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arch 4, 2010

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Against Yanks, Halladay in top form
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* Roy Halladay's 2010 Grapefruit League debut on Thursday will soon be forgotten, but it also went about as well as Phillies fans could have wanted.
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Pence goes deep in same frame vs. Nats
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* Hunter Pence hit a pair of home runs in one inning in the Astros' Grapefruit League opener at Osceola County Stadium against the Nationals.
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* Zito settles score with Brewers' Fielder
* Webb a little hesitant in bullpen session
* Reyes cleared to play after doctor visit
* Reasons to watch MLB.TV | At Bat is back
* Mauer's agent arrives at Twins camp
* Chapman to make debut on Monday
* Johan ready to go after first live BP
* Reynolds, D-backs to talk contract
* Kalas remembered fondly at camp
* Earthquake won't alter Dodgers' Taiwan trip
* Berkman to make spring debut Friday
* Hamilton sits out Rangers' Cactus opener
* Mets sign Calero to Minor League deal
* Brewers' Gamel scratched with sore shoulder
* Cubs' Marmol at ease in coveted position
* Johnson scratched from Yanks game
* O's Matusz sharp in 2010 spring debut
* Numbers are nice but not Uggla's goal
* Nats' Willingham can now focus on baseball
* Orioles' Pie injured legging out triple
* Role of No. 2 hitters continues to evolve
* Jays' Cecil scratched from first spring outing
* Brewers renew Gallardo's contract
* Zumaya makes light of sticky situation
* Rays' Pena advises non-roster invitees
* Lincecum shrugs off opener struggles
* Dodgers' Mota does his part for Haiti
* Jackie's legacy motivates Kinsler

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March 5, 2010

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Reyes to be tested for thyroid imbalance
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* Jose Reyes will return to New York for further tests after doctors detected in blood work done on Thursday what they believe could be a thyroid imbalance.
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Peavy's pursuit of perfection never relents
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* Even during the early stages of Spring Training, Jake Peavy refuses to lessen his intensity. That's one reason the White Sox pursued the dominant right-hander.
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* Moyer returns after three surgeries
* Yankees cautious with Johnson's stiff back
* Lannan to be Nats' Opening Day starter
* Watch the Houston College Classic Live
* Reasons to watch MLB.TV | At Bat is back
* Reds' Frazier OK after being hit by Chapman
* Zito settles Giants' score with Fielder
* Chapman impresses in tuneup for Monday
* Bodley: Utley reminder of days gone by
* MLB hosts anti-doping conference
* Against Yankees, Halladay in top form
* Beckett aims to live down in the zone
* Wright-Bay connection looks good early
* Doubt over role won't distract Brignac
* Pence goes deep twice in same frame
* Papelbon driven to regain splitter
* Mauer's agent arrives at Twins camp
* Cubs' Marmol at ease in coveted position
* CC expects more despite solid debut
* Webb a little hesitant in bullpen session
* Pineiro gets feel for pitches, new team
* Amid rumors, Beckham back at second
* Reyes checks out OK, set to play Friday
* Brewers begin Fielder discussion
* Johan ready to go after first live BP
* Abreu inspires Angels on, off field
* O's Matusz enjoys long duel with Longoria
* Reynolds, D-backs to talk contract

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March 6, 2010

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Nathan leaves with tightness in elbow
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* Twins closer Joe Nathan left Saturday's game against the Red Sox in the third inning for precautionary reasons after experiencing some tightness and soreness in his surgically repaired right elbow.
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Hamilton's bruised left shoulder improving
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* Josh Hamilton will go through a full workout Saturday for the first time since bruising his left shoulder. He could make his spring debut as early as Monday.
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* Tucson negotiating with Japanese teams
* Cubs' Guzman has tear in shoulder
* Lyon 'throwing well and feeling good'
* Dodgers' Martin has MRI; misses workout
* Bullpen bonds can last a lifetime
* Yanks' Cervelli OK after getting beaned
* Mariners' Cordero making comeback bid
* Brown, Grilli to undergo surgery
* Marquis to make his Nats debut Sunday
* Hensley impresses in Marlins' victory
* Blue Jays back Marcum with hitting display
* Mets' offense has field day vs. Nats
* Cubs' Coleman following family's footsteps
* Hulett comes through in a pinch to lift Sox
* Regulars get in work in Astros' win
* Gammons: Twins prepare for elements
* Sandoval's versatility shines for Angels
* Reynolds extension talks continue
* Webb urges patience with shoulder rehab
* Bloomquist's focus is just being ready
* Maysonet's versatility opens eyes
* Burrell to start in right field vs. Phillies
* Sore arms hold out three Marlins
* Cubs set Soriano's debut for Saturday
* Cuban Sports Hall to honor Lasorda
* Webb may start season on disabled list
* Rodriguez's plate discipline paying off
* Marlins' Johnson makes debut Saturday

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March 6, 2010

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Matsui's debut with Angels draws near
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* Pending a threatening weather forecast, Hideki Matsui appears to have a good chance of making his Angels debut on Sunday at Tempe Diablo Stadium in a designated-hitter role.
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Gagne returns to hill as a Dodger
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* Eric Gagne made his return to the Dodgers on Saturday, delivering a two-run inning against the White Sox, but feeling better than the stats looked.
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* Cubs-White Sox rivalry officially under way
* Nathan leaves with tightness in right elbow
* Lackey's debut goes off without a hitch
* Selig: British HGH test being studied
* MLB appoints new umpire supervisors
* Giants' Burriss suffers second break in foot
* McCourt: Focus remains on baseball
* Three hopefuls for last two rotation spots
* Hamilton's bruised left shoulder improving
* Liriano pleased with first outing for Twins
* Tucson eyeing Japanese teams for spring
* Cubs' Guzman has tear in shoulder
* Capuano looks fine in return from elbow surgery
* Quentin's two homers create buzz
* Nats' Lannan out of rhythm in first spring start
* A's Braden upbeat in return to mound
* Dodgers' Martin has MRI, misses workout
* Oswalt feels great in first spring start
* Howard's fight against breaking balls
* Lyon 'throwing well and feeling good'
* Signs look good for Cards' Lohse
* Meche, rookie offer plenty to Crow about
* Sweeney giving his all despite long odds
* Cueto encouraged by first start of spring
* Bullpen bonds can last a lifetime
* Yanks' Cervelli OK after getting beaned
* Brewers' Wolf eyes road ahead after debut
* Desmond's play offers Nats options

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March 7, 2010

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Chapman's transition takes next step
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* On Monday, the left-handed pitcher will get to show how comfortable he is on the field when he takes the mound against Kansas City in a game scheduled for 3:05 p.m. ET/1:05 p.m. MT at Goodyear Ballpark.
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Martin to be sidelined four to six weeks
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* Dodgers catcher Russell Martin will miss 4-6 weeks with a groin pull, according to Dodgers manager Joe Torre.
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* All but two Cactus League games rained out
* Gammons: Fresh starts for A-Rod, Cabrera
* Nathan to undergo MRI, CT scan on elbow
* Royals likely to lose Gordon for a month
* D-backs' Webb hits 'plateau' in rehab
* Blackburn signs four-year deal with Twins
* Perez, Takahashi keep ball in strike zone
* Rockies' Corpas seeks return to '07 form
* Dice-K takes strides with side session
* Marlins' Maybin leaves with groin strain
* Phils' Aumont back to where he started
* Reds' Chapman ready to take big stage
* Rain shuts down Peavy's game, not effort
* Heyward turning heads in Braves' camp
* Pettitte makes headway after sim game
* Santos adds surprising feat to resume
* Torre confident Ellis can spell Martin
* Buchholz's focus? Taking care of business
* Holland knows he needs to prove himself
* Competition revs up for Cards' fifth starter
* Bonderman not taking spot for granted
* Homegrown Kelly impresses Red Sox
* Halos get work in despite rainout
* Tests reveal contusion in Hairston's hand
* Tallet savoring shot at rotation spot
* Burriss, DeRosa get good injury news
* Rays' Maddon may bat Upton seventh
* Rain pushes back Matsui's debut

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March 8, 2010

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Chapman sharp in Cactus League debut
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* Reds left-hander Aroldis Chapman, a Cuban defector, made his Cactus League debut vs. the Royals on Monday, working two scoreless innings of relief with three strikeouts.
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Pujols sits with discomfort in back
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* Cardinals slugger Albert Pujols will miss at least two games as a result of discomfort in his lower back, which he first felt on Sunday afternoon.
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* Mets' Carter hits two homers in same frame
* No date set for Webb's Cactus debut
* Phenom Heyward smashes first homer
* Mo inches toward debut after 'delicious' BP
* Beckett's timing just right on perfect day
* K-Rod's back, but Escobar's shut down
* Twins hope to get Nathan update Tuesday
* Astros' Lyon takes another positive step
* Rays close in on signing Blalock to deal
* Bodley: Rays owner cautious about future
* Schoeneweis finds normalcy this spring
* Vlad looks back, ready to forge ahead
* Ali inspires with visit to Padres camp
* Phils may begin season without Romero
* Maybin, Ross hobbled by injuries
* Soriano follows special work schedule
* Bergesen ready for first start since July
* Wang appears at Nationals camp
* Majewski seeking role on hometown Astros
* MLB, Yahoo host unmatched fantasy game
* Angels' Santana engages Guerrero
* Alderson tabbed to reform Dominican office
* Gammons: Fresh starts for A-Rod, Cabrera
* Toronto doctor says he treated A-Rod
* Cervelli gets medical clearance to play
* Mientkiewicz eyes repeat as Dodgers NRI
* Ross plates four, Hudson looks sharp
* Slowey, Blackburn sharp on hill for Twins

