Pujols unhappy Angels coach Hatcher reveals hitters' meeting details  —  ANAHEIM, Calif. — Before the first game of each series, clubs routinely hold hitters' meetings to review scouting reports on the pitchers they'll be facing, and pitchers' meetings to go over the opposing team's lineup.

Decision day here on sinkerballer Cook  —  The Red Sox face a decision Tuesday regarding Aaron Cook.  —  The 33-year-old righthander can opt out of his contract if the team does not make room for him on the major league roster.  —  But with the starting rotation set for now …

In Latin America, New Fraud Models Emerge To Combat DNA Tests  —  In the early days of age fraud in the Dominican Republic, it wasn't difficult for a player to shave a few years off his age.  It was often as simple as changing the date on the birth certificate by hand.

Braun looking to settle into a rhythm  —  SAN DIEGO — At some point, Brewers manager Ron Roenicke expects left fielder Ryan Braun to settle into a rhythm.  So far, Braun's season has been a collection of streaks.  —  After an 0-for-5 Opening Day, the first hitless opener of Braun's career …

Cards activate Craig; designate Komatsu  —  ST. LOUIS — Following a seven-game rehabilitation assignment, Allen Craig has been activated from the disabled list and will be in St. Louis for the opening of the Cardinals' series against the Pirates on Tuesday.

Former top pick Beckham suspended  —  UPDATE, 6:05: Here are statements from the Rays Friedman and from Beckham:  —  Friedman: “We are very disappointed by Tim's actions.  Tim possesses great potential, and he must rededicate himself in order to become the person and player we know he can be.”

Rangers are majors' most balanced team  —  TORONTO  —  Statistically speaking, Josh Hamilton is Matt Kemp.  —  Entering Monday, here were Hamilton's Triple Crown numbers and rank in the American League: .395 average (second), nine home runs (first) and 25 RBI (first).

Butera promoted; Morneau could land on DL tonight  —  ANAHEIM, CALIF. — The Twins have promoted catcher Drew Butera from Class AAA Rochester.  He is on his way to Anaheim today and will be placed on the active roster before tonight's game.  —  The Twins will make a corresponding roster move before the game.

Closing of $2B Dodgers sale finalized  —  LOS ANGELES (AP)  —  The $2 billion sale of the Los Angeles Dodgers to a group that includes former Lakers star Magic Johnson has been finalized.  —  The team announced the deal's closure Tuesday in a statement.  The Dodgers were sold …

Rockies kick around idea of pursuing Jorge Cantu for depth  —  Then-Rangers infielder Jorge Cantu gestures “antlers” for TCU in the Horned Frogs' game against Air Force in 2010.  —  With third base unsettled, the Rockies are kicking around the idea internally of pursuing free agent Jorge Cantu.

Rockies Mailbag: Is pitching help coming to Colorado?  —  Denver Post sports writers Troy E. Renck and Patrick Saunders post the Rockies Mailbag on Tuesdays during the 2012 MLB season.  —  Would any know the Rockies record when wearing purple?  My impression is that it is overwhelmingly on the loss side.

Mendoza on alert for duty as long reliever as KC staff shuffle continues  —  DETROIT — The shuffling continued Monday for the Royals' pitching staff after a second rainout in three days.  As yet, it does not include any roster moves, although injured right-hander Felipe Paulino appears poised to rejoin the club later in the week.