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April 21, 2008
Buchholz notches first win of season
david ortiz julio lugo jacoby ellsburyThe Red Sox? They just keep rolling. With a lineup that had a less-than-imposing 7-8-9 combo of Julio Lugo, Kevin Cash and Joe Thurston, the Sox completed a four-game sweep of the Rangers with a stress-free 8-2 victory behind Clay Buchholz's best outing of 2008. More >
Confidence in full bloom
Felix Pie and Kosuke FukudomeAramis Ramirez hit a two-run homer and Felix Pie hit a three-run shot to back Carlos Zambrano and power the Cubs to a 7-1 victory over the New York Mets on Monday night. More >
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• Astros roll to big win over Padres
• Marlins break out big lumber vs. Bucs
• Brewers to skip Sheets' next start
• Tribute to John Marzano | Watch
• Ruiz sparks Phils' late rally over Rox
• Hudson handles Nats for streaking Braves
• D-backs bang three homers for Owings
• Cards claim wacky win in Milwaukee
• Galarraga delivers strong start for Tigers
• Dodgers' 15-hit attack topples Reds
• A-Rod to rejoin Yankees on Tuesday
• Teammate helps Rollins make decision
• Tejada unhappy with ESPN story
• Phils' Bruntlett steps into shortstop spotlight
• Cancer surgery not slowing Davis
• Hawpe turns around poor night
• Cards taking their time with Mulder
• Suppan starts Soup's Troops program
• All-Chicago Series: Dream or possibility?
• Cards' Carpenter making progress
• All's Wells in relief for the Rockies
• SF's Lowry pushes back mound session
• Padres' Hensley ready to start rehab stint
• Chipper shakes off quad to start vs. Nats
• Zito could use some Giants run support
• Bohn literally shows drive to succeed
• Back spasms sideline Cubs' Theriot
• Offense carries Marlins to fast start

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April 22, 2008
Lilly joins party as Cubs roll on
Ted LillyThe season is only three weeks old, but it's seemed much longer than that for Ted Lilly, who finally got to celebrate a win. Ronny Cedeno hit a grand slam, and Reed Johnson hit a two-run single to lift the Cubs to an 8-1 victory Tuesday over the New York Mets, completing a sweep of the two-game series. More >
Gabes come through for Brewers
Rickie Weeks hit a three-run triple in a four-run seventh inning, but the Brewers had to hold off a late Cardinals rally for an 8-7 win at Miller Park on Tuesday as the teams split a two-game series. More >
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• Boston's Beckett scratched with stiff neck
• Panel shares experiences with students
• Smoltz tries to downplay 3,000-K mark
• Tribute to John Marzano | Watch
• It's a girl! A-Rod, wife welcome daughter
• Izturis injury causes unusual lineup shuffle
• Nats' Cordero will have shoulder examined
• Yogi, Jeter named All-Star spokesmen
• 'No more pain' for Soriano
• Mets making do with bumps, bruises
• Fielder's diet remains meaty topic
• Chicago busy with Mets, Yanks | Trip blog
• Indians lose Westbrook to injury, DL
• Ankiel held out of starting lineup Tuesday
• Singer: Ramirez a Manny-splendored thing
• Cubs' Theriot, and his 'rep', discuss injury
• The Bigs List: Weird injuries
• Baseball embraces spirit of Earth Day
• Yost keeping faith in struggling Turnbow
• Brewers' Kapler's resurgence a revelation
• Fantasy Roundup: Streaks continue
• Confidence in full bloom on North Side
• Buchholz notches first win, Sox sweep
• Ruiz sparks Phils' late rally over Rox
• Hank sticking with Yanks' plan for Joba
• Brewers to skip Sheets' next start
• Astros roll to big win over Padres
• Marlins break out big lumber vs. Bucs

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April 23, 2008
Cubs win 10,000th game in 10
Cubs reliever Carlos Marmol celebrates after Wednesday's historic win.With a 7-6 extra-inning victory over the Rockies to open a two-game set in Colorado on Wednesday, the Cubs became the second club in MLB history to win 10,000 games. More >
Tigers score 19 in rout of Texas
Miguel Cabrera watches his three-run homer in the sixth inning. Miguel Cabrera hit a three-run homer and Carlos Guillen had three of his five RBIs in an 11-run sixth inning, helping the Tigers rout the Rangers, 19-6. More >
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• Johan, Mets shove slide to the curb
• Griffey hits home run No. 597
• A-Rod unlikely to play before weekend
• Jocketty replaces Krivsky as Reds' GM
• Prince's two jacks for Brewers sink Phils
• Mussina goes seven as Yanks prevail
• Formula for success suits Angels
• 10,000 reasons to celebrate Cubs
• Dice-K misses Wednesday start due to flu
• Soriano takes a big step toward return
• Guillen weighs in on Joba debate
• No worries as Big Unit stays in Arizona
• Lowell slated to return to Tuesday
• Rays' Kazmir to debut vs. Boston
• 10,000 'Cubbleyous' and counting
• Astros hammer Reds, win fourth straight
• Ailing Lowe takes out NL West rival in LA
• O's maturing Cabrera bests Mariners
• Giants find winning formula in San Diego
• Cinco de Mayo targeted for Colon's return
• Nats encouraged by Cordero prognosis
• Gardenhire not interested in Thomas
• Reds players surprised by GM change
• Magglio reaches 1,000 career RBIs
• Giants GM: Zito's command an issue
• Now a Phillie, Jenkins returns to Miller Park
• Topsy-turvy day for reliever Hansen
• Mariners say Silva's injury not serious

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April 24, 2008
Chipper helps down Fish in finale
Jeff FrancoeurChipper Jones marked his 36th birthday with three hits, including a home run, as Atlanta defeated Florida 7-4 Thursday night to split the two-game series at Turner Field. More >
Heavenly seventh leads to Halos win
joe saunders roadQuiet all day except for one swing by Mike Napoli, the Angels rallied in the seventh inning on Thursday to pin a 7-5 loss on the Red Sox and take two of three games in the Fenway Park series. Gary Matthews Jr., who homered twice on Wednesday night, drove in three runs and had three hits in the finale. More >
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• Tigers' homers help sweep Rangers
• Burrell comes through as Phils top Brewers
• Pineiro cruises as Cards split with Bucs
• Astros top Reds for fifth-straight win
• Huge night for Lopez as Nats pile on
• Rockies get break vs. Cubs, snap slide
• Indians' bats strong in double bill
• Sonnanstine leads Rays' sweep of Jays
• A's ride early runs, Murphy to rout
• Big Hurt signs, returns to Oakland
• A-Rod 'optimistic' about avoiding DL
• Halos' Matthews turns it on vs. Sox
• Rays' Silverman happy with Disney outing
• In quick stint, Masterson impresses Sox
• Rolen to be activated by Jays on Friday
• Fields handling demotion with class
• Mets treading lightly with Sanchez
• Sprained foot may send Bruney to DL
• Silva OK, expects to make next start
• Lowe's elbow fine, LA adds 12th pitcher
• Nationals replace King with O'Connor
• Fuentes named new closer for Rockies
• Jays' Halladay strong under heavy load
• 'Cursed' Ortiz jersey goes for $175,100
• Thumb infection sidelines Mets' Schneider
• Oswalt shoots down Astros trade rumors
• Rollins scheduled to take batting practice
• Padres' rehabbing Hensley feeling 'great'

