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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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Justin Tasch / New York Daily News:
Jordan Montgomery called back up just in time to face Red Sox's Chris Sale — Jordan Montgomery's stint with Scranton/Wilkes-Barre was so brief that he didn't even throw for the Yankees' Triple-A affiliate before being called back up as he was scheduled to pitch on Saturday.
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 …
Kevin Santo / USA Today:
Yankees' CC Sabathia's stay on the disabled list should be a short one — NEW YORK - If there were a bright side to another CC Sabathia knee injury for the New York Yankees, it's that neither manager Joe Girardi nor the left-hander himself believe he will spend no more than the allotted 10 days on the disabled list.
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
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George A. King III / New York Post:
Jordan Montgomery likely to take Sabathia's start vs. Red Sox
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Fox Sports:
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
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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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Associated Press:
AP source: Marlins plan to sell to group that includes Jeter — MIAMI (AP) — A person familiar with the negotiations says the Miami Marlins have told Major League Baseball they intend to sign an agreement to sell the team to a group that includes former New York Yankees star Derek Jeter.
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Craig Davis / Orlando Sentinel:
Giancarlo Stanton hitting homers at a healthy pace, staying injury free — Marlins manager Don Mattingly discussesw reasons why Giancarlo Stanton is closing in one team record for homers in a seson. — Sun Sentinel — Giancarlo Stanton's rapid approach to the Miami Marlins' single-season home run record …
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
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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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Connor Byrne / MLB Trade Rumors:
White Sox Acquire Ryan Burr From D-Backs For International Bonus Money
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Derrick Goold / St. Louis Post-Dispatch:
Cards to open 2018 season on Thursday March 29 in New York
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Jeff Todd / MLB Trade Rumors:
Mariners Place James Paxton On 10-Day DL — The Mariners have placed top lefty James Paxton on the 10-day DL, per a club announcement. He is dealing with a strained left pectoral muscle. Young starter Andrew Moore has been recalled to take the open roster spot.
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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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Kristie Ackert / New York Daily News:
Dominic Smith to be called up, join Mets in Philadelphia on Friday
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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
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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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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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Clayton Kershaw takes step towards return after bullpen session — Los Angeles Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw threw a bullpen session on Friday afternoon as he continues to rehab from a back issue that has sidelined him since July 23. — The signs after the session were all positive.
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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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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