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8/15/2012 |
Felix's perfecto reverberates around baseball
Major League Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig was in and out of meetings among Major League owners in Denver on Wednesday, but once he caught a glimpse of the history Felix Hernandez was pursuing on the mound, he couldn't turn away.
8/15/2012 |
Giants considering options in Melky's absence
As reporters asked them questions about Melky Cabrera, the Giants admitted that they'd have to ask more of themselves.
8/15/2012 |
'A little tired,' Pujols not in starting lineup
After two torrid games against the Indians, Albert Pujols got a rest for the season finale at Angel Stadium.
8/15/2012 |
Indians rookie Allen proves effective on all levels
Cody Allen has enjoyed a meteoric rise through the Indians organization in 2012, beginning in Class A and now in the Majors, where he's nearing a Cleveland record for scoreless innings to start a career.
8/15/2012 |
Guthrie looking to make winning fit with KC
Righty Jeremy Guthrie's half season with the Rockies wasn't much fun, nor were his first three starts for the Royals. But he's certainly changed things quickly with 15 straight scoreless innings in two wins.
8/15/2012 |
Arguing Strop's quick pitch, Adrian, Valentine ejected
Red Sox first baseman Adrian Gonzalez prides himself in always being ready to hit, and that's exactly why he was infuriated enough on Wednesday night to be ejected for just the second time in his career.
8/15/2012 |
Despite rocky start, Marcum closer to return to Brewers
While young pitchers like Mike Fiers are making a name for themselves for the big league club, veteran Shaun Marcum is inching his way back to helping the Brewers. Making his second rehabilitation start Wednesday night against the Beloit Snappers, Marcum faced trouble for the first time since early June.
8/15/2012 |
At Citi Field, Ecuador bests Chile in soccer match
The national teams of Chile and Ecuador faced off at Citi Field in front of 31,901 boisterous fans -- an overwhelming majority clad in yellow Ecuador jerseys and apparel. And their heroes didn't fail them -- Ecuador scored in the 10th, 14th and 67th minutes to capture a dominating 3-0 win.
8/15/2012 |
Liriano seeks first win, series win for White Sox
Francisco Liriano goes after his first win with the White Sox and a series win for the South Siders in Thursday's series finale at Rogers Centre against Aaron Laffey and the Blue Jays.
8/15/2012 |
Marlins hope to enjoy rarefied air in Colorado
The Marlins' previously stagnant offense -- which had been shut out in its previous three games -- erupted for nine runs in a victory over Philadelphia on Wednesday. Now the Marlins travel to Coors Field, where they hope their big offensive day and the mile-high air can help produce another few days of offense.
8/15/2012 |
Brewers try to finish the job against Lee, Phillies
The last series between the Brewers and the Phillies not only exemplified Milwaukee's tough season, it also played a large part in decisions affecting the future of the organization.
8/15/2012 |
Bailey seeks return to form as Reds go for sweep
The Reds are hoping the same Homer Bailey who tossed eight innings of one-run ball against the Mets on June 16 takes the mound Thursday, when Matt Harvey challenges the NL Central leaders.
8/15/2012 |
Buchholz looks to keep O's brooms at bay
Looking to avoid being swept by the AL Wild Card-leading Orioles, the Red Sox have Clay Buchholz on the mound in Thursday night's series finale.
8/15/2012 |
Medlen looks to keep rolling vs. Padres in finale
Making the transition from a relief role to starting doesn't always come easy. But for Braves right-hander Kris Medlen -- who will take the mound for the Braves on Thursday -- the numbers certainly don't indicate any issues. Taking the hill for San Diego will be Jason Marquis, who tossed a two-hit complete game shutout over the Pirates in his last start.
8/15/2012 |
Trout's first year on pace to be among best ever
In addition to being a defensive stalwart in center field and a power-hitting leadoff man, Mike Trout, 21, is on pace to become just the third rookie batting champion.
8/15/2012 |
M's have tough act to follow as Twins come to town
Mariners starter Hisashi Iwakuma has a tough act to follow as he squares off against Nick Blackburn when the Twins visit Seattle on Friday to kick off a weekend series.
8/14/2012 |
Rockies' Pomeranz battling chest soreness
Left-hander Drew Pomeranz is not certain to start Wednesday against the Brewers because of a soreness in his chest area, manager Jim Tracy said.
8/14/2012 |
Victorino helps pull Dodgers into tie atop West
With three RBIs and his first Dodgers homer, Shane Victorino fueled a series-opening win over the Pirates, 5-4, on Monday night at PNC Park.
8/14/2012 |
Cooper delivers extra-inning win for Blue Jays
Blue Jays first baseman David Cooper drove home the winning run with a single to right in the bottom of the 11th inning to secure a 3-2 victory over the White Sox on Monday night at Rogers Centre.
8/14/2012 |
Well-supported Samardzija fans career-high 11
Jeff Samardzija matched a career high with 11 strikeouts, and Darwin Barney and Alfonso Soriano each hit a two-run homer to lift the Cubs to a 7-1 victory over the Astros on Monday night for their second win in the last 12 games.
8/14/2012 |
LeMahieu racks up four hits to lead Rockies' surge
Pounding Brewers pitching sensation Mike Fiers for eight runs and nine hits in two-plus innings, the Rockies opened a six-game homestand with a 9-3 victory.
8/14/2012 |
Deduno, Mastroianni spark Twins over Tigers
Samuel Deduno tossed seven-plus strong innings, and Darin Mastroianni and Ryan Doumit each drove in three runs to help lead the Twins to a 9-3 win over the Tigers on Monday night at Target Field.
8/14/2012 |
Jays' Delabar first to fan four in one extra inning
Blue Jays reliever Steve Delabar struck out four White Sox batters in the 10th inning to become the first pitcher in Major League history to accomplish that feat in extra innings and the first Toronto pitcher to fan four in one inning.
8/14/2012 |
Rays top Mariners to extend win streak to seven
B.J. Upton's 13th home run and Alex Cobb's solid pitching led the Rays to a 4-1 win over the Mariners on Monday night before 16,205 at Safeco Field, extending the Rays' winning streak to a season-high seven games.
8/14/2012 |
MLB.com Stars of the Game: Monday, Aug. 13
Each day, MLB.com selects one player from each game whose performance stands out. More Results > |
