Jun 30 2008
Sweep revenge for the White Sox against the Cubs. Carlos Quentin, Brian Anderson and Jim Thome homered to back Mark Buehrle’s seven strong innings Sunday night as the White Sox completed a three-game sweep at …
Lackey, Angels avoid sweep with 1-0 win over Dodgers
This time, the Dodgers couldn’t win with an inept offense. They left that up to the Angels.
Jun 30 2008
Tigers place Ordonez on DL
Tigers place Ordonez on DL The Tigers placed star outfielder Magglio Ordonez on the 15-day disabled list Sunday afternoon following a spasm suffered in his right oblique and lat muscle the night before.
Lackey toes fine line in big win
Lackey toes fine line in big win Pitching once again was the name of the game Sunday at Dodger Stadium, where John Lackey outdueled Derek Lowe in an old-fashioned pitchers’ duel to give the Angels a 1-0 victory and enable them to avoid a weekend sweep by the Dodgers.
Perez quiets Yanks as Mets salvage series split
Mets alter rotation for Phillies series
Mets alter rotation for Phillies series After Oliver Perez handled the Yankees‘ predominantly right-handed batting order on Sunday, Mets manager Jerry Manuel noted Perez’s next opponent will be against the Phillies, who are fueled by the left-handed power of Chase Utley and Ryan Howard.
Cardinals might use Carpenter in ‘pen
Carpenter could pitch in ‘pen General manager John Mozeliak said Sunday that the possibility of Chris Carpenter pitching in relief this season is now on the table.
Video: Rosenthal’s Inside Pitch
There’s talk that C.C. Sabathia may stay with the Indians. Ken Rosenthal sets the record straight and names possible suitors.
Zambrano declares himself ready to return
Chicago Cubs ace Carlos Zambrano declared himself ready to return to the rotation after throwing a pain-free session in the bullpen Sunday. Zambrano, 8-3 with a 3.13 ERA, went on the 15-day disabled list earlier this month with a right shoulder strain and likely will be activated to start July 4 in St. Louis. He’ll throw one more session on the side Tuesday in San Francisco. “I feel great today. I guess ‘Z’ is back,” Zambrano said, adding that he threw with no limitations.
Rays rally in eighth, regain division lead
Rays drop Bucs in series finale Sunday afternoon’s finale brought nothing but good news for the Rays, as they dropped the Pirates, 4-3, and found their way to first place in the American League East.
Jun 30 2008
If the Florida Marlins could play everyone like they do the Arizona Diamondbacks , they might find themselves atop the NL East.
Jun 30 2008
Hurley stifles Phillies for first career win
Hurley stifles Phillies for first career win Kason Gabbard couldn’t do it. Vicente Padilla couldn’t do it. But Eric Hurley, in his fourth Major League start, shut down Philadelphia’s potent offense to earn his first Major League victory in Texas’ 5-1 win on Sunday.
Jun 29 2008
Chipper’s return, All-Star status in doubt
Chipper’s return, All-Star status in doubt
Iannetta prepared for summer stretch
Iannetta prepared for summer stretch Chris Iannetta, in his second season, has started 15 of the Rockies‘ last 22 games. If his playing time continues to be greater than that of Yorvit Torrealba, the test will be how he’ll hold up through the summer months.
Tulowitzki’s stroke starting to improve
Tulowitzki’s stroke starting to improve Troy Tulowitzki was hitting .152 before missing 46 games with a left quadriceps tendon tear, and he went into Sunday’s game hitting .154 in seven games since. Even though the stats don’t look better, Tulowitzki insists he is on an upswing.
Jun 29 2008
Rosenthal’s Full Count
No matter how bad it gets, there’s certain things that will keep Ichiro in Seattle. Ken Rosenthal says other M’s may not be so lucky.
Sabathia strikeout fest continues, K’s 11 Reds
C.C. Sabathia can’t even allow himself to watch his latest masterpiece. The reigning AL Cy Young winner, with trade rumors swirling around him, struck out 11 over eight innings, including Ken Griffey Jr.
Dodgers ace Chan Ho Park shuts down Angels for 6-0 ‘Freeway Series’ win
Chan Ho Park, back where he had the best years of his career, has been revitalized by his return to the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Twins keep on rolling with drubbing of Pads
Brendan Harris and Craig Monroe clubbed two- run homers, and the Minnesota Twins got to Greg Maddux to post their eighth straight victory, 9-3, over the San Diego Padres.
Dodgers ace Chan Ho Park shuts down Angels for 6-0 ‘Freeway Series’ win
Chan Ho Park, back where he had the best years of his career, has been revitalized by his return to the Los Angeles Dodgers.
