders, who is viewed … Doug Miller is a national writer for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval …

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Mar 19 2010

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Mar 18 2010

Reds, White Sox end in 5-5 tie after 9

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Reds, White Sox end in 5-5 tie after 9

Brandon Phillips got his first two hits of spring training, including a two-run homer, and the Cincinnati Reds blew a four-run lead in the ninth on Sunday before settling for a 5-5 tie with the Chicago White Sox.

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Mar 18 2010

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John Lackey excels against New York Mets
Boston starter John Lackey gave up two hits in four innings before the New York Mets rallied with four runs in the eighth for a 4-2 win over the Red Sox on Wednesday.

New Pittsfield baseball team called the Colonials
Pittsfield’s new minor league baseball franchise has announced that it will be known as the Colonials and retain former Boston Red Sox player Brian Daubach as its manager.

Lopez going back to basics to regain form
Lefty reliever Javier Lopez has gone back to the basics to try and regain the form that made him a valuable bullpen cog for the Red Sox in 2007 and ‘08. Lopez, who signed a Major League deal with the Pirates this winter, is hopeful that his big league struggles last year were an aberration that can be repaired by following the simplest of adages: …

M’s finish Kotchman deal, send Celestino to BoSox
The Seattle Mariners have completed their January trade for first baseman Casey Kotchman, sending right-handed pitcher Miguel Celestino to the Boston Red Sox on Thursday.

BSox/B Acquire Miguel Celestino to Finish Bill Hall Trade
21 days ago: BBoston/B BRed/B BSox/B third baseman Bill Hall fields a ball during baseball spring training in Fort Myers, Fla., Wednesday, Feb. 24…

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Former Cape Leaguer Taylor, now an A’s prospect, continues to inspire
Michael Taylor: A’s prospect, former Cape Leaguer, inspiration to all We live in an era when considerable energy seems to be spent looking for tales of misbehavior among athletes.

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Mar 18 2010

M’s finish Kotchman deal, send Celestino to BoSox

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M’s finish Kotchman deal, send Celestino to BoSox
The Seattle Mariners have completed their January trade for first baseman Casey Kotchman, sending right-handed pitcher Miguel Celestino to the Boston Red Sox on Thursday.

Boston’s Lowrie diagnosed with mononucleosis
Boston Red Sox infielder Jed Lowrie has mononucleosis. Lowrie has not played since March 11 and had been feeling fatigued. He went for tests this week. Add to Facebook Add to Twitter Add to digg Add to StumbleUpon Add to Reddit Add to del.icio.us Email this Article

Extra Bases :: Red Sox acquire RHP to complete trade
The Boston Red Sox today acquired right-handed pitcher Miguel Celestino from Seattle, completing the January 7 trade that sent first baseman Casey Kotchman to the Mariners in exchange for infielder Bill Hall and cash.

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Mar 18 2010

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BrewerUpdate.com covers the Milwaukee Brewers on the Scout.com Network … Dodgers Rained Out in of Game Two in Taiwan Mar 13, 2010 - LADugout.com

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We also sell for all Brewers playoffs games, including the World Series. … 2009 Milwaukee Brewers MLB Preview: The Milwaukee Brewers come into 2009 after completing a …

Milwaukee Brewers team preview - Red Reporter
The RR Milwaukee Brewers team preview … Cactus League Game 12 Thread: Brewers at Reds; Red Reposter - Is Dickerson playing his …

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Mar 18 2010

Joe Nelson RHP, Boston Red Sox Spring Training

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Joe Nelson RHP, Boston Red Sox Spring Training

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MLB 10 The Show Minnesota Twins/Cubs Theme Bug

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Lars Anderson age 22

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Angel Sanchez age 26

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I Missed The Target - March 16, 2010

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Darnell McDonald OF, Boston Red Sox Spring Training

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2009-2010 MLB Season Baltimore Orioles vs Minnesota Twins 03/16

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Brian Shouse pitch, Jose Iglesias assist

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Mar 18 2010

San Diego Padres: The Fleeing Padre - DEADSPIN

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San Diego Padres: The Fleeing Padre - DEADSPIN
Will Leitch will be previewing/musing on every baseball team each weekday until the start of the season. You can pre-order his book and follow him on Twitter . Today: San Diego Padres. Adrian Gonzalez was born to be a San Diego Padre. He was actually …

Recap: San Diego vs. Cleveland - Fresno Bee
Nick Hundley went 2-for-3 at the plate with a pair of RBI to help lead the San Diego Padres past the Cleveland Indians, 5-3, in Cactus League action. Jerry Hairston Jr. knocked in two runs and scored once for the Padres. Chris Young went 3 2/3 innings in the start, allowing two runs on five hits