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March 9, 2010

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Strasburg dazzles in spring debut
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* About an hour before making his Spring Training debut against the Tigers on Tuesday, Nationals right-hander Stephen Strasburg was getting ready to warm up in the bullpen when pitching coach Steve McCatty realized that Strasburg was nervous.
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Nathan has elbow tear, will rest for now
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* Twins closer Joe Nathan has what was termed a "significant tear" to the ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow, he and the Twins announced Tuesday.
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* Mets' Reyes has overactive thyroid
* Steinbrenner: No extension talks for trio
* Dodgers' Davis, who hit in 31 straight, dies
* Mariners' Lee set for Cactus League debut
* O's concern growing over Roberts' health
* Johan passes Grapefruit League test
* Pedroia, Scutaro quickly form tight bond
* Giants starstruck by Ali's visit to camp
* Two homers quick remedy for Yanks' Johnson
* Tribe's Wood not dwelling on trade talk
* Cards' Wainwright irked by spring debut
* Blalock joins Rays with role unknown
* Yankee Stadium to host Pinstripe Bowl
* Lilly planning on game action soon
* Twins exploring possible closer options
* Bucs' Clement looks like a natural at first
* Reds' Del Rosario getting noticed
* Lo's stuff for Astros speaks volumes
* Sore shoulder shelves Crew's Gamel
* Blake feeling better, sits out for LA
* Cubs' Fontenot looks sharp at shortstop
* Sox's Hermida enjoys Marlins reunion
* Dotel encouraged by latest session
* Loney stresses consistency at plate
* Hellickson strikes out four to cap win
* Cardinals seeking spot to use Miller
* Mariners' catching battle far from settled
* Rangers acquire Ramirez from Yankees

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March 10, 2010

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Lee gets off to solid start with Mariners
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* The Cliff Lee era for the Seattle Mariners began in earnest on Wednesday as the left-hander made his initial Cactus League start against the Rangers at Surprise Stadium.
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Mets, Reyes agree condition not serious
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* After another Mets medical scenario had taken an odd twist, a morning conversation among the Mets' hierarchy, the club's primary physician and an agent representing Jose Reyes put the club and Reyes on the same page.
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* Nomar calls it a career in Red Sox style
* Mattingly dons manager's hat for Dodgers
* Rays pull Price after bat shard scare
* Pujols, Holliday scratched from lineup
* Damon out vs. Yankees with turf toe
* Heyward sits day after running into wall
* Kuo will start Taiwan finale for Dodgers
* Marlins' Turnbow ready to pitch in game
* LaPorta finding formula for success
* Cubs putting Bradley in the past
* Teixeira a bright spot in Yanks' win
* Marshall returns to A's, then released
* Cook hands Opening Day torch to Jimenez
* Penny nearly perfect in Cards' victory
* Hamstring delays Crisp's outfield debut
* Moyer hurls three shutout innings
* 'Fertile' Rays system keeps on giving
* Marlins' Paulino feeling more comfortable
* Padres' Poreda gets back to basics
* Nationals' Flores visits Dr. Andrews
* Wrist sprain to cost Jennings a week
* Clark named to executive spot with MLBPA
* Nathan has elbow tear, will rest for now
* Phenom Strasburg dazzles in spring debut
* Halladay continues to impress at Phils camp
* Steinbrenner: No extension talks for trio
* Matsui makes Angels debut
* Johan passes Grapefruit League test

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March 11, 2010

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Reyes prescribed rest, likely out for opener
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* Mets shortstop Jose Reyes will rest, refrain from athletic activity and make changes in his diet, according to the treatment prescribed by doctors and specialists, the Mets announced on Thursday.
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Time running out for Webb, D-backs
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* While not ruling it out, D-backs manager A.J. Hinch said the likelihood of ace Brandon Webb starting the season on the disabled list is growing.
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* Giants unfazed by Lincecum's command
* Bauman: Realignment a radical idea
* Bodley: Leyland not hung up on last year
* Hunter discusses uproar with team, media
* Strasburg discusses first start, future
* Twins' Nathan waits for second opinion
* Feliz's spot on Rangers' staff not certain
* Lackey acclimating well to camp in Florida
* O's Roberts hopeful of quick recovery
* Speculation about Mauer trade premature
* Helton, Rockies ink two-year extension
* Rays' Price likely to make next start
* Ankiel showing Royals power in arm, bat
* Dodgers get warm welcome in Taiwan
* Weaver adapts to keep arm strong
* Piniella focused on wins, not contract
* Bay believes in Boston's offense
* Cervelli gets new helmet, new nickname
* Buehrle's spring break coming to an end
* Retooled delivery benefits Cubs' Silva
* Feldman fine with working out kinks
* Berkman, Arias scheduled for checkups
* Cards' Lohse efficient in scoreless start
* Phils' rotation off to strong start this spring
* In Cards' bullpen, much left to be decided
* Ozzie backs off Web site creation
* Jurrjens crucial to Braves' success
* Hawpe's spring debut on solid footing

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March 12, 2010

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Knee might keep Berkman out of opener
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* Lance Berkman, who will undergo arthroscopic surgery on his left knee Saturday, is still aiming to be in the starting lineup for the Astros when they face the Giants to begin the season April 5.
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Liriano a possibility to slot into closer role
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* If Twins closer Joe Nathan is unable to pitch with a torn ligament in his right elbow, Francisco Liriano's name will likely be thrown in the mix when the club starts to examine its options.
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* Street, Betancourt make progress
* Hoffman working toward spring debut
* Affable Iglesias feels at home with Boston
* Castro has believers in Ramirez, Soriano
* Anderson ready for first Dodgers action
* Jurrjens pleased with spring debut
* Braves' Lowe expects to start Monday
* Reds' Arroyo shines at '85 percent'
* Cubs' Lee scratched with bruised foot
* Mother Nature has a field day in Florida
* Rangers' catching situation uncertain for now
* With spring in his step, Inge ready for games
* Cora, Tejada competing as Reyes' fill-in
* Tigers' Perry makes case for late-inning work
* Patience paying off for Mariners hitters
* 'Welcomed' Swisher a perfect fit
* Valverde trade now favoring D-backs
* Drabek sent down, but Jays expect him back
* Dodgers drop opener in Taiwan
* Hill relishes chance with Cardinals
* Zagurski trying to latch on with Phillies
* Astros' Lyon feels good after facing hitters
* Shields to play golf with PGA's Daly
* Tribe's Cabrera exits game with leg injury
* Shields named Rays' Opening Day starter
* Prognosis good for Rays' Navarro, Joyce
* Tribe's Hagadone reclaiming pre-surgery form
* UMPS CARE launches 2010 auction

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March 13, 2010

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Pujols easily pops back into form
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* Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols had not played in almost a week, missing five games because of what he described as lower back spasms. He looked in mid-season form Saturday, however.
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Damon shows Yanks what they're missing
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* Johnny Damon had an impact in his first game against his old team with an RBI single as part of a three-run second and a solo homer to lead off a three-run fifth, leading the split-squad Tigers to a 6-2 win over the Yankees on Saturday.
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* White Sox confident Mitchell can rebound
* Astros make plans for Berkman-less lineup
* Mariners show off their Sunday best: Felix
* Twins reward Span with five-year contract
* Dodgers' Barton is well-travelled
* Stiff neck forces Dice-K out of live BP
* Reds' Bruce off to strong start this spring
* Shortstop prospect a lifelong Giants fan
* Romero feeling more confident this spring
* Westmoreland to have brain surgery
* Hudson sees new pitch possibilities
* Teahen, Pierre off to slow starts at plate
* Rangers' Kinsler sidelined by ankle sprain
* LA prospects getting Major exposure
* Aceves hard for Yankees to ignore
* Parra benefits from Peterson's guidance
* Lilly's recovery is ahead of schedule
* Braves introduce new arrival Salcedo
* Duchscherer gearing up for Cactus debut
* Q&A with Carl Crawford
* Halos' Santana turning up heat to '08 form
* Inge all smiles in return to game action
* Buchholz not worrying about competition
* Rangers trying out several for utility role
* Carrasco content with Indians' plans
* Olsen, Storen pitch with pleasing results
* Larkin, Casey return to Reds camp