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April 25, 2008
Two-out outburst lifts Tribe over Yanks
Jhonny PeraltaWith the homers coming at a hurried pace on Friday night, the Indians pulled out a 6-4 victory over the Yankees in front of 31,467 at Progressive Field to take the first of a four-game set between last year's American League Division Series combatants. More >
Halos help Santana remain unbeaten
Ervin SantanaVladimir Guerrero unloaded a two-run homer in a four-run fourth inning, and the Angels held on behind Ervin Santana and their bullpen to dispatch the dangerous Tigers, 4-3, in front of 40,380 on Friday night at Comerica Park. More >
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• Johnson's four RBIs lift Braves over Mets
• Phils grab big lead, hold off Pirates
• Mariners sign Johjima to 3-year deal
• Friends, family bid 'Marz' farewell
• Hampton makes successful rehab start
• Cubs' Soriano says he'll be ready May 1
• Brewers' Sheets hopes to go in Chicago
• Twins' Liriano sent to Triple-A Rochester
• Astros' Backe says Pujols issue 'over with'
• Glavine makes first trip back to New York
• Yanks' Bruney may be lost for season
• Colon, Red Sox confirm commitment
• Thome in elite home run company
• A-Rod returns to Yankees' lineup
• Cuddyer in Twins lineup with stiff finger
• Braves' Soriano says he's 'close' to return
• Rolen returns from 15-day disabled list
• Twins' Gomez leaves game with calf strain
• Braves' Escobar taken out with finger injury
• Boston's Casey exits game with hip strain
• Phils expect Victorino to return Tuesday
• Sore elbow sidelines Orioles' Loewen
• Ailing Yankees add relief from Minors
• Willis eyeing Minor League rehab stint
• Injury dampens Westbrook's hot start
• Sheffield back after five-game absence
• McCarthy's return to Rangers delayed
• Trembley goes off on fans' behavior

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April 26, 2008
Martinez delivers walk-off victory
Victor Martinez celebrates after his game-winning single Saturday. Victor Martinez's RBI single off Ross Ohlendorf in the bottom of the ninth gave the Indians the final say in a 4-3 victory over the Yankees. More >
Cards walk-off with win over Astros
Skip SchumakerSkip Schumaker drilled a walk-off RBI single in the ninth inning to lift the Cardinals to a 4-3 win over the Astros on Saturday afternoon at Busch Stadium. More >
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• Iguchi's walk-off tater snaps Padres' skid
• Anderson gives White Sox walk-off win
• Vlad gets 2,000th hit in Angels' loss
• Dodgers erupt for 10 in first vs. Rockies
• Cautious Yankees sit Joba
• Cubs practicing what Piniella preaches
• Prince's late heroics pace Brewers
• Mets turn fortunes around against Braves
• Iwamura picks prime time for first homer
• Howard, Phils hammer Morris, Bucs
• Galarraga flirts with no-no in Tigers' win
• Hochevar notches first big league win
• Injury causes Correia's early departure
• Ortiz sits as Varitek returns to lineup
• Marlins' Jacobs suffers sprained finger
• Sheets tosses side session for Brewers
• Willis 'one step closer' to return to Tigers
• Nomar placed on DL as DeWitt returns
• Harden throws simulated game for A's
• Astros, Cardinals exchange words
• Daniels supporting Washington for now
• Red Sox place Casey on 15-day DL
• Nix is set free and Capellan called up
• Mulder pleased with rehab progress
• Nats' Lo Duca takes hacks, to begin rehab
• Best ever? Johnson's grab reverberates
• Chipper sidelined by back spasms
• Mariners' Batista optimistic about injury

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April 27, 2008
Shields slings Rays to sweep vs. Sox
James Shields delivers a pitch in the first inning Sunday.James Shields pitched his best game of the season to lead the Rays to a 3-0 win over the Red Sox in front of 32,363 on Sunday at Tropicana Field. More >
Wang outduels Sabathia
Chien-Ming WangIn a rematch of Game 1 of last year's American League Division Series, Chien-Ming Wang outdueled defending AL Cy Young Award winner C.C. Sabathia, hurling seven scoreless innings as the Yankees edged the Indians, 1-0, snapping New York's three-game losing streak. More >
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• Cardinals power past Astros in finale
• Delgado's dingers lead way for Mets
• Loney laces 10th inning single as LA wins
• Baker says Bonds might not return
• Weaver helps Halos take out Tigers
• Bucs' Maholm goes distance to beat Phils
• A's rally in time for Blanton to earn win
• Volquez sizzles in Reds' rout of Giants
• Konerko, White Sox KO Orioles
• Padilla dominates as batters break out
• Lannan, Nieves a dynamic battery in win
• Marlins' Helms the difference in series
• Claire: Krivsky's contributions not forgotten
• Giants pondering shakeup for Zito
• Milestone puts Vlad's game into focus
• Ailing Smoltz struggles in loss to Mets
• Posada headed to DL with shoulder pain
• Scherzer called up, Petit sent down
• Lowell eyes Tuesday return to Red Sox
• Leyland goes to bat for slumping Sheff
• Halos hope Kendrick can return soon
• Brewers' Bush to start in Triple-A
• Cubs BP catcher part of Big Z's success
• Side strain puts Giants' Correia on DL
• Alou's future uncertain with latest setback
• Healthy Guillen completes Tigers lineup
• Braves' Soriano feels elbow 'discomfort'
• Benches clear again in St. Louis

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April 28, 2008
Fenway Park: King of the full house
There is the obligatory home-field advantage that just about every team experiences, and then there is the Fenway Park factor, which is something quite different. More >
Peek at the Week: Get ready for May
Greg Maddux was denied his 350th career victory.The week ahead has a little bit of everything for the baseball fan, including rivalry series and Padres right-hander Greg Maddux going for career win No. 350 for the third time. More >
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• Diamondbacks return home riding high
• Loved, hated, debated: The DH at 35
• Players of the Week: Shields | Berkman
• Report: Clemens, singer had relationship
• Sizemore's streak ends at 382 games
• Rays' 'pen enjoying improvement
• Jays' Hill takes lessons learned to heart
• DH is here to stay ... in the AL
• Giants pondering shakeup for Zito
• Baker says Bonds might not return
• Lowell eyes Tuesday return to Red Sox
• Posada headed to DL with shoulder pain
• Alou's future uncertain with latest setback
• Leyland goes to bat for slumping Sheff
• Decisions loom with Kazmir's return nearing
• Milestone puts Vlad's game into focus
• Chamberlain available after two days' rest
• Mulder's next start likely at Triple-A
• D-backs' Upton, Owings day-to-day
• Halos hope Kendrick can return soon
• Braves' Soriano feels elbow 'discomfort'
• Shields slings Rays to sweep vs. Sox
• Cardinals power past Astros in finale
• Wang outduels Sabathia in classic
• Delgado's dingers lead way for Mets
• Loney laces 10th inning single as LA wins
• Weaver helps Halos take out Tigers
• Bucs' Maholm goes distance to beat Phils

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April 28, 2008
Yanks chip away to split with Tribe
Mike MussinaThe Yankees were no-hit for five innings but came alive late, completing a marathon stretch on the road by posting a 5-2 victory over the Indians at Progressive Field on Monday, splitting a four-game series. More >
Zito to work things out in bullpen
Barry Zito regroups after giving up a two-run homer in the first.The Giants sent struggling Opening Day starter Barry Zito to the bullpen Monday, one day after his record fell to a Major League-worst 0-6. More >
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• Aggravated quad to keep A-Rod out
• Haren uses arm, bat to beat Astros
• Long balls lead A's to rout of Halos
• Report: Singer confirms Clemens affair
• Giants give solid Cain first victory
• Smoltz likely to miss next start for Braves
• Bauman: Yanks standing after historic trip
• Arroyo tops Cards for first win of '08
• Young D-backs maturing into winners
• Rangers' Blalock to go on disabled list
• Orioles, White Sox will play more
• Mets' series opener vs. Bucs postponed
• Harden to make rehab start Thursday
• New video games: MLB 08 The Show | MLB 2K8
• Cautious Tribe keeps Sizemore out
• Rodriguez, Wigginton make progress
• Mets' Alou's MRI postponed
• Stewart up as Posada visits Andrews
• Umpires settle on suspending game
• Angels' Mathis out of Monday's lineup
• Halos recall Wood, Wilson from Minors
• Burke, Qualls still root for Astros
• Brown big part of A's early success
• Wilson, Kotchman reunited in Anaheim
• Rehab for Giants' Vizquel going 'a lot better'
• Hunter happy, surprised to see Moreno
• Mo reaches 450, with no end in sight
• Sabathia's aggressiveness pays off