D-backs right back where tailspin started
The struggling D-backs are showing no signs of a turnaround. And now they’re spending the weekend where all the trouble started.
Brewers meet Twins in rubber game
The Twins‘ surge in the standings continued Sunday thanks to a 3-hit shutout by Kevin Slowey in the rubber game vs. Milwaukee.
Nick Swisher got a taste of Chicago’s heated baseball rivalry last weekend at Wrigley and it was a rude awakening for the White Sox’s slugger.
Finger injury sends Cuddyer to DL
Minnesota Twins right fielder Michael Cuddyer was placed on the 15-day disabled list Sunday, the start of his second stint on the shelf this season to let a lingering finger injury heal. This time, Cuddyer has a strained tendon in his left index finger that’s causing enough pain to prevent him from properly gripping the bat or fully bending the digit. He has played through the soreness for more than a week but was unable to Saturday or Sunday.
Jun 29 2008
Utley, Howard HRs power Phils by Rangers (AP)
The big hitters finally showed up again for the Philadelphia Phillies. Chase Utley and Ryan Howard hit 400-foot home runs only pitches apart in the third inning, both ending long homerless droughts, and the Phillies went on to an 8-6 victory over the Texas Rangers on a rainy Saturday night. “I’ve said it all along, we’ve got to hit to win,” manager Charlie Manuel said.
Cabrera’s hit in 9th gets Tigers to .500 (AP)
The Detroit Tigers had a long, hard road to .500 this season, and the culmination didn’t come easy Saturday night. Miguel Cabrera hit a two-run double in the bottom of the ninth and Detroit overcame Todd Jones’ blown save to beat the Colorado Rockies 7-6. With their fourth straight win and 14th in 17 games, the Tigers improved to .500 for the first time this season.
Brewers end Twins’ 10-game win streak (AP)
The maturation of Manny Parra is happening faster than expected. Parra allowed two hits in seven innings to win his sixth straight start and the Milwaukee Brewers beat Minnesota 5-1 on Saturday night to end the Twins‘ 10-game winning streak. Bill Hall had a two-run double and Ryan Braun and Corey Hart also had RBIs for the Brewers, who have won nine of 12.
Marlins‘ Uggla leaves with ankle sprain (AP)
Florida Marlins second baseman Dan Uggla left Saturday night’s game against the Arizona Diamondbacks because of a left ankle sprain. Uggla tried to stretch a single into a double in the fourth, appearing to injure himself as he pulled up to go back to first base. He was tagged out hobbling in the baseline and limped back to the dugout.
Joe Mauer’s eighth-inning solo homer created the game’s fifth lead change Friday and gave the Minnesota Twins their 10th straight win, 7-6 over Milwaukee.
Quentin’s HR lifts White Sox over Cubs (AP)
Manager Ozzie Guillen reversed the question as soon as it was asked. Where would the Chicago White Sox be without Carlos Quentin? “He’s played great for us. He’s gotten big hits and shown a lot of people out there,” Guillen said. “At the same time, where would Quentin be without us?” Maybe still trying to find his way with the Arizona Diamondbacks where he dealt with injuries and lost his starting…
Jun 29 2008
Webb helps Diamondbacks break three-game skid
Brandon Webb returned to his All-Star form, Chris Young had three RBI and the Arizona Diamondbacks finally beat the Florida Marlins, 6-2 on Saturday night.
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Tigers rally to win wild game against Rockies
Miguel Cabrera hit a two-run double in the bottom of the ninth and the Detroit Tigers overcame Todd Jones’ blown save to beat the Colorado Rockies 7-6 on Saturday night.
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White Sox take second straight from crosstown Cubs
Carlos Quentin hit a tiebreaking homer leading off the bottom of the seventh Saturday, closer Bobby Jenks escaped a ninth-inning jam and the White Sox made it two straight over the Cubs with a 6-5 victory.
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Angels‘ Weaver, Arredondo no-hit Dodgers in loss
The Dodgers became the fifth team in modern major league history to win a game in which they didn’t get a hit, defeating the Angels 1-0 on Saturday night.
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3,494 and counting: Ballhawk in league all his own
Zack Hample can beg for a baseball in 32 languages, including Swahili, Swedish and sign. The baseball-seeking savant from Manhattan has tricks galore to help him snare a prized souvenir at a major league game, like lowering his glove on a string to pluck up a ball resting far below on the warning track during batting practice. Or his “fumbling with a slice of pizza” ploy to sneak past an usher and move closer to the dugout.
