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Ramirez Grand Slam Power Cubs

Rick Gano — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 23:13:58 EDT

Aramis Ramirez's grand slam caps a five-run eighth inning Thursday night, as the Cubs win their sixth straight game with a 6-4 win over the Philadelphia Phillies.

Jackson Takes Shutout Into the Eighth, Rays Win

AP — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 23:19:56 EDT

Cliff Floyd and Willy Aybar each homer as Tampa Bay beats Toronto, 3-2, on Thursday to guarantee they will finish no worse than .500 for the first time in franchise history.

Garza Lifts Rays Past Jays

AP — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 23:11:09 EDT

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -- Matt Garza and two relievers combined on a six-hitter and Carlos Pena homered to lead AL East-leading Tampa Bay past Toronto 1-0 Wednesday night.

Agent Tells Pirates It's an Undone Deal

Post — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT

Pedro Alvarez , the No. 2 pick in the June amateur draft, was placed on Major League Baseball's restricted list yesterday after his agent claimed the contract Alvarez agreed to with the Pirates minutes before the Aug. 15 signing deadline is not valid.

O's Cabrera May Miss Start With Sore Forearm

Post — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT

An MRI exam shows no damage in the ailing forearm of pitcher Daniel Cabrera, but manager Dave Trembley is considering moving him back in the rotation.

Baseball Trots Out Instant Replay

Chico Harlan — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT

For the first time, Major League Baseball will introduce a limited instant replay system to review questionable home runs -- a decision that counters the sport's tradition-bound ethos and subjects its most thrilling play to a new measure of scrutiny.

Marquis Tosses 7 Innings as Cubs Sweep Pirates

ALAN ROBINSON — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:25:29 EDT

PITTSBURGH -- Jason Marquis shut down Pittsburgh's batters, and the Chicago Cubs turned two well-placed bunts into two runs in the seventh inning and swept yet another three-game series from the Pirates with a 2-0 victory Wednesday.

Cubs Beat Pirates With Seven-Run Eighth

ALAN ROBINSON — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:22:51 EDT

Geovany Soto drives in seven runs and the Cubs overcome another Alfonso Soriano dropped fly ball to rally for a 14-9 victory over the Pirates on Tuesday.

Return Near For Rays' Longoria

Post — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT

Rays rookie third baseman Evan Longoria will resume hitting this week as he continues a rehab program for a broken bone in his right wrist.

No Decision: Glavine Unsure About '09

Post — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT

Braves pitcher Tom Glavine said he is sore after having season-ending elbow surgery last week and is unsure whether he'll pitch next season.

Rodriguez Flops as Red Sox Earn Big Win

Mike Fitzpatrick — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 22:50:03 EDT

Alex Rodriguez flops all night when the Yankees need a big hit and Tim Wakefield wins in his return from the disabled list as the Red Sox move a step closer to squashing New York's playoff hopes, beating Andy Pettitte and the Yankees, 7-3, on Tuesday night.

Baseball Source Tells AP Replay Starts Thursday

RONALD BLUM — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:30:46 EDT

Major League Baseball reverses its opposition to instant replay and will allow umpires to check video on home run calls in series that start Thursday, sources say.

Sizemore Joins 30-30 Club as Indians Top Tigers

AP — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 22:48:28 EDT

Grady Sizemore homers twice to join the 30-30 club to help the Indians win their eighth straight, 4-3, over the Tigers on Monday night.

Ramirez, Fukudome's Eight RBIs Lift Cubs

Alan Robinson — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 22:23:29 EDT

PITTSBURGH -- Aramis Ramirez homered and drove in three runs and the Chicago Cubs won their third in a row to retain the majors' best record, beating the Pittsburgh Pirates 12-3 Monday night.

Twins Bring Guardado Back to Help Bullpen

Post — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT

Former Minnesota reliever Eddie Guardado is acquired by the Twins in a trade with the Rangers for minor league pitcher Mark Hamburger.

Maine to DL With Bone Spur in Shoulder

Post — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT

John Maine is put on the 15-day disabled list because of a bone spur in his right shoulder, leaving the Mets without their No. 3 starter for the stretch run toward the playoffs.