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April 29, 2008
It's time to vote for the brightest stars
Mark Teixeira/Chipper JonesWith the official release of the All-Star ballots, one question trumps all others: Who are you voting for? Your votes, of course, will determine the starting lineups for both leagues at the Midsummer Classic on July 15. More >
Smoltz lands on disabled list
Veteran right-hander John Smoltz was placed on the 15-day disabled list on Tuesday because of biceps tendinitis. More >
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• Hall to unveil new Robinson plaque
• Young D-backs maturing into winners
• Chamberlain's father leaves hospital
• Zito to work things out in Giants' bullpen
• Aggravated quad to keep A-Rod out
• Royals release Hideo Nomo
• Nationals release reliever King
• Harden to make rehab start Thursday
• Report: Singer confirms Clemens affair
• Fantasy Roundup: Big game for Big Hurt
• Yanks chip away to split with Tribe
• Long balls lead A's to rout of Halos
• Giants give solid Cain first victory
• Haren uses arm, bat to beat Astros
• Bauman: Yanks standing after historic trip
• Arroyo tops Cards for first win of '08
• Rangers' Blalock to go on disabled list
• Orioles, White Sox will play more
• Mets' series opener vs. Bucs postponed
• New video games: MLB 08 The Show | MLB 2K8
• Cautious Tribe keeps Sizemore out
• Rodriguez, Wigginton make progress
• Mets' Alou's MRI postponed
• Stewart up as Posada visits Andrews
• Halos recall Wood, Wilson from Minors
• Burke, Qualls still root for Astros
• Wilson, Kotchman reunited in Anaheim
• Rehab for Giants' Vizquel going 'a lot better'

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April 30, 2008
Varitek's walk-off hit lifts Sox past Jays
Another night, another walk-off win at Fenway Park. This time, it was Jason Varitek's turn, as the captain laced a two-out single up the middle in the bottom of the ninth inning to snap a tie and deliver the Red Sox a 2-1 victory over the Blue Jays on Wednesday. More >
Tribe offense gives Lee plenty of help
Cliff LeeBy now, a strong outing from Cliff Lee should come as no surprise. The shocker Wednesday night was that the Tribe bats actually backed Lee in an 8-3 victory over the Mariners at Progressive Field. More >
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• Time to vote for brightest stars | VOTE NOW
• Smoltz: 'I'm coming back as a reliever'
• Return in two weeks possible for A-Rod
• Billingsley keeps streak going for Dodgers
• Polanco's pair leads Tigers past Yankees
• Owings' pinch-hit homer keys D-backs
• Yankees place Hughes on 15-day DL
• Wood looks back on career game
• Businessman questioned about Clemens
• Lopez delivers win for Nats in 12th inning
• Cards notch club-record 18th April win
• Rollins' return date remains in question
• No news is good news with Sheets' arm
• Injury woes continue for Braves' Hampton
• Nats' Cordero to miss four to six weeks
• Willis set for Triple-A rehab stint on Friday
• Scherzer moves into D-backs rotation
• Home runs push Padres past Phillies
• Giants close satisfying month with win
• Sonnanstine's gem lifts Rays over O's
• Rangers' Jennings headed to DL
• Recovery for Giants' Lowry delayed
• Rockies pick up two pitchers in trades
• Giants Minor Leaguer Alfonzo suspended
• A's Chavez fields grounders, feels no pain
• Dodgers' Broxton making progress
• Lackey's rehab start short, but a success
• Phillies to lead clean energy movement

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May 1, 2008
Kemp provides late heroics for Dodgers
Matt Kemp singled home Rafael Furcal to break a tie with one out in the ninth inning Thursday and the Dodgers went on to a 5-3 victory over the Marlins, extending their win streak to six. More >
Soriano activated and ready to go
Kosuke Fukudome and Alfonso SorianoAlfonso Soriano was activated from the disabled list Thursday, inserted into the Cubs' starting lineup in left field and batting leadoff, and he has the green light to run. More >
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• Time to vote for brightest stars | VOTE NOW
• Crawford, Gomes power Rays' victory
• Shoulder strain sidelines Upton vs. O's
• Wagner returns to site of comebacker
• Volquez thriving with fresh start in Cincy
• Cards' Mulder uninspiring in rehab start
• Brewers mulling what to do with Turnbow
• Return in two weeks possible for A-Rod
• Royals' Soria off to sizzling start
• Inside Pitch: Whither Griffey and Dunn?
• White Sox enjoying upbeat attitude
• Owings' pinch-hit homer keys D-backs
• Goodbye April, Hello May
• TWIB spotlights 100-year drought for Cubs
• Citi Field recalls, renews sport's legacy
• Gomes making most of platoon chances
• Torre shuffles Dodgers' lineup
• Marlins patient with ailing Lindstrom
• Astros enthusiastic about Minors arms
• Rollins' return date remains in question
• Ankle injury triggers Hernandez breather
• Smoltz: 'I'm coming back as a reliever'
• Yankees place Hughes on 15-day DL
• Varitek's walk-off hit lifts Sox past Jays
• Tribe offense gives Lee plenty of help
• Santana, Kotchman team to down A's
• Bonderman executes, Tigers drop Yanks
• Shave it ain't so: Marlins ditch 'staches

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May 2, 2008
Many lessons learned in busy first month
Evan Longoria, Eric HinskeThe studies never cease at the University of Baseball. From the opening month of the 2008 season, we have uncovered a number of nuggets while underscoring that it's never too early to take inventory of perceptions that can demand revisions on the fly. More >
Manny not consumed with quest for 500
Manny Ramirez hopes to remain with the Red Sox after his contract runs out following 2008.Though Manny Ramirez didn't meet his vow of hitting his 500th homer by May -- he insists he's actually aiming for 600 -- the slugger is relaxed and ready for the future. More >
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• Votebook: Tough first choice | VOTE NOW
• Bodley: At long last, Williams gets Hall tour
• Fantasy Roundup: Bad news for Tulo, Hughes
• Crew says farewell to reliever Turnbow
• Cubs, Cardinals set for FOX showdown
• Baseball mourns loss of Buzzie Bavasi
• Tigers sweep Yanks behind hot bats
• On Howard's blast, Phils move into first
• Hafner, Cabrera lift Indians in 11 innings
• Burnett, Jays overcome peculiar finish
• Pierre sparks Dodgers to sixth straight win
• Braun brings Brewers back to top Cubs
• TWIB spotlights 100-year drought for Cubs
• Tulowitzki out at least until All-Star break
• Hughes out with fractured rib for Yankees
• Crawford, attitude powers Rays' victory
• A's pound out 20 hits in rout of Angels
• Kearns plays role of hero in Nats' win
• Ponson's win provides hope for Rangers
• Williams walks through his past at the Hall
• Cruceta arrives as piece in Tigers 'pen
• Sox keeping close tabs on Ortiz's knee
• Yanks' Minor Leaguer Reyes suspended
• Tigers' Rodney, Zumaya throw off mound
• Drew to practice caution with left quad
• Angels' Izturis placed on disabled list
• Athletics' Harden makes first rehab start
• Soriano activated and ready to go

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May 2, 2008
Schumaker powers Cards past Cubs
Jason Isringhausen reacts after giving up a two-run homer.Reliever Ron Villone tossed 2 2/3 perfect innings Friday and Skip Schumaker drilled a two-run homer in the 11th to led the Cardinals to a 5-3 win over the Cubs. More >
Phils win thriller on Burrell blast in 10th
Philadelphia Phillies' Pat Burrell runs the bases after hitting a game-winning two-run home run against the San Francisco Giants in the 10th inning of a baseball game Friday, May 2, 2008, in Philadelphia. The Phillies won 6-5. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr.)Brian Wilson's first five pitches hummed in to Pat Burrell at 98, 97, 97, 97 and 97 miles per hour. The Giants closer's sixth one likely traveled much faster, just in the opposite direction, as Burrell sent a 3-2 pitch deep to left field for a two-run homer, giving the Phillies a dramatic come-from-behind 6-5 win at Citizens Bank Park. More >
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• Votebook: Tough first choice | VOTE NOW
• Yanks make Wang AL's first to six wins
• Aniston, Wilson film at Dolphin Stadium
• It's time for pink bats again in baseball
• Reyes, Wright go wild in Mets' win
• Hudson's gem blanks Reds
• Hank voices frustration with slow start
• Twins' Gomez hit in head, leaves game
• Posada won't need in-season surgery
• Schilling could be close to throwing
• Smoltz hopes to remain productive
• Rollins eyeing Thursday return to Phils
• Injured Tulo frustrated, but optimistic
• Brewers' Gallardo tears ACL in collision
• Mets clear the air on Wagner's comments
• Davis' return to D-backs delayed a bit
• Hernandez cools off Tigers as Twins roll
• Three straight shots send 'Stros to victory
• Jays' arms dominate White Sox
• Change does the Marlins good
• Changes help Bautista drive Bucs win
• Indians-Royals knocked out by rain
• Crew says farewell to reliever Turnbow
• Hudson strains hamstring in D-backs game
• Alou's back in Mets' lineup, hitting fifth
• Nats put Cordero on DL, recall Lo Duca
• Willis feels no pain in first rehab start
• Hampton thinking about options

