A-Rod knows it's over  —  You could tell as soon as he said it that he would regret it.  But Alex Rodriguez, when asked about the Yankees being passed by the Blue Jays in the standings, said the following:  —  “Toronto's playing really well,” he said.  “I'll tell you what …

Gameday Live 143: Yankees at Mariners  —  We apologize for the difficulties.  Stephen Haynes here with you in the top of the 4th inning.  —  Derek Jeter and Xavier Nady hit solo home runs to give the Yankees a 2-0 lead.  —  Bottom of the 3rd  —  Mike Mussina was coasting with a 2-0 lead …

postGame: Phillies 6 Mets 2  —  The Mets (79-63) lost to the Phillies (78-64) today by the score of 6 to 2 in Shea Stadium.  —  For a recap, boxscore, stats, etc., go to SNY.tv.  —  As Gary Cohen said during today's broadcast, you can tip your cap to Brett Myers's performance during Friday night's game …

Twins can't contain Tigers in finale  —  Bullpen surrenders lead in sixth; Morneau drives in four runs  —  MINNEAPOLIS — Sitting in his office before Sunday's series finale against the Tigers, Twins manager Ron Gardenhire looked physically drained.  He admitted that Minnesota's recent 14 …

Padres' Young loses perfect game in 8th, settles for 10-1 win  —  MILWAUKEE (AP) — Chris Young came within four outs of a perfect game, retiring the first 23 Milwaukee Brewers in order before Gabe Kapler homered, and the San Diego Padres beat the Milwaukee Brewers 10-1 on Sunday.

Wagner could be done for season  —  Billy Wagner walked off the mound in disgust a few minutes ago after he was forced to cut short his first session against hitters since Aug. 16 in Pittsburgh.  —  In between games of today's split doubleheader, Wagner was pitching to Gustavo Molina when he bounced a fastball off his foot.

Scoops of all Sizes from Around the Major Leagues  —  White Sox skipper Ozzie Guillen was chatting with a group of reporters this past week, when the talk turned to analyzing the remaining schedules of the two contenders in the American League Central.  Some felt that the Sox had the easier path …

Giants bring up 2008 pick Gillaspie  —  Third baseman gets quick taste of Majors after 24 pro games  —  SAN FRANCISCO — The Giants accelerated their youth movement toward warp speed Saturday by purchasing the contract of third baseman Conor Gillaspie, who has all of 24 games of professional experience.

Silva scratched; Feierabend gets Sunday start  —  The Mariners had to make a last-minute course correction Sunday morning when Carlos Silva wound up being unable to make his scheduled start.  —  Left-hander Ryan Feierabend, who was scheduled to start Tuesday against Texas …

Michael journeys to Japan  —  SEATTLE - In a sign that the Yankees could be involved in some overseas bidding this winter, Gene Michael was sent on a scouting mission to Japan, although it is unclear whether the Yankees have their eye on a particular player.

Keep hands off souvenirs at stadiums  —  It's the one souvenir fans want to avoid in their final visits to Yankee and Shea stadiums - an official pair of NYPD handcuffs.  —  With both the Yankees and the Mets set for their final regular season home stands this month, security and scrutiny …