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George A. King III / New York Post:
JOBA'S SHOULDER BEARS WATCHING — For the second time inside of two months, Joba Chamberlain experienced discomfort in his valuable right shoulder Sunday at Fenway Park. — According to several people, Chamberlain said the shoulder was tight after exiting the first game of the doubleheader …
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Peter Abraham / The Journal News:
Yanks leaning toward leaving Joba as starter — BOSTON - Joba Chamberlain finished the season having thrown only 100 1/3 innings because of a shoulder injury that caused him to miss a month. If the Yankees stick to their organizational beliefs, the 23-year-old right-hander will be limited to 140 innings next season.
Peter Abraham / The LoHud Yankees Blog:Pettitte thinking it over — Andy Pettitte stopped by for a few minutes.
Peter Abraham / The LoHud Yankees Blog:Closing time in the clubhouse — Teams usually open …
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Scott Merkin / MLB.com:
Sox want a ‘blackout’ for Tuesday — For one-game tiebreaker, team urging fans to wear all black — CHICAGO — A blackout coming in a city the size of Chicago usually leads to more than a fair share of worry and maybe a few dire circumstances. — That blackout takes on a completely different meaning …
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Scott Merkin / MLB.com:
White Sox force one-game tiebreaker — Chicago to face Twins after Ramirez's slam seals victory — CHICAGO — A full 162-game schedule will not be enough to decide the American League Central title. — The White Sox forced Tuesday's one-game tiebreaker on Monday by virtue of an 8-2 victory …
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Metrodome Memories
Joe Cowley / Chicago Sun Times:‘Big Game Gavin’? Floyd eager to face Garcia
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John Donovan / Sports Illustrated:Pitching mess could doom White Sox even if they make playoffs
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David Murphy / Philly.com:
Brewers go with Gallardo — According to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel, the Brewers are going to throw young righty Yovani Gallardo against Cole Hamels in Game One on Wednesday. A very interesting move. Stuff wise, this guy is probably the second-best pitcher on the staff.
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The Good Phight
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Gallardo will open playoffs for Brewers — Yovani Gallardo will start Game 1 for the Milwaukee Brewers in the NL playoffs against Philadelphia, followed by ace CC Sabathia for Game 2. “I don't know how to explain it. I'm very excited, just ready to go,” Gallardo said Monday.
Corey Brock / MLB.com:
Black, four Padres coaches returning — SAN DIEGO — Bud Black will return for the third season as manager of the Padres. — The team announced Monday that Black and four coaches will return next season. Bench coach Craig Colbert did not have his contract renewed.
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Associated Press:
Padres retain Black as manager for 2009 season — SAN DIEGO — Bud Black is coming back as manager of the San Diego Padres despite the club's worst finish in 15 seasons. — The Padres announced late Monday afternoon that Black and most of his staff will return in 2008.
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Baseball Musings
Harvey Araton / New York Times:
For Two G.M.'s, Payoffs Come Without Playoffs — The season was over, and Omar Minaya had some explaining to do. He walked into the interview room Monday afternoon in the now-retired Shea Stadium, wearing a dark gray suit with a white shirt, open at the top, and proceeded to espouse …
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Ken Davidoff / Newsday:To solve Mets' bullpen problem, bid for K-Rod
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Steven Goldman / New York Sun:
Martinez, Mussina Exits May Mark End of an Era — It's the end of an era in New York. Forget the dual destruction of two long-standing baseball edifices in Yankee Stadium and Shea Stadium; the end of the season may also have brought a conclusion to the careers of two fin de siècle pitching greats …
Adam McCalvy / MLB.com:
CC's masterpiece clinches Wild Card — Braun's clutch homer gives Milwaukee first berth since '82 — MILWAUKEE — CC Sabathia strapped a whole city to his broad shoulders and carried it to the postseason. — Ryan Braun provided the last big push. — That's right, Brewers fans …
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Brew Crew Ball
Associated Press:
BoSox's ailing Drew, Lowell may play in opener … BOSTON (AP) — Mike Lowell and J.D. Drew took batting practice on an overcast day at Fenway Park. When they were done, the outlook for Boston's two injured hitters was brighter. — Both could be ready for Wednesday night's opener …