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Nolasco, Marlins stay perfect against Diamondbacks
Ricky Nolasco pitched eight effective innings, and Cody Ross homered to lift the Florida Marlins to a 3-1 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday night. Nolasco (8-4) struck out nine and gave up just one run and six hits for the Marlins, who have beaten the Diamondbacks all four times this season.
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Jun 29 2008
Brewers making it a three-team race in the NL Central
Every player knows this is a long season, filled with peaks and valleys, ups and downs and highs and lows.
American Creamed: Interleague play a nightmare for …
As brutal a first half the San Diego Padres have endured, things really could be worse.
Minnesota Twins (40-36) at San Diego Padres (32-45),
The Minnesota Twins put a season-high six-game win streak on the line and attempt to continue their recent mastery over National League teams in tonight’s opener of a three-game set with the homestanding San …
Park lifts Dodgers past AL’s Angels
LOS ANGELES - Chan Ho Park shut out the Angels over his six innings, Andre Ethier hit a three-run homer and the Dodgers beat the Angels 6-0 on Friday night.
Marquis hopes to keep Cubs hot at home vs. Orioles
The Chicago Cubs have been on a nice roll as of late. So has Jason Marquis, who takes the mound for the National League Central leaders for this afternoon’s finale of a three-game series with the Baltimore …
Kyle Kendrick pitched the longest game of his career.
Kyle Kendrick pitched eight strong innings, allowing just four hits in the longest start of his career, to help the Philadelphia Phillies end a season-long six-game losing streak with a 4-0 victory over the …
Zambrano hoping to pitch in All-Star game
Carlos Zambrano wants to pitch in next month’s All-Star game — to help the Chicago Cubs gain homefield advantage in the World Series.
Jun 28 2008
Longoria, Hinske HRs power Rays by Bucs (AP)
Home runs to left field, home runs to right, line drives all over PNC Park. The Tampa Bay Rays are fast developing not only into one of the majors’ best young teams, but one of the best teams, period. Or exactly the kind of team the Pittsburgh Pirates have spent 16 years trying to become. Evan Longoria and Eric Hinske hit three-run homers off the Pirates‘ Jimmy Barthmaier in his major league debut,…
KC aims to keep supremacy of NL intact vs. Cards
The Royals continue to dominate the National League this year, and that is something the Cardinals know all too well.
Jun 28 2008
Tomko returns to Padres for third time
Tomko returns to Padres for third time
Mulder activated from disabled list
Mulder activated from disabled list The Cardinals activated Mark Mulder from the disabled list on Friday while pondering whether to place Jason Isringhausen on the shelf.
Dodgers‘ injured trio to begin rehab
Dodgers‘ injured trio to begin rehab Manager Joe Torre said infielders Rafael Furcal (back) and Nomar Garciaparra (left calf) and outfielder Andruw Jones (right knee) will report to Triple-A Las Vegas on Monday to begin Minor League rehabilitation assignments.
Park fills in with winning effort
Park fills in with winning effort Fill-in starter Chan Ho Park continued his comeback with six scoreless innings and Russell Martin and Andre Ethier homered as the Dodgers opened the Freeway Series with a 6-0 Interleague win over the Angels on Friday night.
Jun 28 2008
Minnesota Twins (40-36) at San Diego Padres (32-45),
The Minnesota Twins put a season-high six-game win streak on the line and attempt to continue their recent mastery over National League teams in tonight’s opener of a three-game set with the homestanding San …
Bullpen management proving to be Girardi’s strength
Stats don’t lie when it comes to the Yanks’ ‘pen. That’s one area where Joe Girardi’s outshined his predecessor, Ken Rosenthal says.
Kyle Kendrick pitched the longest game of his career.
Kyle Kendrick pitched eight strong innings, allowing just four hits in the longest start of his career, to help the Philadelphia Phillies end a season-long six-game losing streak with a 4-0 victory over the …
Zambrano hoping to pitch in All-Star game
Carlos Zambrano wants to pitch in next month’s All-Star game — to help the Chicago Cubs gain homefield advantage in the World Series.
Brewers making it a three-team race in the NL Central
Every player knows this is a long season, filled with peaks and valleys, ups and downs and highs and lows.
Jun 28 2008
Among AL breakout players, Hamilton’s story grows deeper
Even in the darkest hours, when Josh Hamilton was overwhelmed by the demons of addiction, he would daydream about baseball. “I’ve always been curious about what I could do for a full season if I stayed healthy,” Hamilton says.
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Twins win 9th straight behind Morneau, Baker
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Payoff pitch not coming from some big signees
Dontrelle Willis, who went to the Detroit Tigers with plenty of hype, was awarded a three-year, $29 million contract before throwing a pitch. He still has yet to win a game. Willis is not even in Detroit these days, trying to solve his pitching woes (0-1, 10.32 ERA) in Class A Lakeland, Fla. The Tigers have no idea whether he’ll make it back.
