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Alex Butler / UPI:
Giants' Pablo Sandoval perfect in ninth inning mound showing … Third baseman Pablo Sandoval came in and pitched a perfect ninth inning in the San Francisco Giants' 15-6 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. — “Kung Fu Panda” entered the setback Saturday at AT&T Park in San Francisco, Calif. with the Giants already trailing 15-6.
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Michael Wagaman / Associated Press:
Pablo Sandoval makes MLB pitching debut
Pablo Sandoval makes MLB pitching debut
Discussion:
MLB Baseball News …, McCovey Chronicles and NESN.com
Casey L Moore / USA Today:
Pitching Panda: Pablo Sandoval works an inning on the mound for Giants
Pitching Panda: Pablo Sandoval works an inning on the mound for Giants
Discussion:
The Comeback
Associated Press:
Ramos homers as Rays beat Red Sox 12-6 for 8th straight win — BOSTON (AP) — Wilson Ramos went deep again and scored on Denard Span's inside-the-park homer, helping the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Boston Red Sox 12-6 on Saturday for their eighth consecutive victory.
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MLB Baseball News …
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American League Interleague / St. Louis Post-Dispatch:
Baseball roundup: Cubs beat Brewers as Bryant returns
Baseball roundup: Cubs beat Brewers as Bryant returns
Discussion:
Associated Press
Mike Mazzeo / New York Daily News:
Miguel Andujar has earned the right to be the Yankees' third baseman even when Brandon Drury returns — ANAHEIM — The Yankees have a bunch of must-see hitters in their lineup — guys you don't bother leaving your seat at the ballpark, bar or living room until they finish their at-bats.
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Mike Mazzeo / New York Daily News:
Aaron Boone, dressed in full Yankee uniform, asked by Angels security guard for his credentials
Pete Caldera / Daily Record:
Yankees decision-time nearing on Brandon Drury, Miguel Andujar playing time situation
Yankees decision-time nearing on Brandon Drury, Miguel Andujar playing time situation
Discussion:
Pinstripe Alley
George A. King III / New York Post:
Miguel Andujar could be sent down when Drury returns
Miguel Andujar could be sent down when Drury returns
Discussion:
MLB Trade Rumors
Nick Piecoro / Arizona Republic:
Arizona Diamondbacks at Washington Nationals … WASHINGTON - The Diamondbacks eliminated the drama of extending their consecutive series victories streak by beating the Washington Nationals twice in as many days, the latest a 4-3 win in 10 innings on Saturday evening.
Discussion:
Federal Baseball
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Nick Piecoro / Arizona Republic:
Arizona Diamondbacks at Washington Nationals
Arizona Diamondbacks at Washington Nationals
Discussion:
Federal Baseball
Kristie Ackert / New York Daily News:
Jason Vargas gives up 9 earned runs in season debut, as Mets are blown out by Padres, 12-2 — SAN DIEGO — Good thing Jason Vargas made his season debut on the West Coast. Hopefully not too many Mets fans stayed up to watch as the veteran lefty got pounded by the Padres Saturday night.
Discussion:
Amazin' Avenue
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Associated Press:
Cervelli helps Pirates rally for 6-2 win over Cardinals — PITTSBURGH (AP) - Francisco Cervelli homered in the second inning and delivered a tiebreaking sacrifice fly in the sixth, helping the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the St. Louis Cardinals 6-2 on Saturday night.
Discussion:
Minor League Ball, Bucs Dugout and MLB Baseball News …
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ESPN:
After struggles, Devon Travis demoted by Blue Jays — The Toronto Blue Jays have demoted Devon Travis to the minors, optioning the slumping second baseman to Triple-A Buffalo before Sunday's game against the Texas Rangers. — Toronto recalled right-hander Carlos Ramirez from Buffalo in a corresponding roster move.
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Yahoo Canada / MLB Baseball News, Scores …:
What you missed in Blue Jays land: From Gurriel's motor to Estrada's spin-o-rama — Every Sunday in this space I'll be doing my best to bring you little tidbits about the week (or in this case week and a half) in the world of the Toronto Blue Jays that you might not have seen.
Discussion:
Bluebird Banter
Detroit Free Press:
Next Slide — What happened: The Detroit Tigers defeated the Baltimore Orioles, 9-5, at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on Saturday evening. — After being held scoreless for 22 innings, the Tigers' offense exploded early, scoring seven runs in the first four innings.
Discussion:
Bless You Boys and Camden Chat
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Anthony Fenech / Detroit Free Press:
Miguel Cabrera's big day snaps Detroit Tigers' slump in big way: ‘We needed that’
Miguel Cabrera's big day snaps Detroit Tigers' slump in big way: ‘We needed that’
Discussion:
MLB Baseball News …
Rotoworld.com:
Daily Dose: From Head To Toe — Byron Buxton's headaches have subsided. — His latest injury has given the Twins a headache instead. — Playing in an extended spring training game last Sunday, an assignment necessitated by the migraines that sidelined him for a few days in mid-April, Buxton fouled a ball off his left foot.
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Star Tribune and MLB Baseball News …
Associated Press:
Fulmer, Palka, White Sox beat KC 8-0 to open doubleheader — KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Carson Fulmer allowed four singles over seven innings and Daniel Palka had four hits and drove in three runs as the Chicago White Sox defeated the Kansas City Royals 8-0 in the first game of a doubleheader Saturday.
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Associated Press:
McCullers, Altuve lead Astros over Athletics 11-0 — Houston got to Daniel Mengden (2-3) early, with three runs in the first on sacrifice flies by Yuli Gurriel and Josh Reddick followed by an RBI double by Alex Bregman. — HOUSTON - Lance McCullers threw seven sharp innings …
Connor Byrne / MLB Trade Rumors:
Phillies Place J.P. Crawford On DL — The Phillies have placed shortstop J.P. Crawford on the 10-day disabled list with a right forearm strain, per a team announcement. The club recalled infielder/outfielder Jesmuel Valentin from Triple-A in a corresponding move.
Discussion:
MLB Baseball News … and The Good Phight
Paul Sullivan / Chicago Tribune:
Albert Almora Jr. and Javier Baez atop lineup as Cubs look to complete sweep against Brewers — Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant discusses his return to the team after missing four games after getting hit in the helmet, Saturday, April 28, 2018. (Paul Sullivan/Chicago Tribune) — Chicago Tribune
Associated Press:
Brigman's triple leads Modesto to 9-4 win over San Jose — MODESTO, Calif. (AP) — Bryson Brigman hit a two-run triple in the seventh inning, leading the Modesto Nuts to a 9-4 win over the San Jose Giants on Saturday. — The triple by Brigman, part of a three-run inning …
Patrick Donnelly / Associated Press:
Twins snap 8-game skid, beat Reds 3-1 — MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Jake Odorizzi pitched into the seventh inning, Mitch Garver homered and the Minnesota Twins snapped an eight-game losing streak with a 3-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday. — Odorizzi (2-2) gave up one run and five hits.
Discussion:
Red Reporter and Twinkie Town
Tampa Bay Times:
Marc Topkin's takeaways from Rays 12-6 win over Red Sox Saturday — Marc Topkin's takeaways from Rays 12-6 win over Red Sox Saturday:* RHP Yonny Chirinos was the first breakout star from the group of multi-inning relievers, earning the No. 4 spot in the rotation. But