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March 14, 2010

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Strasburg fans two in three scoreless
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* Making his second start of the exhibition season, Nationals right-hander Stephen Strasburg allowed the Cardinals just two hits in three scoreless innings on Sunday afternoon.
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Aybar, Abreu out for precaution
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* The Angels' lineup against the Cubs on Sunday was about as close to full strength as it's been all spring, with Bobby Abreu and Erick Aybar missing action.
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* Sore ankle may sideline Ankiel a week
* Chipper, McCann tempering enthusiasm
* Beckett scratched, will start on Friday
* Young shows off arm -- from mound
* Oswalt's focus on the here and now
* Berkman's goal is Opening Day start
* Aramis to resume throwing this week
* Johan flashes vintage form against Fish
* Pedroia, Youk lead Red Sox in 'Tek's return
* Baez provides Phils much-needed insurance
* O's Roberts to see back specialist
* Gonzalez not concerned by back stiffness
* Marlins' Baker sees action in 'B' game
* Dodgers send four to Minors camp
* Jackson hits two triples in Tigers' win
* McPherson among 10 reassigned by A's
* Burke trying to catch up for lost time
* Lee, Pence power up to back Myers
* Markakis stays hot behind sharp Matusz
* Pirates' homer barrage ensures victory
* Stavinoha, Craig pace Redbirds' offense
* McCutchen, Hart will start; only one in bigs
* Rays' Navarro set to return Tuesday
* Cuban Hechavarria nearing deal with Jays
* Two-out doubles lead Marlins to victory
* Heyward stays hot in win over Jays
* Bucs' Cedeno exits early, but hand is OK
* Dodgers give Taiwan rave reviews

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March 15, 2010

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Pujols pays no heed to trade rumor
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* Albert Pujols shrugged off a report from the weekend that suggested that the Phillies might try to trade for him, saying Monday that it's not the first time he's heard a wild rumor involving his name.
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Doc continues to hone craft during spring
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* Roy Halladay always seemed like a perfectionist from afar, but his perfectionism is even more apparent up close.
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* Lee tossed from Seattle-Arizona tilt
* Rangers' Hamilton exits after plunking
* The DH: Like? Dislike? Let's review
* Gammons: Postcards from the road
* D-backs, Reynolds finalizing three-year pact
* Mets' Rodriguez perfect in spring debut
* Bodley: Thome's heart still in game
* Howard unfazed by 'false' trade rumor
* Nathan set to test elbow on Saturday
* Jackson maturing right before Tigers' eyes
* Cubs' Zambrano solid despite obstacles
* Roberts gets epidural for herniated disc
* Jenks encouraged after bullpen session
* Braves' Lowe ready for the real thing
* Kazmir seeks old form with new slider
* Liriano's mindset is to start for Twins
* Sheets doesn't record out in third start
* Rockies' Francis, Street keep making strides
* Blanks owes much to Padres scout
* Wakefield sees results past box score line
* Gagne reassigned as part of Dodgers' cuts
* Penny shakes off bruises to get in work
* Cubs' bus breaks down en route to Tucson
* Dice-K to pitch batting practice Wednesday
* Wang's first BP session a success
* Reds considering Francisco in left field
* Lowell makes debut with Red Sox at first base
* MLBPA expands supplements list

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March 16, 2010

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Nathan to test elbow in 'near future'
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* Twins manager Ron Gardenhire said Tuesday that closer Joe Nathan will test his right elbow soon, but it's not necessarily going to happen on Saturday, as was originally planned.
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Chapman set to make first start for Reds
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* With two relief appearances under his belt this spring, Cuban lefty Aroldis Chapman will make his first start on Wednesday afternoon against the Brewers.
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* For Angels' Wood, 'it's my time now'
* Cooler, calmer Hamels adding to arsenal
* Smoltz joins MLB Network, Turner Sports
* Spring forward with 40 percent off
* Back spasms force Dunn out of game
* Persistent Carrasco earning his Buc
* Lilly's return to Cubs' rotation drawing near
* Rangers get Hamilton soon; Kinsler delayed
* Dombrowski intently watching pitchers
* Francoeur armed with unique skill
* Former GM Towers to scout for Yankees
* Jurrjens settles in to end start on high note
* Halos' rocky spring doesn't faze Scioscia
* Turnbow shut down with shoulder injury
* Marcum takes role of veteran on Jays' staff
* Greinke, Royals alter pitching plans
* Hanley back in lineup after resting groin
* Phillies' Polanco could return by Friday
* Lyon inching closer to game action with Astros
* Mariners move Ackley to Minors camp
* Capuano suffers setback in comeback
* M's infield experiment awaits resolution
* LA's Wade to miss at least three months
* Angels will have blanket record covered
* Indians-Reds game to benefit YMCA
* Hellickson, Jennings sent down by Rays
* Chisenhall could be Indians' future at third
* Vallejo outrighted to Triple-A Round Rock

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March 17, 2010

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Washington apologizes for cocaine use
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* Rangers manager Ron Washington apologized on Wednesday for using and testing positive for cocaine last year.
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Lee suspended for first five games of 2010
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* Former American League Cy Young Award winner Cliff Lee was suspended for the first five games of the season and fined an undisclosed amount Wednesday for his part in an on-field incident in Monday's Spring Training game.
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* Rockies' Street likely to start season on DL
* D-backs' Webb targets late-April return
* Homer doesn't faze Chapman in first start
* Padres breaking down language barrier
* Dice-K throws first batting-practice session
* Dukes, expected to start, released by Nats
* Berkman 'pretty good,' targeting opener
* Hamilton back in Rangers' lineup
* Joba's strong day keeps him firmly in mix
* Morneau eyes Thursday return to lineup
* Pettitte sharp in first official spring outing
* A's Duchscherer: 'I'm on my way back'
* Marte fine after being hit with liner
* Mejia's six-pitch outing impresses Mets
* Sporting better change, Hanson nearly ready
* Putz, Jenks satisfied with simulated work
* Phillies staff on target in spring games
* Wandy's work with change paying off
* Soriano takes care of business in debut
* Secondary pitches start clicking for Pelfrey
* Injury could cost Gamel shot with Crew
* O's Roberts rests back but remains hopeful
* Izturis has more than utility value to Halos
* Phils reliever Romero making progress
* Punto, Harris battling for third-base role
* Rays' fifth-starter race remains wide open
* Puerto Rico expected to host Mets, Marlins
* Tigers' Seay feels fine after throwing session

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Marlins, Mets to play series in Puerto Rico
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* Major League Baseball once again is expanding its reach around the world. The league on Thursday announced the Florida Marlins and New York Mets are switching their three-game set from June 28-30 in Miami to San Juan, Puerto Rico.
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Orioles upping Wieters' spring workload
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* Starting this weekend, Matt Wieters will again be a regular fixture behind the plate, with manager Dave Trembley saying on Tuesday that he will begin to increase the young catcher's workload in the final three and a half weeks of spring.
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* Tigers option Galarraga to Triple-A
* Cubs' Guzman to have shoulder surgery
* Davis sidelined by sore ab muscle
* Mariners complete Kotchman trade
* Washington apologizes for cocaine use
* Mariners' Saunders optioned to Tacoma
* A's option Souza to Double-A
* Mariners' Lee suspended for five games
* Homer doesn't faze Chapman in first start
* Zinicola's Toronto tenure comes to end
* Rockies' Street likely to start season on DL
* D-backs' Webb targets late-April return
* Peavy deals full repertoire in second start
* Dice-K throws first batting-practice session
* Joba's strong day keeps him firmly in mix
* Lackey living up to expectations with Red Sox
* Padres breaking down language barrier
* Hamilton back in Rangers' lineup
* Bradley ejected by home-plate umpire
* Pettitte sharp in first official spring outing
* Berkman 'pretty good,' targeting opener
* Atchison trying to stick with Red Sox
* Carmona's career at a crossroads
* Monasterios making name with Dodgers
* Dukes, expected to start, released by Nats
* Mejia's six-pitch outing impresses Mets
* Angels' Saunders relieved to see results
* Phillies' staff on target in spring games

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March 19, 2010

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Marlins, Mets to play series in Puerto Rico
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* Major League Baseball announced Thursday the Florida Marlins and New York Mets are switching their three-game set on June 28-30 from Miami to San Juan, Puerto Rico.
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Manny appears to be heating up
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* Manny Ramirez's power returned, at least for his first-inning, two-run home run off Ryan Dempster in the Dodgers' 7-3 spring win over the Cubs on Thursday.
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* Texas likely to open without Hunter
* No problems with Jeter's throwing hand
* Washington admits drug use as player
* Dodgers' legend Scully hospitalized after fall
* Hamilton empathizes with skipper Washington
* Knight: Cox will have hard time retiring
* Quentin driven to become better hitter
* Extension gives Reynolds 'peace of mind'
* Aramis scratched with lingering soreness
* Bodley: For Francona, life is good
* Pena goes over the wall to snap 0-fer
* Phillies' Lidge throws in Double-A game
* Astros' Norris scratched due to stomach flu
* Under the lights, Nolasco's stuff electric
* Brewers' Gamel out six weeks with tear
* Willis in good spirits after scoreless effort
* Lyon's shoulder fine after spring debut
* Chipper makes mammoth statement
* Future may be now for Blue Jays' Snider
* Fowler feeling comfortable with Rox
* La Russa takes exception to comments
* Orioles upping Wieters' spring workload
* Optimistic Lilly returns to Cubs camp
* Santana rounding into form for Halos
* Arizona legislature approves surcharges
* Red Sox's Buchholz stays on schedule
* Dodgers' lineup decisions coming into focus
* Pavano feels better, more into routine

