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LaMond Pope / Chicago Tribune:
Yoán Moncada likely will be back in the Chicago White Sox lineup Monday — and reliever Joe Kelly could return too — BOSTON — The Chicago White Sox inserted center fielder Luis Robert in the No. 2 slot in the batting order for Sunday's series finale against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park.
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MLB Trade Rumors, South Side Sox and Boston Herald
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Christopher Smith / Union-News:
Boston Red Sox won't rush Triston Casas to majors; Chaim Bloom explains the reasons why — BOSTON — The Red Sox have received virtually zero offensive production from first base this season. — Boston ranks 29th in the majors in both batting average (.135) and slugging percentage (.208) from the first base position.
Discussion:
NBCSports.com and Over the Monster
LaMond Pope / Chicago Tribune:
Vince Velasquez pitches 5 strong innings as the Chicago White Sox beat the Boston Red Sox for their 4th straight win — BOSTON — Vince Velasquez feels like everything is clicking. — The right-hander had his second straight strong start for the Chicago White Sox, allowing one run …
Discussion:
Boston Herald, South Side Sox, Boston.com and Chicago Sun-Times
Kristie Ackert / New York Daily News:
Nasty Nestor Cortes shuts down Rangers in 1-0, 11 K gem — Nestor Cortes had one question for Matt Blake this winter. — The Yankees 36th round draft pick, who doesn't light up a radar gun with a high-90s fastball, spent the first five years of his professional baseball career just trying not to get released.
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Sports Illustrated, MLB Baseball News … and Orange County Register
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Kristie Ackert / New York Daily News:
Yankees make pitching plan as second-straight game gets rained out — The Yankees pitching is in a pinch. — With two straight days of rain, the Bombers schedule has become an issue. The Yankees and Rangers were rained out Saturday and will play a single-admission doubleheader on Sunday, then finish the series on Monday.
Discussion:
Pinstripe Alley and Boston Herald
Jay Cohen / Associated Press:
Chicago Cubs lose 7-1 to get swept by the Los Angeles Dodgers, their 14th loss in 17 games — ExpandAutoplay — 1 of 17 — Cubs third baseman Jonathan Villar misses a foul ball by Dodgers left fielder Chris Taylor during the eighth inning on May 8, 2022, at Wrigley Field.
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Orange County Register, Boston Herald, Bleed Cubbie Blue and Los Angeles Times
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Meghan Montemurro / Chicago Tribune:
Friday's Chicago Cubs series opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers is postponed to Saturday because of rain — A rainy forecast again has affected the Chicago Cubs' home schedule. — The Cubs' 1:20 p.m. game Friday against the Los Angeles Dodgers was postponed because of inclement weather.
Nathan Ruiz / Baltimore Sun:
Sloppy defense bites Orioles in 6-4 loss to Royals in first game of doubleheader — ExpandAutoplay — 1 of 11 — Orioles starter Jordan Lyles high fives teammate in the dugout after he was relieved in the eighth inning. The Royals defeated the Orioles, 6-4, in the first game of double header at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
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Boston Herald, BaltimoreBaseball.com, Camden Chat and USA Today
Jordan McPherson / Miami Herald:
Marlins' chance to split series with Padres spoiled by Jorge Alfaro walk-off home run — The Miami Marlins were one out away from pitching a second consecutive shutout against the San Diego Padres and leaving Petco Park on Sunday with a series split. — A familiar face made sure that didn't happen.
Discussion:
San Diego Union-Tribune and Associated Press
Deesha Thosar / New York Daily News:
Rain postpones Mets-Phillies again; doubleheader scheduled Sunday — PHILADELPHIA — For the second straight day, the Mets game against the Phillies was postponed due to rainy weather. — With a steady shower and winds blowing at 19 mph at Citizens Bank Park, Saturday evening's matchup …
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Jenna Fryer / Associated Press:
Formula One unveils its must-see show at Miami Grand Prix — ExpandAutoplay — 1 of 15 — Fans watch the first practice session for the Formula One Miami Grand Prix at the Miami International Autodrome, Friday, May 6, 2022, in Miami Gardens. (John McCall /South Florida Sun Sentinel)
Discussion:
ProFootballTalk and Orlando Sentinel
Jesse Rogers / ESPN:
Umpire Dan Bellino issues apology after ejecting Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Madison Bumgarner, taking ‘full accountability’ for decision — Veteran umpire Dan Bellino has issued an apology after ejecting Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Madison Bumgarner in the first inning of Wednesday's game against the Miami Marlins.
Discussion:
Battery Power and NBCSports.com
Ira Winderman / Sun-Sentinel:
76ers' Joel Embiid exits concussion protocols, upgraded to ‘doubtful’ for Friday return vs. Heat — PHILADELPHIA — A hurdle for Joel Embiid has been cleared, with the Philadelphia 76ers All-Star center cleared Friday from NBA concussion protocols, a necessary step toward a potential debut …
Discussion:
Boston Herald
Charlie Goldsmith / Cincinnati.com:
David Bell explains the importance of consistency as the Cincinnati Reds struggle — MILWAUKEE — Even though the Cincinnati Reds are in the middle of one of the worst starts to a season in the modern era of Major League Baseball, Reds manager David Bell sees sticking to a consistent strategy as the best way to win.
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Red Reporter
