Russell's future with Pirates unclear  —  Fox Sports  —  The Pirates are holding internal discussions about the immediate future of manager John Russell, multiple major-league sources say.  —  While it is unclear whether Russell's firing is imminent, the timing would make sense.

ORTIZ HOMERS AS RED SOX DOWN DIAMONDBACKS  —  The Sports Network  —  Boston, MA (Sports Network) - David Ortiz finished 2-for-4 with a two-run homer as Boston doubled up Arizona, 6-3, in the opener of a three-game interleague set from Fenway Park.  —  Dustin Pedroia collected two hits …

LONGORIA, PRICE PROPEL RAYS TO WIN OVER BRAVES  —  The Sports Network  —  Atlanta, GA (Sports Network) - Evan Longoria homered and ended with three RBI while David Price became the American League's first 10-game winner, as the Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Atlanta Braves, 10-4 …

BOX SCORE  —  “Right now, it's getting better, but we're not ready yet,” Minaya said.  —  Once Beltran begins his rehab assignment, the Mets will have 20 days to activate him.  Minaya said Beltran will largely be responsible for setting the pace.  —  “There's going to be a point where he says, 'Hey, I'm ready to go,' ” Minaya said.

Yankees rough up Halladay, thump Phillies 8-3  —  NEW YORK (AP) — Even after adding Roy Halladay , the Philadelphia Phillies can't seem to stop that New York Yankees lineup.  —  Nick Swisher and the Yankees handed Halladay a rare thumping, beating Philadelphia and its new ace 8-3 Tuesday night in a World Series rematch.

Twins mull over deadline shopping list  —  Plugging holes at the front of the rotation, third base and in the bullpen could solidify their AL Central lead.  —  The Twins proved last season that they can enter the trade market and strengthen the roster for a playoff run.  They might be back at it in the coming weeks.

Aaron Heilman moves into closer's role for Diamondbacks  —  BOSTON - Manager A.J. Hinch made a change at closer Tuesday, bumping struggling Chad Qualls in favor of Aaron Heilman, who has been the club's only consistently effective reliever.  —  “I'm going to try a few different things,” Hinch said.

Pavano, Kubel lead Twins over Rockies  —  MINNEAPOLIS—Carl Pavano allowed two runs on five hits in seven innings and Jason Kubel homered to lead the Minnesota Twins to a 9-3 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday night.  —  Pavano (7-6) struck out five and walked one …

Arrieta pitches Orioles past Giants.  —  SAN FRANCISCO—Jake Arrieta gave up three hits over seven-plus innings, Adam Jones hit a home run and the Baltimore Orioles ended a four-game losing streak, beating the San Francisco Giants 4-1 Tuesday night.  —  Ty Wigginton drove in two runs …

Amaro: This is Our Team  —  Ruben Amaro Jr. chatted with reporters for more about 13 minutes today at Yankee Stadium.  —  Here are the highlights:  —  Q: Are you concerned?  —  A: I'm paid to be concerned.  That's my job.  We've gone through a tough time, but it's not like it's …