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Brewers making it a three-team race in the NL Central
Every player knows this is a long season, filled with peaks and valleys, ups and downs and highs and lows.
Tom is back home for a while, needing a haircut after so much time on the road. Rob is home and owns a barbershop.
Undermanned Braves double up Brewers 4-2, avoid sweep
Kelly Johnson drove in three runs to back Jorge Campillo, and the banged-up Atlanta Braves beat the Milwaukee Brewers 4-2 Wednesday to avoid getting swept in the three-game series.
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Jun 28 2008
Payoff pitch not coming from some big signees
Dontrelle Willis, who went to the Detroit Tigers with plenty of hype, was awarded a three-year, $29 million contract before throwing a pitch. He still has yet to win a game. Willis is not even in Detroit these days, trying to solve his pitching woes (0-1, 10.32 ERA) in Class A Lakeland, Fla. The Tigers have no idea whether he’ll make it back.
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Jun 27 2008
A’s rookie Ryan Sweeney injured in ’safe’ slide into home
The immediate news was good for the A’s when Ryan Sweeney was called safe by umpire Tim Tschida on a close play at the plate Thursday in the first inning.
LA Angels of Anaheim (48-31) at Los Angeles Dodgers (36-42),
The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim attempt to keep their recent strong play going when the American League West leaders face a team they’ve enjoyed great success against of late, the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Jun 27 2008
LIVE: Mets, Yanks start latest Subway Series
Garza 1-hits Marlins; rising Rays secure sweep
Twins win 9th straight behind Morneau, Baker
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LIVE: Sox, Cubs continue rivalry on South Side
Pressure’s on Uggla to make All-Star team
For John Uggla, watching his son Dan take the Yankee Stadium field as an All-Star would fulfill a lifelong dream, Ken Rosenthal says.
LA Angels of Anaheim (48-31) at Los Angeles Dodgers (36-42),
The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim attempt to keep their recent strong play going when the American League West leaders face a team they’ve enjoyed great success against of late, the Los Angeles Dodgers.
MLB suspends ump over Mets run-in
Umpire Brian Runge was suspended for one game Thursday for bumping into New York Mets manager Jerry Manuel before ejecting him earlier in the week. Manuel and center fielder Carlos Beltran also were fined by Major League Baseball for arguing with Runge in the fourth inning of the Mets‘ game against the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday. Beltran started talking to Runge after he took two called strikes from R.A. Dickey to begin the inning.
Pujols returns but Detroit stays hot
Albert Pujols’ triumphant return was spoiled by a rookie. Clete Thomas drew a bases-loaded walk in the 10th inning to give the Detroit Tigers a 3-2 win Thursday over St.
Twins keep on rolling with drubbing of Pads
Brendan Harris and Craig Monroe clubbed two- run homers, and the Minnesota Twins got to Greg Maddux to post their eighth straight victory, 9-3, over the San Diego Padres.
Jun 27 2008
Big Z throws, Fukudome sits
Big Z throws, Fukudome sits Carlos Zambrano threw off flat ground Thursday, but Kosuke Fukudome was held out of the starting lineup for the second straight day due to a tight left calf.
New approach sends Jays past Reds
New approach sends Jays past Reds Jesse Litsch dominated on the mound, while the Toronto offense provided ample support as the Blue Jays defeated the Reds, 7-1, at Rogers Centre on Thursday. The Jays (38-42) took two of three games from Cincinnati (36-44) to win the series.
Lee fans career-high 11 to top Giants
Lee fans career-high 11 to top Giants Cliff Lee turned in another stellar outing that will stand as evidence of his All-Star worth, as the Indians avoided a sweep with a 4-1 victory in front of 25,257 at Progressive Field.
Mets face Yanks on FOX on Saturday
Mets face Yanks on FOX on Saturday Johan Santana and Andy Pettitte will face off for the second time this season, when the Mets will take on the Yankees in Interleague Play on Saturday afternoon at 3:55 p.m. ET on FOX.
Beckham singles, scores in first game
Beckham scores in first pro game
Player-management confrontations
Player-management confrontations A list of other confrontations between players and management in baseball history.
Pujols returns to fold at DH in finale
Pujols returns to fold at DH in finale The Cardinals activated Albert Pujols from the 15-day disabled list on Thursday, a week sooner than originally anticipated. Pujols was in the starting lineup for Thursday afternoon’s game against the Tigers, batting third and playing designated hitter.
