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Dave Jackson / Associated Press:
Davis' 3-run HR in 10th rallies A's past Rangers 13-10 — ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) The Oakland Athletics kept up their power surge and took advantage of Texas' bullpen struggles to get a rare late-inning comeback win from an eight-run deficit. — Khris Davis' three-run homer in the 10th inning capped …
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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.
Discussion:
Pinstripe Alley, MLB Daily Dish and Lone Star Ball
Steve Adams / MLB Trade Rumors:
Yankees, Orioles Reportedly Closing In On Zach Britton Deal — 7:32pm: Three players would be going back to the Orioles in the deal, tweets Roch Kubatko of MASNsports.com. Martino tweets that other prospects are in the proposed deal, but Tate would be the headliner of the trade.
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Beyond the Box Score, Camden Chat, NESN.com and MLB Baseball News …
Jeff Wilson / Fort Worth Star-Telegram:
Rangers Reaction: A 10-2 lead after six innings. What could possibly go wrong?
Rangers Reaction: A 10-2 lead after six innings. What could possibly go wrong?
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MLB Baseball News …
Bob Nightengale / USA Today:
MLB trade deadline: On Zach Britton, 8 teams definitely buying and contenders' needs
MLB trade deadline: On Zach Britton, 8 teams definitely buying and contenders' needs
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MLB Baseball News …
Associated Press:
MLB: Gary Sanchez back on disabled list — New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez was put back on the 10-day disabled list Tuesday because of a strained right groin, a day after failing to hustle on a pair of key plays in a 7-6 loss to Tampa Bay. Sanchez missed 20 games from June 25 to July 19 because of the groin injury.
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Coley HarveyESPN / ESPN:
What should Aaron Boone do about Gary Sanchez's lack of hustle?
What should Aaron Boone do about Gary Sanchez's lack of hustle?
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Sports Illustrated, Pinstripe Alley, Bleacher Report and MLB Baseball News …
Bill Madden / New York Daily News:
The harsh truth is the Yankees are better off with Gary Sanchez on the disabled list right now
George A. King III / New York Post:
The apology and tightness behind Gary Sanchez's brutal 24 hours
The apology and tightness behind Gary Sanchez's brutal 24 hours
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Bleacher Report, NESN.com and MLB Baseball News …
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.
Discussion:
AZ Snake Pit
Richard Morin / Arizona Republic:
Last Slide — CHICAGO — Torey Lovullo knows that …
Last Slide — CHICAGO — Torey Lovullo knows that …
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AZ Snake Pit
MLB Baseball News, Scores, Standings …:
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 …
Discussion:
Bluebird Banter and Twinkie Town
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Mark Gonzales / Chicago Tribune:
Cubs seek quick rebound for Javier Baez and starting pitchers — Chicago Tribune — Second baseman Javier Baez's availability for Wednesday's game may depend on how much the swelling in his left knee subsides after suffering a bruise on a hard slide from Steven Souza Jr. at second base.
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Mark Gonzales / Chicago Tribune:
With Kris Bryant out hurt, Cubs offense can't get going in 5-1 loss to Diamondbacks
Mark Gonzales / Chicago Tribune:
Cubs' Yu Darvish passes 1st bullpen test
Cubs' Yu Darvish passes 1st bullpen test
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MLB Baseball News …
Tim Booth / Toronto Sun:
Gordon's error in 9th allows Giants to beat Mariners 4-3 — SEATTLE (AP) Pablo Sandoval hustled out of the box, and once the ball trickled past pitcher Edwin Diaz, he knew there was a chance of reaching base to keep San Francisco's ninth-inning rally alive.
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Kerry Crowley / Mercury News:
Sandoval's speed, Pence's power, Tomlinson's timely hits lead Giants to win
Sandoval's speed, Pence's power, Tomlinson's timely hits lead Giants to win
Discussion:
McCovey Chronicles, MLB Baseball News … and East Bay Times
Rich Rovito / Associated Press:
Saladino's sac fly in 10th lifts Brewers past Nationals — MILWAUKEE (AP) — Lorenzo Cain stood on third base watching teammate Tyler Saladino lift a fly ball to shallow left-center with one out in the 10th inning, and he was certain of one thing. He was heading home. — “Honestly, it didn't matter.
Discussion:
Brew Crew Ball and MLB Baseball News …
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Associated Press:
Marte, Polanco, Bell HR; Bucs beat Indians for 11th straight — CLEVELAND (AP) — Pittsburgh Pirates manager Clint Hurdle has a simple philosophy when it comes to hot streaks. — “I have a saying that I use all the time,” he said. “I'm not superstitious but just in case, there's some things I'll continue to do.”
Anthony Fenech / Detroit Free Press:
Detroit Tigers' Shane Greene's workouts pick up as trade deadline nears — KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Shane Greene's work day began at 2 p.m. on Tuesday afternoon, in front of the Detroit Tigers' dugout, with his trusty workout buddy. — He brings his buddy nearly everywhere he goes.
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
Cardinals, Reds not quite sure about pitching matchup
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MLB Baseball News …, Viva El Birdos and Minor League Ball
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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MLB Baseball News …
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 …
Discussion:
MLB Baseball News …, Over the Monster and WEEI
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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?
Discussion:
MLB Baseball News … and Beyond the Box Score
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 …
Bob Brookover / Philly.com:
Jim Thome spent a short time with the Phillies, but it was as powerful as his swing — Jim Thome hit only 101 of his 612 home runs in a Phillies uniform. He was with them for only 391 of his 2,543 career games and never played in a single postseason game here.