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Colleen Kane / Chicago Tribune:
White Sox reinstate Miguel Gonzalez, Tyler Saladino from DL — Chicago Tribune — Those hoping to see a couple of White Sox prospects to open the second half will have to wait a while longer. — The Sox filled their two open roster spots by reinstating right-hander Miguel Gonzalez …
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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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Colleen Kane / Chicago Tribune:
Short journey for new White Sox prospect Eloy Jimenez after crosstown trade
Associated Press:
MLB: Cubs acquire Jose Quintana
MLB: Cubs acquire Jose Quintana
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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).
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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.
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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 …
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Cincinnati.com:
Zack Cozart open to extension with Reds, but time is running out — Before Tuesday's All-Star Game, Reds first baseman Joey Votto was asked about the future of fellow Reds All-Star Zack Cozart. Votto couldn't help but quote the movie “Jerry Maguire.” — “Show me the money!” Votto said, dramatically.
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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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Steve Adams / MLB Trade Rumors:
Red Sox Designate Pablo Sandoval For Assignment
Red Sox Designate Pablo Sandoval For Assignment
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Sterling Pingree / The Drive:
Boston Red Sox second half wish list
Boston Red Sox second half wish list
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Anthony Fenech / Detroit Free Press:
Tigers midseason grades: Justin Wilson best of bad bunch of relievers — Counting down the top-10 athletes playing on Detroit's four major professional sports teams right now! Check out our other video for Nos. 20-11! Marlowe Alter, Detroit Free Press — CONNECT
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Anthony Fenech / Detroit Free Press:
Tigers midseason grades: Brad Ausmus, Al Avila deserve blame too
Rich Shook / UPI:
MLB: Toronot Blue Jays, Detroit Tigers aim to get into contention in second half
MLB: Toronot Blue Jays, Detroit Tigers aim to get into contention in second half
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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
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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 …
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Associated Press:
Nationals place Joe Ross on DL with sprained elbow — CINCINNATI — The Washington Nationals put right-hander Joe Ross on the 10-day disabled list with a sprained elbow on Friday and revamped their bullpen for a series against the Reds. — Ross went 2-1 with a 2.36 ERA in four starts before the injury.
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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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Sam Henken / ESPN:
Rumor Central: Royals interested in rental pitcher, possibly Jaime Garcia — After a slow start, the Kansas City Royals have put themselves right back in the middle of the American League playoff picture. With the trade deadline approaching, the Royals have a target in mind for the stretch run.
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Scott Springer / Cincinnati.com:
MLB alumni help with clinic at Reds Urban Youth Academy — ROSELAWN - Though a stormy morning forced them inside, several young boys and girls were treated to an opportunity to learn basic baseball fundamentals in the Reds plush P&G Cincinnati MLB Urban Youth Academy July 13.
Mark Gonzales / Chicago Tribune:
Cubs open 2nd half with Ben Zobrist at leadoff, Kyle Schwarber as DH — Photos of Cubs catcher and outfielder Kyle Schwarber. — Chicago Tribune — The Chicago Cubs will open the second half with Ben Zobrist at the leadoff spot and Kyle Schwarber handling the designated hitter duties Friday night at Baltimore.
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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.
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Jeff Todd / MLB Trade Rumors:
White Sox Release Everth Cabrera — The White Sox have released veteran shortstop Everth Cabrera, according to Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago (via Twitter). He had been playing with the team's Triple-A affiliate. — Cabrera, 30, had hoped to make a comeback with the Sox after sitting out the 2016 season.
MarinersPR / From the Corner of Edgar & Dave:
Mariners Name Nasusel Cabrera Interim Bullpen Coach — Mariners General Manager Jerry Dipoto and field manager Scott Servais announced today that Nasusel Cabrera has been promoted to interim bullpen coach. He will begin his new duties today in Chicago. — Cabrera joined the Mariners …
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