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Amy K. Nelson / MLB:
The events leading up to Nick Adenhart's death — A memorial was set up at the Fullerton intersection for those who were in the car with Nick Adenhart. — Editor's Note: The times listed below are exact in some cases and approximate in others, based on the recollections of those interviewed for this story.
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Amy K. Nelson / MLB:
Andrew Gallo family talks about Nick Adenhart crash: ‘He never meant to hurt anybody’ — FULLERTON, Calif. — Andrew Thomas Gallo, the man charged with killing Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim pitcher Nick Adenhart and two others in a car accident April 9, is an alcoholic, his family told ESPN.com.
David Ginsburg / Associated Press:
Nearly 1,800 pay tribute to Adenhart at memorial service — Public ceremony held at high school of Angels pitcher who died in car accident — WILLIAMSPORT - Jim Adenhart's voice cracked with emotion as he described his final day with his son during a funeral service Friday night for Los Angeles Angels pitcher Nick Adenhart.
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Tyler Kepner / New York Times:
Yanks Laud Attendance, but Some Seats Sit Empty — The Yankees' announced attendance Friday was 45,101, or 93.4 percent of the sold-out crowd for the Yankee Stadium opener Thursday. Considering the usual drop-off for early-season games, the Yankees were encouraged.
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Los Angeles Angels' Vladimir Guerrero (pec tear) out at least a month — MINNEAPOLIS — Vladimir Guerrero has a torn muscle in his chest and will miss at least a month. — The Angels sent the slugger to Los Angeles on Friday to be examined by noted team orthopedist Dr. Lewis Yocum, who found Guerrero's pectoral tear.
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Mike DiGiovanna / Angels Unplugged:
Guerrero has torn pectoral muscle; will be out for at least a month — MINNEAPOLIS — Vladimir Guerrero was diagnosed today with a torn pectoral muscle in his chest, an injury that sent the Angels slugger to the disabled list and will sideline him for at least a month and probably longer.
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Jen Langosch / By Gosh, It's Langosch:
Andy Phillips traded to White Sox; Bucs acquire Michael Dubee — The Pirates made a swap of Minor Leaguers on Friday. The organization traded infielder/outfielder Andy Phillips to the White Sox in exchange for RHP Michael Dubee. — Dubee, 23, went 5-7 with a 4.37 ERA in 30 appearances …
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Dejan Kovacevic / PBC Blog:
Pirates trade Phillips for minor pitcher — The Pirates today traded infielder Andy Phillips to the Chicago White Sox for right-handed pitcher Michael Dubee in an exchange of minor leaguers. — Dubee, 23, never has pitched above high Class A. Last season, he was 5-7 with a 4.37 ERA in 30 appearances …
Dave van Dyck / Chicago Tribune:
After winning big game, St. Louis Cardinals' P.J. Walters on hot seat — He makes debut Friday against Chicago Cubs and Carlos Zambrano — It isn't quite like the “old” days when Matt Morris and Dusty Baker had a way of stirring things up, and it isn't like the middle of the summer when fans …
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Gordon Wittenmyer / Chicago Sun Times:
Fired-up Milton Bradley has 1st explosion, ejection with Cubs
Fired-up Milton Bradley has 1st explosion, ejection with Cubs
Tracy Ringolsby / Inside the Rockies:
Morillo Claimed by Twins — Juan Morillo will join the Minnesota Twins. — The Twins were 21st in line to put in a claim, and were the first team that was willing to put up the $20,000 to acquire the hard-throwing right-hander from the Rockies. — When a player is placed on waivers …
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Chico Harlan / Nationals Journal:
Nats, Zimmerman Closing In on Extension — The Washington Nationals are moving toward a 5-year, $45 million extension with third baseman Ryan Zimmerman, a source said. The deal is not yet finalized, but indications are that the contract could be announced within the next few days.
Peter Abraham / The LoHud Yankees Blog:
Game 11: Indians at Yankees — YANKEES (5-5) — Pitching: RHP Joba Chamberlain (0-0, 1.50). — INDIANS (3-7) — Sizemore CF — DeRosa 3B — Martinez C — Hafner DH — Garko 1B — Choo RF — Francisco LF — Graffanino 2B — Cabrera SS — Pitching: RHP Anthony Reyes (1-0, 6.00)
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Associated Press:
Mets' Sheffield hits 500th home run — Nine-time All-Star becomes 25th player in history to reach milestone — NEW YORK - Gary Sheffield hit his 500th home run Friday night to became the 25th player in major league history to reach the milestone, belting a drive to left off Milwaukee's Mitch Stetter leading off the seventh inning.
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Philadelphia Phillies honor broadcaster Harry Kalas with ceremony — PHILADELPHIA — Hall of Fame broadcaster Harry Kalas was honored by the Philadelphia Phillies in a moving ceremony before Friday night's game against San Diego. — Kalas died Monday in Washington after collapsing …
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Jon Heyman / Sports Illustrated:
Mets plan to scratch Pelfrey from Sunday's start — The Mets are planning to scratch Mike Pelfrey from his scheduled start Sunday due to forearm tendinitis, sources said. — Pelfrey has been trying to talk the team out of scratching him, but sources indicate the team will play it safe and replace him.