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2:50 AM ET, June 21, 2012

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Jon Paul Morosi / mlbbuzz:
Yankees, Giants, Blue Jays scouting Rodriguez  —  With the non-waiver trade deadline less than six weeks away, the cavalcade of scouting stars is underway.  —  Tuesday night in Houston, sources say representatives for the Yankees, Giants and Blue Jays were in attendance …
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Jeremy Warnemuende / MLB.com:
Blue Jays balancing bullpen, claim Pauley
Discussion: Bluebird Banter and MLB Daily Dish
Tom Haudricourt / Boston Herald:
Brewers fall to homer-happy Blue Jays
Roger Schlueter / MLB.com:
MLB Notebook: Blue Jays flexing muscle
Discussion: Bluebird Banter
Associated Press:
Gallardo helps Brewers push past Blue Jays
Discussion: Brew Crew Ball
Ian Browne / MLB.com:
Red Sox agree to terms with top pick Marrero  —  BOSTON — The Red Sox have secured the services of their first selection in this year's First-Year Player Draft, signing shortstop Deven Marrero on Wednesday.  —  The Arizona State product received a $2.05 million signing bonus that was $300,000 …
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Rob Bradford / WEEI:
BORAS: NO TALKS OF MULTI-YEAR ELLSBURY DEAL
Discussion: MLB Rumors
Ian Browne / MLB.com:
Pedroia, Sox hope thumb injury isn't serious
Ian Browne / MLB.com:
Ross returns as Podsednik heads to DL
Associated Press:
Gee Pitches Shutout Ball Into 8th, Mets Beat O's  —  NEW YORK (AP) — Dillon Gee extended the Mets' shutout streak to 29 innings before Baltimore broke through late, and New York held off the Orioles 4-3 on a steamy Wednesday night for a three-game sweep.  —  The Mets nearly shut out the Orioles for the third straight day.
Discussion: Yahoo! Sports and Camden Chat
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Matthew Cerrone / MetsBlog.com:
Final Score: Mets 4 Orioles 3
Discussion: Amazin' Avenue
Associated Press:
Weaver Returns From DL, Beats Giants 6-0  —  LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jered Weaver pitched six innings of two-hit ball in his return from the disabled list and the Los Angeles Angels beat the San Francisco Giants 6-0 on Wednesday night, handing Ryan Vogelsong his first loss in almost seven weeks.
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Associated Press:
Pujols, Trumbo, Trout Batter Giants for 12 Runs
Discussion: Yahoo! Sports
Corey Brock / MLB.com:
Injured Padres join ‘The Breakfast Club’  —  SAN DIEGO — Padres manager Bud Black was talking about “The Breakfast Club” on Wednesday, though it wasn't the John Hughes movie he was referring to.  —  Black has dubbed the group of injured players who get treatment and work out each morning at Petco Park as “The Breakfast Club.”
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Associated Press:
Darvish settles, helps Rangers edge Padres
Discussion: MLB.com
Associated Press:
Strasburg Strikes Out 10 as Nationals Top Rays 3-2  —  WASHINGTON (AP) — Stephen Strasburg struck out 10 to win a fast-ballers' duel with newbie Chris Archer, Joel Peralta managed to pitch without having his glove inspected, and the Washington Nationals snapped a four-game losing streak Wednesday night …
Discussion: Associated Press
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Associated Press:
Twins Ride Willingham in 2-1 Win Over Pirates  —  PITTSBURGH (AP) — Josh Willingham hit a go-ahead homer in the eighth inning and the Minnesota Twins scratched past the Pittsburgh Pirates 2-1 on Wednesday night.  —  Willingham took a fastball from Jason Grilli (1-2) over the wall in left field …
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Will Graves / Associated Press:
Pirates drop Twins 7-2 for 3rd straight win
Discussion: Twinkie Town and Bucs Dugout
Associated Press:
Helton's Error Helps Phillies Beat Rockies 7-6  —  PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Todd Helton missed tagging first base to allow the winning run to score on Placido Polanco's grounder in the ninth inning and the Philadelphia Phillies rallied to beat the Colorado Rockies 7-6 on Wednesday night.
Associated Press:
Masterson Snuffs Reds in Indians' 8-1 Win  —  CLEVELAND (AP) — Justin Masterson pitched a three-hitter for his first complete game this season and the AL Central-leading Cleveland Indians finished a three-game sweep of the Cincinnati Reds with an 8-1 victory Wednesday night.
Associated Press:
Milone, Cespedes Lead A's Past Dodgers 4-1  —  OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Tommy Milone pitched a three-hitter for his first career complete game, Yoenis Cespedes had two hits and an RBI in his return to the Oakland lineup and the Athletics beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-1 on Wednesday night for their seventh win in eight games.
Discussion: Associated Press
Troy E. Renck / Denver Post:
Troy Tulowitzki injury needs surgery; likely out 8 weeks, Rockies say  —  PHILADELPHIA — Troy Tulowitzki finally knows what's wrong with his leg, but that relief is muted by the potential eight-week absence he faces following arthroscopic surgery on his left groin.
Ben Badler / Baseball America:
Yankees Agree To Sign Cuban Lefty Omar Luis For $4 Million  —  The Yankees have agreed to sign Cuban lefthander Omar Luis to a minor league contract with a $4 million bonus.  —  Luis, 19, has a five-pitch mix, stands out for his pitchability and scouts have lauded him for his competitiveness on the international circuit.
Jenifer Langosch / MLB.com:
Carp progressing with bullpen sessions  —  DETROIT — Chris Carpenter threw his fourth bullpen session on Wednesday and is expected to add the challenge of facing hitters the next time he gets on the mound.  —  Assuming Carpenter doesn't feel any day-after pain from his latest work …
Discussion: Associated Press and HardballTalk
Associated Press:
D-backs crank 6 HRs, edge Mariners in slugfest  —  Recap  —  Box Score  —  Play-By-Play  —  Photos  —  Conversation  —  Diamondbacks tie franchise record with 6 home runs, beat Mariners  —  PHOENIX — Ryan Roberts hit an inside-the-park home run, Justin Upton ended a long drought …
Discussion: Associated Press and AZ Snake Pit
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Associated Press:
Ichiro reaches milestone as M's outslug D-backs
Discussion: Lookout Landing
 
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Rowan Kavner / MLB.com:
Beckham says slump belongs to entire team
Ben Estes / MLB.com:
A's expect to lose Colon to disabled list
Discussion: MLB Daily Dish
Spencer Fordin / MLB.com:
Brett, Bernie to manage in Futures Game
Discussion: HardballTalk and Boston Globe
Todd Zolecki / MLB.com:
Positive test costs Phils' Galvis 50 games
Rob Neyer / Baseball Nation:
History Suggests Rockies' 4-Man Rotation Won't Last Long
Discussion: Deadspin, Purple Row and Lone Star Ball
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David O'Brien / Boston Herald:
Braves snap Yankees' winning streak
Discussion: Baseball Prospectus
Ryan Divish / Mariners Insider:
Top prospects Danny Hultzen and Nick Franklin will be called up to Tacoma
Associated Press:
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