Gorzelanny likely to return to Nats on Sunday  —  WASHINGTON — The Nationals optioned right-hander Yunesky Maya to Triple-A Syracuse on Wednesday, a day after his fourth start in place of Tom Gorzelanny.  The Nationals will likely activate Gorzelanny from the 15-day disabled list Sunday for his start.

Prince Fielder would consider Cubs in free agency  —  Despite a rivalry with the Cubs that has at times seemed personal, Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Prince Fielder said Tuesday he hasn't ruled out the Cubs as a possible destination if he reaches free agency this fall.

Scott Kazmir has another bad minor league start, may be finished as an Angel  —  Struggling left-hander gives up six earned runs in 1 2/3 innings for Salt Lake, pushing his ERA with triple-A team to 17.02, and Angels may have to release him — and eat $14.5 million on his contract.

Injuries to Derek Jeter, Russell Martin squeeze Yankees  —  NEW YORK — Joe Girardi knew Derek Jeter would lobby hard to avoid his first trip to the disabled list since 2003.  —  But the New York Yankees manager, remembering a similar situation last year with third baseman Alex Rodriguez …

Florida Marlins call up Jose Lopez, who will start at second base tonight  —  The Marlins made a few roster moves after the first game of today's double-header: RHP Elih Villanueva was optioned back to Class AAA New Orleans after allowing eight runs in three innings in an 8-1 loss.

Hanley sits out day game after night game  —  Star shortstop expected to play in twin-bill nightcap  —  PHILADELPHIA — On Wednesday morning, before Game 1 of a split doubleheader, Marlins shortstop Hanley Ramirez was taking his regular round of batting practice.  The 27-year-old also fielded his share of grounders.

Rehab over, Mauer to return to Twins lineup Friday  —  FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) Joe Mauer's return to the Minnesota lineup has been set for Friday.  —  Mauer finished his minor-league rehabilitation assignment by facing teammate Joe Nathan in a live batting practice session in Florida on Wednesday.

Einhorn Could Get Control Of New York Mets For $1  —  In three years hedge fund manager David Einhorn could gain control of the New York Mets for $1.  —  Last month Einhorn and the owners of the MLB team, Fred Wilpon and Saul Katz, came to terms on a deal in which Einhorn would pay $200 million …

Phil Hughes could be pitching for New York Yankees by early July if rehab starts go smoothly  —  The injury-riddled Yankees' pitching staff could be getting a lift at the start of next month in the form of Phil Hughes.  —  Hughes, out since April 15 with inflammation in his shoulder …

Jhoulys Chacin stymies Padres as Rockies win 6-3  —  DENVER - Jhoulys Chacin scattered three hits over six sharp innings and Seth Smith hit a tiebreaking single as part of a five-run sixth, lifting the Colorado Rockies to a 6-3 win over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday.

Heyward activated from DL, ready to play  —  ATLANTA — Confident that his right shoulder will no longer be a problem, Jason Heyward returned to the Braves' lineup for Wednesday night's game against the Mets at Turner Field.  —  The Braves activated Heyward from the disabled list late Wednesday afternoon …