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Roger Rubin / UPI:
Yankees vs Red Sox: Why baseball's greatest rivalry is back — NEW YORK — A little less than a month ago, the Boston Red Sox were having a third baseman issue. They were getting less offensive production than any other American League team from that spot.
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Jesse Yomtov / USA Today:
Three weekend series that impact the MLB pennant race — Baseball's contenders face a crucial stretch as we enter the middle of August. — The American League East and Central are still very much in play, while six teams are within four games for the two wild card spots.
OddsShark / SBNation.com:
Red Sox vs. Yankees odds 2017: Boston a small underdog in the Bronx for Friday opener
Red Sox vs. Yankees odds 2017: Boston a small underdog in the Bronx for Friday opener
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Pinstripe Alley, Over the Monster, NESN.com and baseballmusings.com
George A. King III / New York Post:
Jordan Montgomery likely to take Sabathia's start vs. Red Sox
Jordan Montgomery likely to take Sabathia's start vs. Red Sox
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Sporting News and NESN.com
Fox Sports:
LEADING OFF: Garcia joins Yankees-Red Sox rivalry, Votto run
LEADING OFF: Garcia joins Yankees-Red Sox rivalry, Votto run
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Justin Terranova / New York Post:
Red Sox's 20-year-old sensation a big reason why they're in first
Red Sox's 20-year-old sensation a big reason why they're in first
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Over the Monster
Barry Jackson / miamiherald:
Loria agrees to sell Miami Marlins to Sherman and Jeter, source says — Miami Marlins owner Jeffrey Loria has agreed to sell the franchise for $1.2 billion to a group led by New York businessman Bruce Sherman and former New York Yankees star Derek Jeter, and Major League Baseball is expected …
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ESPN:
What does Jeffrey Loria get for mishandling Marlins? Pure profit — In a game so often described as one of failure, in a game that promises to be one of meritocracy, there is one job immune to both: the owner's. — That much was made clear by news Friday that Jeffrey Loria will sell his Miami Marlins …
Bob Nightengale / TCPalm.com:
Derek Jeter-led group agrees to buy Miami Marlins for $1.2 billion — Derek Jeter is about to become a co-owner of the Miami Marlins. — Marlins owner Jeffrey Loria has agreed to sell the franchise for $1.2 billion to the New York Yankees legend and his group led by New York businessman Bruce Sherman …
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UPI:
Chicago White Sox acquire minor-league pitcher Ryan Burr from Arizona Diamondbacks — The Chicago White Sox acquired minor league right-handed pitcher Ryan Burr in a trade with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday in exchange for international signing bonus pool money.
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Derrick Goold / St. Louis Post-Dispatch:
Cards to open 2018 season on Thursday March 29 in New York — To open the 2018 season, the Cardinals will head back on the road for their sixth opening day away from home in the past seven seasons. The Cardinals will open the regular season in Queens against the New York Mets on March 29 …
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FanRag Sports and Bleed Cubbie Blue
Connor Byrne / MLB Trade Rumors:
White Sox Acquire Ryan Burr From D-Backs For International Bonus Money
White Sox Acquire Ryan Burr From D-Backs For International Bonus Money
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MLB on Yahoo! Sports
ABC News:
Mike Trout comes through in 9th as Angels beat Mariners 6-3 — Mike Trout provided the capper to a miserable night for the Seattle Mariners. — Trout looped a three-run double just inside the left-field line with two outs in the ninth inning, and the Los Angeles Angels cooled off the Mariners with a 6-3 victory on Thursday night.
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Mike Puma / New York Post:
Mets official blasts Yankees on deadline deals that weren't made … PHILADELPHIA — Next week's Subway Series could have an added vibe, with the Mets and Yankees sparring at the organizational level over trades that weren't made in recent weeks. — Jay Bruce's trade to the Indians earlier …
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Associated Press:
Mets ace deGrom's arm hit by liner, exits 10-0 rout of Phils
Mets ace deGrom's arm hit by liner, exits 10-0 rout of Phils
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Faith and Fear in Flushing and Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Kristie Ackert / New York Daily News:
Dominic Smith to be called up, join Mets in Philadelphia on Friday
Dominic Smith to be called up, join Mets in Philadelphia on Friday
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Minor League Ball, Amazin' Avenue and Elite Sports NY
Associated Press:
Giancarlo Stanton homers again but Marlins drop 3rd straight to Nationals — WASHINGTON (AP) — On a team loaded with stars, two rookies played key roles in Washington's win Thursday night. — Brian Goodwin had two hits, including a home run into the second deck leading off the eighth inning …
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David Driver / UPI:
Washington Nationals scoot past Miami Marlins
Washington Nationals scoot past Miami Marlins
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Fox Sports:
Padres take road woes to Dodger Stadium — LOS ANGELES — By any measure, the Los Angeles Dodgers are coming off a wildly successful road trip ... and home is where they play better than anybody. — The San Diego Padres, meanwhile, will roll into Dodger Stadium on Friday night …
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Rustin Dodd / Kansas City Star:
Royals may be slumping, but they're still swinging at a record pace — On the night of Aug. 2, in the final moments of a baseball game in Baltimore, something strange happened. Orioles reliever Darren O'Day unleashed a 79 mph slider that broke low and outside.
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Chris Kuc / Chicago Tribune:
White Sox excited to see pitcher Reynaldo Lopez's first start with team — White Sox manager Rick Renteria previews pitcher Reynaldo Lopez's scheduled Friday debut with the team on Thursday, Aug. 10, 2017. (Chris Kuc/Chicago Tribune) — Chicago Tribune
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Associated Press:
Corey Dickerson's three-run homer lifts Rays over Indians — ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Corey Dickerson's three-run homer in the eighth inning carried the Tampa Bay Rays to a 4-1 win over the Cleveland Indians on Thursday night. — Dickerson's two-out blast off Nick Goody (1-2), his 22nd …
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Associated Press:
Sabathia on DL because of knee; Montgomery back — NEW YORK (AP) — Yankees left-hander CC Sabatthia was put on the 10-day disabled list because of right knee inflammation and left-hander Jordan Montgomery was recalled from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. — New York also activated infielder …
CBS Chicago:
Kris Bryant On Bryce Harper-Cubs Speculation: 'He'd Be A Good Addition' — The words came in free-flowing conversation, with a laugh attached and a rapport with radio hosts whom he visits with regularly. — So keep that context in mind when processing Cubs star Kris Bryant commenting …
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Connor Byrne / MLB Trade Rumors:
Rockies Promote Ryan McMahon — The Rockies announced that they've promoted infield prospect Ryan McMahon to the majors. In corresponding moves, the team optioned outfielder Raimel Tapia to Triple-A and designated left-hander Sam Moll for assignment. — Colorado chose to select McMahon's contract …
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Connor Byrne / MLB Trade Rumors:
Justin Verlander Could Add Opt-Out Clause To Contract If Traded — Thanks to Justin Verlander's age (34), sizable contract and full no-trade clause, the odds of the Tigers dealing the longtime ace this summer already appear low. Here's another wrinkle, courtesy of MLB Network's Jon Morosi …
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Connor Byrne / MLB Trade Rumors:
Brandon Phillips Clears Revocable Waivers — Braves second baseman Brandon Phillips has cleared revocable waivers, making him eligible for an August trade, according to FanRag's Jon Heyman. — With Phillips' previous team, the Reds, paying all but $1MM of his $13MM salary for 2017 …
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