Rain, extras don't damper Braves win  —  Johnson's 10th-inning RBI single propels team over Nats  —  ATLANTA — There were definitely more efficient ways the Braves could have opened the home portion of their schedule.  But watching Jordan Schafer slide across the plate with the winning run …

Los Angeles Angels trying to cope with Nick Adenhart's loss  —  Angels try to carry on with baseball, business on day after Adenhart's death … ANAHEIM, Calif. — The women brought white potted lilies and set them on the ground beside bouquets and balloons, among lit candles and signed jerseys and caps outside the stadium.

Stadium Work Done by Firms New York Shuns  —  Millions of dollars worth of work associated with the new baseball stadiums for the Yankees and Mets was performed by companies that New York City avoids doing business with because of prior allegations of corruption and ties to organized crime.

Anderson is designated  —  MIAMI — As expected, the Mets designated pinch-hitting specialist Marlon Anderson for assignment this afternoon to make room for Livan Hernandez.  If Anderson clears waivers, he can either accept a spot at Triple-A Buffalo or become a free agent.

MARTINEZ WILL PLAY THIS SEASON, FRIEND SAYS  —  Pedro Martinez hasn't started the clock on his five-year waiting period for the Hall of Fame just yet.  —  Though Opening Day passed with Martinez still unemployed, the right-hander fully expects to pitch in the major leagues this season …

Promising start doesn't last for Indians  —  Trio of homers wasted when pitching, defense unravel  —  CLEVELAND — The Indians waited through a three-hour, 47-minute rain delay to finish Friday's home opener against the Blue Jays.  —  The wait for their first win of 2009 is ongoing.

Walk-off secures Marlins' first 4-0 start  —  Cantu's game-winning single erases blown lead in ninth  —  MIAMI — Pain was replaced by elation for Jorge Cantu and the Marlins on Friday night.  —  Two days after being drilled on the back of his left hand by a fastball …

Kindling Juan Morillo's Heat  —  Juan Morillo is 25-years-old with an average fastball velocity near 97 miles per hour.  As far as baseball chances go, the only thing that Morillo could do to make himself more endearing to a long-term career - minus becoming a good pitcher - is to throw left-handed.

Dodgers lower prices on beer  —  Buzz up!  —  LOS ANGELES (AP)—Fans can buy tickets, park and munch on Dodger Dogs for the same price as last season while paying less for beer and other concessions when the Los Angeles Dodgers host the San Francisco Giants in their home opener Monday.

Brocail heads home for shoulder exam  —  Astros reliever returns to Houston after uncomfortable outing  —  ST. LOUIS — After notifying management following his outing Friday against the Cardinals that he is experiencing discomfort in his right shoulder, right-hander Doug Brocail made arrangements …

Brewers rally against Cubs closer Gregg for win  —  MILWAUKEE (AP) — Ryan Braun's grounder to shortstop scored Rickie Weeks on a close play at the plate, and the Milwaukee Brewers rallied for two runs in the ninth inning against new Chicago Cubs closer Kevin Gregg for a 4-3 victory in their home opener Friday.