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David Waldstein / New York Times:
Despite Criticism by an Owner, Positive Feelings — SAN FRANCISCO — In the wake of public criticisms from Fred Wilpon, the Mets' principal owner, in a May edition of The New Yorker, the team held a meeting in the cramped visitors' clubhouse at Wrigley Field.
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Associated Press:
Giants beat Mets 4-2 in final game before break — SAN FRANCISCO - Pablo Sandoval celebrated his first All-Star game selection by hitting an RBI double to extend his hitting streak to 21 games and fellow All-Star Matt Cain pitched six scoreless innings to lead the San Francisco Giants …
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Adam Berry / MLB.com:
Beltran, Reyes pleasant surprises for Collins — SAN FRANCISCO — According to Mets manager Terry Collins, every good team has at least one surprise storyline every season. His 2011 club, set to enter the break with a winning record, has been no exception through the All-Star break.
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Jayson Stark / MLB:
Union chief defends All-Stars who will skip game — PHOENIX — Despite the withdrawal of 15 players from the All-Star rosters in recent days, union chief Michael Weiner told ESPN.com Sunday that this year's mass all-star exodus is more about “circumstance” than an indication that players don't care about the All Star Game.
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Associated Press:
Grant Green takes home MVP at Futures game — PHOENIX (AP) - Grant Green thought back to the last time he was an MVP. — It was three years ago, and he was representing Chatham in the Cape Cod League All-Star game. — “The only thing I really remember is I got a home run to center …
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Jonathan Mayo / MLB.com:
Next generation of stars set for Futures Game
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Jordan Garretson / MLB.com:
Weaver set to start for AL in All-Star Game — ANAHEIM — Despite being selected for his first Major League All-Star game last season, Jered Weaver wasn't able to pitch because he started the Sunday before. This year, he'll not only pitch — he'll be starting.
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Alex Rodriguez to have knee surgery — NEW YORK — New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez has elected to undergo arthroscopic surgery to repair a slight meniscus tear in his right knee, a team spokesman confirmed Sunday. — He is expected to miss four to six weeks.
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Andy Martino / NY Daily News:
Isringhausen to Alderson: Please don't trade me — When Jason Isringhausen read that he might be traded, he took his reaction directly to Sandy Alderson, telling the general manager that he wanted to remain a Met. — Sure, it would be fun to join another team and reach the playoffs …
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Chad Jennings / The LoHud Yankees Blog:
Pregame notes: Waiting for a decision on A-Rod — Alex Rodriguez is in Florida getting a second opinion on his right knee. Joe Girardi said the Yankees expect to know something by the end of the day, but he's not sure when that will be. It might not be immediately after the game, but later this evening.
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Jim Williams / Washington Examiner:
McCarver returns to All-Star booth — Fox Sports lead baseball analyst Tim McCarver will broadcast his 20th All-Star Game on Tuesday night in Phoenix, the most in history. — He has worked with nearly every big name in the business. He once broadcast World Series games with Jack Buck on CBS …
Mark Newman / MLB.com:
Stay connected to Derby through social media — Players will interact with fans from the field during event — PHOENIX — The State Farm Home Run Derby continues to move in a new direction for 2011, following up a host of changes with the announcement that Major League Baseball players …
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Associated Press:
Verlander picks up 12th win as Tigers beat Royals — KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Justin Verlander became the first Tigers pitcher to earn his 12th win before the all-star break in 24 years as Detroit climbed past Cleveland into first place in the AL Central on Sunday with a 2-1 victory over the Kansas City Royals.
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Associated Press:
Fan hit in head by foul ball at Rays-Yankees game — NEW YORK - A female fan was hit in the head by a foul ball off New York Yankees designated hitter Jorge Posada's bat during the second inning of a game against the Tampa Bay Rays. — Posada came to bat in the second inning Sunday …
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Mike Mazzeo / ESPN:
New York Yankees' David Robertson in for David Price at All-Star Game
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Andy Martino / NY Daily News:
New York Mets mull what to do with Carlos Beltran; K-Rod declines comment on Scott Boras report — Carlos Beltran is an important part of the Mets offense, but it also makes sense to move him before Beltran becomes a free agent. Fans wonder how the Mets will proceed.
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Associated Press:
Lincecum, Giants beat Mets 3-1
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Joe McDonald / ESPN:
Josh Beckett OK to pitch for AL team — BOSTON — After throwing a side session Sunday morning at Fenway Park, Red Sox pitcher Josh Beckett has been deemed healthy and given medical clearance to pitch for the American League All-Star team Tuesday in Phoenix.
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