Pena's Single in 8th Lifts Rays Over White Sox

ANDREW SELIGMAN — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 19:26:57 EDT

Carlos Pena's two-run single caps a four-run eighth inning as Tampa Bay beats Chicago, 5-3, Saturday to increase its AL East lead.

Beckett to Miss Tuesday's Start Against Yanks

Post — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT

Red Sox starter Josh Beckett will miss Tuesday's game against the Yankees because of continued numbness and tingling in his pitching arm.

Mets Put Off Castillo's Return to Action

Post — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT

With 38-year-old Damion Easley and rookie Argenis Reyes playing well at second base, New York temporarily shelves plans to activate Luis Castillo.

Burrell's 5 RBIs Back Hamels as Phils Top Dodgers

AP — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 20:59:29 EDT

Pat Burrell matches his career high with five RBI and Cole Hamels leads the Philadelphia Phillies past the Dodgers, 9-2, Saturday.

Drew Trying to Play Through Back Troubles

Post — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT

Red Sox rightfielder J.D. Drew has a herniated disk in his back, but is optimistic the pain will subside without a trip to the disabled list.

Cameron, Hardy Homer as Brewers Pound Pirates

Colin Fly — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 22:57:26 EDT

Mike Cameron homers to cap a six-run seventh and the Brewers shake off a slow start for a come-from-behind, 10-4 victory over the Pirates on Friday night.

Church Finally Retuns to Mets' Lineup

Post — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT

After two months of frustrating recovery from post-concussion syndrome, Ryan Church finally returns to the Mets lineup Friday against the Astros.

Santana Shuts Down Astros

Howie Rumberg — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 21:43:03 EDT

Johan Santana allows just eight hits in seven innings, and the Mets take advantage of the only two mistakes made by Roy Oswalt to beat the Astros, 3-0, on Friday night.

Pelfrey's 1st Complete Game Leads Mets Over Braves

MIKE FITZPATRICK — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 22:06:04 EDT

Mike Pelfrey allows three hits in his first career complete game, a 6-3 win for the Mets over the Braves on Wednesday.

Glavine Has No Elbow Ligament Damage

Post — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT

After surgery Thursday, Tom Glavine could be ready to pitch next season, but do the Braves want him?

Umpires Get on Board With Instant Replay

Post — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT

Baseball umpires and management sign an agreement Wednesday to start using instant replay to help determine calls on the field.

Angels Beat Rays to Regain Best Record in AL

FRED GOODALL — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 22:49:38 EDT

Garrett Anderson's tiebreaking single in the ninth inning Wednesday gives the Angels a 5-4 win over Tampa Bay in a battle between the AL's top teams.

Giants beat Marlins on wild pitch in 9th inning

AP — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 21:00:09 EDT

SAN FRANCISCO -- Emmanuel Burriss scored the winning run on a wild pitch in the bottom of the ninth inning, giving the San Francisco Giants a 4-3 victory over the Florida Marlins 4-3 on Thursday.

Halladay wins third straight vs. Yankees

AP — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 22:18:40 EDT

TORONTO -- Roy Halladay beat the Yankees for the third straight time, Marco Scutaro hit a three-run homer, and the Toronto Blue Jays handed New York its worst loss of the season, 14-3 on Thursday night.

Delgado's big night gives Mets sweep of Braves

JAY COHEN — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 22:42:45 EDT

NEW YORK -- Carlos Delgado singled in the winning run in the ninth inning and tied a career high with five hits Thursday night, sending the New York Mets to a 5-4 victory over the Atlanta Braves that completed a three-game sweep.

Webb wins No. 19 as Arizona beats Padres 4-1

TIM KORTE — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:29:25 EDT

PHOENIX -- Brandon Webb pitched seven shutout innings for his career-high and major league-leading 19th victory Thursday night in the Arizona Diamondbacks' 4-1 win over the San Diego Padres.

A's get rare victory, beat Mariners 2-0

GREGG BELL — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 01:20:50 EDT

SEATTLE -- Emil Brown homered and Greg Smith allowed four hits over six innings for his first win since June as the Oakland Athletics beat the Seattle Mariners 2-0 on Thursday night.

Delgado, Mets Rally Past Braves in Eighth

MIKE FITZPATRICK — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 02:35:06 EDT

The Mets get big hits with the bases loaded and their bullpen is outstanding, for a change, rallying past the Braves for a 7-3 win in New York.