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May 3, 2008
Loney propels LA to eighth win in row
James Loney doubles in three runs in the first inning Saturday. James Loney doubled and homered for a six-RBI game as the Dodgers made it eight wins in a row by pounding the Rockies on Saturday night. More >
Red Sox avenge loss to Shields, Rays
Josh Beckett pitches against the Rays on Saturday night at Fenway. On Saturday night, with the climate anything but controlled at chilly Fenway Park, Boston backed Josh Beckett by hammering Tampa Bay's James Shields for seven runs on 10 hits in 3 2/3 innings en route to a 12-4 victory. More >
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• Votebook: Tough first choice | VOTE NOW
• Webb can thank Ojeda for win No. 7
• Franco officially ends 23-year career
• It's time for pink bats again in baseball
• Damon helps Mussina win third straight
• Peavy good enough for fourth win
• Backe joins in on Astros' offensive fun
• Molina delivers clutch RBI vs. Phillies
• Cubs use big fourth to blow past Cardinals
• Twins top Tigers for fourth straight victory
• Braves pound Reds behind rookie arm
• Four-run rally gives KC, Hochevar a win
• Murray, Murphy star for Rangers
• Guzman powers Nats' win over Bucs
• Angels rally to defeat Orioles
• Litsch's resurgence continues in win
• Twins' Baker exits start with groin strain
• Headache forces Twins' Gomez to rest
• Players of the Month: Hamilton | Utley
• Pitchers of the Month: Lee | Webb
• Tigers place Bautista on disabled list
• Pain-free Polanco providing impact
• Kendrick's rehab might start Sunday
• Red Sox's Moss has appendectomy
• Rehabbing A's pitchers have timelines
• Skipper has plan for Rangers catchers
• Hot-hitting Gutierrez in two-hole for Tribe
• Upton not in Rays lineup Saturday

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May 5, 2008
Ace trio reunites in Atlanta
Only one NL Cy Young Awards between 1993-98 was given to somebody not named Smoltz, Glavine or Maddux. There's obviously reason to believe John Smoltz, Greg Maddux and Tom Glavine will one day be united in Cooperstown. But after this week, there are no guarantees these three will be in uniform together in the city where they compiled the majority of their Hall of Fame credentials. More >
Scherzer confident before first start
Max ScherzerComing off a perfect 4 1/3 innings relief appearance tuesday, Max Scherzer will be making his first Major League start against the famously chocked lineup of the Phillies on Monday. He has "no butterflies" regarding the start. More >
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• Votebook: Who's it going 2B? | VOTE NOW
• Clemens apologizes for 'mistakes'
• Peek at the Week | Fab 15 rankings
• It's time for pink bats again in baseball
• Players of the Week: Cust | Kemp
• Trades that weren't made have impact
• Braves acquire Norton from Mariners
• New Cathedral a clear look of tradition
• Brewers frustrated by slumping bats
• New book collects essays on baseball
• Youkilis subs in aptly for Papi in sweep
• Error opens door for Mets' win in Arizona
• Izzy closes it out for Cardinals vs. Cubs
• Pence pounces on chance in walk-off win
• Howard's dash gives Manuel 500th win
• Down six, Twins recover to sweep Tigers
• Cust's big blast rallies A's over Rangers
• Cook plays stopper yet again
• Halos hammer Trachsel, O's in finale
• Chipper, Braves outslug Reds in finale
• Yankees sweep Mariners on six-run third
• Halladay impressive as Jays prevail
• Meche returns to ace form in win vs. Tribe
• Miller solid in series finale vs. Padres
• Redding stingy in finale for Washington
• Next step for Pedro is facing hitters
• Kendrick to return; Lackey improving
• Tribe reportedly set to add Francisco

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May 6, 2008
No clear-cut No. 1 in 2008 Draft crop
Without a clear-cut No. 1, there have been several players mentioned as potential top picks when the Rays, for the second straight year, begin the 2008 First-Year Player Draft on June 5. The Rays selected Vanderbilt pitcher David Price with the top pick a year ago. More >
Marking Strawberry's silver anniversary
Darryl StrawberryNo debut of a Mets-bred player -- not those of Tom Seaver, Nolan Ryan, Dwight Gooden, Gregg Jefferies, Todd Hundley, Edgardo Alfonzo, Rey Ordonez, Bill Pulsipher, Jason Isringhausen, Jose Reyes or David Wright -- caused a stir comparable with what Darryl Strawberry produced a quarter-century ago. More >
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• Angels' Santana shuts out Royals
• Homers lift Red Sox on Dice-K's wild night
• New Hall of Fame president embraces job
• Clemens apologizes for 'mistakes'
• Pujols' dash pushes Cards past Rox
• Billingsley, Dodgers cruise past Mets
• Moyer outlasts Scherzer as Phils win
• Brown sends A's to walk-off win over O's
• Reds survive shaky ninth to end slide
• McGowan keeps the ball rolling for Jays
• Washburn strong in beating Rangers
• Sutton does part to fight kidney cancer
• Davis speedily recovering for D-backs
• Rockies' Wells set for surgery on blood clot
• Remembering Wood's masterpiece
• Family affair: Scherzers out en masse
• Weathers upset by Reds announcer
• Vizquel very close to returning to Giants
• Garciaparra resumes baseball activities
• Dodgers' Lowe feeling Coors anxiety
• Trembley talks about Hernandez gaffe
• Randolph keeping eye on Delgado

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May 7, 2008
Gomez pulls off rare Twins cycle
Minnesota Twins' Carlos Gomez is congratulated by Craig Monroe after hitting a solo home run during the first inning of a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday, May 7, 2008, in Chicago. (AP Photo/M. Spencer Green)Center fielder Carlos Gomez became the eighth player in Twins history to hit for the cycle on Wednesday night in a game against the White Sox at U.S. Cellular Field. More >
Polanco's fifth hit snaps Tigers' skid
Placido Polanco is congratulated after his game-winning hit. Placido Polanco didn't worry about trying to do too much. All he worried about was getting just a little on that soft line drive to fall in between shortstop and left field. More >
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• Lee locks up perfect 6-0 record
• A-Rod to have MRI, rehab pushed back
• It's time for pink bats again in baseball
• Votto leads Reds' homer parade
• Phils rally past D-backs in wild game
• El Caballo gives Astros walk-off winner
• A's sweep O's on Ellis' walk-off blast
• Mets run on all cylinders in LA blowout
• Hudson points Braves to fifth straight win
• Rockies stun Cards with late rally
• D-backs' Davis to make rehab starts
• D-backs' Hudson's DL status uncertain
• Padilla shuts out Mariners for seven
• Marcum throws gem in win over Rays
• Dumatrait dauntless in first career win
• Marlins' Badenhop drops Brewers
• Royals apply manager's advice in win
• Mets cautious with Pagan after catch
• Mulder sidelined by rotator cuff strain
• Lo Duca reinjures right hand for Nats
• Cora's return doesn't end Lowrie's tenure
• Dodgers place Loaiza on DL
• Colon cleared to join PawSox's rotation
• Sox players go pink for Mother's Day
• Blyleven defends White Sox doll hijinx
• Mariners' slow start hurting attendance
• El Duque cleared for next step in recovery

