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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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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.
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The Comeback and MLB Trade Rumors
Colleen Kane / Chicago Tribune:
White Sox prospect Zack Burdi suffers UCL tear; likely to undergo Tommy John surgery — White Sox manager Rick Renteria discusses pitcher Zack Burdi's development in spring training on Feb. 21, 2017, at Camelback Ranch. (Colleen Kane/Chicago Tribune) — Chicago Tribune
Dan Martin / New York Post:
Michael Pineda's Yankees career likely over with torn elbow
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BBTF's Baseball Primer …
Fox Sports:
Quintana happy to join Cubs' playoff push after trade — BALTIMORE (AP) Jose Quintana didn't have to travel far when he was traded from the Chicago White Sox to the Cubs. — However, he understands the expectations are worlds apart. — Entering Friday, the Cubs (43-45) …
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Zach Buchanan / Cincinnati.com:
Mesoraco on shoulder injury: “This is nothing” — With the all-star break in the rearview mirror, it's time for second half of the MLB season to get underway. Here are the story lines that will shape the rest of the season. USA TODAY Sports — CONNECT
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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
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Over the Monster, MLB Daily Dish, Talking Chop, McCovey Chronicles and Lone Star Ball
Sterling Pingree / The Drive:
Boston Red Sox second half wish list
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MLB on Yahoo! Sports, Surviving Grady, Lone Star Ball and Over the Monster
George Sipple / Detroit Free Press:
Detroit Tigers' Michael Fulmer not worried about trade rumors — Right-handed pitcher Michael Fulmer is not concerned about being traded by the Detroit Tigers. — It seems preposterous that the Tigers would consider dealing Fulmer, who is coming off his first All-Star experience and was the 2016 American League Rookie of the Year.
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Anthony Fenech / Detroit Free Press:
Tigers midseason grades: Brad Ausmus, Al Avila deserve blame too
Anthony Fenech / Detroit Free Press:
Tigers midseason grades: Justin Wilson best of bad bunch of relievers
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Bless You Boys
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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MLB Daily Dish and FanRag Sports
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Alec McChesney / Kansas City Star:
Entering second half, Moustakas believes Royals belong in the postseason — On Friday night, the Kansas City Royals (44-43) returned from the All-Star break to host the Texas Rangers (43-45), and after a slow start, Kansas City has turned its season around, sitting just three games …
USA Today:
2017 MLB midseason awards: Aaron Judge, Bryce Harper leading MVP candidates — Aaron Judge isn't just halfway to a Rookie of the Year award - he's also the frontrunner to walk away with American League Most Valuable Player honors. — Judge topped USA TODAY Sports' AL MVP vote totals in our midseason award rankings.
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Kevin Santo / USA Today:
Bold second-half predictions for all 30 MLB teams — The Major League Baseball season is unpredictable. — Before the first pitch of the second half of the season was thrown, the Chicago Cubs acquired ace Jose Quintana from the Chicago White Sox in a blockbuster deal.
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Camden Chat, Brew Crew Ball and South Side Sox
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
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Amazin' Avenue and Purple Row
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, MLB on Yahoo! Sports and Federal Baseball
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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.