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arch 19, 2010

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Guillen's son resigns from White Sox
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* Ozzie Guillen's middle son, Oney, resigned from the White Sox organization Friday after an apparent disagreement over his activity on the social networking site Twitter.
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Strasburg's fate to be decided Saturday
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* The Nationals will hold a meeting on Saturday morning to determine if Stephen Strasburg will go to Minor League camp.
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* Seattle's Lee has ab strain; DL a possibility
* Nathan to play catch, but specifics unknown
* Street's shoulder has no structural damage
* Hoffman looks healthy, ready in debut
* KC clobbers Arizona behind Anderson cycle
* MLB attempts to pick up the pace
* Mariners' Bradley tossed from second straight game
* Mariners' Fister exits after being struck on forearm
* Johan's left arm does all the talking
* Matusz quickly making a name for himself
* Bauman: Rox in good hands with Tracy
* Kendrick not making rotation decision easy
* Matusz, relief corps one-hit Phillies
* Attacking style suits Morales
* Sandoval exits with cut on shin
* Pineiro feeling fine following scary collision
* Phillies bullpen picture slowly coming into focus
* Proctor perfect in first game since 2008
* Mariners' Figgins, Lopez to try old positions
* Gonzalez pleased after pain-free performance
* Buehrle's durability not lost on White Sox
* Sizemore, Cabrera show off good health
* O's Roberts cleared to get back to action
* D-backs' rotation unsettled without Webb
* Spring Training hardly a harbinger for pitchers
* Danks focuses on work, not results
* Dice-K set for Minor League start Sunday
* Reyes' calling could be in Braves' bullpen

[Noahsark22]

Guillen's son resigns from White Sox
Ozzie to Oney: 'Hey kid we are behind you. No matter what.'



By Scott Merkin / MLB.com

03/19/10 10:15 PM ET

GLENDALE, Ariz. -- White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen chose to take a day to gather his thoughts and opted not to meet with the media following Friday's 8-4 loss to the Cubs, but it had nothing to do with the final score.

Earlier in the day, his middle son, Oney, resigned from the organization. Oney had worked in the White Sox Minor League department, and his resignation was believed to have been related to a difference of opinion regarding the use of Twitter to post remarks about the club.

Oney said his Twitter account was being watched by the organization, which is standard operating procedure for sports teams in this day and age. The ballclub had asked him to be aware that media members were following his comments. After his resignation, Oney posted several more tweets with critical messages aimed at the White Sox organization.

GM Kenny Williams declined to comment on Oney's resignation when asked via e-mail earlier in the day, saying it was best for Ozzie and Oney to weigh in on the situation first, and then he would speak up if he felt the need. When Ozzie left without talking to the media, Williams -- who had a five-minute postgame discussion with Ibis Guillen, Ozzie's wife and Oney's mother, just outside the White Sox complex -- said there was "no need for comment."

Ozzie later asked for understanding from the Chicago media via a tweet of his own: "I extremely apologize to the Chicago media from the bottom of my heart, but it wasn't the right time for me to talk and hope this doesn't ... tomorrow is another day. Hope this doesn't affect our relationship."

He also tweeted support for Oney, saying: "Hey kid we are behind you. No matter what."

[Noahsark22]

March 20, 2010

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Hernandez sparkles in second outing
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* Felix Hernandez looked every bit the ace Saturday in his longest outing of the spring, five innings, and shut out the Arizona Diamondbacks on two hits.
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Bauman: Washington faces tough task
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* The revelation of Ron Washington's 2009 drug use has nothing to do with the tough challenge facing the Rangers manager.
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* Tribe's Wood may be sidelined two months
* Strasburg sent to Minor League camp
* Wainwright hits the corners in solid outing
* Selig says he is open to realignment
* Tulowitzki quick to overcome slow starts
* Guillen realizes son had to move on
* Seattle's Lee has ab strain; DL a possibility
* Jenks scratched from scheduled appearance
* Navarro dodges serious injury in collision
* Haren finds rhythm after rocky start
* Liriano to remain a starter -- for now
* Ryan shows no rust in Grapefruit debut
* Reds closer Cordero enjoying smooth spring
* Many prospects showing promise in camps
* Gutierrez gives Felix all he needs
* Kazmir rounding into form for Angels
* Tigers get better of Halladay, Phillies
* Marlins' Volstad delivers in rotation bid
* Mets' starters see progress, bullpen shaky
* Gotay rips walk-off; Wainwright dazzles
* Phillies' Polanco aiming to play Sunday
* Cubs move Castro, Snyder to Minors
* Russell may be Padres' final puzzle piece
* Race heats up for Cleveland rotation spots
* Zaun honing new approach at the plate
* Mariners rebound after day of bad news
* Church finds new lease on life with Bucs
* Mock has day of firsts vs. Marlins

[Noahsark22]

March 21, 2010

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Nathan to have Tommy John surgery
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* Twins closer Joe Nathan told reporters Sunday morning that he will undergo Tommy John ligament replacement surgery on his right elbow as soon as possible.
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Dice-K pleased after first spring outing
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* Taking another incremental step toward his return, Red Sox right-hander Daisuke Matsuzaka took the two-mile ride to the Minor League complex on Sunday morning, where he faced hitters in a game situation for the first time since the end of last season.
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* Navarro says he's OK for Opening Day
* Morgan returning to lineup on Thursday
* Reds' Volquez begins throwing off mound
* Oswalt gets in work despite rain
* Seattle's Hernandez sparkles in second start
* Rays' rotation could be finalized soon
* Bauman: Washington faces tough task
* Tribe's Wood may be sidelined two months
* Pedroia, Cameron go deep in loss
* Jurrjens to get his work in on Monday
* Sunday's rainout changes Tigers' plans
* Selig says he is open to realignment
* Strasburg sent to Minor League camp
* Wainwright hits the corners in solid outing
* Tulowitzki quick to overcome slow starts
* Jays-Red Sox tilt washed away by rain
* Guillen realizes son had to move on
* Seattle's Lee has ab strain; DL a possibility
* Twins break out big bats vs. Rays
* Dodgers' Harris stable after bypass
* Braves' bullpen competition heating up
* Jenks scratched from scheduled appearance
* Better curveball equals better Sheets
* Nationals upend Marlins in slugfest
* Navarro dodges serious injury in collision
* Haren finds rhythm after rocky start
* Liriano to remain a starter -- for now
* Ryan shows no rust in Grapefruit debut

[Noahsark22]

March 22, 2010

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Pujols has MRI, anti-inflammatory shot
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* Albert Pujols underwent an MRI exam and received an anti-inflammatory shot on Monday after the slugger was scratched from the Cardinals' home game against the Red Sox due to a recurrence of tightness in his lower back.
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Reds being cautious with Chapman's back
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* The only thing the Reds could see from the dugout on Monday was that Aroldis Chapman wasn't himself on the mound. They were surprised when they learned the reason why.
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* Lidge builds strength with Minors outing
* Martinez happy for Mauer, wants to stay put
* Opening Day just two weeks away
* Bodley: Yanks all about ball these days
* A-Rod to meet with feds Friday about doctor
* Holliday's return a comfort for Cards
* Santana salutes Twins for signing Mauer
* Duchscherer sharp in spring debut for A's
* Sim outings a step for a few Yanks
* Jurrjens' shoulder worries all but forgotten
* Matsui makes outfield debut for Halos
* Will Mauer deal affect talks for Fielder?
* Meche stiff after outing, but not worried
* Samardzija left to await word on role
* All signs point to Inge ready for opener
* Mauer inks eight-year extension with Twins
* Rays' Price in right frame of mind this spring
* Saunders feels positive about start
* Carmona continues to show standout form
* Huff proving to be two-dimensional
* Dodgers sorting out collection of arms
* Iannetta maintaining spirit of September
* Rangers notes: Hamilton out for dental work
* After Ozzie tells Oney enough talk
* Another step forward for D-Train, Robertson
* Rockies' O'Dowd building consistency
* Phils' Opening Day staff grows clearer
* Lilly uses all pitches in simulated game

[Noahsark22]

March 23, 2010

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Mauer, Twins make commitment official
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* Using the same pen he used to sign his rookie contract in 2001, Joe Mauer inked his name on the dotted line and made official his eight-year, $184 million contract extension.
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Harper keeping future in perspective
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* Bryce Harper would very much like to be just one of the guys, just one cog in a championship-caliber junior college team. He's also smart enough to understand that wish might not be so realistic.
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* Pujols has MRI, anti-inflammatory shot
* Reds being cautious with Chapman's back
* Mauer deal a positive sign for Twins
* Bodley: Yanks all about ball these days
* A-Rod to meet with feds Friday about doctor
* Martinez happy for Mauer, wants to stay put
* Lidge builds strength with Minors outing
* Beimel agrees to Minors deal with Rockies
* Opening Day just two weeks away
* Holliday's return a comfort for Cards
* Santana salutes Twins for signing Mauer
* Marlins release right-hander MacDougal
* Duchscherer sharp in spring debut for A's
* Sim outings a step for a few Yanks
* Jurrjens' shoulder worries all but forgotten
* Matsui makes outfield debut for Halos
* Will Mauer deal affect talks for Fielder?
* Meche stiff after outing, but not worried
* Samardzija left to await word on role
* All signs point to Inge ready for opener
* After Ozzie tells Oney enough talk
* Rays' Price in right frame of mind this spring
* Saunders feels positive about start
* Carmona continues to show standout form
* Huff proving to be two-dimensional
* Dodgers sorting out collection of arms
* Iannetta maintaining spirit of September
* Rangers notes: Hamilton out for dental work

[Mr Scott]

Good year for Twins fans - signing of the "hometown hero", aka Baby Jesus, and outdoor baseball this year! The loss of Nathan hurts a lot, but maybe the run support won't require us to have the best closer in the game.

