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Joe Strauss / St. Louis Post-Dispatch:
Mozeliak moves to fix two problems — Sensitive to any suggestion that he exerts undue influence over his third-year manager, John Mozeliak is fond of saying, “I don't do lineups.” — Make no mistake: Mo helped write two months' worth of cards Thursday morning.
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Gordon Edes / ESPN:
Pain of losing Lester cuts deep — Former Red Sox ace deserved better than what he got from his pragmatic bosses — BOSTON — Yoenis Cespedes is both showman and shaman, bringing muscle and magic to a team sorely lacking in both. He will hit home runs that remind you of Manny …
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The Boston Globe, NESN.com, Boston Sports Media Watch, Full Count and Over the Monster
Associated Press:
Lackey Goes From Red Sox to Cards for Kelly, Craig
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Surviving Grady, Canadian Press, TSN.ca and Over the Monster
TSN.ca:
Yankees acquire SS Drew from Red Sox for IF Johnson
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Pinstripe Alley, MLB Trade Rumors and Canadian Press
TSN.ca:
Athletics trade LHP Milone to Twins for OF Fuld
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AaronGleeman.com, Canadian Press and Baseball Prospectus
Marc Topkin / Tampa Bay Times:
David Price on Rays trade: ‘Absolute sadness’ (w/video) — ST. PETERSBURG — The “absolute sadness” ace pitcher David Price said he felt after being traded by the Rays to the Detroit Tigers in a three-way deal Thursday was shared by many fans who believe the team's chances to reach the playoffs this season went with him.
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Rob Neyer / Fox Sports:
WE'RE ALL WINNERS! — In the wake of the three-team trade headlined by David Price, I've a difficult time escaping the conclusion that the Tampa Bay Rays, yet again, are the smartest kids in the room. Stick with me here for just a few minutes ... David Price is a wonderful pitcher, no question.
Jeff Todd / MLB Trade Rumors:
Tigers Acquire David Price In 3-Team Deal With Rays, Mariners
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MLB:
Tigers land David Price in 3-way deal
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Jayson Stark / ESPN:
Don't rule out a David Price trade
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Maria Torres / MLB.com:
Lucas, Jennings down to make room for new Marlins — MIAMI — The Marlins didn't move anyone on their 25-man roster in order to make Thursday's six-player trade with the Astros, so they had to make up for it optioning infielder Ed Lucas and left-handed reliever Dan Jennings to Triple-A New Orleans.
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TSN.ca:
Blue Jays, Happ look to continue winning ways versus Astros — The Sports Network — The Toronto Blue Jays go after a seventh straight win on Friday when they continue a four-game series with the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park. — Getting the call for the Jays on Friday will be lefty J.A. Happ, who is 8-5 with a 4.58 ERA.
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Bluebird Banter and Canadian Press
Todd Zolecki / MLB.com:
Amaro says Phils didn't overvalue players at Deadline — GM: Other teams weren't aggressive enough in pursuit of club's players — WASHINGTON — Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. kept a stiff upper lip as he spoke to reporters Thursday afternoon at Nationals Park.
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The Good Phight
Associated Press:
Dodgers Beat Braves 2-1 on Kershaw's 9-Hitter — LOS ANGELES — Clayton Kershaw scattered nine hits and struck out nine while tying his career-best winning streak of 10 games, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Atlanta Braves 2-1 Thursday night to complete the three-game sweep.
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Associated Press:
Marte, Hill Lift Diamondbacks Past Pirates, 7-4 — PHOENIX — Andy Marte hit a two-run home run and Aaron Hill added a solo shot in the sixth inning to power the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 7-4 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates Thursday night. — Nick Ahmed hit the Diamondbacks' third home run …
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Alex Speier / Full Count:
Sources: LHP Henry Owens promoted to Triple-A Pawtucket — Friday has quickly turned into a milestone day for two of the Red Sox' top pitching prospects. — With Anthony Ranaudo set to make his major league debut against the Yankees, the Sox are promoting left-hander Henry Owens to Triple-A Pawtucket …
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Over the Monster and NESN.com
Associated Press:
Pujols' RBI in 13th Lifts Angels Over Orioles 1-0 — BALTIMORE — Albert Pujols hit an RBI single in the 13th inning, and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Baltimore Orioles 1-0 Thursday night to avert a three-game series sweep. — Tyler Skaggs and six relievers combined on a five-hitter …
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csnbayarea.com:
Uggla not on Giants' flight, weighing return to Triple-A — SAN FRANCISCO — The Giants did not make a trade on Thursday, but they will have at least one new player on the roster when they begin a 10-game road trip Friday night at Citi Field. — Dan Uggla did not travel with the team …
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Adam McCalvy / MLB.com:
Brewers acquire Parra from D-backs for prospects — Milwaukee deals Haniger, Banda for left-handed bat, Gold Glove outfielder — ST. PETERSBURG — Gerardo Parra did not immediately know where he would fit into the Brewers' outfield mix after the team swung a trade for him Thursday, but he knew one thing.
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