Gorzelanny likely to return to Nats on Sunday  —  WASHINGTON — The Nationals optioned right-hander Yunesky Maya to Triple-A Syracuse on Wednesday, a day after his fourth start in place of Tom Gorzelanny.  The Nationals will likely activate Gorzelanny from the 15-day disabled list Sunday for his start.

Prince Fielder would consider Cubs in free agency  —  Despite a rivalry with the Cubs that has at times seemed personal, Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Prince Fielder said Tuesday he hasn't ruled out the Cubs as a possible destination if he reaches free agency this fall.

Injuries to Derek Jeter, Russell Martin squeeze Yankees  —  NEW YORK — Joe Girardi knew Derek Jeter would lobby hard to avoid his first trip to the disabled list since 2003.  —  But the New York Yankees manager, remembering a similar situation last year with third baseman Alex Rodriguez …

Scott Kazmir has another bad minor league start, may be finished as an Angel  —  Struggling left-hander gives up six earned runs in 1 2/3 innings for Salt Lake, pushing his ERA with triple-A team to 17.02, and Angels may have to release him — and eat $14.5 million on his contract.

Florida Marlins call up Jose Lopez, who will start at second base tonight  —  The Marlins made a few roster moves after the first game of today's double-header: RHP Elih Villanueva was optioned back to Class AAA New Orleans after allowing eight runs in three innings in an 8-1 loss.

Jhoulys Chacin stymies Padres as Rockies win 6-3  —  DENVER - Jhoulys Chacin scattered three hits over six sharp innings and Seth Smith hit a tiebreaking single as part of a five-run sixth, lifting the Colorado Rockies to a 6-3 win over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday.

Rehab over, Mauer to return to Twins lineup Friday  —  FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) Joe Mauer's return to the Minnesota lineup has been set for Friday.  —  Mauer finished his minor-league rehabilitation assignment by facing teammate Joe Nathan in a live batting practice session in Florida on Wednesday.

Hanley sits out day game after night game  —  Star shortstop expected to play in twin-bill nightcap  —  PHILADELPHIA — On Wednesday morning, before Game 1 of a split doubleheader, Marlins shortstop Hanley Ramirez was taking his regular round of batting practice.  The 27-year-old also fielded his share of grounders.

Final: Red Sox 3, Rays 0  —  Game over  —  It will be overshadowed by the Stanley Cup Final, but Josh Beckett was sensational tonight in tossing a 3-0 one-hit shutout.  His performance was certainly right there with recently great starts by Detroit's Justin Verlander, the Angels' Jered Weaver and Tampa Bay's James Shields.

Einhorn Could Get Control Of New York Mets For $1  —  In three years hedge fund manager David Einhorn could gain control of the New York Mets for $1.  —  Last month Einhorn and the owners of the MLB team, Fred Wilpon and Saul Katz, came to terms on a deal in which Einhorn would pay $200 million …

Phil Hughes could be pitching for New York Yankees by early July if rehab starts go smoothly  —  The injury-riddled Yankees' pitching staff could be getting a lift at the start of next month in the form of Phil Hughes.  —  Hughes, out since April 15 with inflammation in his shoulder …

Heyward activated from DL, ready to play  —  ATLANTA — Confident that his right shoulder will no longer be a problem, Jason Heyward returned to the Braves' lineup for Wednesday night's game against the Mets at Turner Field.  —  The Braves activated Heyward from the disabled list late Wednesday afternoon …

Angels 4  —  Box Score  —  Play-By-Play  —  Photos  —  Conversation  —  Angels-Mariners Preview … Jered Weaver is among the AL leaders in ERA, and some production from the Los Angeles Angels' bats could have him leading the way in victories, too.  —  A power surge from Vernon Wells may have given Weaver a sense of relief.