[Noahsark22]

	Quote: Originally Posted by Mr Scott
	Good year for Twins fans - signing of the "hometown hero", aka Baby Jesus, and outdoor baseball this year! The loss of Nathan hurts a lot, but maybe the run support won't require us to have the best closer in the game.

I was so thrilled when I saw they signed him for so long. I was certain he would end up a Yankee. Of course I wish he would get traded to the Mets.

[Mr Scott]

It would have been PR suicide for them to let him go to the Yankees. I don't think they really had a choice. And they SHOULD have signed him - factoring in his offensive prowess, he's easily the best catcher in the game.

[Noahsark22]

I agree fine sir. I agree.






























He would still look better in a Mets' uniform though. I might be a little biased though.






I am glad he was able to stay with the Twins since that is his hometown.

[Noahsark22]

arch 24, 2010

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Reyes returns, works out at Mets camp
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* A 75-minute workout on Wednesday left Jose Reyes huffing and puffing, but his return to training after missing time with a thyroid condition most certainly has the Mets breathing easier.
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Pedroia gets clean bill of health
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* Dustin Pedroia had X-rays on his sprained left wrist Wednesday morning and the results were just what the Red Sox had hoped -- the star second baseman is fine.
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* LCS scheduling format condensed
* Reds playing wait and see with Chapman
* D-backs' Upton exits after spraining ankle
* Strasburg solid in intrasquad Minors game
* Rangers focused on Kinsler's recovery
* Beckett buckles down as season nears
* McCann sees results of adjusted swing
* New ballparks can mean new hope for teams
* No decision on Yankees' fifth starter
* Niese closes in on Mets' rotation spot
* Smoltz inching closer to retiring
* Phils not worried by Ibanez's struggles
* Hudson cementing status as staff ace
* Jenks records another scoreless outing
* Reds' Dickerson lets his play make case
* Cards' rotation race remains uncertain
* Cubs' Marshall makes case for rotation
* Angels' Pineiro cruises in fourth start
* Tigers' Porcello, Perry learn ropes together
* Weiner discusses realignment with Rays
* Few, but good, surprises for White Sox GM
* Ellsbury's evolution far from complete
* Mariners rotation riddled with questions
* Dotel feels 'perfecto' following debut with Bucs
* Orioles' Tejada's probation extended
* Cards' Molina exits with strained oblique
* A-Rod: 'Nothing to add' about fed meeting
* Gooden charged with driving on drugs

[Noahsark22]

March 25, 2010

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Roberts to make spring debut Friday
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* Orioles second baseman Brian Roberts, recovering from a herniated disc in his lower back, hopes to play five innings and get three at-bats vs. the Twins.
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Padilla named Opening Day starter
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* Vicente Padilla, who has resurrected his career since being picked up off waivers last summer, will start for the Dodgers on Opening Day vs. the Pirates at PNC Park on April 5.
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* Hughes the winner of Yanks' rotation spot
* Gammons: Reds dream big with Chapman
* Rasmus scratched with bruised knee
* Church targets weekend for return to Bucs
* Rays' final 'pen spot battle down to wire
* Cards' Molina questionable for Opening Day
* Mariners assign Carp to Minor Leagues
* Injuries interrupting Ross' prep time
* Reyes returns, works out at Mets camp
* Bauman: Mauer pact is exception to rule
* Pedroia gets clean bill of health
* LCS scheduling format condensed
* Kuroda, Lindblom on display for Dodgers
* Orioles' Arrieta reassigned to Minors camp
* D-backs' Upton exits after spraining ankle
* Reds playing wait and see with Chapman
* Gaudin unconditionally released by Yanks
* Beckett buckles down as season nears
* Strasburg solid in intrasquad Minors game
* McCann sees results of adjusted swing
* New ballparks can mean new hope for teams
* Rangers focused on Kinsler's recovery
* Niese closes in on Mets' rotation spot
* Phils not worried by Ibanez's struggles
* Start shows Vazquez is ready for season
* Hudson cementing status as staff ace
* Jenks records another scoreless outing
* Affeldt comes to terms with Giants

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March 26, 2010

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Lee out of action for five days
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* Any chance of Cliff Lee starting the season in the Mariners rotation has been wiped out, but there remains a possible that he could be ready soon enough in the season to prevent him from going on the DL.
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Oswalt to be examined in Houston
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* Astros right-hander Roy Oswalt left Friday's game against the Pirates after four innings with a mild hamstring strain and will be flown to Houston to be examined Monday by team medical director David Lintner.
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* A-Rod says he did not meet with investigators
* Easy decision: Heyward makes Braves
* Griffey sinks Reds with walk-off slam
* Red Sox unveil rotation; Beckett up first
* Reds' Chapman long-tosses without pain
* Kinsler hopes to be ready by Opening Day
* Pedroia gets extra day to rest wrist
* Gorzelanny, Silva join Cubs' rotation
* Torre leaning to DeWitt at second base
* Knee contusion latest setback for Lowell
* Beckham day-to-day after scratched start
* Chipper: Heyward's ready for big time
* Abreu imparts wisdom to Angels hitters
* Injuries leave few worries in Cards' camp
* Astros being cautious with injured players
* Tribe close to giving Talbot rotation spot
* Red Sox acquire Frandsen, Schoeneweis
* Frasor closing in on Jays' closing duties
* Jays' Morrow encouraged after 'pen session
* Royals plot backup plan for rotation
* Braves suspend prospect pitcher Heath
* Marlins' Johnson sits with stomach virus
* Batista to be Nationals' long man
* Giants' Wilson may get extension with Affeldt
* Jays' Overbay suffers knee contusion
* Sarfate, Bell, Snyder cut by Orioles
* Marlins send lefty Miller to Minors
* Lannan ready for Nats' season to start

[Noahsark22]

March 27, 2010

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Rangers tab Feldman for opener
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* The Rangers have set their starting rotation, optioning pitchers Brandon McCarthy and Derek Holland to Triple-A Oklahoma City and naming Scott Feldman as their Opening Day starter.
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Seay on DL with rotator cuff tear
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* Tigers reliever Bobby Seay said Saturday morning that he has a torn left rotator cuff, but he will try to rehab through the injury rather than undergo surgery that could threaten his career.
* More

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* Marlins' Johnson not set back by flu
* Seattle's Lee out of action for five days
* Oswalt to be examined in Houston
* Lincecum still working out kinks
* Big Z sparkles, but Marmol has work to do
* A-Rod says he did not meet with investigators
* Easy decision: Heyward makes Braves
* Walk-off slam perks up Griffey
* Red Sox unveil rotation; Beckett up first
* Kinsler hopes to be ready by Opening Day
* Greinke finds touch with his command
* Joba ready to embrace relief role
* O's Roberts strikes out three times in debut
* Knee contusion latest setback for Lowell
* Reds' Chapman long-tosses without pain
* Nathan undergoes Tommy John surgery
* Harden regaining overpowering velocity
* Pedroia gets extra day to rest wrist
* Dodgers shut down Kuo with sore elbow
* Beckham day-to-day after scratched start
* Moyer issues bold statement in baffling Yanks
* Gorzelanny, Silva join Cubs' rotation
* Outing offers Garland plenty of relief
* Chipper: Heyward's ready for big time
* Injuries leave few worries in Cards' camp
* Astros being cautious with injured players
* Talbot named to Tribe's rotation
* Figueroa may have secured spot on Mets

[Noahsark22]

March 28, 2010

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Nolasco has another nearly perfect day
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* The way Ricky Nolasco has thrown all spring -- and especially on Sunday -- it is easy to understand why 4,274 at Roger Dean Stadium were on their feet when the righty exited with one out in the eighth inning.
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Giants ink new deals with pitching trio
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* The Giants have signed pitchers Jeremy Affeldt, Matt Cain and Brian Wilson to contract extensions, the team announced Sunday.
* More

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* Chapman effective in Minors game
* Twins to go with closer-by-committee
* Colvin makes Cubs' Opening Day roster
* Opinions surrounding Joba's future differ
* Branyan to open season on 15-day DL
* Byrd on Bradley: 'He's a perfectionist'
* Heyward scratched with shin splints
* Padres tab Garland for Opening Day
* Mariners like Bradley in cleanup spot
* Dempster sets tone for '10 in strong outing
* La Russa not ready to name fifth starter
* Meche feeling good after testing shoulder
* A's bullpen dealing with the injury bug
* Pelfrey getting ready for 'crunch time'
* Ability to adjust gives Buchholz boost
* Pettitte, Yankees unable to thwart rain
* Gaudin signs on with Athletics
* Royals send Bullington to Minors camp
* Desmond named Nats' starting shortstop
* Belisario insists he's ready to pitch
* Jays cut ties with veteran Gathright
* D-backs' Jackson held out with sore groin
* 'Loopy' JJ to throw 'pen session Monday
* Interest in Tigers pitching has picked up
* Bucs' Taschner a frontrunner for 'pen spot
* White Sox look to expand Williams' role
* Ludwick exits game with left shin bruise
* Wellemeyer apparent Giants rotation winner

