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Rained-out Mets meet in wake of Wagner remarks

Posted 61 minutes ago

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Phils' Werth homers in first three at-bats vs. Jays

Posted 116 minutes ago

Jayson Werth homered in his first three at-bats and tied a Philadelphia Phillies record with eight RBIs against the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday night. [Link]

Rockies remove Holliday from lineup vs. Twins

Posted 3 hours ago

Matt Holliday was removed from the Colorado Rockies' starting lineup Friday night because of tightness in his lower back. [Link]

Indians plan to use closer-by-committee approach

Posted 4 hours ago

Rafael Betancourt has lost his job as interim closer for the Cleveland Indians, who plan to use several relievers at the end of games until Joe Borowski returns from an arm injury. [Link]

Soriano stays scorching hot as Cubs down Pirates

Posted 6 hours ago

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Bigger issues? Isringhausen to DL, having hit TV

Posted 7 hours ago

The St. Louis Cardinals put struggling closer Jason Isringhausen, who has an 8.00 ERA and six blown saves, on the 15-day disabled list on Friday because of a cut on his pitching hand. [Link]

After cutting Bonds ties, Magowan leaving Giants

Posted 7 hours ago

Peter Magowan, the owner who brought Barry Bonds to San Francisco, built a new ballpark and kept Major League Baseball in the city, is stepping down as managing partner of the Giants. [Link]

Francona, Hurdle fill out All-Star coaching staffs

Posted 8 hours ago

All-Star managers Terry Francona and Clint Hurdle have selected their coaches for the July 15 game at Yankee Stadium. [Link]

Rockies' Torrealba files grievance over Mets deal

Posted 9 hours ago

Yorvit Torrealba has filed a grievance against the Mets over the collapse of a potential three-year, $14.4 million deal last November. [Link]

Crasnick: Chipper Jones still has a keen eye, sweet swing

Posted 9 hours ago

While many of his contemporaries have begun to fade or disappeared from view, Atlanta's Chipper Jones, at age 36, is hitting as well as ever. [Link]

Webb spins rare 9-0 start; D-backs sweep Rockies

Posted 10 hours ago

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Mets' Wagner rips teammates for dodging media

Posted 20 hours ago

Outspoken closer Billy Wagner ripped truculent Mets teammates Thursday for dodging reporters and ducking their way out of "being accountable" for failing to talk to the media. [Link]

Angels stranded in that '70s show

Posted 20 hours ago

ANAHEIM - Things didn't go very well in 1971 the first time around, either. Wearing retro jerseys modeled after the little 'a' logo from that year, the Angels seemed to be too caught up in Thursday's '70s Night' promotion, paying homage to that sub-.500 team (last in the American League in runs scored, but third in ERA) by losing, 4-3, to the Chicago White Sox. [Link]

Angels stranded in the '70s after loss

Posted 20 hours ago

Things didn't go very well in 1971 the first time around, either.

Wearing retro jerseys modeled after the little-a logo from that year, the Angels seemed to be too caught up in Thursday's '70s Night promotion at Angel Stadium, paying homage to that sub-.500 team (last in the American League in runs scored but third in ERA) by losing, 4-3, to the Chicago White Sox.

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Dodgers bringing their 'A' game to Big A

Posted 20 hours ago

L.A.'s bats stay hot in victory, giving team modest win streak heading into Angel Stadium. [Link]

Bennett makes it pay off

Posted 20 hours ago

MILWAUKEE - Gary Bennett isn't counting on anything. Sure, Dodgers manager Joe Torre keeps insisting he will rest All-Star catcher Russell Martin more often as the season goes along, the weather gets hotter and the schedule becomes more condensed with fewer off-days. [Link]

Berkman blasts 9th-inning homer to down Giants

Posted 20 hours ago

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Arredondo learning from past mistakes

Posted 20 hours ago

ANAHEIM - Converted from shortstop to pitcher less than four years ago, hard- throwing right-hander Jose Arredondo had a lot to learn. [Link]

Angels not caught short with Aybar

Posted 20 hours ago

MLB: Young player has proved to be capable replacement for Cabrera. [Link]

Hamels hurls first career shutout in Phillies' win

Posted 26 hours ago

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Kazmir, Rays drop Yankees to last place in AL East

Posted 27 hours ago

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Reds' Griffey pays off teammate Fogg in pennies

Posted 29 hours ago

Ken Griffey Jr. owed Cincinnati Reds teammate Josh Fogg $1,500, and paying by check just wouldn't do. [Link]

Rays reveal financing plan for waterfront ballpark

Posted 29 hours ago

Rays executives unveiled a $450 million financing plan for a 34,000-seat waterfront ballpark. [Link]

Dempster outduels Maddux as Cubs blank Padres

Posted 30 hours ago

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Pirates break through against Izzy, stun Cardinals

Posted 30 hours ago

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Nationals place 1B Johnson on 15-day disabled list

Posted 31 hours ago

Nationals first baseman Nick Johnson was placed on the 15-day disabled list Thursday with a torn tendon sheath in his right wrist. [Link]

Giants being cautious with Valdez, put him on DL

Posted 31 hours ago

Merkin Valdez is almost two years out from reconstructive right elbow surgery, so the San Francisco Giants aren't about to take a risk with his health now. [Link]

Harris' acrobatic catch saves Nats win over Mets

Posted 31 hours ago

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Indians starter gives up run but Tribe still sweep

Posted 31 hours ago

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Prior's shoulder being looked at by Dr. Andrews

Posted 32 hours ago

San Diego Padres pitcher Mark Prior was in Birmingham, Ala., on Thursday to have his surgically repaired right shoulder examined by Dr. James Andrews. [Link]

MLB owners unanimously ratify drug testing rules

Posted 32 hours ago

Baseball owners unanimously ratified tougher drug testing rules, and commissioner Bud Selig said he will now turn his attention to whether maple bats have become dangerous. [Link]

Brewers reliever Riske on DL with elbow injury

Posted 32 hours ago

The Brewers put reliever David Riske on the 15-day disabled list because of a hyperextended right elbow and purchased the contract of journeyman minor league pitcher Mark DiFelice on Thursday. [Link]

Quentin's 1st grand slam sparks ChiSox by Angels

Posted 34 hours ago

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Brewers ink Braun to eight-year, $45 million deal

Posted 36 hours ago

The Milwaukee Brewers signed Rookie of the Year Ryan Braun to an eight-year, $45 million contract. [Link]

Cashman stays focused on job despite Hank's rant

Posted 37 hours ago

Hank Steinbrenner told the New York Post for Wednesday's editions that he was prepared to fix his Yankees "by force" if needed. That could be taken as a threat toward general manager Brian Cashman. [Link]

A feel 'very good' story: Smoltz closer to return

Posted 38 hours ago

John Smoltz is eyeing a return to the Braves pitching staff within 10 days, as long as upcoming throwing sessions go as well as a flat-ground session went on Wednesday. [Link]

Manny's snag, high-five steal O's thunder

Posted 38 hours ago

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DeWitt might stick in lineup

Posted 44 hours ago

MILWAUKEE - While Dodgers third baseman Nomar Garciaparra appeared no closer to returning from the disabled list, his replacement, Blake DeWitt, entered Wednesday night's game with the Milwaukee Brewers leading all major-league rookies with a . [Link]

Better late than never for Pierre

Posted 44 hours ago

Outfielder's two-run double in ninth helps Dodgers come from behind - and could cement his status in starting lineup. [Link]

Guillen's move stops Angels

Posted 44 hours ago

MLB: Quentin's grand slam in eighth ruins stellar effort by Lackey in his return. [Link]

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