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Marty Noble / MLB.com:
Johan scratched, to see doctor Tuesday — Ace has elbow pain; Francoeur tears thumb ligament — NEW YORK — Mets players said Monday they expect Johan Santana will require surgery on his left elbow to repair whatever malady has prompted the club to scratch the pitcher from his scheduled start against the Marlins in Miami on Tuesday.
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Buster Olney / MLB:
New York Mets hope pitcher Johan Santana's injury won't require major surgery, sources say … The New York Mets won't know for sure about the status of star pitcher Johan Santana until sometime after he undergoes tests on Tuesday afternoon, but the expectation within the organization …
Tim Smith / NY Daily News:
Smith: Santana should rest and rehab … The final nail in the hopes and dreams of the Mets' 2009 season was driven home when Jerry Manuel announced Monday that Johan Santana would miss his start Tuesday against the Marlins because of “discomfort” in his elbow.
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Injury to New York Mets' Johan Santana a concern; right fielder Jeff Francoeur has torn ligament — NEW YORK — Johan Santana and Jeff Francoeur are the latest Mets stars to be sidelined with injuries. — Santana was scratched Monday from his next scheduled start because of discomfort in his pitching elbow.
Associated Press:
Bosox continue offensive surge, whip Contreras, Chisox — BOSTON (AP) — Jose Contreras' (FSY) two-out error on a slow roller led to six runs in the third inning and the Boston Red Sox extended their offensive surge with a 12-8 win over the Chicago White Sox on Monday night.
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Anthony McCarron / NY Daily News:
How the Yankees saved their season — Manager Joe Girardi gets tossed by first-base ump during June 24 game in Atlanta. Many feel ejection was turning point in Yankees' season. … The night everything changed for the Yankees started out like any other night in what was rapidly turning into a lost season.
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Jon Heyman / Sports Illustrated:Dream World Series matchups, latest on Billy Wagner and notes
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Troy E. Renck / Denver Post:
Rox jolt Giants with slam in 14th — Spilborghs' blast delivers an improbable victory that adds to wild-card lead — These are the types of games you expect in October, not August. — For three straight days, the Rockies and Giants played as if there was bunting hanging from the rafters and frost on the grass.
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Cheng Sio / MLB.com:
Spilborghs redeemed by walk-off slam — Rockies expand Wild Card lead to four games over Giants — DENVER — Ryan Spilborghs watched the flight of the ball as he ran to first base, but once it landed into the Rockies bullpen, he raised his arms in celebration and jetted around the bases — literally.
Paul Sullivan / Chicago Tribune:
Rich Harden's contract an off-season challenge for Chicago Cubs — Starter in line for long-term deal approaching $60 million — Rich Harden throws to the Marlins in the second inning. (J Pat Carter, Associated Press / July 31, 2009) — While Carlos Zambrano takes the spotlight Tuesday night …
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Chico Harlan / Nationals Journal:
Riggleman's Future — I'm in Chicago right now. I adore Chicago. I love running along Lake Michigan in the mornings. I love the food and the ballpark. Also, my last name isn't Bartman, so it's a bit easier to feel okay about friendly citizens here. — The Nats begin their three-city …
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Rhett Bollinger / MLB.com:
Angels' rally falls short against Tigers — Bats come alive late, but 10-run deficit is too much — ANAHEIM — The Angels nearly erased a 10-run deficit against the Tigers on Monday, but they fell short in a 10-7 loss at Angel Stadium. — Angels right-hander Jered Weaver was hit hard by Miguel Cabrera …
Tony Massarotti / Boston Globe:
Source: Wagner deal ‘probably dead’ — Billy Wagner still has until 1:30 p.m. to change his mind, but a well-placed baseball source with knowledge of discussions between Wagner and the Red Sox termed the talks between the player and team as “probably dead” a short time ago.
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Bill Oram / Washington Post:
Brewers Hammer Nats in the Sixth — As the Nationals have steadily shown improvement in the last month, questions slowly have been resolved. Last week they locked up a permanent general manager and signed their No. 1 draft pick. More broadly, they've learned that Adam Dunn can be an effective …
Associated Press:
Colorado Rockies sign former A's, Yankees 1B Jason Giambi to minor league contract — DENVER — The Colorado Rockies have signed former AL MVP Jason Giambi to a minor league contract. — The 38-year-old Giambi will report to Triple-A Colorado Springs, hoping for a September call-up to help the Rockies with their pennant push.
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