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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 …
Bob Nightengale / TCPalm.com:
Derek Jeter-led group agrees to buy Miami Marlins for $1.2 billion
Derek Jeter-led group agrees to buy Miami Marlins for $1.2 billion
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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 …
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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.
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.
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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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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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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Associated Press:
Mariners likely without ace James Paxton for up to three weeks — SEATTLE — In the middle of the wild-card race in the American League, the Seattle Mariners will likely be without left-handed ace James Paxton for at least three weeks because of a pectoral strain.
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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 comes through in 9th as Angels beat Mariners 6-3
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Jayson Jenks / The Charlotte Observer:
Trout's big hit leads Angels over M's
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
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
Cards to open 2018 season on Thursday March 29 in New York
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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
Dominic Smith to be called up, join Mets in Philadelphia on Friday
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Cincinnati.com:
Reds notes: Scott Feldman to start Saturday — MILWAUKEE — Scott Feldman will make his first start in nearly a month on Saturday when he is activated from the disabled list to pitch against the Brewers. — “It's been pretty annoying being on the DL as is usually the case,” …
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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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Jeff Todd / MLB Trade Rumors:
Mariners To Acquire Andrew Albers — The Mariners have struck a deal with the Braves to acquire lefty Andrew Albers, per David O'Brien of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution (via Twitter). Cash considerations will make up the return in the deal. — Albers had been working at Triple-A Gwinnett …
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.
ESPN:
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.
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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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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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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