Davis fills need for power at first base
Davis fills need for power at first base Chris Davis, a left-handed power-hitting first baseman who was the Rangers‘ fifth-round pick in the 2006 Draft, was called up Thursday after hitting a combined .333 with 23 home runs and 77 RBIs at Oklahoma and Double-A Frisco.
Garza quenches Rays’ thirst for sweep
Garza quenches Rays’ thirst for sweep Right-hander Matt Garza had a no-hitter through six innings, settling for a one-hit, 10-strikeout gem as the Rays completed a sweep of the Marlins.
Braves hoping for return of some injured players
They hope to have a few familiar names back on the field when they play their next home game.
Jun 27 2008
Not many players in baseball swing and miss less often than Diamondbacks first baseman Conor Jackson.
Wright, Maine lead Mets over Mariners 8-2
David Wright made his new manager look like a master tactician. Forced to take a night off Tuesday for the first time this season by Jerry Manuel, Wright proved the move smart with one quick swing Wednesday - …
Rich Harden, of Victoria, struck out a career-high 11, allowing two hits in eight innings to lead the Oakland Athletics over the Philadelphia Phillies 5-0 Thursday.
A’s rookie Ryan Sweeney injured in ’safe’ slide into home
The immediate news was good for the A’s when Ryan Sweeney was called safe by umpire Tim Tschida on a close play at the plate Thursday in the first inning.
Houston releases Chacon after tussle with GM Wade
The Houston Astros have released Shawn Chacon, opting to cut the right-hander a day after he reportedly grabbed general manager …
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Baseball clubs’ fortunes turn on pitching
As major league teams reach the midpoint of the season this weekend, its narrative has thus far been authored by the pitchers.
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Jun 27 2008
Twins find way to win ninth straight
Twins find way to win ninth straight Justin Morneau went 3-for-4 with a homer and three RBIs, and the Twins beat the Padres, 4-3, to win their ninth straight game, all against the NL.
Pujols returns to fold at DH in finale
Pujols returns to fold at DH in finale The Cardinals activated Albert Pujols from the 15-day disabled list on Thursday, a week sooner than originally anticipated. Pujols was in the starting lineup for Thursday afternoon’s game against the Tigers, batting third and playing designated hitter.
Thomas’ patience provides win in 10th
Thomas’ patience provides victory For eight innings, Detroit and St. Louis played a game of damage control to keep themselves in a pitching duel, and in extras, Clete Thomas drew a bases-loaded walkoff walk off Mike Parisi in the 10th for a 3-2 Tigers win at Comerica Park on Thursday.
Stults shuts out White Sox in Dodgers‘ 5-0 win
Eric Stults pitched his first career complete game and capped a three-run fourth inning with a sacrifice fly, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 5-0 victory over the AL Central-leading Chicago White Sox on …
New approach sends Jays past Reds
New approach sends Jays past Reds Jesse Litsch dominated on the mound, while the Toronto offense provided ample support as the Blue Jays defeated the Reds, 7-1, at Rogers Centre on Thursday. The Jays (38-42) took two of three games from Cincinnati (36-44) to win the series.
Marlins‘ Uggla, Phillies‘ Utley providing pop at second base
Chase Utley is tall and slender, grew up in Southern California and played at UCLA. Dan Uggla, with a stocky build and Popeye …
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Garza quenches Rays’ thirst for sweep
Garza quenches Rays’ thirst for sweep Right-hander Matt Garza had a no-hitter through six innings, settling for a one-hit, 10-strikeout gem as the Rays completed a sweep of the Marlins.
Chacon’s behavior reflected struggles
Chacon’s behavior reflected struggles Shawn Chacon won the final rotation spot in Florida and pitched well when the season began in April. But when his season turned around in May, so did Chacon’s behavior.
Barry Zito pitches Giants past Cleveland 4-1
CLEVELAND - Barry Zito finally placed as much faith in himself as the San Francisco Giants did when they signed him.
Astros‘ offense backs gem by Rodriguez
Astros‘ offense backs gem by Rodriguez The Astros finally backed a winning performance by one of their pitchers as every batter in Houston’s starting lineup got a hit in the Astros‘ 7-2 victory over the Rangers on Wednesday.
Jun 27 2008
Red Sox rally with four runs in eighth vs. D-backs
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Dodgers‘ Stults tosses CG
Eric Stults pitched his first career complete game and capped a three-run fourth inning with a sacrifice fly, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 5-0 victory over the AL Central-leading Chicago White Sox on …
look Blue Jays return home hoping to recapture magic of 1989
All of a sudden it feels like 1989 again with Cito Gaston back in the dugout at the Rogers Centre, and Toronto Blue Jays fans can only hope that history repeats itself this summer.