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May 8, 2008
Webb weaves eighth straight win
Brandon Webb smiles during the eighth inning on Thursday. Brandon Webb won for the Major League-leading eighth time in as many starts as the Diamondbacks beat the Phillies, 8-3, and secured a series split Thursday. More >
Bats, Beckett carry Sox to series win
Josh BeckettThe Red Sox won their four-game series against the Tigers with a 5-1 win on Thursday night in front of 38,952 at Comerica Park. In the process, they finished their regular-season series with the Tigers, taking five of seven games. More >
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• Homers propel Marlins to sweep
• Another successful session for Schilling
• Eckstein, McDonald both land on DL
• Nationals to disable Lo Duca, Estrada
• Kazmir hopes session will fix mechanics
• Rangers designate Broussard
• Potential trades for Turnbow fall through
• Mariners ask for waivers on Wilkerson
• Rollins to join Phillies in San Francisco
• Webb, D-backs discuss contract extension
• Neshek leaves with right elbow strain
• Bynum recalled to start for O's at short
• CT scan shows Davis to be cancer free
• A's option Braden to Triple-A
• Daniels says Washington's job is secure
• Markakis, Cabrera end O's losing streak
• Lannan leads Nats win in series finale
• Uribe, Dye lead White Sox past Twins
• De La Rosa stifles Cards, gives Rox split
• Bucs' comeback caps sweep of Giants
• Yankees to be cautious with A-Rod
• Moylan undergoes Tommy John surgery
• Pagan day-to-day with shoulder injury
• Rehab going well for Boston's Casey, Cora

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May 9, 2008
Longoria wins it for Shields
Evan Longoria arrives at home plate after his walk-off homer on Friday. James Shields pitched a one-hit shutout, and Evan Longoria took care of the rest with a walk-off homer in the bottom of the ninth to beat the Angels, 2-0. More >
Weeks come through with walk-off
Rickie WeeksRickie Weeks ripped a two-out, two-run single in the bottom of the ninth inning, giving the Brewers a 4-3 win over the Cardinals and snapping the team's six-game losing streak in front of 42,705 exuberant fans at sold-out Miller Park. More >
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• Runs come easily to Tigers vs. Yanks
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• Sanchez helps Pirates buck the trend
• Seattle's Sexson suspended six games
• Padres cut ties with veteran Edmonds
• Lilly sizzles in NLDS reprisal vs. D-backs
• Gonzalez backs strong Nolasco effort
• Rangers top A's for fourth straight win
• O's return to .500 with another win in KC
• Yanks don't tip hand on Boomer rumor
• Jays' Wells leaves after diving for ball
• Girardi defends Joba's exuberance
• Phillies activate Rollins from DL
• Rangers to put incident behind them
• 'Idol' finalist sings before Angels-Rays
• 'Idol' finalist throws first pitch for Royals
• Gallardo preparing for knee surgery
• No setbacks for A-Rod in first workout
• Neshek could miss rest of season
• Blue Jays acquire Wilkerson, Mench
• Sheffield ties Kaline on RBI list
• Nats catching duo to spend time on DL
• Turnbow accepts Triple-A assignment
• Foulke rejoins A's from disabled list
• Dodgers recall reliever Brazoban
• Farnsworth's ban cut to one game

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May 9, 2008
Hanley to sign long-term deal
Florida Marlins' Jeremy Hermida, left, and teammate Hanley Ramirez, right, celebrate after both scoring a a single hit by teammate Jorge Cantu against the Washington Nationals during the fourth inning of a baseball game, Friday, May 9, 2008, in Washington. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)According to a high-ranking source, the Marlins have reached a tentative agreement on a six-year, $70 million contract with shortstop Hanley Ramirez. More >
Rollins provides spark in return
Jimmy Rollins crosses home plate after his two-run homer in the fifth inning. Jimmy Rollins enjoyed his return to the Bay Area and the Phillies' lineup. His teammates enjoyed the latter much more, as their reigning National League MVP took it to San Francisco in a series-opening 7-4 win Friday at AT&T Park. More >
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• Just in time: Weeks' walk-off beats Cards
• Runs come easily to Tigers vs. Yanks
• Sanchez's walk-off lifts Bucs past Braves
• Seattle's Sexson suspended six games
• Indians get to Halladay late to win for C.C.
• Lilly sizzles in NLDS reprisal vs. D-backs
• Rockies rally for win over Padres
• Berkman scorches in win over Dodgers
• Marlins rip Nats, win fifth straight
• Contreras, defense send Sox to win
• Rangers top A's for fourth straight win
• Huff, Trachsel give O's win again in KC
• Padres cut ties with veteran Edmonds
• Pickoff gives Rogers all-time lead
• Yanks don't tip hand on Boomer rumor
• Neshek likely to miss rest of season
• Jays' Wells jams wrist on diving catch
• Sheffield ties Kaline on RBI list
• Turnbow accepts Triple-A assignment
• Giants' Vizquel to begin push toward 2009
• Glaus' status uncertain after bruising tricep
• Angels' Aybar exits after being hit by pitch
• Girardi defends Joba's exuberance
• Dontrelle to resume rehab assignment

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May 10, 2008
Sheets Brewers all-time K leader
Ben Sheets yells after getting the final out of his second career shutout.Ben Sheets fanned Albert Pujols for the final out in the first inning Saturday, moving him past Teddy Higuera into first place among the Brewers' all-time strikeout leaders. More >
Beltran powers Mets in matinee
Johan Santana allowed three runs in six innings to improve to 4-2.The Mets gave Johan Santana more than enough cushion in the matinee on Saturday, as Carlos Beltran's five RBIs led the way in a 12-6 victory over the Reds. More >
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• Brewers' Yost downplays momentum
• Betemit exits with strained right hamstring
• Isringhausen taking a break from closing
• Cubs pitchers show they can swing wood
• Phillies prospect likely needs second surgery
• Rodney, Zumaya on way back for Tigers
• Giants' Vizquel off DL, starts at short
• D-backs' struggling Byrnes sits out
• Reds to rest Griffey in twin bill vs. Mets
• Tigers pitchers prepare for Interleague Play
• Glaus sits, but triceps injury not serious
• Rollins provides spark in return to Phils
• Reds' Baker recalls Shea experiences
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May 11, 2008
Braun powers Brewers past Cards
Ryan Braun (right) gets a high-five after his third-inning homer.Ryan Braun hit a pair of solo homers using a pink bat, and Jeff Suppan pitched seven solid innings for his first win since April 2 to lead the Brewers to a 5-3 win vs. the Cards on Sunday. More >
Uggla's dingers extends streak
Scott OlsenScott Olsen lasted six innings, but it was Dan Uggla's day, as he knocked in three Marlins runs on two homers to bring the Fish back from a three-run deficit, giving the Marlins a 5-4 sweep over the Nationals. More >
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• Bannister brilliant in Royals' win
• Gallardo to have knee surgery Tuesday
• Yost relieves Gagne from closer duties
• Pink shirt tour culminates in Cooperstown
• Brewers' Braun does pink bat proud
• Despite rain, Tigers in Mother's Day spirit
• With Wells out, Rios will bat third for Jays
• White Sox pay tribute to mothers
• D-backs' Davis sharp in rehab start
• Arroyo's next start may be on short rest
• Quad strain signals Castillo's early exit
• Gallagher replaces Big Z on Sunday
• Smoltz making progress in recovery
• Lackey, Moseley in line to return
• A's put Denorfia on DL as Harden returns
• Pena presented Silver Slugger award
• Sandberg to serve three-game suspension
• Soriano throws second bullpen session
• Several Cubs eager to use pink bats
• Suzuki, A's using pink bats for cause
• Big Unit scratched from Sunday start
• Rangers place veteran Millwood on DL
• Tigers, Yankees rained out in Motor City
• Mariners' Washburn adding split-finger

