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7:45 PM ET, August 16, 2017

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Kristie Ackert / New York Daily News:
Mets third baseman David Wright rehabbing in Florida with intention to return this season, says Sandy Alderson  —  David Wright is going through his rehab in Florida with the intention of getting back this season, Mets GM Sandy Alderson said Wednesday.  —  After a year and a half without playing …
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Justin Tasch / New York Daily News:
Mets GM Sandy Alderson hopes Robert Gsellman considers the ‘potential consequences’ after he blew off Alderson's comments  —  When the Mets were in Philadelphia last week, GM Sandy Alderson said previously injured pitcher Robert Gsellman wouldn't be called up because “he needs to start pitching better.”
Associated Press:
Mets put RHP Lugo on DL; Gsellman to face Yanks on Wednesday
Associated Press:
Padres pitcher Jered Weaver retires after 12-year career  —  SAN DIEGO (AP) — Padres right-hander Jered Weaver announced his retirement before San Diego played the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday.  —  Weaver, a three-time All-Star, battled health issues since signing with the Padres in the offseason.
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Jeff Todd / MLB Trade Rumors:
Jered Weaver Announces Retirement  —  Padres right-hander Jered Weaver has announced his retirement through a team press release.  The former Angels ace had an impressive 12-year career in the majors.  —  Weaver, 34, had been on the disabled list for much of the season with hip issues.
Jeff Sanders / The Charlotte Observer:
Spangenberg, Lamet go deep in Padres win
Discussion: Gaslamp Ball
Brett Bodner / New York Daily News:
SEE IT: Viral Yankees vlogger has seen enough of Aroldis Chapman closing out games … Aroldis Chapman is continuing to leave this Yankees fan feeling uneasy.  —  After capturing Chapman's blown save to the Red Sox Sunday, Twitter user Joez McFly was on the verge of recording another disastrous outing until …
Discussion: NESN.com
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Associated Press:
Sonny Gray wins first game as Yankee; Aroldis Chapman struggles, tweaks hammy
Fox Sports:   Yanks could be without Chapman for Game 3 vs. Mets (Aug 16, 2017)
John Harper / New York Daily News:   Sonny Gray feels right at home at Yankee Stadium, picks up first win in Pinstripes
Mike Mazzeo / New York Daily News:
Sonny Gray, Yankees survive another shaky 9th from Aroldis Chapman, hold on to beat Mets 5-4
Fox Sports:
BC-AP Sports Preview Digest  —  Some of the sports stories The Associated Press is covering Wednesday.  A full Sports Digest will be sent by about 3 p.m. All times EDT:  — CHICAGO - The signed bid to purchase the Miami Marlins by a group including Derek Jeter is expected to be discussed …
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Brett Bodner / New York Daily News:
Tigers' Ian Kinsler says umpire Angel Hernandez ‘needs to find another job’  —  Ian Kinsler isn't afraid to share how he really feels about umpire Angel Hernandez.  —  Kinsler was ejected from Monday's Tigers-Rangers game and Tuesday he was vocal in criticizing the umpire to reporters …
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Ryan Divish / The Charlotte Observer:
M's get some relief, edge Orioles  —  The Seattle Mariners won't go winless on their only homestand in August.  And if they can pull out another a victory on Wednesday in the finale in the seven game showing, well, that would be a series victory over the Baltimore Orioles and some glimmer …
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Fox Sports:   Mariners hope Gonzales goes long against Orioles (Aug 16, 2017)
Associated Press:
Trout says it's ‘good for baseball’ that Harper's injury isn't bad  —  WASHINGTON — Mike Trout watched as Bryce Harper injured his left knee slipping on a base and remembered his own experience.  —  The Los Angeles Angels' center fielder jammed his left thumb sliding into a bag in late May and missed six weeks with a torn ligament.
