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Steve Gilbert / MLB.com:
D-backs get relief in Rauch from Nats — Washington receives infielder Bonifacio in return — PHOENIX — The D-backs weary bullpen is about to get some help. — Arizona acquired right-hander Jon Rauch from the Nationals on Tuesday in exchange for second baseman Emilio Bonifacio.
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Chico Harlan / Nationals Journal:
Breaking news: Rauch traded, Guzman re-signed — On the same day, the Nationals determined the futures of their two most valuable veterans. They traded closer Jon Rauch to Arizona and they signed all-star shortstop Cristian Guzman to a two-year contract extension, keeping him with the team through 2010.
Bill Ladson / MLB.com:
Nats trade Rauch for infielder — Speedy second baseman expected to be solid leadoff hitter — SAN FRANCISCO — The Nationals traded reliever Jon Rauch to the Diamondbacks for second baseman Emilio Bonifacio, who was then optioned to Triple-A Columbus, on Tuesday.
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D-backs get relief: Acquire Rauch from Nationals — With starter Micah Owings pressed into service in the bullpen, the Arizona Diamondbacks needed some relief. They got it on Tuesday. — The D-backs acquired right-hander Jon Rauch from the Washington Nationals for second baseman Emilio Bonifacio.
Joehamrahi / Baseball Digest Daily Blog:
Diamondbacks - Nationals Trade — The Arizona Diamondbacks today announced that they have acquired right-handed pitcher Jon Rauch from the Washington Nationals in exchange for infielder Emilio Bonifacio. — Rauch, 29, went 4-2 with a 2.98 ERA (16 ER in 48.1 IP) and 17 saves in 48 games …
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Tim Dierkes / MLB Rumors:
Jon Rauch Traded To Diamondbacks — According to Baseball Digest Daily, the Diamondbacks acquired reliever Jon Rauch from the Nationals for second baseman Emilio Bonifacio. — Bonifacio was ranked sixth among D'Backs prospects heading into the season. He's hitting .302/.348/.387 in Triple A currently.
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Corey Brock / MLB.com:
Astros acquire Wolf from Padres — Houston sends Minor League pitcher for veteran left-hander — CINCINNATI — The Padres found a willing trade partner for left-handed pitcher Randy Wolf on Tuesday, sending the veteran to the Astros for Minor League right-handed pitcher Chad Reineke.
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Chris Duncan / Associated Press:
Astros acquire LHP Wolf from Padres — HOUSTON (AP)—The Houston Astros acquired pitcher Randy Wolf from San Diego on Tuesday in exchange for minor leaguer Chad Reineke. — Wolf, an NL All-Star in 2003, is 6-10 with a 4.74 ERA in 21 starts for the Padres this season.
Geoff Baker / Mariners Blog:
Lester dominates; Ramirez lectured by traffic cop — The Boston fans in the crowd here, and there were thousands of them at Safeco Field tonight, erupt as Jonathan Papelbon and company jog back to the dugout after ending a wild eighth inning. Seattle loaded the bases with one out off Jon Lester …
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Bill Ladson / MLB.com:
Guzman agrees to two-year extension — SAN FRANCISCO — Nationals shortstop Cristian Guzman has decided to forgo free agency and agreed to terms on a two-year $16 million contract extension. Guzman will make $8 million in 2009 and ‘10. — Guzman has been the Nationals’ best player this season.
David Murphy / Philly.com:
Blanton's first test as Phillies comes tonight against Mets — MIAMI - As Joe Blanton stood at his locker 2 days ago and fiddled with the brim of his red Phillies cap, he wasn't much different than a lot of modern-day Americans feeling their way through the first couple of days at a new job.
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Yankees to celebrate 62nd—and largest—Old-Timers' Day at Yankee Stadium with 15 first-time attendees — The New York Yankees announced today that 15 first-time Old-Timers will attend the 62nd annual Old-Timers' Day at Yankee Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 2. This season marks the final …
George A. King III / New York Post:
‘LAST CALL’ FOR AILING GODZILLA — If Hideki Matsui's left knee fills with fluid again, GM Brian Cashman believes it will be impossible for the Yankee DH to avoid a second knee surgery. — “If the knee swells up we are dealing with last call,” Cashman said last night after Dr. Scott Rodeo recommended …
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Joe Capozzi / Palm Beach Post:
Marlins Notebook: VandenHurk's return could last two starts — MIAMI GARDENS — Right-hander Rick VandenHurk's first stint in the Marlins' rotation this season lasted two starts. His second one might be just as short, but he's not complaining. — VandenHurk was called …
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Juan C. Rodriguez / Sun-Sentinel:Baker's focus on defensive skills wins teammates' trust
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