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Royals' Duffy looks to duplicate success vs. Yankees (May 23, 2017) — NEW YORK — Five days ago, Danny Duffy enjoyed tremendous success in shutting down the New York Yankees. — A effective slider was a key element that day, and Duffy looks to replicate it Tuesday night …
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Paul Sporer / ESPN:
Daily notes: Pitcher and hitter rankings for Tuesday — Starting pitching has been a challenge this year, thanks to the seemingly never-ending rash of injuries, but we focus Tuesday on three arms who could have some long-term viability, if your team's rotation has been ravaged by injuries.
Rustin Dodd / Kansas City Star:
Royals are on pace to break their other paltry home-run record — NEW YORK — So the Royals have this home-run record, and it has somehow survived for three decades. — The mark has lasted through 100-loss seasons, and it has endured through American League pennants and championship parades.
Colleen Kane / Chicago Tribune:
Diamondbacks, Zack Greinke lead White Sox 5-1 — Photos from the game on May 22, 2017, in Phoenix. — Chicago Tribune — Daniel Descalso hit a three-run homer off White Sox right-hander Miguel Gonzalez, and the Diamondbacks led 5-1 Monday night at Chase Field.
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Even with Luis Robert agreement, White Sox GM Rick Hahn says more work to do — White Sox general manager Rick Hahn says the club still has more work to do as it rebuilds. — Chicago Tribune — As the White Sox wait to officially welcome Luis Robert into the fold …
Colleen Kane / Chicago Tribune:
Injured pitcher Carlos Rodon hopes White Sox will ‘lift the leash off’ soon — Photos of White Sox pitcher Carlos Rodon. — Chicago Tribune — Carlos Rodon can present a fairly reserved demeanor, but the left-hander visibly was thrilled to be back around the White Sox on Monday afternoon …
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Anthony Fenech / Detroit Free Press:
Tigers' Anibal Sanchez going to minors in hopes of regaining starting pitching form — HOUSTON - Anibal Sanchez is a starting pitcher. — He has been for his entire professional baseball career. — So instead of continuing to work upstream as a relief pitcher - see-sawing between …
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Brad Peacock helps Astros to combined 1-hitter in spot start for Dallas Keuchel … HOUSTON — The Houston Astros used a group effort to make up for what they hope is the one start ace Dallas Keuchel will miss with a pinched nerve in his neck. — Brad Peacock and three relievers combined …
Anthony Fenech / Detroit Free Press:
Tigers (one hit) unable to back up Michael Fulmer's solid night in 1-0 loss to Astros — HOUSTON - They landed in Texas around 4 a.m. this morning, a bumpy flight in the books, and arrived in their hotel rooms around 5 a.m., one heck of a tired bunch following a Sunday night loss to the Rangers.
Associated Press:
James Loney granted release from Braves' Triple-A Gwinnett — ATLANTA — First baseman James Loney has requested and received his release from the Braves' Triple-A Gwinnett team. — The 33-year-old Loney signed a minor league deal with the team on Thursday after the Braves learned …
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Adams hits 2-run HR to power Braves past Pirates, 5-2 (May 22, 2017) — ATLANTA (AP) Matt Adams' first home run with the Braves came down near the right-field restaurant that had been the landing spot for a few of Freddie Freeman's long balls this season. — Adams was quick to say he's …
Rob Biertempfel / Greensburg Tribune-Review:
Braves get to Cole; Hurdle, Freese ejected in Pirates' loss — ATLANTA — Manager Clint Hurdle and David Freese were told to leave in the fourth inning. Gerrit Cole slunk away in the fifth. Jordy Mercer had to go in the seventh. — It was that kind of Monday night for the Pirates …
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Dick Scanlon / Associated Press:
Wild pitch helps Angels beat Rays 3-2 — ST. PETERSBURG, FLA. — Jefry Marte scored the go-ahead run on a wild pitch in the seventh inning to help the Los Angeles Angels' beat the Tampa Bay Rays 3-2 on Monday night. — The Angels, who have won six of eight, pushed across the run without …
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Steve Adams / MLB Trade Rumors:
Angels Option C.J. Cron To Triple-A
Angels Option C.J. Cron To Triple-A
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Paul Sullivan / Chicago Tribune:
Championship window may be closing for Giants — San Francisco Giants second baseman Joe Panik hits a home run off Cubs starting pitcher John Lackey in the first inning Monday, May 22, 2017, at Wrigley Field. — Chicago Tribune — Everyone knows the Red Sox have been the Cubs' role models since …
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Mark Gonzales / Chicago Tribune:
Cubs, John Lackey trail Giants 4-0 in 4th
ESPN:
Tigers option RHP Anibal Sanchez to Triple-A Toledo — Detroit Tigers right-handed pitcher Anibal Sanchez has been optioned to Triple-A Toledo, manager Brad Ausmus announced today. — Ausmus said Sanchez made the decision to go to the minors in an attempt to become a starter again.
