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USA Today:
Anthony Rizzo pitches for first time in MLB career as Cubs turn to position players again — Anthony Rizzo, star first baseman for the Chicago Cubs, has apparently wanted to pitch in an MLB game for years. — Manager Joe Maddon finally granted his star's wish Monday as the Cubs used position players …
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Paul Sullivan / Chicago Tribune:
Column: Leadoff hitter? Check. Relief pitcher? Check. What's next for Anthony Rizzo? — Cubs' Anthony Rizzo on his MLB pitching debut: ‘It was awesome.’ (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune) — Chicago Tribune — When spring training began in February in Mesa, Ariz. …
Mark Gonzales / Chicago Tribune:
Kyle Hendricks bats 8th, Kris Bryant sits as Cubs take on Diamondbacks
Mark Gonzales / Chicago Tribune:
Much-needed pitching relief help on the way for Cubs
Much-needed pitching relief help on the way for Cubs
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Bleed Cubbie Blue
Jeff Arnold / UPI:
D-backs' Buchholz to facing Cubs, Wrigley
Jesse RogersESPN / ESPN:
Anthony Rizzo pitching in relief exposes suspect Cubs rotation
David Ginsburg / Associated Press:
Rick Porcello throws 6 shutout innings as Red Sox top Orioles 5-3 — The Boston Red Sox are dominating most major league teams this season, so it comes as no surprise that they've had their way against the worst of the bunch. — Rick Porcello scattered six hits over six scoreless innings …
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Jeff Seidel / UPI:
Red Sox aim to top Orioles behind healthy Pomeranz — BALTIMORE — The Boston Red Sox have experienced little trouble when playing the Baltimore Orioles so far this season, and they're hoping to continue finding success when the two teams meet Tuesday night at Camden Yards.
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Over the Monster
Eddie MatzESPN Senior / ESPN:
Same result, different feel for Orioles at home post-Manny Machado
Same result, different feel for Orioles at home post-Manny Machado
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ESPN 98.1 FM
Neil Greenberg / Washington Post:
There is only one AL playoff spot up for grabs. Who's excited?
There is only one AL playoff spot up for grabs. Who's excited?
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Beyond the Box Score
Coley HarveyESPN / ESPN:
What should Aaron Boone do about Gary Sanchez's lack of hustle? — ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — One day after two horrid displays of hustle and situational awareness, the New York Yankees find themselves at their first real crossroads of the Aaron Boone managerial era.
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Bleacher Report, The Big Lead and NBCSports.com
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Coley HarveyESPN / ESPN:
Yankees' Gary Sanchez on final out: 'I could've done a better job, for sure' — ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Minutes after slamming his helmet to the Tropicana Field turf after getting thrown out on an uncommon, game-ending 4-6-3 single-out put out, New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez expressed regret …
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MLB Baseball News …, NESN.com, New York Post, Pinstripe Alley and Deadspin
Mark Didtler / Associated Press:
Gary Sanchez fails to hustle on two plays as Rays hold on to beat Yankees 7-6
Gary Sanchez fails to hustle on two plays as Rays hold on to beat Yankees 7-6
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New York Post, NESN.com and Pinstripe Alley
Alan Robinson / UPI:
Cardinals, Reds not quite sure about pitching matchup — Austin Gomber has exactly zero career major league starts, so the St. Louis Cardinals won't quite know what they'll have when he takes the mound Tuesday night against the Cincinnati Reds. — Homer Bailey has made 204 career starts …
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Minor League Ball
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Rob Maaddi / MLB Baseball News, Scores …:
Dodgers hit 4 homers in 7-6 win over Phillies — PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Max Muncy, Yasmani Grandal, Chris Taylor and Joc Pederson hit solo homers and Alex Verdugo scored the tiebreaking run on a wild pitch in the top of the ninth inning, lifting the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 7-6 victory …
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Philly.com and True Blue LA
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Bob Brookover / Philly.com:
Chase Utley's homecoming dissolves into difficult loss for Phillies | Extra Innings
Stephen Pianovich / UPI:
Phillies hope Nola's star shines bright vs. Dodgers
Jerry CrasnickESPN Senior / ESPN:
Phillies show Chase Utley much love with swan song fully underway
Associated Press:
RHP Shane Bieber recalled by Indians to start against Pittsburgh — CLEVELAND — Right-hander Shane Bieber was recalled by Cleveland from Triple-A Columbus to start against Pittsburgh on Tuesday night. — Infielder Yandy Diaz was optioned to Columbus to make room for Bieber …
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Bradford DoolittleESPN / ESPN:
First impressions of the Manny Machado-infused Dodgers — MILWAUKEE — The Manny Machado watch has ended, and we now know that the gem of this year's trade deadline market will be calling Chavez Ravine home, at least for the next few months. Springing into fashion is the No. 8 Dodgers jersey, last worn by Shane Victorino in 2012.
Mark Gonzales / Chicago Tribune:
Cubs activate Eddie Butler, option Luke Farrell to Triple-A Iowa — Chicago Tribune — Eddie Butler will rejoin the Cubs' pitching staff after more than three months on the disabled list. — Butler was activated from the 60-day DL prior to Tuesday night's game against the Diamondbacks.
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Richard Morin / Arizona Republic:
Arizona Diamondbacks at Chicago Cubs
Arizona Diamondbacks at Chicago Cubs
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Bleed Cubbie Blue, AZ Snake Pit and Arizona Sports
Jerry CrasnickESPN Senior / ESPN:
Trade talk we're hearing: Who wants Hamels, what's next for Orioles — Under typical circumstances, Texas Rangers starter Cole Hamels might be the prize of the trade deadline. He's a tested veteran with four All-Star appearances and a 2008 World Series MVP Award on his resume.
USA Today:
Next Slide — One of the most infamous moments in baseball history turns 35 on Tuesday. — On July 24, 1983, Kansas City Royals third baseman George Brett hit a two-run homer in the top of the ninth inning to give his team the lead against the New York Yankees in the Bronx.
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Lone Star Ball
Vince Lovergine / MLB Baseball News, Scores …:
Javier Baez and Yolmer Sanchez win Heart and Hustle award — The Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association has announced the 30 preliminary winners of the 2018 Heart & Hustle Award. — Javier Baez was the — Cubs winner while — Yolmer Sanchez won it for the — White Sox.
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NESN.com, The Comeback and Lookout Landing
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Jack Dickey / Sports Illustrated:
Mike Trout Is the Mere Beginning of MLB's Marketing Problems — Mike Trout and his lacking popularity is a tiresome topic for baseball fans. So what should be done to increase his visibilitiy? — Does Major League Baseball have a Mike Trout problem, or does Mike Trout have an MLB problem?
Marc Topkin / Tampa Bay Times:
For starters: Rays vs. Yankees, looking for a six-pack of W's — Coming off Monday's tense and exciting win, the Rays are looking to make it six straight against the Yankees tonight. — To do so, they will need a strong outing from rookie RHP Yonny Chirinos, who is being called up from Triple-A to make the start.