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12:50 PM ET, April 13, 2012

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Bill Chastain / MLB.com:
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.
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Ian Browne / MLB.com:
Beckett, Red Sox hope to win back trust of fans  —  Starter aware of responsibility in taking ball for home opener  —  BOSTON — It's hard to imagine all the developments that have taken place since the last time the Red Sox played a baseball game at Fenway Park.  —  First came the collapse, and it was both epic and historic.
Andy Martino / NY Daily News:
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.
Associated Press:
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.
Mark Polishuk / MLB Rumors:
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.
Coop Scoop:
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.
Discussion: Bless You Boys and Beck's Blog
Dylan Hernandez / Los Angeles Times:
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.
Discussion: Bucs Dugout
David Pinto / baseballmusings.com:
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.
Discussion: Federal Baseball and Red Reporter
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Associated Press:   Wild Pitch Helps Nats Beat Reds 3-2 in 10 Innings
Erik Malinowski / Deadspin:
Baseball's Unwritten Rules, Uncovered After 26 Years  —  A few weeks ago, I found myself in Austin and happened upon one of these flea market-type warehouses.  It's like a ginormous, impersonal yard sale: People come with their stuff, set it up in their little station, put a price tag on everything, and hope it eventually sells.
Jordan Bastian / MLB.com:
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.
Discussion: Let's Go Tribe
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Associated Press:
Damon says he's close to signing with Indians
Discussion: SI Tracking Blog
Fox Sports:
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.
MLB.com:
Pat Burrell to officially retire as a Phillie  —  Outfielder Pat Burrell will officially retire as a Phillie during the Boston Red Sox series at Citizens Bank Park in May.  —  The 35-year-old will sign a one-day minor league contract with the Phillies, thus officially retiring as a member …
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Paul Hagen / MLB.com:
Burrell grateful for chance to retire with Phillies
Discussion: Phillies Nation
Tim Dierkes / MLB Rumors:
Pat Burrell Retires
Associated Press:
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.
Associated Press:
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 …
Discussion: Twinkie Town and Associated Press
Associated Press:
Boesch Leads Tigers to 7-2 Win Over Rays  —  DETROIT (AP) — Brennan Boesch drove in four runs on his 27th birthday, leading the Detroit Tigers to their fifth win in six games to start the season, 7-2 over the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday.  —  Drew Smyly gave up a run in four-plus innings in his major league debut.
Discussion: DRaysBay and Associated Press
 
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