Erratic Weaver, Angels win 4-3 over Padres despite San … - The Gaea Times
PEORIA, Ariz. — Long after Jered Weaver and Jon Garland were gone, San Diego Padres outfielder Aaron Cunningham provided the afternoon’s highlights with two spectacular diving catches. “Highlight reel, wasn’t he?” manager Bud Black said …

Erratic Weaver, Angels win 4-3 over Padres despite San Diego’s 6 steals, Cunningham’s catches (WHNT-TV Huntsville)
PEORIA, Ariz. (AP) — Long after Jered Weaver and Jon Garland were gone, San Diego Padres outfielder Aaron Cunningham provided the afternoon’s highlights with two spectacular diving catches.

Silva throws 3 scoreless innings as Chicago Cubs beat … - FOX2now.com
PEORIA, Ariz. (AP) — Carlos Silva threw three scoreless innings after making an adjustment during a bullpen session, helping the Chicago Cubs beat the San Diego Padres 8-7 on Thursday. Silva, acquired from Seattle for Milton Bradley and cash in …

Erratic Weaver, Angels win 4-3 over Padres despite San Diego’s 6 steals, Cunningham’s catches (Los Angeles Times)
PEORIA, Ariz. (AP) — Jered Weaver was erratic through 3 1-3 innings for the Los Angeles Angels, who won 4-3 on Tuesday against a San Diego Padres team that stole six bases and got two spectacular diving catches from outfielder Aaron Cunningham.

Gwynn, Blanks help Padres outslug Royals 16-14 (Macon Chronicle-Herald)
The San Diego Padres defeated the Kansas City Royals 16-14 Wednesday.

Baseball. Owls Head West For Weekend Series At San Diego (Rice Owls)
After ending the current homestand with three-straight victories, Rice is now on the road for each of its next eight games. The Owls begin a lengthy stretch of road games that lasts until April 1. Starting off the stretch of road games is a three-game weekend series at west coast power San Diego on March 19-21. Game times with the Toreros are set for 4 pm, 3 pm and 2 pm, respectively, (all …

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SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) — Tony Gwynn and Kyle Blanks each drove in three runs, and the San Diego Padres outslugged the Kansas City Royals in a 16-14 victory Wednesday. The Royals committed three errors and had a passed ball leading to eight unearned …

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Mar 18 2010

Inbox: Where does Scott fit in? - Baltimore Orioles

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Inbox: Where does Scott fit in? - Baltimore Orioles
All hell do this year is take at-bats from Nolan Reimold and Felix Pie, and someone with his power capabilities could be appealing to a team in contention after the All-Star … E-mail your query to MLB.com Orioles beat reporter Brittany Ghiroli for …

Philadelphia Phillies : Philadelphia Phillies News and … - Baltimore Sun
The Philadelphia Phillies are a pro baseball team that plays in Major League Baseball (MLB). The Phillies are located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The team plays its home games at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. The team features current and …

MLB TEAM PAGES - The Spread
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News and Notes - YAHOO!
Its good, because its not six, seven or eight pitches, he told the New York Daily News. You need to throw to build strength … The team will follow its longstanding policy against extending existing deals, even with manager Joe Girardi, who also …

More Surf - COX.net for San Diego
Dust off your glove and hat – MLB’s Spring Training is finally here. From news about your favorite team, to ticket and travel information, here are a few fan-tastic sites. Were all trying to spend less money these days. From online coupons to …

Hughes walk-off double lifts Twins - Major League Baseball
Lucie for a 12:10 p.m. CT contest on MLB.TV against the Mets. Johan Santana is slated to start for the Mets, marking the first time hes pitched against his former team since being traded to New York in Feb 2008. Right-hander Kevin Slowey will get …

MLB suspends M’s ace for start of season - The Wenatchee World Online
Lee was not available for comment on the issue, telling a team spokesman he’d rather wait. Mariners manager Don Wakmatsu said he’d wanted to have the rotation set by March 30, but that might not be possible depending on how the appeal plays out.

MLB NEWS - Rotoworld.com
… for John Smoltz recently, but arent willing to break the bank to sign him, reports Bill Ladson of MLB.com … Rubin of the Daily News that free agent right-hander John Smoltz could wait until mid-season before signing with a new team.

Marlins, Mets to play series in Puerto Rico - Major League Baseball
Individual and group ticket sales for the three-game series go on sale at 10 a.m. ET on Saturday at MLB.com. The games originally were slated to be played at Sun Life Stadium. The Marlins will be the home team. The decision was discussed and expected …

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