Lowrie might be activated tomorrow  —  Jed Lowrie was expected in the Sox clubhouse here at Oakland-Alameda Coliseum shortly.  While he will not be activated in time for tonight's game, according to manager Terry Francona, he's expected to take a roster spot tomorrow or in time for the Seattle series.

Sox have made pitch for Dunn - ball is in Rizzo's court  —  SEATTLE - When discussing the trade market on Monday, Ken Williams chose his words carefully, using phrases like, “We'll see how that develops,” and “... right now, I don't see anything materializing.”  —  It hasn't been from a lack of trying.

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Contact Us  —  Registration … The Los Angeles Dodgers are interested in Pirates starter Paul Maholm, an industry source outside the team said this afternoon.  —  There has been no indication from the Pirates that Maholm or any player is on the trading block, though they have acknowledged that they will listen to offers.

Nippert day-to-day after liner to head  —  DETROIT — Rangers pitcher Dustin Nippert is day-to-day after being hit on the right side of his head by a line drive that forced him to come out of Monday's game against the Tigers.  He was taken to Henry Ford Hospital for a CAT scan that came back negative.

Dodgers place Manny on disabled list  —  LOS ANGELES — Dodgers outfielder Manny Ramirez was put on the 15-day disabled list Tuesday after an MRI revealed a strain in his right calf.  —  To take his place on the roster, the Dodgers activated catcher Brad Ausmus.

Lou Piniella, former Yankees manager and player, will retire as manager of Cubs at end of season  —  Lou Piniella is retiring as manager of the Chicago Cubs effective at the end of the season, the Daily News has learned.  —  The 67-year-old Piniella, who led the Cubs to NL Central division titles …

Braves built to last, Padres aren't  —  On a springtime glance at the schedule, the matchup didn't look like much: Padres at Braves, over three weeknights in the middle of July.  —  But look at them now.  —  Tonight, the teams with the two best records in the National League will meet at Turner Field.

Camacho Nachos (Dodger Stadium)  —  “Adding pinches of flavor to the usual stadium nachos, the Camacho Nachos are topped with guacamole, pico de gallo and sour cream.  Choose chicken or carne asada.”  —  $8.50  —  Cleveland Pops Popcorn Triple Mix (Progressive Field)

Yankees' Pettitte placed on DL with groin strain  —  The Sports Network  —  New York, NY (Sports Network) - The Yankees officially placed pitcher Andy Pettitte on the disabled list with a left groin strain, and the lefty will reportedly be sidelined for approximately a month.

Trading's in the cards for Jays  —  With a throng of scouts watching the Jays in Kansas City, there's a good chance deals will be done

Conte's products remain the word for Byrd  —  career year was rudely interrupted Sunday when twice he was plunked by pitches from Roy Halladay  —  . He gamely refrained from rubbing his thigh or shoulder, but afterward Byrd consulted with his trusted performance-improving supplement guru …

Source: Los Angeles Angels focus on Kansas City Royals third baseman Alberto Callaspo  —  NEW YORK — Though rumors continue to swirl that the Los Angeles Angels are pursuing an impact bat before the July 31 trade deadline, general manager Tony Reagins has quietly set his sights on more easily attainable infield help.