[Noahsark22]

March 29, 2010

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Oswalt OK for opener after back injection
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* Astros right-hander Roy Oswalt will be able to make his club-record eighth consecutive Opening Day start in a week after getting an injection into his lower back during an examination by a back specialist Monday in Houston.
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Reyes takes BP as Mets weigh options
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* Jose Reyes took batting practice Monday, and reported feeling good afterward. But the Mets have weighed the option of assigning Reyes to the disabled list. They can back date him to March 26, but no earlier.
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* Obama to throw first pitch at Nats' opener
* Girardi intrigued by 'switch-pitcher'
* Gammons: Six teams to watch
* Bodley: Cox ready to walk away after '10
* Dice-K, Bonser face hitters in simulated game
* Hit on right arm, Teixeira 'bruised'
* Lee's hearing with MLB postponed
* Angels' Pineiro thrives behind solid 'D'
* Danks gets feel for his full repertoire
* Granderson getting first taste of rivalry
* Uehara expects to start year on DL
* MLB Network to air 30 games in April
* Young on brink of Rangers' hit record
* Strasburg's first game will be April 11
* Dodgers look to open with 11 pitchers
* Injuries continue to plague Royals
* Slowey has confidence in health, pitches
* Boston's Tazawa has right elbow examined
* Royals' Soria shakes off rough spring outing
* A's get good news out of the bullpen
* Cy winners getting Younger all the time
* Macha gives Gallardo Opening Day nod
* Carpenter gets Opening Day assignment
* Millwood gets O's Opening Day nod
* Rockies' Beimel has stellar Cactus debut
* Cubs' Lilly being readied for return
* Ondrusek standing tall in Reds camp
* Rays' Howell pleased with rehab progress

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March 30, 2010

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Kinsler likely to start season on DL
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* All signs point to Rangers second baseman Ian Kinsler starting the season on the disabled list with a sprained right ankle.
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Switch-pitching Venditte debuts with NY
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* For Pat Venditte, coming out of the bullpen to relieve CC Sabathia against the Braves at Champion Stadium represented a huge opportunity to showcase his stuff -- with both arms -- while hopefully proving that this can be more than just a popular Minor League gimmick.
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* Moyer named fifth starter; Kendrick to 'pen
* Chapman looks to be headed to Minors
* Disabled list claims Brewers' Suppan
* Every game live through Yankees on YES
* Kelly relishes first start with Red Sox
* Cubs set roster, part ways with Millar
* Freese claims Cardinals' third-base job
* Tigers, Marlins complete swap of hurlers
* Lidge's velocity remains a little low
* Mets enact some 'Reyes Rules'
* Berkman's knee swells after workout
* Wakefield sharp in Minors tuneup
* Sherrill adjusting his delivery
* Aardsma ready to pick up where he left off
* Dice-K feels fine after simulated game
* Cabrera helps out Willis in Tigers' win
* Lee leads Astros' offense in victory
* Red Sox, Rays battle their way to tie
* Volstad sparks Marlins with arm, bat
* Stults to Japan imminent, LA teammates say
* Cuts clear up Pirates' bullpen makeup
* Teixeira seeks treatment for sore elbow
* Oswalt OK for opener after back injection
* Marlins' bullpen picture coming into focus
* Yankees' Aceves day-to-day
* Towles makes Astros amid nine cuts
* AL Central may come down to wire again
* NL Central deep, dangerous, balanced

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[kevin_msu]

Tigers paid off nate robertson and sent him to the marlins...
GAH

[Noahsark22]

arch 31, 2010

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Facing Jays, Doc digs in after rough first
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* The Blue Jays got the best of Roy Halladay early in the 5-2 victory over the Phillies. Halladay allowed four runs and five hits in the first. "I wasn't aggressive," he said of his first-inning struggles.
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Span hits mom with foul ball
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* Twins outfielder Denard Span struck his mother, Wanda Wilson, in the chest with a foul ball while batting in the first inning on Wednesday at George M. Steinbrenner Field.
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* Mariners' Lee has pain-free throwing session
* Reyes to begin season on disabled list
* Beckett, Red Sox 'getting close' to extension
* D-backs' team physician reassures Webb
* Kinsler says he's starting season on DL
* Lincecum pleased with final tuneup
* Berkman to DL, will miss opener
* Greinke shaky in tuneup, looks ahead
* Chapman spins two pain-free innings
* Program of Rockies' Street delayed
* Zambrano raring to go for Opening Day
* Verlander unconcerned about mechanics
* Phillies' Blanton tweaks left oblique muscle
* Lester, Martinez primed to begin season
* Rockies make final Tucson memories
* Lidge gets cortisone shot in right elbow
* After slow start, Lowell getting into a rhythm
* Piniella plots sharing plan for Cubs outfield
* Roberts plays in third straight game for O's
* Mets' Murphy to miss two to six weeks
* Reds' Leake making hard run at rotation spot
* Mets reshuffle rotation for first week
* Weaver makes case to start opener
* Hughes to make first Yanks start on April 15
* Youkilis OK after fouling ball off right knee
* Marlins officially cement five-man rotation
* Broken finger sidelines Jays' Rzepczynski
* Andruw wishes to roam center field

[Noahsark22]

pril 1, 2010

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Webb receives cortisone injection
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* Brandon Webb received an injection of cortisone in his right shoulder Wednesday following a visit with D-backs team physician Michael Lee and will rest before resuming activity.
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Twins excited to christen their new home
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* Justin Morneau has grown accustomed to the routine of returning from Spring Training and heading to the Metrodome for the Twins' first workout or their first game.
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* Blanton on DL with strained left oblique
* Rangers acquire Garko via waiver claim
* Right-hander Lackey healthy, raring to go
* Orioles add infield depth, acquire Lugo
* Frankie heads home for personal reasons
* MLB's Levin to retire at end of year
* Teixeira tests elbow, feels fine
* Francis pleased with final spring outing
* McGwire entertains fans by taking BP
* Tazawa faces Tommy John surgery
* Lilly slated to make third start Sunday
* Blalock decision looms for Rays
* Rangers confirm Kinsler to start on DL
* Burnett ends spring on high note
* Penny powers up in last spring start
* Guillen puts Cox in class of his own
* Gregg content with Jays' closer decision
* Braves' clubhouse camaraderie at all-time high
* Hawksworth set to return Saturday
* Stavinoha, Craig, Mather make Cards' roster
* Mariners' Olson sent to Minors
* KC's Meche pitches without stiffness
* Ricketts itching to get season under way
* Robertson excited to anchor Marlins' rotation
* Gardenhire sets Opening Day lineup
* Miner's rehab progressing slowly
* Huff claims Indians' final rotation spot
* Sweeney set to break camp with Mariners

[Noahsark22]

April 2, 2010

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Twins thrilled to break in new home
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* The Twins made themselves at home at Target Field for the first time on Friday against the Cards, with fans and players alike welcoming the return of outdoor baseball to Minnesota.
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Rangers ink Feldman to two-year extension
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* The Rangers signed right-handed starter Scott Feldman to a two-year, $11.5 contract extension with an option for a third season on Friday.
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* MLB.com roars into action for 10th season
* All-Star pitcher Cuellar passes away
* A-Rod confirms meeting MLB agents
* Fans to pick People All-Stars Among Us
* MLB Network gearing up for second year
* At Bat for iPad is available now at App Store
* Giants send Posey to Triple-A
* Rockies' Francis headed to 15-day disabled list
* Kinsler takes a couple of days off
* Target Field draws rave reviews from fans
* Cardinals impressed by Target Field
* Heyward set to honor fallen teammate
* After exiting, Yanks' Johnson day-to-day
* Reds anoint Leake as fifth starter
* Twins tab Rauch as Nathan's replacement
* Cubs' Lilly prefers to rehab at Triple-A
* Crew's Hart unworried by trade rumors
* Stanton continues to impress Marlins
* Manuel wants consistency from pitchers
* Sanches injures hamstring in Marlins' loss
* Piniella wants more out of Soto
* Anderson returns to Anaheim with Dodgers
* Figueroa, Carter among Mets' six cuts
* Schoeneweis ecstatic to head to Boston
* Rockies' Corpas confident he can be relied upon
* Nats' Olsen makes case for rotation spot
* Conrad, Reyes land on Braves' roster
* Garko joins Rangers