White Sox: Sox have become road worriers
The surroundings of Dodger Stadium might be more aesthetically to their liking, but the reality is this for the White Sox: They need to find a way to feel comfortable away from home.
Rays rally off Marlins bullpen late, win 6-4
Joe Nelson missed by a couple of inches, and that was all the space the Tampa Bay Rays needed for yet another win.
Jun 26 2008
‘See’ the game like never before
‘See’ the game like never before The newest technology from Major League Baseball Advanced Media has been revealed — the “GD3D” feature now added to the ever-popular MLB.com Gameday application.
Cubs‘ Soriano hopes for quick return
Cubs‘ Soriano hopes for quick return Alfonso Soriano has said all along he wants to return from a broken bone in his left hand in fewer than the estimated six weeks, and his manager is backing him up.
Twins surge to eighth straight victory
Twins surge to eighth straight win Wednesday’s 9-3 victory in San Diego extended the Twins‘ winning streak to eight games, and pulled them just one-half game back of the White Sox in the AL Central.
Challis is Pirates‘ special guest
Challis is Pirates‘ special guest John Challis was the Pirates‘ special guest on Wednesday, giving the team a pregame talk before the game against the Yankees. The 18-year-old, who is battling cancer, wanted to raise awareness for his foundation, benefiting high school student athletes with terminal diseases.
Manuel gets apology for ump incident
Manuel gets apology for ump incident The apology Jerry Manuel had hoped to receive was delivered during the exchange of lineup cards prior to the Mets‘ game against the Mariners on Wednesday night.
Paralyzed mother keeps Tigers‘ Thames even-keeled
Anytime Marcus Thames starts to get cranky about being a part-time player, he simply thinks about his mom.
Joba shines in first win as a starter
Joba shines in first win as a starter Joba Chamberlain tossed 6 2/3 scoreless innings, while Bobby Abreu and Robinson Cano homered, leading the Yankees to a 10-0 win over the Bucs on Wednesday.
Recent road struggles have put the Chicago White Sox ’s lead in the AL Central in jeopardy.
K.C. improves top interleague record
As a kid in Colorado, Luke Hochevar rooted for the Rockies . On Wednesday night, he took a different approach against them.
Morning Roundup: Double-dip homers
Jun 26 2008
Angels shut down Phillies, 3-2
Like a barn-storming squad from years ago, the Angels swept into town, beat up on the local nine then hopped the next train out of town after handing the Philadelphia Phillies a 3-2 defeat on Sunday.
Payoff pitch not coming from some big signees
Dontrelle Willis, who went to the Detroit Tigers with plenty of hype, was awarded a three-year, $29 million contract before throwing a pitch. He still has yet to win a game. Willis is not even in Detroit these days, trying to solve his pitching woes (0-1, 10.32 ERA) in Class A Lakeland, Fla. The Tigers have no idea whether he’ll make it back.
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Wright, Maine lead Mets over Mariners 8-2
David Wright made his new manager look like a master tactician. Forced to take a night off Tuesday for the first time this season by Jerry Manuel, Wright proved the move smart with one quick swing Wednesday - …
Jun 26 2008
White Sox: Sox have become road worriers
The surroundings of Dodger Stadium might be more aesthetically to their liking, but the reality is this for the White Sox: They need to find a way to feel comfortable away from home.
CLEVELAND - The people’s shortstop came home. After four years, Omar Vizquel was back in Cleveland, and it felt as if he never left.
Back-to-back comebacks possible for Rockies
The Rockies used an improbable rally to reach the World Series in ‘07. Thanks to a woeful NL West, Tracy Ringolsby sees a repeat.
Paralyzed mother keeps Tigers‘ Thames even-keeled
Anytime Marcus Thames starts to get cranky about being a part-time player, he simply thinks about his mom.
Detwiler smacks 2 HRs as Fresno St. wins shocker
Fresno State was smashing in its final performance as college baseball’s team of destiny, winning a championship that would have been impossible to predict. With Steve Detwiler providing all the offense Justin Wilson needed, the Bulldogs captured their first national championship in a men’s sport with a 6-1 victory over Georgia in Game 3 of the College World Series finals Wednesday night.
K.C. improves top interleague record
As a kid in Colorado, Luke Hochevar rooted for the Rockies . On Wednesday night, he took a different approach against them.
Astros‘ Chacon suspended indefinitely
Houston Astros pitcher Shawn Chacon has been suspended indefinitely by the team. It was unclear why Chacon was suspended Wednesday, but he has been upset since being bumped from the rotation and moved into the bullpen on Sunday. The right-hander is 2-3 with a 5.04 ERA in 15 starts for Houston this year. He set a major league record with nine straight no-decisions to start the season.