Rays Rally to Beat Angels

FRED GOODALL — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 02:30:35 EDT

Willy Aybar breaks an eighth-inning tie with a two-run double, and the Rays rally past the Angels, 4-2, for their ninth victory in 11 games.

Umpires Balk at MLB's Plans for Instant Replay

Post — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT

Umpires say their governing board voted to boycott a conference call with management intended to discuss implementing replay, angry their concerns aren't being addressed.

Dodgers Take Maddux for Another Drive

Post — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT

Greg Maddux is back in Los Angeles for another stretch drive after the Padres trade the veteran starter for two minor league players to be named from the Dodgers.

Sheffield, Granderson Boost Tigers

AP — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 00:01:28 EDT

ARLINGTON, Texas -- Gary Sheffield hit career homer No. 493, Curtis Granderson had two triples and four RBIs, and the Detroit Tigers held on for an 8-7 victory over the Texas Rangers on Monday night.

Sabathia 9-0 With Brewers After 5th Complete Game

AP — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 23:22:02 EDT

MILWAUKEE -- CC Sabathia improved his perfect record with the Milwaukee Brewers, pitching another complete game Monday night in a 9-3 victory over the Houston Astros.

Sports Hernia Sidelines Kinsler, Could End His Season

Post — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT

All-star 2B Ian Kinsler was placed on the 15-day disabled list yesterday with a sports hernia, and could be headed for season-ending surgery.

Zito Dominates as Giants Beat Braves

GEORGE HENRY — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 19:51:53 EDT

ATLANTA -- Barry Zito won for just the third time since the All-Star break, leading the San Francisco Giants over the Atlanta Braves 5-0 Monday.

Pirates' Moss Leaves With Ankle Injury

Post — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT

Pirates outfielder Brandon Moss leaves Pittsburgh's game against the Mets after twisting his left ankle while batting against New York ace Johan Santana.

Quentin, Ramirez Each Drive in Four as Chicago Tops A's

AP — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 19:01:12 EDT

Carlos Quentin hits his 34th homer and drives in four runs, Alexei Ramirez adds a grand slam and the White Sox win a series in Oakland for the first time in eight years by beaeting the A's 13-1 on Sunday.

Santana's Three-Hitter Leads Mets Past Pirates

AP — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 17:10:44 EDT

Johan Santana pitches a three-hitter for his fifth career shutout and the streaking Mets use home runs from Brian Schneider and Carlos Beltran to cap a 4-0 win over the Pirates.

Eight Runs in Seventh Help Cubs Roll Past Marlins

AP — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 17:13:06 EDT

Two-run doubles by Alfonso Soriano and Aramis Ramirez spark an eight-run seventh inning that rallies the Cubs past the Marlins, 9-2, on Sunday.

Blue Jays Pound Beckett, Red Sox

AP — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 17:16:24 EDT

Alex Rios goes 5-for-6 and matches a club record with four doubles as the Blue Jays knock Boston ace Josh Beckett out after 2 1-3 innings in a 15-4 victory Sunday.

Martinez Goes Season-Best 7 Innings in Mets' Win

AP — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 22:16:05 EDT

Pedro Martinez pitches seven innings Saturday and Jose Reyes and Ramon Castro homer to lead the Mets past the Pirates, 7-4.

Braves' Glavine Will Miss Rest of Season

Post — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT

Braves starter Tom Glavine is out for the season, and his career could be over if he needs major surgery on his injured left elbow.

Rays' Upton Is Benched for Not Hustling

Post — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT

Rays centerfielder B.J. Upton is benched for the second time in less than two weeks for failing to run hard on a double-play grounder.

Roy Halladay's 8th Complete Game Stops Red Sox

AP — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 21:56:57 EDT

Roy Halladay pitches his major league-leading eighth complete game Saturday as the Blue Jays beat Boston, 4-1.

Ward's Pinch-Hit Homer Lifts Cubs

AP — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 22:21:18 EDT

Daryle Ward's pinch-hit three-run homer in the ninth inning gives the Cubs a 6-5 win over Florida on Friday night and Chicago's ninth straight road victory.