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May 11, 2008
Cubs punish D-backs for sweep
Daryle Ward delivered his second pinch-hit in as many games.Daryle Ward had a two-run, tie-breaking double in the eighth to give the Cubs a 6-4 victory, and a series sweep, over the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Cubs trailed in all three wins over the National League West leaders. More >
Uggla's dingers extend streak
Dan Uggla (right) is third in the Majors with 11 home runs as of Sunday.Scott Olsen lasted six innings, but it was Dan Uggla's day, as he knocked in three Marlins runs on two homers to bring the Fish back from a three-run deficit, giving the Marlins a 5-4 sweep over the Nationals. More >
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• Sore hamstring limits Manny
• Offseason moves provide punch for Twins
• Bauman: Cubs, D-backs getting better
• Astros thwart history to clinch sweep
• Bannister brilliant in Royals' win
• Gallardo to have knee surgery Tuesday
• Quirks and all, Perez pitches Mets to win
• Yost relieves Gagne from closer duties
• Mariners offense shows signs of life
• Holm's first homer lifts Giants past Phils
• Padres roll to win over Rox in finale
• Clutch hitting propels A's to beat Rangers
• Lackey, Moseley in line to return
• Schmidt makes Minors rehab stint
• Nats call up Schroder from Columbus
• Lowrie sent down to make room for Cora
• D-backs' Davis sharp in rehab start
• Quad strain signals Castillo's early exit
• Casilla glad to be back with Twins
• Glover activated; Birkins sent down
• Pink shirt tour culminates in Cooperstown
• With Wells out, Rios will bat third for Jays
• Arroyo's next start may be on short rest
• Smoltz making progress in recovery

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May 12, 2008
Cabrera turns unassisted triple play
Asdrubal Cabrera tags out Marco Scutaro to complete an unassisted triple play in the fifth inning. In the fifth inning of Game 2 of a doubleheader with the Blue Jays at Progressive Field, second baseman Asdrubal Cabrera turned an unassisted triple play in Cliff Lee's favor. More >
Manny launches homer No. 498
Boston Red Sox's Manny Ramirez, right, connects on a two-run single against the Tampa Bay Rays during the first inning of a baseball game at Fenway Park in Boston, Saturday, May 3, 2008. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson)Manny Ramirez went the opposite way against Minnesota right-hander Livan Hernandez in the first inning on Monday night for No. 498 of his career. More >
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• Hernandez wins No. 6 as Twins best Sox
• Rays rout Yanks for 10th straight home win
• Jays finally catch a break in Game 2 win
• Reds' Harang finally gets support
• Perez uses bat, arm to ends Nats' skid
• Tribe's Carmona controls Game 1 shutout
• Hudson, Braves' bats help earn split
• Bourn rests, Tejada plays in SF opener
• Molina, La Russa ejected in Milwaukee
• Gossage tours Hall with museum curator
• Gagne says he's ready to close again
• Pujols given a day to rest
• Tigers' Cabrera settling in at first base
• Igawa to 'pen; Kennedy to be recalled
• Goose not a fan of Joba's celebrations
• Cubs have specific role for Fukudome
• Brewers officials talk state of team
• Prior takes step back in rehab
• Durham nears return to Giants' lineup
• Barrett now a visitor at Wrigley
• Going Gonzo: Padres brothers unite
• Alou psyched about first Cathedral trip
• Castillo sits with injury, Easley starts
• Meek's future with Pirates in limbo

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May 13, 2008
A-Rod eyeing return to lineup next week
Alex Rodriguez was placed on the 15-day disabled list on April 30.Alex Rodriguez is planning to rejoin the Yankees' lineup next week, he told reporters on Tuesday at the club's Minor League complex. More >
Mets make several roster moves
Nelson Figueroa allowed one run in 3 1/3 innings of relief.The Mets made a flurry of moves on Tuesday as the club readjusts its pitching staff while dealing with injuries. More >
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• 2005 Draft class makes historic impact
• Tribe's Cabrera turns unassisted triple play
• Report: Tribune turns down Wrigley offer
• Musial's golden anniversary arrives
• Reds' Draft plans unchanged
• Arms bound to rebound
• Morning Roundup: Sensational pitching
• Baseball enriched by 1973 Draft class
• Manny goes deep for home run No. 498
• Dodgers place shortstop Furcal on DL
• Dinger de ja vu: Braun boosts Brewers
• Hernandez wins No. 6 as Twins best Sox
• Rays rout Yanks for 10th straight home win
• Big bats, Big Z driving surging Cubs
• Guerrero's bat comes alive for Angels
• Reds' Harang finally gets support
• Jays finally catch a break in Game 2 win
• Berkman stays hot in Astros' victory
• Vazquez hero in Rangers' walk-off win
• Perez uses bat, arm to end Nats' skid
• Tribe's Carmona controls Game 1 shutout
• Hudson, Braves' bats help earn split
• Smoltz on road to recovery
• Halos' Adenhart wins, then is sent down

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May 13, 2008
Walk-off over Yanks puts Rays in first
Gabe GrossGabe Gross delivered a game-winning single, scoring pinch-runner Jonny Gomes, as the first-place Rays beat the Yankees, 2-1, in 11 innings on Tuesday night. More >
D-backs double up on Rox in opener
Randy Johnson pitches against the Rockies on Tuesday night. Turns out all the D-backs needed to snap out of their collective slump at the plate was a return to the warm desert air. That, and a visit from the Rockies. The D-backs snapped their three-game losing streak and Randy Johnson inched closer toward 300 wins on Tuesday night as Arizona beat the Rockies, 8-4. More >
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• Orioles hold on after Scott's roundtripper
• Selig recognized for public service
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• Amended Bonds charges total 15 counts
• Mets glad Church on their side, not Nats
• A-Rod eyeing return to lineup next week
• Reds' Keppinger fractures left kneecap
• Drew departs with wrist injury for Boston
• Brewers' Gallardo has successful surgery
• Goose, Joba clear the air
• Werth's four RBIs lift Phils over Braves
• Gagne nails down save in Brewers victory
• Byrd extends scoreless streak in win
• Reds win, but lose shortstop Keppinger
• Weaver dominant as Angels triumph
• Cain's arm, bat lead Giants to victory
• Padres' Estes earns emotional win
• Paulino subs in to sink Cards for Bucs
• Struggling Seattle stymied by Texas
• Jays take series opener in Minnesota
• Guillen's doubles get it done in KC
• Greinke saves best, nastiest for last
• Willis to throw Saturday for Mud Hens
• Mulder back on mound, feeling good
• Fisk returns as White Sox ambassador
• Astros' Rodriguez throws simulated game
• Shea Apple may move over to Citi Field

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May 15, 2008
Brewers sign Braun to eight-year deal
Ryan BraunBrewers left fielder Ryan Braun signed an eight-year, $45 million contract on Thursday that sets the standard for players with zero to three years of Major League experience. More >
Inside Pitch: Deals bring early returns
Carlos Gomez has gotten off to a quick start in his first season with the Twins.It's never too early to check the status of some of the offseason moves and how they are impacting this season's races. MLB.com's Jim Molony takes a look at some of the early returns. More >
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• Escobar part of NL shortstop surge
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• Sizemore enjoys power surge at the top
• Nats' Johnson on DL with wrirst injury
• Another Weeks makes his mark
• NL's improvement reflected on ballot
• Schoeneweis OK after trip to hospital
• Manny makes another memorable play
• Edmonds makes Cubs debut vs. Padres
• Already good, Pedroia aims to be better
• Twins pitchers ready to swing the bat
• Pronk unsure whether he'll flash leather
• Castillo returns to lineup for Mets
• Brewers visit Beantown on FOX Saturday
• A's pitchers enroll in Hitting 101
• Gardenhire expects defense to improve
• Burnett finding himself in Bucs' bullpen
• DeWitt out of Dodgers lineup with back pain
• Nats look to add quality with No. 9 pick
• MLB council approves drug policy revisions
• Rays, Kazmir agree to extension
• Pedro pain-free in simulated game
• Girardi holds closed-door meeting
• Big Unit feeling fine after Tuesday start
• Yankees understand Hank's frustrations
• Annual Civil Rights game could move

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May 15, 2008
Kazmir seals new deal with win
Scott KazmirScott Kazmir's 100th career start was certainly one to remember. The lefty tossed six scoreless innings of three-hit ball to secure a 5-2 win over the Yankees on Thursday. More >
Hamels earns first career shutout
Cole HamelsCole Hamels authored a four-hit, five-whiff performance that gave the Phillies their first complete game of the season, a 5-0 win over the Braves at Citizens Bank Park on Thursday. More >
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• Scoreless streak ends, but Tribe wins
• Mariners to honor act of sportsmanship
• Interleague Play gets under way Friday
• Owner: Clemens undecided about retirement
• Homers fuel big comeback for Astros
• A-Rod receives approval for rehab games
• Smoltz tests shoulder on bullpen mound
• Gillick puzzled by deals for young players
• Nats' Bergmann outduels Mets' Pelfrey
• Cubs' Dempster does it all vs. Padres
• Dodgers back Billingsley with HR binge
• Royals finish homestand with a bang
• Bay's blast leaves Cardinals all wet
• Blue Jays complete sweep in extras
• Defensive gems save day for Nationals
• Colon tosses six scoreless for Paw Sox
• Barrett, Prior at different stages of rehab
• Nats' Johnson on DL with wrist injury
• Sore shoulder may sideline Lohse
• Reds-Marlins rained out on Thursday
• Edmonds makes Cubs debut vs. Padres
• Preliminary financing set for Rays' stadium
• Yanks send Igawa back to Triple-A
• Brewers reliever Riske lands on DL