Jun 26 2008
Uggla’s double lifts Marlins past A’s
Florida Marlins pitcher Ricky Nolasco delivers against the Oakland Athletics in the first inning of a baseball game, Saturday, June 21, 2008, in Oakland, Calif.
Detwiler smacks 2 HRs as Fresno St. wins shocker
Fresno State was smashing in its final performance as college baseball’s team of destiny, winning a championship that would have been impossible to predict. With Steve Detwiler providing all the offense Justin Wilson needed, the Bulldogs captured their first national championship in a men’s sport with a 6-1 victory over Georgia in Game 3 of the College World Series finals Wednesday night.
Jun 26 2008
Weak-Hitting Mariners Rout Perez, Mets
Home plate umpire Brian Runge, left, ejects New York Mets manager Jerry Manuel from the game during the fourth inning against the Seattle Mariners in Major League Baseball action Tuesday, June 24, 2008 at Shea …
Red Sox’s Wakefield tops Unit in matchup of aged
In a matchup for the aged, 41-year-old Tim Wakefield outpitched 44-year-old Randy Johnson and the Boston Red Sox beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-0 Wednesday night.
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White Sox: Sox have become road worriers
The surroundings of Dodger Stadium might be more aesthetically to their liking, but the reality is this for the White Sox: They need to find a way to feel comfortable away from home.
Jun 25 2008
Twins stun Hoffman for seventh straight
Twins stun Hoffman for seventh straight Brendan Harris (pictured) and Brian Buscher hit back-to-back dingers in the ninth inning off Padres closer Trevor Hoffman as Minnesota beat San Diego, 3-1, on Tuesday night at PETCO Park.
Brown’s homer lifts Blanton, Athletics
Brown’s homer lifts Blanton, A’s Right-hander Joe Blanton allowed just one run on four hits in seven strong innings, and Emil Brown’s three-run homer provided the offense in a 5-2 A’s victory over the visiting Phillies on Tuesday night. The A’s had just one hit in the first six innings.
Home record keeping Twins alive
There must be something about stepping indoors on mild and magical June nights that fires up the Twins to play baseball.
Marlins to recall hard-throwing prospect
Marlins to recall hard-throwing prospect The Marlins are expected to recall right-hander Eulogio De La Cruz from Triple-A Albuquerque on Wednesday afternoon.
Veteran crew named All-Star umpires
Veteran crew named All-Star umpires Ten years since working his last All-Star game, umpire Derryl Cousins will return to the Midsummer Classic on July 15 at Yankee Stadium to be the crew chief and work behind the plate, Major League Baseball announced Wednesday.
Recent road struggles have put the Chicago White Sox ’s lead in the AL Central in jeopardy.
Jun 25 2008
Slumping Phillies hit the road to battle A’s
The Philadelphia Phillies didn’t enjoy their recent visit from an American League West resident over the weekend.
Bucs beat Yanks for first time since ‘60 (AP)
For one night, it was 1960 all over again for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Jose Bautista and Ryan Doumit homered and the Pirates turned back the clock nearly a half-century, beating the New York Yankees 12-5 on Tuesday night for their first victory against them since Bill Mazeroski’s historic homer decided the ‘60 World Series.
2 HRs off Hoffman run Twins‘ streak to 7 (AP)
Not even the reigning NL Cy Young Award winner or baseball’s career saves leader could stop the streaking Minnesota Twins. Brendan Harris and Brian Buscher hit solo home runs on consecutive pitches against Trevor Hoffman in the ninth inning, and Minnesota beat the slumping San Diego Padres 3-1 Tuesday night for its seventh straight victory.
Buehrle helps ChiSox halt road skid at 9 (AP)
Teams facing Mark Buehrle often end up leaving the ballpark early. Buehrle pulled a fast one on the Los Angeles Dodgers with eight solid innings, and the Chicago White Sox snapped a nine-game road losing streak with a 6-1 victory Tuesday night. “I think everybody likes it when I’m pitching,” said Buehrle, who was working on at least six days’ rest for the third time this season and the first time…
Marlins ink No. 6 overall pick Skipworth (AP)
The Florida Marlins signed catcher Kyle Skipworth on Wednesday, getting their first-round draft pick to agree to a signing bonus of about $2.3 million. Skipworth was the No. 6 overall pick in the draft. Skipworth will be with the Marlins before their game Wednesday against the Tampa Bay Rays, then report about 90 miles north to Jupiter, Fla.