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Jeff Todd / MLB Trade Rumors:
Tigers Option Anibal Sanchez
Tigers Option Anibal Sanchez
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Mariners make roster moves to clear spot for return of Cano — SEATTLE (AP) The Seattle Mariners have recalled catcher Mike Zunino and pitcher Emilio Pagan from Triple-A Tacoma and optioned three players to help clear a spot for the expected return of second baseman Robinson Cano.
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Steve Adams / MLB Trade Rumors:
Minor MLB Transactions: 5/22/17 — Here are Monday's minor moves from around the league... - Paul Hoynes of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports that right-hander Carlos Frias has accepted an outright assignment to Triple-A Columbus after clearing waivers (Twitter link).
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Steve Adams / MLB Trade Rumors:
Astros Designate Andrew Aplin For Assignment
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All Rise! The Judge's Chambers, in session at Yankee Stadium — NEW YORK (AP) The verdict is in: Rookie slugger Aaron Judge is getting his own rooting section at Yankee Stadium. — Now in session, The Judge's Chambers. — Framed by faux wood paneling, covering three rows and fashioned …
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Mariners' Bergman to start opener at Nationals — WASHINGTON — It is amazing what leaving Denver can do for pitchers and their confidence, not to mention their ERAs. — That appears to be the case for Christian Bergman, who is slated to start on the mound for the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday …
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Minnesota Twins put Phil Hughes on DL for biceps injury — The Minnesota Twins placed Phil Hughes on the 10-day disabled list with inflammation of the right biceps tendon and recalled Kyle Gibson from Triple-A Rochester to start Monday's road game against the Baltimore Orioles.
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Marc Narducci / Philly.com:
Phillies drop Michael Saunders in order, hoping to get him going — Phillies manager Pete Mackanin is doing everything in his power, trying to get slumping rightfielder Michael Saunders going. — An all-star last year with the Toronto Blue Jays who tailed off precipitously in the second half …
Colleen Kane / Chicago Tribune:
White Sox top prospect Yoan Moncada appears in Chicago, just for doctor visit — Chicago Tribune — Yoan Moncada caused a minor social-media stir Monday morning when he posted a photo of himself with a filter that showed he was in Chicago. — However, the top White Sox prospect did not arrive to prepare for a big-league call.
Aj MassEspn / ESPN:
Fantasy 30: Eric Thames, Aaron Nola, Ian Kinsler and more — Even when you're a fan of one specific major league baseball team, it can be difficult to keep track of all the news that surrounds your favorite club on a daily basis. However, when you're a fantasy baseball owner …
Fox Sports:
A's try to keep power amped up against Marlins (May 23, 2017) — OAKLAND, Calif. — The Oakland Athletics powered their way to a 3-1 series win over the Boston Red Sox last weekend at Oakland Coliseum, hitting eight home runs to give them 64 for the season.
Mark Gonzales / Chicago Tribune:
Cubs outfield prospect Mark Zagunis regains hitting stroke at Triple-A Iowa — Cubs manager Joe Maddon compares outfielder Mark Zagunis to former major-leaguer Kevin Millar. — Chicago Tribune — After being optioned to Triple-A Iowa last March, Cubs outfielder Mark Zagunis was described …