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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.
Discussion: baseballmusings.com
Greensburg Tribune-Review:
AP source: Marlins plan to sell to group that includes Derek Jeter  —  MIAMI — Derek Jeter wins again.  —  The Miami Marlins told MLB they intend to sign an agreement to sell the team to a group that includes the former New York Yankees captain, a person familiar with the negotiations said Friday.
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
Bob Nightengale / TCPalm.com:
Derek Jeter-led group agrees to buy Miami Marlins for $1.2 billion
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
Jesse Yomtov / USA Today:   Three weekend series that impact the MLB pennant race
George A. King III / New York Post:
Jordan Montgomery likely to take Sabathia's start vs. Red Sox
Discussion: Sporting News and NESN.com
Justin Terranova / New York Post:
Red Sox's 20-year-old sensation a big reason why they're in first
Discussion: Over the Monster
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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Jeff Todd / MLB Trade Rumors:
Braves Acquire Kevin Franklin From Reds As PTBNL In Brandon Phillips Swap  —  The Braves have received first baseman Kevin Franklin from the Reds, per an announcement from the Cincinnati organization.  He represents the player to be named later from the February swap that sent infielder Brandon Phillips to Atlanta.
Connor Byrne / MLB Trade Rumors:
Brandon Phillips Clears Revocable Waivers
Discussion: FanRag Sports
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.
Discussion: Lookout Landing
ABC News:
Mike Trout comes through in 9th as Angels beat Mariners 6-3
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
Discussion: MLB on Yahoo! Sports
Derrick Goold / St. Louis Post-Dispatch:
Cards to open 2018 season on Thursday March 29 in New York
Kristie Ackert / New York Daily News:
Neil Walker is latest victim in petty war between Mets and Yankees front offices  —  PHILADELPHIA — Neil Walker learned a hard lesson about New York's two baseball teams Thursday night.  After the Yankees and Mets failed to conclude a deal for slugger Jay Bruce, the back-and-forth leaking …
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Mike Puma / New York Post:
Mets official blasts Yankees on deadline deals that weren't made
Discussion: Call to the Pen and FanRag Sports
Kristie Ackert / New York Daily News:
Dominic Smith to be called up, join Mets in Philadelphia on Friday
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.
Discussion: True Blue LA
Jeff Wilson / Fort Worth Star-Telegram:
Rangers fans to get taste of ‘Sweet Lettuce’ during MLB Players Weekend  —  The MLB Players Weekend isn't until Aug. 25-27, but some of the nicknames players will be wearing on their jerseys for those games have started making the rounds.  —  Among the Texas Rangers' nicknames are “Porterhouse” …
George Sipple / Detroit Free Press:
Tigers' Michael Fulmer throws bullpen, could start Monday at Rangers  —  Michael Fulmer threw 20 pitches in a bullpen at Comerica Park today, while Daniel Norris threw two innings in a simulated game at Triple-A Toledo.  —  “If he feels fine tomorrow, he'll probably be on track for Monday …
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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ESPN:
“Extreme Makeover: Bullpen Edition” getting rave reviews in D.C.
Discussion: Federal Baseball
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
Discussion: South Side Sox
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Associated Press:
Moncada plays the hero as White Sox beat Astros 3-2 in 11
 
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