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Paul Sullivan / Chicago Tribune:
Column: Relax, Joe Maddon isn't making mockery of game using position players in relief — Chicago Tribune — Diamondbacks catcher Alex Avila trolled Anthony Rizzo Monday night after the Cubs first baseman made his major-league debut as a relief pitcher at Wrigley Field.
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Richard Morin / Arizona Republic:
Last Slide — As long as Torey Lovullo is managing the Diamondbacks, you won't see Paul Goldschmidt on the pitching mound. — At least, that was the message Lovullo relayed to the media after Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo entered Monday's game for his first career pitching performance in a 7-1 loss to Arizona.
Richard Morin / Arizona Republic:
Last Slide — CHICAGO — Torey Lovullo knows that, one way or another, Diamondbacks fans will be unhappy with whichever lineup he puts out on a daily basis. — With what he feels are four capable outfielders — A.J. Pollock, David Peralta, Jon Jay and Steven Souza Jr. …
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AZ Snake Pit
Mark Gonzales / Chicago Tribune:
Kyle Hendricks bats 8th, Kris Bryant sits as Cubs take on Diamondbacks
Paul Sullivan / Chicago Tribune:
Column: Leadoff hitter? Check. Relief pitcher? Check. What's next for Anthony Rizzo?
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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Neil Greenberg / Washington Post:
There is only one AL playoff spot up for grabs. Who's excited?
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Jeff Seidel / UPI:
Red Sox aim to top Orioles behind healthy Pomeranz
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Camden Chat and Over the Monster
Eddie MatzESPN Senior / ESPN:
Same result, different feel for Orioles at home post-Manny Machado
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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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Bill Madden / New York Daily News:
The harsh truth is the Yankees are better off with Gary Sanchez on the disabled list right now
Coley HarveyESPN / ESPN:
Yankees' Gary Sanchez on final out: 'I could've done a better job, for sure'
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NESN.com, MLB Baseball News …, New York Post, Surviving Grady, Pinstripe Alley, Deadspin and Associated Press
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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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.
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MLB Daily Dish and Lone Star Ball
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Bob Nightengale / USA Today:
MLB trade deadline: On Zach Britton, 8 teams definitely buying and contenders' needs
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Bobby Nightengale / Cincinnati.com:
Reactions: Fire alarms pause Austin Gomber's no-hit bid against Cincinnati Reds for 7 minutes — For the second consecutive night, the Reds were no-hit through the first six innings against the St. Louis Cardinals. — As St. Louis left-hander Austin Gomber prepared to take the mound …
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Alan Robinson / UPI:
Cardinals, Reds not quite sure about pitching matchup
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Berrios makes Jays pay for error as Twins win again — Jose Berrios struck out nine in seven innings, — Eduardo Escobar hit a three-run homer and the visiting — Toronto Blue Jays 5-0 on Tuesday night at Rogers Centre. — The Twins, who also took advantage of a dropped fly ball …
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Twinkie Town and Bluebird Banter
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Steve Buffery / Toronto Sun:
Blue Jays pitcher Estrada hits a bump on the road in his return from glute injury — Marco Estrada's return from his left glute strain on Tuesday was not particularly promising. — Pitching for the triple-A Buffalo Bisons in Louisville, Estrada left the game in the fourth inning …
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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Mark Gonzales / Chicago Tribune:
Much-needed pitching relief help on the way for Cubs
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Bleed Cubbie Blue
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.
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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 …
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Susan Slusser / San Francisco Chronicle:
A's Opening Day starter Kendall Graveman to have Tommy John surgery — ARLINGTON, Texas — Kendall Graveman, the A's Opening Day starter, will have Tommy John surgery Monday in Dallas and will be out 12 to 14 months. — “It's been kind of tough,” Graveman told The Chronicle on Tuesday.
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Mark Gonzales / Chicago Tribune:
Cubs' Victor Caratini thrilled with Daniel Poncedeleon's no-hit bid — Chicago Tribune — Cubs backup catcher Victor Caratini was happy Tuesday morning, and it wasn't just because he pitched a scoreless inning Monday night in his second mound appearance.
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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.
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Bob Keisser / Chicago Tribune:
Avisail Garcia back in lineup vs. Angels after missing start with flu-like symptons — Chicago Tribune — Avisail Garcia returned to the starting lineup after missing Monday's game with nausea and flu-like symptoms. He came to the park and was in the early lineup but was scratched …