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April 3, 2010

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Lind, Jays reach four-year deal
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* The Blue Jays have signed Adam Lind to a four-year contract worth $18 million, making it clear that the organization views the budding slugger as an integral piece within its long-term vision.The Blue Jays have signed Adam Lind to a four-year contract worth $18 million, making it clear that the organization views the budding slugger as an integral piece within its long-term vision.
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Rangers likely to split catching duties
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* Jarrod Saltalamacchia is likely to be the Rangers' Opening Day catcher, but it appears that he and Taylor Teagarden are going to share the duties this season.
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* Uehara placed on DL with hamstring strain
* Rockies' Smith slides into rotation spot
* Mock declared Nationals' fifth starter
* Bradley leaves game vs. Rockies
* Uggla back for Marlins after being plunked
* At Bat with GDA a new summer tradition
* Irreplaceable players carry teams' fates
* Broxton isn't concerned with dip in velocity
* A's Crisp head to DL with fractured finger
* East meets West in Goodyear
* 2010 promises to bring records, milestones
* Braves finalize roster including McLouth
* Ryal edges Roberts for final roster spot
* Twins' Condrey to start season on DL
* MLB.com roars into action for 10th season
* Fans to pick People All-Stars Among Us
* At Bat for iPad is available now at App Store
* Twins thrilled to break in new home
* All-Star pitcher Cuellar passes away
* MLB Network gearing up for second year
* A-Rod confirms meeting MLB agents
* Rangers sign Feldman to two-year extension
* Giants send Posey to Triple-A
* Rockies' Francis bound for 15-day disabled list
* Kinsler takes a couple of days off
* Target Field draws rave reviews from fans
* Span steals show at Target Field
* Heyward set to honor fallen teammate

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April 4, 2010

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Duel at The K: Greinke, Verlander unwrap '10
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* There may be no better pitching matchup Monday than Kansas City's Zack Greinke versus Detroit's Justin Verlander. Both ace hurlers appreciate their opponent's mound mastery.
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Amid hype, Doc determined to deliver
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* All the attention has turned Roy Halladay's Opening Day start for the Phillies on Monday afternoon against the Nationals at Nationals Park into one of the most hyped debuts in Phillies history. But he is over the hype. He is ready to get to work.
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* Oswalt, Lincecum blazed similar trails
* Season's first pitch just history for Buehrle
* Carpenter automatic pick to begin season
* Johan eager for Opening Day at Citi
* Felix looks to build off breakout campaign
* MLB.TV | At Bat | Audio | MLB.com Guide
* Pedro returns to Fenway for first pitch
* Lee placed on 15-day disabled list
* Lidge throws in bullpen without issue
* Rangers place Kinsler on disabled list
* Nationals eager to meet President Obama
* Frankie rejoins Mets, vows to be focused
* Red Sox place Dice-K on disabled list
* Top 10 things to look for in 2010
* Opening Day is full of possibilities
* Examining Opening Day history
* Manny approaching milestones in 2010
* Nats' Dunn hopes extension gets settled soon
* Red Sox's newcomers soak in Fenway experience
* Eighth may not be Joba's alone
* Rivalry, not Fenway, new to Granderson
* Blalock accepts assignment to Durham
* Herndon 'pumped up' to be on Phils' roster
* Nats' Rizzo gives explanation on Olsen, Mock
* Nats place Wang, three others on DL
* Molina on Cards' Opening Day roster
* McLouth cleared to play in Braves' opener

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April 5, 2010

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Heyward adds to legend in first at-bat
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* Jason Heyward's legend grew even larger on Monday afternoon when the Braves phenom drilled a three-run homer on the first swing of his Major League career.
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Lincecum dazzling in opening victory
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* Tim Lincecum remained in control for seven innings, and five different Giants drove in runs Monday as San Francisco claimed a 5-2 season-opening victory over the Houston Astros.
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* Buehrle's wizardry reaches another level
* Opening power: Pujols homers twice in win
* Halladay has 'blast' in first Phils start
* Rangers thwart no-hit bid, walk off
* Beckett, Red Sox complete deal through '14
* MLB.TV | At Bat | Audio | MLB.com Guide
* Bad call adds to Cubs' Opening Day woes
* Colby makes his D Rasmus-see TV
* Bucs' Jones picks up where he left off
* Lee plans to throw off mound Wednesday
* Jimenez handles Brewers in opening win
* Slick baseballs in Cincy a concern to Carp
* Wright homers, Johan shines in Mets win
* Six-run seventh turns Tigers into victors
* Haren in control as D-backs roll by Padres
* Feller's Opening Day no-hitter stands alone
* All-Stars launch 2010 season into orbit
* Red Sox pitching locked up through 2014
* Brewers keep Fielder discussions in-house
* Obama delivers first pitch in Washington
* Marcum flirts with no-no before Jays fall
* Westmoreland making significant gains
* Stewart shows wisdom on 25th birthday
* Kazmir 'very surprised' to start on DL
* Buehrle steers Opening Day win
* Pedro aiming to pitch again in 2010
* Phils pound Nats in Doc's sharp debut
* Heyward, McCann power Braves past Cubs

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pril 6, 2010

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Patient Yanks eke out win at Fenway
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* Tied in the eighth on Tuesday, the Yanks benefited from a two-out Red Sox error, then took the lead for good when Nick Johnson worked a bases-loaded walk to set up a 6-4 victory.
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First full slate pushes season into bloom
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* Sunday was Opening Night and Monday was Opening Day, but all 15 Major League teams are in action on the same date for the first time today, kicking the 2010 campaign into gear.
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* Rays take opener on Crawford's walk-off hit
* Zito helps Giants take second from Houston
* Ellis delivers walk-off win for A's
* Longoria rips one of Trop's longest homers
* Chapman to make U.S. pro debut Sunday
* MLB.TV | At Bat | Audio | MLB.com Guide
* With longevity, Yanks' core sets mark
* Three homers power Twins to first win
* McGehee's shot propels Crew past Rockies
* Padres' Young shuts down D-backs
* For inspiration, Joba turns to Smoltz
* Berkman unsure of timetable for return
* Ichiro eligible for Hall consideration
* Phils' Hamels ready for 2010 rebound
* Rehabbing Francis throws with no pain
* Francona, players excited for Beckett
* 'New guys' earn Citi faithful's good will
* Maddux's mentoring proving valuable to Cubs
* Jurrjens, Hanson carry Braves' pitching legacy
* Schoeneweis revels in Duke's title
* Former teammates happy to see Pedro
* Felix extends streak of quality starts
* Players Association says salaries are up
* Rosters showcase foreign-born players
* Twins get good news on Condrey
* Dodgers turn focus to young starting duo
* Reyes plays complete game in Florida
* Brewers owner responds to Levine's comments

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April 7, 2010

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Brewers rally past Rockies for series win
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* The Brewers overcame two early three-run deficits for a 5-4 win Wednesday vs. the Rockies at Miller Park. Pinch-hitter Jody Gerut capped the comeback with an RBI double in the sixth.
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Giants complete sweep of Astros
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* Juan Uribe and Aaron Rowand contributed big hits to a two-run uprising in the eighth inning that broke a tie and led the Giants to a 10-4 victory Wednesday over the Houston Astros, completing a three-game series sweep.
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* Lackey doesn't need motivation vs. Yanks
* Phils' Hamels ready for 2010 rebound
* Reds, MLB excited for Civil Rights Weekend
* O's outright Andino to Triple-A Norfolk
* Phils claim Figueroa off waivers from Mets
* Mays, King, Belafonte are Beacon honorees
* Hoffman's countdown to 600 continues
* Berkman hopes to debut next week
* Brewers tab Suppan as fifth starter
* Peavy, Carmona each bring intrigue
* Kershaw, Dodgers out to stop Bucs
* The Rundown: The other Cabrera
* Tracy rests several Rockies regulars
* Hechavarria expected in Jays camp soon
* First full slate pushes season into bloom
* Rays take opener on Crawford's walk-off hit
* Patient Yanks eke out win at Fenway
* Zito helps Giants take second from Houston
* Ellis delivers walk-off win for A's
* Chapman to make U.S. pro debut Sunday
* Longoria rips one of Trop's longest homers
* With longevity, Yanks' core sets mark
* Three homers power Twins to first win
* McGehee's shot propels Crew past Rockies
* Padres' Young shuts down D-backs
* For inspiration, Joba turns to Smoltz
* Big Papi miffed at scrutiny on slow start
* Berkman unsure of timetable for return

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April 8, 2010

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Wells delivers Cubs first win of season
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* Marlon Byrd smacked his second homer and rookie Tyler Colvin hit the first of his Major League career to back Randy Wells and lift the Cubs to a 2-0 victory Thursday over the Atlanta Braves.
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Pain of Adenhart's loss sticks with Halos
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* For Jered Weaver and all of those who knew Angels prospect Nick Adenhart -- people who cheered him, were touched by him, who couldn't wait to see him deliver on all that potential -- his death one year ago remains all too painfully vivid.
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* Wells packing punch at right time for Jays
* Reds walk off on Gomes' homer in ninth
* A's get defensive: Davis, Suzuki shine
* Decision on Reyes' return to come Friday
* Brewers ink Gallardo to five-year extension
* Niemann day to day with shoulder contusion
* Willis' start sets up Cabrera's late homer
* Chipper day-to-day with oblique injury
* Sluggish offense hurting Rangers
* Marlins ride Robertson to series victory
* Orioles rally to hold off Rays, deny sweep
* Cabrera continues to give Royals fits
* Cabrera, Sizemore give Tribe win in extras
* Belliard's big day keys Dodgers vs. Bucs
* Zimmerman's clutch RBI double lifts Nats
* Rollins baffled by Phillies' trade of Lee
* Mariners' Moore victim of obscure rule
* Sticking with Romero pays off for Jays
* Anderson, defense lead A's past Mariners
* Thome missed, well respected by White Sox
* Vazquez excited to resume career with Yanks
* Ethier sidelined by sore left ankle
* Astros not panicking about offensive woes
* Sore back to delay Lilly's throwing session
* Bonser, Embree pitch in Minors game
* Salty returns to Rangers' disabled list
* Wood targeting bullpen session
* Cool Porcello ready for home opener