1-0 in games against the Indians that don’t feature extra innings
Perhaps that’s the key to success for the Dodgers against Cleveland, should Interleague play force them to meet again.
Jun 25 2008
BoSox’s Youkilis sent to eye specialist (AP)
Red Sox first baseman Kevin Youkilis has been sent to an eye specialist after getting hit in the face by a one-hop throw in practice, and will sit out Tuesday night’s game against Arizona. The 2007 American League Gold Glove winner was struck under the right eye Monday night by Mike Lowell’s throw during infield warmups.
New manager, same old Mets
Even assuming the Mets had a plan when they pulled a 3 a.m. firing, Jay Greenberg says the first week without Willie was a flop.
Varitek helps BoSox rally by Arizona 5-4 (AP)
Jason Varitek finally delivered a big hit. So did a few of his teammates. Varitek began working his way out of a long slump and the Boston Red Sox emerged from a short one, beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-4 Tuesday night with a four-run eighth inning capped by the captain’s go-ahead single. “I had some feeble at-bats over a few weeks and I had some really good ones,” said Varitek, who was…
Colorado Rockies (32-44) at Kansas City Royals (33-43),
The Kansas City Royals have struggled against the American League this season, but have had little trouble with the National League.
Dunn doesn’t show it much, but he loves baseball
The Blue Jays GM alleged Adam Dunn didn’t have a passion for baseball. That couldn’t be further from the truth, Ken Rosenthal says.
A’s hand Phils sixth straight loss, 5-2 (AP)
The way Jamie Moyer was going, Emil Brown just hoped to see a high pitch he could drive. And Moyer finally made a rare mistake. Brown hit a go-ahead, three-run homer in the seventh inning to spoil a strong outing by Moyer, and Joe Blanton ended a four-start losing streak as the Oakland Athletics beat the Philadelphia Phillies 5-2 Tuesday night.
Yankees blown away by Pirates in first game at Pittsburgh since 1960
PITTSBURGH - The last time the Yankees played in Pittsburgh, the Pirates got a Bill Mazeroski home run in the bottom of the ninth to beat the Bombers in Game 7 of the 1960 World Series.
Jun 25 2008
Tigers are legit contenders
It’s not conventional contention, that’s for sure. The Tigers are 36-39, but they’re hot.
FOX Spotlight: C.C. Sabathia
C.C. Sabathia snapped out of his early funk, and the ace says the Indians must do the same. But what’s with his dabbling in ballet?
Manuel ejected in 2nd home game as Mets skip
Jerry Manuel was ejected in the fourth inning of his second home game as New York Mets manager, apparently upset with the strike zone of plate umpire Brian Runge. Center fielder Carlos Beltran also was thrown out after taking consecutive called strikes from Seattle Mariners knuckleballer R.A. Dickey to lead off the fourth. After the second strike, Beltran started talking to Runge, who took off his mask and continued the dialogue before he brushed dirt off home plate.
Jun 25 2008
Future weighs on Smoltz’s mind
Future weighs on Smoltz’s mind Restricted by a bulky brace and burdened by numerous painful and sleepless nights, John Smoltz has had plenty of time to think about his future. At times, he thinks about the possibility of pitching again and at other times, he wonders if the time has truly come to realize his post-retirement plan of being a high school basketball coach.
Pirates ride hot bats to win over Yanks
Pirates ride hot bats to opening win The Pirates connected for seven extra-base hits in a 12-5 win over the Yankees in front of the third-largest crowd (38,867) in PNC Park history on Tuesday.
Mets‘ first pick takes in sights, sounds
Mets‘ first pick takes in sights, sounds As Ike Davis stretched for his Shea Stadium batting practice session on Tuesday, placing two black, wooden bats between his feet while dipping down to touch his toes, several Mets were already kneeling at his feet and waiting to make their introduction.
Detroit’s Verlander tries to rebound at San Diego
If the Detroit Tigers are going to make a run in the AL Central they need Justin Verlander to get on track.
Bush delivers stellar effort in win
Bush delivers stellar effort to carry Brewers Five days after he took a no-hitter into the eighth inning at Miller Park, Dave Bush held the Braves to a run on four hits in a 4-3 Brewers win at Turner Field on Tuesday.
Quirk, Hurdle look back in return to KC
KC full of memories for Rox coaches Jamie Quirk and Clint Hurdle, both former Royals, both recall memories of powder blue and crowns — mostly pleasant — as the Rockies‘ bench coach and manager return to Kauffman Stadium.
Yanks call up speedster Christian
Yanks call up speedster Christian Justin Christian had an inkling that something important was about to happen when his name mysteriously vanished from the Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre lineup, but he wasn’t finding any answers in the home clubhouse.
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