Maddon, Scott have mixed opinions of Fenway  —  DETROIT — Friday afternoon's game against the Red Sox will be Boston's home opener, kicking off the 100th season of Major League baseball at Fenway Park.  —  “That's cool, it's very cool,” manager Joe Maddon said.

David Wright's future with NY Mets hinges on third basemen's health, as current deal expires after club option for 2013  —  Pinkie injury serves as reminder of third baseman's past woes  —  David Wright's health will help determine if Mets want to give hime long-term extension.

Kennedy Pitches Diamondbacks to 3-1 Win Over SD  —  SAN DIEGO (AP) — Ian Kennedy struck out nine in six innings to remain perfect for his career against San Diego, and Jason Kubel doubled in the go-ahead run in the sixth inning to send the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 3-1 victory over the Padres on Thursday night.

Indians close to adding Damon to lineup  —  Cleveland seeking help for sagging early-season offense  —  CLEVELAND — The Indians have warned against rushing to judge their offense only five games into the season, but that does not mean they aren't in the hunt for possible upgrades to the laboring lineup currently in place.

Pat Burrell Retires  —  APRIL 12th: The Phillies have announced that Burrell will sign a one-day minor league contract and retire with the club that originally drafted him.  The retirement ceremony will be held on May 19th.  —  JAN. 30th: Pat Burrell is retiring, MLBTR has learned.

Gio Improves  —  Gio Gonzalez saved his best for his home debut in Washington as he shuts out the Reds for seven innings.  It was an impressive outing as Gonzalez allowed just two hits while walking none and striking out seven.  This is the third start in a row in which the Nationals starter did not allow a run.

Dodgers complete sweep of Pirates  —  LOS ANGELES — How the Los Angeles Dodgers will fare against the National League's top teams remains a mystery.  —  But one week into the regular season, this much is already clear: They can dominate teams short on talent, experience and money.

Brandon Inge update from Thursday  —  Brandon Inge completed his three-day rehab assignment with the Mud Hens Thursday night in Toledo's 8-1 win over Louisville at Fifth Third Field.  Here's a look at how Inge played ...  Defensively, Inge was outstanding at second base.

Great trade swindle: 10-year anniversary  —  The 10-year anniversary of one of baseball's all-time swindles is June 27.  And if you want to know just how much of a haul the Cleveland Indians received from the Montreal Expos for right-hander Bartolo Colon, follow the money.

Make Or Break Year: Adam Lind  —  There were more than a few Blue Jays fans disappointed that Adam Lind was still the club's first baseman on Opening Day, given the (mostly unfounded) belief in Toronto that the team would make a push to sign Prince Fielder last winter.

Garza Shines, Greinke Routed as Cubs Beat Brewers  —  CHICAGO (AP) — Matt Garza pitched three-hit ball for 8 2-3 innings, and the Chicago Cubs sent Zack Greinke to his worst beating in 1½ years in an 8-0 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday that prevented a four-game sweep.

Braddock placed on temporary inactive list  —  CHICAGO — Promising Brewers left-hander Zach Braddock is back on Triple-A Nashville's temporary inactive list, where he spent the second half of last season while receiving treatment for personal issues.  —  Braddock, a key piece of the Brewers' bullpen …

Twins Power Their Way Back to Beat Angels 10-9  —  MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Justin Morneau hit a two-run, go-ahead homer in the eighth inning and the Minnesota Twins rallied from six runs down to beat the Los Angeles Angels 10-9 on Thursday.  —  Joe Mauer went deep, too, hitting …