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May 16, 2008
Subway Series features new faces
Darrell Rasner pitches against the Detroit Tigers in the second inning Saturday. The 12th installment of the Subway Series gets underway on Friday, as the Yankees welcome the one that got away, pitcher Johan Santana, to the Bronx. More >
Mix it up: Interleague Play offers intrigue
Joe Torre switched coasts, and now has a new rivalry to look forward to.Interleague Play starts this weekend, and with some teams playing as many as 18 Interleague games and others playing 15 this season, these contests could indeed play a role in helping to decide divisional and Wild Card races. More >
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• Draft notebook: Clock winding down
• Brewers visit Beantown on FOX Saturday
• TWIB shows players in their element
• Teams looking for immediate results
• Astros looking for turnaround in Draft
• Brewers option Stetter back to Triple-A
• Beckett, Villanueva to clash on TBS
• Weekend Watch: Fantasy tips
• Webb goes to 9-0; D-backs sweep Rox
• Brewers sign Braun to eight-year deal
• Hamels blanks Braves for first shutout
• Owners ratify tougher drug policy
• Mariners to honor act of sportsmanship
• Kazmir seals his new deal with victory
• Scoreless streak ends, but Tribe wins
• Owner: Clemens undecided about retirement
• A-Rod receives approval for rehab games
• Smoltz tests shoulder on bullpen mound
• Gillick puzzled by deals for young players
• Homers fuel big comeback for Astros
• Cubs' Dempster does it all vs. Padres
• Nats' Bergmann outduels Mets' Pelfrey
• Thome bests K-Rod as White Sox earn split
• Dodgers back Billingsley with HR binge

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May 16, 2008
Werth homers thrice in Phils' rout
Jayson Werth runs the bases after his grand slam in the third inning. Jayson Werth pounded three home runs -- two to the opposite field -- in Friday night's 10-3 drubbing of the Blue Jays. More >
Hamilton, Rangers put on clinic
Texas Rangers' Josh Hamilton, right, is met at home plate by teammate Ramon Vasquez (12) after Hamilton hit a three-run home run during the fourth inning of an interleague baseball game against the Houston Astros in Arlington, Texas, Friday, May 16, 2008. (AP Photo/LM Otero)Friday night belonged to Josh Hamilton, who went 5-for-5, knocking in a career-high five runs on two homers, as the Rangers pushed the Astros a game away from claiming the Silver Boot with a convincing 16-8 win. More >
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• Sonnanstine, Rays leave Cards in dark
• Byrnes busts out of slump in D-backs' win
• A-Rod to play in St. Pete on Saturday
• Mets clear the air before rainout
• Dunn's bases-loaded walk wins it for Reds
• Ramirez's first homer big for White Sox
• Braves' Kotsay foils A's, his former team
• Soriano leads Cubs past Bucs
• Orioles seize Beltway Series opener
• Rangers sluggers notch six-homer day
• Phillies lavish praise upon Werth
• Scioscia maintains the upper hand
• D-backs' Davis all set for Minors start
• Isringhausen heads to 15-day DL
• Prior has tear in right shoulder capsule
• Griffey pays off debt to Fogg in pennies
• Giants' Magowan announces retirement
• True fan Neukom eager to run Giants
• Sox not ready to commit to Colon yet
• Girardi, Leyland are AL All-Star coaches
• Randolph, Black in as NL All-Star coaches
• Moreno open to K-Rod talks
• Mets, Yanks join charity wine effort
• A salute to Seinfeld and baseball

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May 17, 2008
Efficient Johan lifts Mets over Yanks
Johan SantanaDespite surrendering three homers in his introduction to the Subway Series, Johan Santana allowed the Yankees little else on Saturday, lasting 7 2/3 in the Mets' 7-4 win. More >
Dunn's walk-off shot lifts Reds
Cincinnati Reds' Adam Dunn gets congratulated by his teammates after hitting a three-run home run off Cleveland Indians pitcher Masa Kobayashi in the ninth inning of a baseball game in Cincinnati on Saturday, May 17, 2008. The Reds won 4-2. (AP Photo/Tony Tribble)Adam Dunn's walk-off three-run home run in the bottom of the ninth sent a standing-room only crowd of 42,023 home happy Saturday afternoon. More >
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• Ramirez signs new deal with Florida
• A-Rod homers in rehab game
• Dice-K now 7-0 as Sox take Game 1
• Bauman: Mets' prize pays early dividends
• Dodgers solve Santana, Angels in Anaheim
• Harden looks like an ace for A's vs. Braves
• Rangers blast their way past Astros
• Orioles score enough to edge Nats
• Helms delivers in a pinch to lift Marlins
• Jays' Barajas burns Phils with homers
• McLouth ends Bucs' slide vs. Cubs
• Mets' win not without crisp defense
• Cathedral doesn't disappoint Alou
• Schilling reaches next step toward return
• Hamilton, Berkman in spotlight
• 'No exact timetable' for Joba's move
• Torre OK with not being at All-Star Game
• Royals' Soria gets extension for birthday
• Teammates like what Hanley's deal signals
• Willis effective in latest rehab start
• Penny scratched from Sunday start
• Werth's father revels in son's big night
• Jays' Wells frustrated by wrist injury
• Price caps rehab stint in memorable fashion

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May 18, 2008
Volquez outduels Lee, Reds sweep
Adam Dunn and Joey Votto homered, and Edinson Volquez allowed just two runs on four hits in six innings as the Reds completed a three-game sweep of the Indians with a 6-4 victory at Great American Ball Park. More >
Peavy to miss next start with sore elbow
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May 19, 2008
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Steady Jones not thinking about .400
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May 20, 2008
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Mike PiazzaMike Piazza, the self-made great who set Major League records for home runs by a catcher and for perseverance, formally announced his retirement from the sport on Tuesday. More >
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Piazza retires after 16 seasons
Catcher leaves behind legacy of production, perseverance
By Tom Singer / MLB.com

Mike Piazza finished his outstanding career with 427 home runs, including a record 396 as a catcher. (AP)


Mike Piazza, the self-made great who set Major League records for home runs by a catcher and for perseverance, formally announced his retirement from the sport on Tuesday.

Piazza, 39, made the decision seven months after he had become a free agent without receiving any appealing offers to prolong what almost surely will have been a Hall of Fame career.

If Piazza, who thus will first appear on the Hall of Fame ballot in 2012, does reach Cooperstown, he would set yet another record: the only 62nd-round Draft choice in that shrine.

Piazza's announcement drew quick reaction from the people touched by his career, such as Mets chairman and CEO Fred Wilpon, who saluted him "for his Hall of Fame caliber accomplishments in our game and with our team."

Chipper Jones of the Atlanta Braves -- Piazza's chief rivals both in his Dodgers days in the old National League West and later as a Met in the NL East -- called him "the best offensive catcher I've ever seen."

Piazza's afterthought selection by the Dodgers in the First Year Player Draft -- he was player No. 1,390 chosen, as a personal favor to Los Angeles manager Tom Lasorda, his godfather through a friendship with the family -- endured as the amazing backdrop to a 16-year career that produced 427 homers and a lifetime .308 average.

Of those home runs, 396 came as a catcher to shatter the previous record at the position, Carlton Fisk's 351. Next on that list are Johnny Bench (327) and Yogi Berra (306). All three are in the Hall of Fame.

"It has been an amazing journey," Piazza said in a lengthy statement released by his Beverly Hills, Calif.-based agent, Dan Lozano. "So today, I walk away with no regrets."

