Notes: Lee returns to Cubs' lineup  —  Bynum hospitalized with inconclusive diagnosis  —  MINNEAPOLIS — When Derrek Lee heard that Tony Womack had to leave Saturday's game with an injury, he knew the Chicago Cubs would be a man short.  When he heard that Freddie Bynum had to leave the game …

Red Sox fans need to heartily boo Pedro  —  They did the same to Damon - it would be an insult to do otherwise  —  Red Sox fans should boo Pedro Martinez when he returns to Fenway Park and pitches for the Mets on Wednesday, writes MSNBC.com columnist Mike Celizic.  —  Mike Celizic  —  Mike Celizic

Sanchez will remain in majors  —  MIAMI GARDENS — Anibal Sanchez won't be sent back to the minor leagues for now.  He might even wind up as a fixture in the Marlins' rotation soon.  —  After Sanchez shut down the Yankees for 5 2/3 innings Sunday to win his major-league debut at Yankee Stadium …

Reyes earns weekly honor again  —  Shortstop hits .613 en route to National League award  —  Mets shortstop Jose Reyes won't have to share his Player of the Week honor with anybody this week.  —  The Bank of America award for the week of June 19-25 belongs solely to Reyes …

Minor league manager loses cool, fined, suspended  —  LEXINGTON, Ky. — Once the umpire called Roger Clemens' kid safe, a minor league manager threw a major league tantrum that would have made Lou Piniella, Earl Weaver and Tommy Lasorda proud.  —  It also cost Asheville Tourists manager Joe Mikulik …

Mailbag: Robinson on Nats fans' minds  —  Beat reporter Bill Ladson answers your questions … I take offense to Frank Robinson's recent comments in an interview conducted by you.  Regarding his lack of popularity in Montreal compared to Washington, he stated, "The Montreal fans …

Ortiz lifts Sox to another thrilling win  —  Papi's RBI single in 12th extends Boston's streak to nine  —  BOSTON — Charlie Manuel wasn't going to make the same mistake twice.  After Mark Loretta doubled, representing the winning run in the 11th inning against the Phillies on Monday afternoon …

Don't expect 'Manny being Manny' this year  —  It's that time of year, isn't it?  Time for Manny Ramirez to start grumbling.  Time for the trade rumors to begin circulating.  Time for . . .  Wait!  —  We interrupt "Manny being Manny" to bring you this news bulletin, courtesy of Ramirez's agent, Greg Genske.

Rios emerging in relative obscurity … For almost a half-season, a certain outfielder for the Toronto Blue Jays has been a major offensive force in the American League, but few south of the U.S.-Canadian border have noticed.  —  "Who is Alex Rios?" has been one of the most-asked questions …

Angels come alive for Lackey  —  Five-run eighth inning gives right-hander much-needed win  —  ANAHEIM — Apparently, the cavalry is ready to ride.  —  Over the weekend, manager Mike Scioscia said that he and his staff were not simply waiting for outside help to arrive and rescue them from a lackluster season.

Wood may pitch this season  —  Shoulder exam shows a muscle imbalance, no structural damage  —  An examination of Kerry Wood's troubling right shoulder found a slight muscular imbalance that's causing the soreness, trainer Mark O'Neal said Monday.  —  Wood threw a bullpen session during …

When the cheering stops  —  Retirement new game for athletes  —  They heard the cheers.  They cashed the paychecks.  They scored touchdowns and hit home runs and jump shots.  —  They won national titles and set records.  One was a Miami Hurricane and later a Pittsburgh Steeler.

Mailbag: Century mark within reach?  —  Mets beat writer Marty Noble answers fans' questions  —  Is there a chance that the Mets can win more than 100 games?  — Patrick F., Deer Park, N.Y.  —  A legit chance?  Sure.  A likelihood?  I wouldn't bet the house or even the front door.

Mailbag: Peavy injury conscious  —  Beat reporter Lyle Spencer answers Padres fans' questions  —  Do you think that Jake Peavy's bravado gets in the way of his better judgment when it comes to telling the coaching staff about his aches and pains?  If so, when will he learn that it's OK to be vulnerable?

Game over?  —  Gagne's latest comeback bid clouded by uncertainty  —  LOS ANGELES — The memory of Eric Gagne entering a ballgame is one of the most profound ones that fans of the Los Angeles Dodgers have.  —  Right now, that's all Gagne is — a memory.  —  His entrances from the Dodger …