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Barry Svrluga / Washington Post:
Bryce Harper and Mike Trout: Two different approaches — both great for baseball
Discussion: Halos Heaven and FanRag Sports
Christopher Stock / MLB on Yahoo! Sports:
Stanton homers in 6th straight, Marlins fall 9-4 to Giants … MIAMI (AP) — Giancarlo Stanton homered in his sixth consecutive game to give him a major league-leading 44, but the Miami Marlins fell 9-4 to the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday night.  —  Stanton hit a solo shot …
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Fox Sports:
Stanton is the show in Giants-Marlins series (Aug 16, 2017)
Discussion: MLB on Yahoo! Sports
Brian Niemietz / New York Daily News:
The Subway Series is a reminder that Brooklyn deserves a Major League baseball team  —  It's been 60 years since the Brooklyn Dodgers headed west.  With the Subway Series underway, there's no better time to consider making New York City a three-team town once more.  —  Bring on the Brooklyn Robinsons.
Discussion: DRaysBay
Steve Adams / MLB Trade Rumors:
Blue Jays Designate J.P. Howell, Mike Ohlman  —  The Blue Jays announced on Wednesday that they've designated veteran left-hander J.P. Howell and catcher Mike Ohlman for assignment.  The moves will clear roster space for right-hander Dominic Leone (activated from the bereavement list) …
Kristie Ackert / New York Daily News:
Mets catcher Travis d'Arnaud to play third base vs. Yankees Wednesday night  —  Remember when the Mets had too many infielders?  Yeah, seems like a long time ago.  —  After they dealt Neil Walker and Lucas Duda, the Mets were hit with two injuries Wednesday that forced them to get creative …
Rich Rovito / MLB on Yahoo! Sports:
Pina's homer leads Brewers to 7-6 comeback win over Pirates … MILWAUKEE (AP) — Manny Pina hit a two-run homer in the eighth inning to lift the  —  Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday.  —  Pina's one-out shot to right field, one of five home runs by the Brewers, came off Pirates reliever
Discussion: Bucs Dugout
ESPN:
Behind the numbers: Stories of how MLB players picked their uniforms  —  Baseball is a game of numbers.  For everything a player does on the field, there's a number to evaluate it.  But the number that a player chooses to share with us — the one on the back of his jersey — often remains a mystery.
Discussion: NESN.com and MLB on Yahoo! Sports
Fox Sports:
Gallo on a roll as Rangers host Tigers (Aug 16, 2017)  —  ARLINGTON, Texas — The Tigers and Rangers conclude a three-game series Wednesday with 33-year-old pitchers — Detroit right-hander Anibal Sanchez and Texas lefty Cole Hamels — facing off in the rubber match.
 
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Jeff Todd / MLB Trade Rumors:
Nationals Select Contract Of Alejandro De Aza, Place Brian Goodwin On DL
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Indians' Santana aims to stay hot at Twins' park (Aug 16, 2017)
Carlos Monarrez / Detroit Free Press:
Detroit Lions denounce use of their logo in alt-right Charlottesville protest
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Fox Sports:
Astros try to keep momentum going versus D-backs (Aug 16, 2017)
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Red Sox vie for season series sweep of Cardinals (Aug 16, 2017)
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Reds hope to mount offense against Cubs' Lackey (Aug 16, 2017)
Discussion: Bleed Cubbie Blue
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Mike Mazzeo / New York Daily News:
Gary Sanchez is heating up, could be the difference-maker for Yankees in postseason race
Ian Harrison / MLB on Yahoo! Sports:
Duda, Ramos homer as Rays snap offensive funk, beat Jays 6-4
Discussion: DRaysBay and Bluebird Banter
Michael David Smith / ProFootballTalk:
Kirk Cousins: I want to remain with one team my entire career
Discussion: East Bay Times and FanRag Sports
Tim Britton / providencejournal.com:
John Farrell settling on lineup with Mookie Betts hitting second
Discussion: NESN.com
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