Lasorda called Piazza's career "one of the greatest success stories" that exceeded everyone's most reckless dreams.

"I can't say I knew he would turn out to be a Hall of Famer," said the former manager, a Hall of Famer himself. "But I saw the ability and nobody else saw it. Nobody wanted to draft him."

Piazza's final season, with the Oakland A's, turned into a strange farewell tour. He batted a typically solid .275 in 83 games as the Athletics' DH, but his return from an early May shoulder injury was delayed as Oakland considered putting him back behind the plate.

But after working toward that objective and a brief Minor League assignment, Piazza resumed his DH duties when he rejoined the A's in late July.

The A's were Piazza's fifth team, and the 2007 season was his only one in the American League. He spent his first 6 1/2 seasons with the Dodgers prior to a blockbuster deal to Florida, where he spent a week before the Marlins dealt him on to the Mets.

Following 7 1/2 seasons with the Mets, highlighted by his appearance in the 2000 World Series and two emotional confrontations with Yankees pitcher Roger Clemens, Piazza became a free agent for the first time and signed with San Diego.

He batted .283, with 22 home runs, in his only season with the Padres before moving north.

In his prepared statement, Piazza reflected on his New York years with particular fondness.

"Within the eight years I spent in New York, I was able to take a different look at the game of baseball," he said. "I wasn't just a young kid that was wet behind the ears anymore -- I was learning from other veteran guys like Johnny Franco, who taught me how to deal with the pressures of playing in New York, and Al Leiter, who knew what it took to win a world championship."

"Mike electrified New York City and energized our franchise after we acquired him in 1998," Wilpon said. "He was an integral part of our 2000 National League Championship club.

"Mike played the game with passion, class and heart -- symbolic of our city. We wish Mike, his wife, Alicia, and daughter Nicoletta all health and happiness as he begins a new chapter in his life."

Piazza also delivered a heartfelt message to the Shea Stadium fans who warmly adopted him:

"I have to say that my time with the Mets wouldn't have been the same without the greatest fans in the world. One of the hardest moments of my career was walking off the field at Shea Stadium and saying goodbye. My relationship with you made my time in New York the happiest of my career and for that, I will always be grateful."

"The guy could flat out rake to all fields," Jones said. "For a while, he was considered the best right-handed hitter in the game. You didn't want to see him come up with the game on the line, because usually he was going to hurt you."

Piazza never appeared frustrated by the absence of any tangible offers to remain on the field. Recently married and a new father, his announcement Tuesday came off as little more than a necessary formality.

"After discussing my options with my wife, family and agent, I felt it is time to start a new chapter in my life," he said in his statement.

His old chapter did not take long to unfold after his clandestine Draft selection.

Few people probably recall that Piazza was drafted as a first baseman, out of Miami-Dade College. Sensing his path to the Major Leagues would accelerate at a different, more demanding, less popular position, he took it upon himself to go to the Winter Leagues and learn to catch.

"Anyone who thinks anything was given to Mike because of Tommy has no understanding of what Mike had to go through," said Fred Claire, Dodgers general manager when Piazza was drafted and through 1998. "He earned every step, as well as my respect for all he accomplished."

His perception was perfect. Piazza made his Major League debut barely four years after being drafted, on Sept. 1, 1992 -- Mike Scioscia's final season as the Dodgers' longtime rock behind the plate.

Piazza batted .232 in 21 games in 1992 -- then quickly embarked on some of the most remarkable offensive seasons for anyone, much less someone who regularly squatted through 140 games.

In 1997, he batted .362, with 40 homers and 124 RBIs. In his first half-season with the Mets, in 1998, he batted .348, with 23 homers and 76 RBIs in 394 at-bats.

In his final three full seasons with the Dodgers, from 1995 through 1997, Piazza batted .348, with 108 homers and 322 RBIs. Discounting his debut September, his average did not dip below .300 until his 10th season, when he batted .280 for the Mets.

In that 1988 Draft, only five more players were even selected after Piazza. Out of that Draft's final five rounds, only two players ever made it to the Majors -- Don Wengert, a pitcher who would go 14-32 for six different teams, and Piazza.

An amazing journey, indeed.

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May 21, 2008
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Joba starts path to rotation
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May 23, 2008
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May 26, 2008
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May 27, 2008
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May 29, 2008
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May 30, 2008
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May 30, 2008
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June 1, 2008
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June 3, 2008
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June 4, 2008
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June 5, 2008
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• White Sox complete sweep of Royals
• Rollins accepts being benched
• Damon hopes bullpen remains strong
• Iguchi to hit DL with separated shoulder
• Kemp gets four games | Torrealba three
• Complete Draft coverage
• No. 1 pick Beckham enjoys his special day
• Rays fans make presence felt at Draft
• MLB recognizes Negro Leaguers in Draft
• Brewers continue family Draft ties
• Bucs take slugging infielder with top pick
• Power play: KC drafts potent lefty bat
• O's select first pitcher in 2008 Draft
• Giants select big-hitting catcher in Draft
• Skipworth caught by Marlins in first round
• A's select Miami's Weeks with 12th pick
• D-backs draft pitcher with pedigree

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June 7, 2008
Bonderman likely to miss rest of season
Jeremy BondermanDetroit Tigers right-hander Jeremy Bonderman likely will miss the rest of the season after undergoing medical procedures related to a blood clot. More >
Westbrook to miss rest of season
Jake WestbrookIndians right-hander Jake Westbrook, placed on the disabled list earlier this week with right elbow inflammation, will undergo season-ending Tommy John elbow ligament replacement surgery. More >
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• Dice-K resumes his routine at Fenway
• Manny returns to lineup on Saturday
• Stewart leaves Jays game early
• Blue Jays make slew of roster moves
• Hillman tries a new infield, lineup
• O's Burres to be bumped back a day
• Davies' win sparks a slew of memories
• Finding consistency crucial for Yanks
• Trembley tweaks lineup in Toronto
• Webb improves to 11-2 for D-backs
• Kuroda spins shutout in Dodgers' win
• College players taking over Draft
• Crisp handed seven-game suspension
• Trial set, Bonds searches for job
• Victorino beats Braves with bat, then arm
• Lackey lifts Angels to win over A's
• Kazmir gives Dad a happy birthday
• Complete Draft coverage
• Manny, Youkilis brush aside incident
• Felix extends dominance at Fenway
• Offensive outburst leads Sox over Twins
• Royals end road slide in New York
• Ellsbury gets good news on ailing wrist
• Lincecum again stopper for Giants in win
• One big inning gives Byrd win No. 100
• Wolf outduels Johan in Padres' victory

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June 8, 2008
Marquis solid in win vs. Dodgers
Jason Marquis retired 12 straight hitters at one point Sunday.Right-hander Jason Marquis had his best start of the season Sunday, limiting the Dodgers to three hits in 6 1/3 innings to lead the Cubs to a 3-1 win. More >
Another dramatic win for Padres
Wilfredo Ledezma pitched four innings and allowed five runs.Tony Clark hit a three-run home run in the bottom of the eighth inning off the Mets' Billy Wagner as the Padres won their fifth straight game, 8-6, on Sunday at PETCO Park. More >
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• Howard, Victorino lead Phillies to sweep
• Ellis beats Angels with walk-off slam
• Joba better, but Yanks' 'pen, pop win it
• Rangers ride long balls to win vs. Rays
• Five-run seventh lifts Redbirds to win
• Giants' bullpen ensures Zito's victory
• Chipper out with slight tear in leg muscle
• Big Papi resting at ease with new cast
• Dodgers' rotation gaining momentum
• Masterson continues to impress Red Sox
• Rookie pitchers, clutch hits fuel Tigers
• Bauman: Angels built for another title
• Tucker wins debut as Marlins roll
• Toronto's team effort stops skid
• Cubs' Lee has scary deja vu moment
• Bucs' bats awaken; Dumatrait tops D-backs
• March to 600 gets tough for Griffey
• Percival's return to mean tough choice
• Weeks sent to Milwaukee for tests on knee
• Can Chipper hit .400? Cubs not sure
• Giese sees first 'W' at Yankee Stadium
• Newest Padres Scholars introduced
• Hairston has late-inning magic
• LaRoche a likely infield option for Dodgers
• Angels hope Figgins returns by Friday