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April 9, 2010

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Opportunistic Tigers win home opener
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* There weren't a lot of offensive fireworks for the Tigers in their home opener Friday, but they made the most of their opportunities -- and the Indians' mistakes -- for a 5-2 win.
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Roberts exits game with abdominal strain
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* Orioles second baseman Brian Robrets exited Friday's home opener against the Blue Jays prior to the second inning with a strained abdominal muscle.
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* Chipper hoping to return Sunday
* Heyward's monster shot revised to 451 feet
* Manuel indicates Reyes joining Mets tomorrow
* Padres' Young to miss home opener
* Splitter key to Bonderman's comeback
* Pie expected to play this weekend for O's
* Giants set to honor Lincecum
* Guillen, White Sox celebrate 25 memorable years
* Hanley, Coghlan part of opener festivities
* Wells packing punch at right time for Jays
* Pain of Adenhart's loss sticks with Halos
* Female knuckler Yoshida to play in Minors
* Fantasy Rundown: Wells, here we go
* Wells delivers Cubs first win of season
* Westmoreland family expresses gratitude
* A's get defensive: Davis, Suzuki shine
* Reds walk off on Gomes' homer in ninth
* Brewers ink Gallardo to five-year extension
* Niemann day to day with shoulder contusion
* Chipper day to day with oblique injury
* TWIB takes fans inside CC's home
* Twins power their way past Angels
* Cabrera, Sizemore give Tribe win in extras
* Marlins ride Robertson to series victory
* Orioles rally to hold off Rays, deny sweep
* Cabrera continues to give Royals fits
* Sluggish offense hurting Rangers
* Belliard's big day keys Dodgers vs. Bucs

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April 10, 2010

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CC falls just short in bid for no-hit history
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* Ace left-hander CC Sabathia chased history for 7 2/3 innings, but Rays catcher Kelly Shoppach's single to left field broke up Sabathia's no-hitter in a 10-0 Yankees victory.
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Beckett, bats, bench pace Red Sox
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* Facing the AL's reigning Cy Young Award winner isn't the ideal scenario when the task at hand is to erase a three-game losing streak. But the Red Sox not only did so, but they accomplished their mission in a fashion that was both emphatic and satisfying.
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* Manny reaches 2,500-hits milestone
* Reyes rusty, but flashes talent in Mets return
* Big Z rides three homers to victory
* Matsui's big night ends in walk-off win
* Kubel's clutch shot gives Baker, Twins win
* Astros open Urban Youth Academy
* Lowell contemplating retirement after season
* CC's gem nearly early-season rarity
* Webb to play catch Monday
* Strasburg's journey begins Sunday
* Garcia's return is triumphant for Cards
* Eveland delivers Jays to fourth straight
* Howard's homer delivers win to Moyer
* Gutierrez saves the day with leaping grab
* Nats eke out win after Harris' great grab
* Marlins rally in ninth to stun Dodgers
* Cervelli enriched by catching CC's gem
* Berkman could return after road trip
* Bonderman impressive in Tigers' win
* Pirates' bullpen sparkles vs. D-backs
* Nats' Harris finds way to frustrate Mets
* Matsuzaka shines in first rehab start
* A-Rod notches 1,000th hit as a Yankee
* Mariners stun Rangers with late rally
* Yankees' defense has CC's back in bid
* Giants fete Lincecum for Cy Young Award
* Day-after reports on Lee are good
* Zimmerman day-to-day with tight hamstring

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April 11, 2010

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Doc goes distance, outduels Oswalt
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* With a complete-game gem, Roy Halladay on Sunday helped the Phillies to their best start since 1993 with a 2-1 victory over the Astros at Minute Maid Park.
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Chapman fans nine in Triple-A start
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* Highly touted Cuban left-hander Aroldis Chapman made his American professional debut on Sunday afternoon for Triple-A Louisville in Toledo, Ohio.
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* Leake strong in debut as Reds win
* Mets can't overcome Johan's shaky start
* Feliz given Rangers' closing duties
* Cantu's big bat carries Marlins to win
* Nats' Willingham, replay slam Mets
* Montero to DL; surgery needed
* Astros' Berkman targeting April 20 return
* Cubs coming home to renovated Wrigley
* O's Roberts to be evaluated by doctor
* Oswalt sharp, but Halladay better
* Gonzalez helps blast Jays to comeback win
* Ethier expected to return on Tuesday
* Sizemore scratched with tight back
* Jays have hope Hill will play opener
* After rough stint, Lidge to pitch Monday
* Latos turns heads in first start of 2010
* Red Sox excited to check out Target Field
* Drew rests with stiff neck on Sunday
* Trembley concerned with two-out runs
* Surging Teixeira laughs off cold start
* Injured Kinsler takes step forward
* Rangers' Murphy shifts into leadoff spot
* CC falls just short in bid for no-hit history
* Rangers give Borbon day off
* Trade for Lugo looking good now
* Hall gets first game action with Red Sox
* Phils' Romero looking good in rehab stint
* Lineup changes put Young at third Sunday

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April 11, 2010

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Twins ready for historic Target Field opener
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* When the Twins run out of the dugout at Target Field on Monday afternoon for the first regular-season game there against the Red Sox, it will complete what has been a long and sometimes arduous journey for the organization to their new ballpark.
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April 12, 2010

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Fans flock to Target Field's unveiling
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* It's unlikely that many fans traveled farther than Tara Koloski and Lisa Lake to attend Opening Day at Target Field on Monday.
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Three homers pave way for Cubs
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* Xavier Nady hit a three-run homer and Aramis Ramirez and Jeff Baker each added two-run shots to power the Cubs to a 9-5 victory on Monday over the Milwaukee Brewers in their home opener.
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* Strained abdominal lands Roberts on DL
* Rollins out with strained right calf
* Blue Jays place Hill on DL with sore hamstring
* Piniella ponders taking Soriano out for D
* Sizemore out of lineup for Indians' opener
* Yanks to kick off year two at Stadium Tuesday
* Plenty on tap for Mariners' home opener
* Tallet expects electric atmosphere in Toronto
* Hometown Correia goes in Padres' opener
* Mills: No timetable for Berkman's return
* Cubs' Lee exits with right thumb injury
* Dye declines Nationals' contract offer
* Verlander's start reminiscent of 2009
* Cubs' Lilly to make next rehab start
* Royals cruise behind Podsednik's four hits
* Fantasy Rundown: More Feliz, please
* Guillen focused on pulling ball for Royals
* Mets, Jacobs hope homer signals turnaround
* Hoffman a bit rusty?
* Chapman, Strasburg dazzle in debuts
* Selig anticipates testing progress
* Feliz given Rangers' closing duties
* All-Star Game 5K, fun run return for 2010
* Lincecum fans 10 in domination of Braves
* Doc goes distance, outduels Oswalt
* Leake makes the leap as Reds win
* Pedroia's big day leads rejuvenated offense
* D-backs' record fourth sinks Pirates

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April 13, 2010

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Romero flirts with no-no in Jays win
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* Ricky Romero became the second Toronto pitcher to flirt with a no-no in 2010, losing his bid in the eighth when ex-teammate Alex Rios homered. The Jays beat the White Sox, 4-2.
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Maholm delivers 'amazing' defensive gem
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* Just eight games into the season, the Pirates might have already seen the best defensive play they will all season in Paul Maholm's highlight-worthy roll and flip.
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* Pettitte vintage in Yanks' home opener
* Hurdle and family embracing their 'treasure'
* Manny, Blake, Kemp, Ethier go deep in win
* Pena's home run in 10th caps Rays' rally
* Romero latest in line of no-hit bidders
* Cantu makes history with RBI single
* Rollins appears ticketed for disabled list
* Bradley's homer ends Mariners' drought
* Votto, Phillips spark Reds' win in extras
* Friend, now foe: Rios thwarts Romero
* Pair of Smiths power Rockies in opener
* Romero a star on the rise for Toronto
* Yankees embrace Matsui in ring ceremony
* Big Papi looking to turn things around at plate
* Jones leads battling Bucs to victory
* Another comeback, another Tigers win
* Yankee Stadium openers special to Jeter
* D-backs' Webb plays catch
* Suzuki's amazing play not lost on A's
* Newest Yanks make presence felt
* Rehabbing Delgado aims to play again
* Ring in tow, A-Rod comes 'full circle'
* Hawpe departs early with tight left quad
* Bruce's home run overturned by replay
* Guillen not concerned about Peavy
* Angels shaken up by hotel incident
* Yanks present ring to Steinbrenner
* Bruce apologizes for obscene gesture