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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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Associated Press:
Corbin, Goldschmidt lead Diamondbacks to 7-1 win over Cubs — CHICAGO (AP) — The Arizona Diamondbacks staked Patrick Corbin to a five-run lead before he threw a pitch. — The left-hander easily made it stand up. — Paul Goldschmidt homered and Corbin pitched seven strong innings to pick …
Jeff Arnold / UPI:
D-backs' Buchholz to facing Cubs, Wrigley — CHICAGO — Clay Buchholz has done plenty during the course of his major league career, but he will cross off a personal first when he takes the mound Tuesday against the Chicago Cubs. — Buchholz will pitch at Wrigley Field for the first time in his career …
Paul Sullivan / Chicago Tribune:
Column: Leadoff hitter? Check. Relief pitcher? Check. What's next for Anthony Rizzo?
Mark Gonzales / Chicago Tribune:
Much-needed pitching relief help on the way for Cubs
Richard Morin / Arizona Republic:
Arizona Diamondbacks at Chicago Cubs
Arizona Diamondbacks at Chicago Cubs
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Arizona Sports and AZ Snake Pit
Jesse RogersESPN / ESPN:
Anthony Rizzo pitching in relief exposes suspect Cubs rotation
Richard Morin / Arizona Republic:
Last Slide — CHICAGO - Prior to Monday's series opener …
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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True Blue LA
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Bob Brookover / Philly.com:
Chase Utley's homecoming dissolves into difficult loss for Phillies | Extra Innings — Chase Utley's return to Citizens Bank Park 10 days after he announced that he will retire at the end of the season made for some interesting theater Monday night. The ambience was aided by a crowd …
Stephen Pianovich / UPI:
Phillies hope Nola's star shines bright vs. Dodgers
Matt Breen / Philly.com:
Chase Utley will start for Dodgers on Monday in return to Philly
Chase Utley will start for Dodgers on Monday in return to Philly
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MLB Baseball News …, True Blue LA and The Good Phight
Jim Salisbury / MLB Baseball News, Scores …:
Chase Utley makes it clear where Phillies fans rank in his heart
Chase Utley makes it clear where Phillies fans rank in his heart
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NBCSports.com and Phillies Nation
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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WEEI
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Eddie MatzESPN Senior / ESPN:
Same result, different feel for Orioles at home post-Manny Machado — BALTIMORE — This loss felt different. — Oh, there were plenty of similarities to the other 72 times that the Baltimore Orioles had come up short this season. The not-good-enough starting pitching. The less-productive-than-expected bats.
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ESPN 98.1 FM
Anthony Fenech / Detroit Free Press:
Detroit Tigers' trade deadline: Sizing up interested contenders
Detroit Tigers' trade deadline: Sizing up interested contenders
Discussion:
The Good Phight and Over the Monster
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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NESN.com, New York Post, Pinstripe Alley and Deadspin
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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, MLB Baseball News … and NBCSports.com
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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NESN.com, New York Post and Pinstripe Alley
Derrick Goold / St. Louis Post-Dispatch:
Wong goes on DL, clearing playing time for Munoz — CINCINNATI • A few years ago, when manager Mike Shildt was at the helm of the Cardinals' Class AAA affiliate, farm director Gary LaRocque gave him a quick, concise way to consider a player's abilities: Think of the ways he can defeat an opponent.
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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.
MLB Baseball News, Scores, Standings …:
No-hit for seven innings, Reds rally past Cards in 9th — On a night dominated by seven no-hit innings from St. Louis right-hander Daniel Poncedeleon in his major league debut, the — Cincinnati Reds rallied with two outs in the bottom of the ninth to upend the visiting
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Cincinnati.com and Viva El Birdos
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Jerry CrasnickESPN Senior / ESPN:
Trade talk we're hearing: Dealing Matt Harvey is Reds' priority
Trade talk we're hearing: Dealing Matt Harvey is Reds' priority
Discussion:
Red Reporter, MLB Baseball News … and Brew Crew Ball
Bobby Nightengale / Cincinnati.com:
Homer Bailey not focusing on the past as he prepares to return to Cincinnati Reds rotation
Homer Bailey not focusing on the past as he prepares to return to Cincinnati Reds rotation
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MLB Baseball News …
Associated Press:
Harrison, Polanco power Pirates past Indians, Kluber 7-0 — Josh Harrison hit a three-run homer and Gregory Polanco had a two-run triple off Corey Kluber in his return, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Cleveland Indians 7-0 in a six-inning, rain-shortened game Monday night for their 10th straight win.
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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
Associated Press:
Jacob deGrom is solid again, but Mets' shoddy defense proves fatal against Padres — NEW YORK — Jacob deGrom's winless streak reached five games as the major league ERA leader was hurt by a pair of errors behind him, and the San Diego Padres beat the New York Mets 3-2 Monday night in a matchup …
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Gaslamp Ball and MLB Baseball News …
Reuters:
Abreu, Giolito lead White Sox past struggling Angels — Jose Abreu hit a home run and a run-scoring single to back the solid pitching of Lucas Giolito as the Chicago White Sox defeated the Los Angeles Angels 5-3 on Monday at Anaheim, Calif., in the opener of a four-game series.
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MLB Baseball News … and South Side Sox
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Vinnie Duber / MLB Baseball News, Scores …:
Is this what turning the corner looks like for Carlos Rodon and Lucas Giolito?
Is this what turning the corner looks like for Carlos Rodon and Lucas Giolito?
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Halos Heaven and South Side Sox
Detroit Free Press:
The nucleus of a winner — Gibson arrived in Lakeland, Florida, in the spring of 1979. He was picked up at the airport by Jim Leyland, who challenged him like he never had been challenged before. When Gibson arrived in Tiger Town, he met players who would become friends and eventually family …
Toronto Sun:
Tigers' Zimmermann at home in Kansas City facing Royals — KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Jordan Zimmermann likes pitching at Kauffman Stadium and for a good reason. — Zimmermann has a perfect record and a miniscule ERA in pitching in Kansas City. Zimmermann will start for the Detroit Tigers …
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Royals Review