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Colleen Kane / Chicago Tribune:
Short journey for new White Sox prospect Eloy Jimenez after crosstown trade — Eloy Jimenez singles in the second inning during a spring training game against the Indians at Sloan Park on Feb. 26, 2017. — Chicago Tribune — Eloy Jimenez didn't have to travel far for his first game in the White Sox organization.
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Paul Sullivan / Chicago Tribune:
Theo Epstein on Cubs-White Sox trade: ‘Both teams demonstrated the priority is winning’
Theo Epstein on Cubs-White Sox trade: ‘Both teams demonstrated the priority is winning’
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Chicago Tribune
Mike Ehrmann / Atlanta Journal-Constitution:
LEADOFF: Who has top farm system now, Braves or White Sox?
John Harper / New York Daily News:
How Yankees fare against Red Sox could determine how aggressive they'll be at trade deadline
How Yankees fare against Red Sox could determine how aggressive they'll be at trade deadline
Discussion:
Over the Monster and Pinstripe Alley
Mark Gonzales / Chicago Tribune:
Cubs trade reinforces faith in Kyle Schwarber, fellow MLB youngsters
Cubs trade reinforces faith in Kyle Schwarber, fellow MLB youngsters
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Chicago Tribune
Associated Press:
Red Sox cut losses, designate Sandoval for assignment — BOSTON (AP) — Panda-mania is over in Boston before it ever really began. — The Red Sox designated third baseman Pablo Sandoval for assignment on Friday, cutting their losses on the $95 million free agent who was never productive …
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Sterling Pingree / The Drive:
Boston Red Sox second half wish list
Boston Red Sox second half wish list
Discussion:
MLB on Yahoo! Sports, Lone Star Ball and Over the Monster
Steve Adams / MLB Trade Rumors:
Red Sox Designate Pablo Sandoval For Assignment
Red Sox Designate Pablo Sandoval For Assignment
Discussion:
McCovey Chronicles, MLB Daily Dish, Over the Monster, Talking Chop and Lone Star Ball
Mike Lupica / Sports on Earth Writers:
MAN OF STEAL: SUPER DAVE LEADS L.A.
MAN OF STEAL: SUPER DAVE LEADS L.A.
Discussion:
MLB Daily Dish
Dan Martin / New York Post:
Michael Pineda's Yankees career likely over with torn elbow … BOSTON — The Yankees' second half is off to a miserable start — and they haven't even taken the field. — Michael Pineda has been diagnosed with a partially torn ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow and is headed …
Discussion:
BBTF's Baseball Primer …
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Steve Adams / MLB Trade Rumors:
Michael Pineda Has Torn UCL; Tommy John Surgery Recommended — Yankees GM Brian Cashman announced devastating injury news to reporters today, revealing that Michael Pineda has been diagnosed with a partially torn ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow (Twitter link via the YES Network's Jack Curry).
Discussion:
FanRag Sports, DRaysBay and Pinstripe Alley
ESPN:
Michael Pineda to get 2nd opinion on Tommy John surgery recommendation — The New York Yankees on Friday said Michael Pineda needs Tommy John surgery for a torn ulnar collateral ligament, but the pitcher will get a second opinion before opting to have the season-ending procedure.
Discussion:
MLB Trade Rumors
Fox Sports:
Brewers face Phillies with hope of building NL Central lead (Jul 14, 2017) — MILWAUKEE — After four days of relaxing during the All-Star break, the NL Central-leading Milwaukee Brewers return to action Friday night, looking to build on a 5 1/2-game lead over the Chicago Cubs when they take on the Philadelphia Phillies at Miller Park.
Discussion:
Brew Crew Ball
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Rick Hummel / St. Louis Post-Dispatch:
Some divisions appear settled while others remain wide open — St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Matt Carpenter catches a line drive by Philadelphia Phillies' Odubel Herrera then steps on first base to double off the runner in the seventh inning during a game between the St. Louis Cardinals …
Discussion:
MLB Daily Dish
Eric Karbaell / ESPN:
Top MLB DFS building blocks for Friday's slate — Our experts are here to provide the best hitters and pitchers for you to build your daily fantasy baseball lineups around on Friday. — Today's panel includes ESPN Fantasy's Eric Karabell, Tristan H. Cockcroft and Kyle Soppe. — Hitters to build around
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Kevin Kernan / New York Post:
Alderson and Harvey futures just a few questions facing Mets
Alderson and Harvey futures just a few questions facing Mets
Discussion:
Purple Row
Rich Shook / UPI:
MLB: Toronot Blue Jays, Detroit Tigers aim to get into contention in second half — DETROIT — Two teams hoping against hope they can become contenders and avoid the dreaded selloff label — the Toronto Blue Jays and Detroit Tigers — begin the post-All-Star-break schedule Friday with a three-game series at Comerica Park.
Discussion:
Bless You Boys
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Fox Sports:
Astros host Twins, set sail on second half (Jul 14, 2017) — HOUSTON — The Houston Astros had braced themselves for elevated expectations heading into this season following a series of savvy veteran acquisitions that positioned the club to take the significant leap from ordinary postseason contender …
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Dave Clark / Cincinnati.com:
Reds-Nationals at GABP to feature donkeys, REDzilla — The Cincinnati Reds resume play after the All-Star break on Friday night against the Washington Nationals, and the three-game series Friday, Saturday and Sunday will feature giveaways as well as unscheduled excitement, including REDzilla …
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ESPN:
Orioles' Chris Davis expects to return Friday vs. Cubs — Baltimore Orioles first baseman Chris Davis, who went on the DL for a right oblique strain on June 13, expects to return to the lineup against the Chicago Cubs on Friday night. — He played in two rehab games at Class A …
Discussion:
Camden Chat
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Brett Bodner / New York Daily News:
Aaron Judge defied NASA equations when he hit the roof of Marlins Park at Home Run Derby — One small step for Aaron Judge, one giant leap for Marlins Park. — When the Marlins were planning out their stadium they turned to experts who used NASA equations to determine how high to make the roof …
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Tom Verducci / SI.com:
1. Aaron Judge chases Mark McGwire
1. Aaron Judge chases Mark McGwire
Discussion:
CBS New York, CBS Miami and Deadspin
Anthony Fenech / Detroit Free Press:
Tigers midseason grades: Brad Ausmus, Al Avila deserve blame too — All week, Free Press sports writer Anthony Fenech has been revealing his midseason grades for the Detroit Tigers. Today's the final installment: — Manager Brad Ausmus: C - — There is only so much Ausmus can do with this team …
Steve Adams / MLB Trade Rumors:
Henderson Alvarez To Sign With Long Island Ducks — Right-hander Henderson Alvarez has agreed to a deal with the Long Island Ducks of the independent Atlantic League, reports Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports (on Twitter). The BHSC client will look to showcase his health on the indy circuit …
Chelsea Janes / Washington Post:
Joe Ross will go to disabled list; Nats to call up relievers Trevor Gott, Austin Adams — The Nationals will add two new relievers to their troubled bullpen Friday in Cincinnati, though not quite in the way some hoped. Right-handers Trevor Gott and Austin Adams will be promoted to the big leagues Friday …
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Washington Times
The Sports Xchange / Fox Sports:
TV: FOX Sports Florida TIME: Pregame coverage begins at 6:30 p.m. — CAN'T GET TO A TV? WATCH IT LIVE ON FOX SPORTS GO — MIAMI — The Miami Marlins are coming off a good week. — The Los Angeles Dodgers, meanwhile, are having a great season. — On Friday, the Dodgers …
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True Blue LA