Schumaker powers Cards past Cubs

Schumaker powers Cards past Cubs

Skip Schumaker’s two-run walk-off home run in the 11th inning gave the Cardinals a dramatic and hard-earned 5-3 win over the Cubs on Friday night. via St. Louis Cardinals

Braun’s Wood work polishes off Chicago

“Come in the game and do your job. Get guys out. It’s simple. And I didn’t”

CHICAGO - Ryan Braun silenced a raucous crowd at Wrigley Field with his bat. He picked on a bases-loaded pitch from Cubs closer Kerry Wood, drove it into right-center and gave the Milwaukee Brewers a spirited … via WisInfo

Dodgers warm, going cold

“You hear some guys say they like to pitch in it, but I don’t think any hitter or position player likes it. But it’s no excuse. The Rockies aren’t going to feel sorry for us, and we have to find a way to keep this thing going.”

The Dodgers managed to stay hot Thursday. Their next challenge is to stay warm. Having completed a three-game sweep of the Florida Marlins and having run their winning streak to six with a 5-3 victory in front … via Press-Telegram