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Cincinnati.com:
BAR: Zack Cozart on fans hit: 'It's crazy to think it doesn't happen more often' — The Blog Above Replacement a daily look at the Reds, their minor leagues and whatever else is on the mind of Enquirer Reds beat writers, C. Trent Rosecrans and Zach Buchanan.
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Cardinals send out Martinez to face Reds (Sep 21, 2017) — CINCINNATI — St. Louis Cardinals right-hander Carlos Martinez will celebrate his 26th birthday on Thursday. — Manager Mike Matheny believes there is still plenty of untapped potential in Martinez's arm.
Jeff Wallner / UPI:
Luke Weaver extends streak; St. Louis Cardinals use long ball to beat Cincinnati Reds
Fox Sports:
Zimmermann ready to go as Tigers host Twins (Sep 21, 2017) — DETROIT — Jordan Zimmermann got rid of the pain in his neck, at least on a temporary basis. He will now try to finish an otherwise unpleasant season on an upbeat note. — The Detroit Tigers right-hander will make his first …
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Twinkie Town, Bless You Boys and DRaysBay
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Jeff Wilson / Fort Worth Star-Telegram:
Rangers Reaction: 11 games left and, unbelievably, 2 1/2 games out
Jeff Wilson / Fort Worth Star-Telegram:
As homers spike, MLB pitchers have their fingers on a reason
Jeff Wilson / Fort Worth Star-Telegram:
MLB commissioner expects teams to play nice in pursuing Ohtani
MLB commissioner expects teams to play nice in pursuing Ohtani
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ESPN:
Raul Mondesi sentenced on corruption charges in Dominican Republic — A court in the Dominican Republic has sentenced former Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Raul Mondesi to eight years in jail on corruption and mishandling of public funds while serving as mayor of his hometown of San Cristobal.
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Rockies continue wild trip with series vs. Padres (Sep 21, 2017) — SAN DIEGO — The Colorado Rockies roll into San Diego for a four-game series with the Padres starting Thursday, their second soft spot in a six-game trip. — The first turnout in Colorado's West Coast excursion was a disaster, though.
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Pedro Moura / The Charlotte Observer:
Angels again fall short against red-hot Indians — ANAHEIM, CALIF. — The Los Angeles Angels have proved they can hang with the American League's best teams. What's still unclear is whether they have enough assembled talent to beat them. — They played another tight …
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Associated Press:
Lindor, Indians hold off Angels 6-5 for 26th win in 27 games — ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Francisco Lindor snapped a seventh-inning tie with a two-run homer and the remarkable Cleveland Indians held off the Los Angeles Angels 6-5 on Wednesday night for their 26th victory in 27 games.
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Zachary Ripple / New York Daily News:
Rob Manfred says MLB will ‘double our efforts’ to protect fans after young girl hit by foul ball at Yankee Stadium — In the wake of yesterday's terrifying moment at Yankee Stadium, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred has finally spoken out. — “The events at yesterday's game involving a young girl …
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Jeff Passan / Yahoo Sports:
The shame of MLB's morally repugnant anti-netting excuses
The shame of MLB's morally repugnant anti-netting excuses
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Bless You Boys, ESPN, UPI and New York Times
Fox Sports:
Nats' Roark looks to continue strong finish vs. Braves (Sep 21, 2017) — ATLANTA — The final starts of the season carry significance for Tanner Roark of the Washington Nationals and the Atlanta Braves' R.A. Dickey, pitchers on different trajectories who face each other Thursday night.
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Talking Chop
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George Henry / MLB on Yahoo! Sports:
Nationals rally for 6 runs in 8th to beat Braves
Nationals rally for 6 runs in 8th to beat Braves
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Talking Chop
Tim Keown / ESPN:
You Win Some, You Lose Some … Sunday morning, Dodger Stadium, Dave Roberts' office, about 90 minutes before game time. You can feel the Sunday morning pregame sag emanating from the clubhouse, but Roberts is having none of it. He is upbeat in the relentless but unforced way of a teacher …
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Andy McCullough / Los Angeles Times:
Dodgers relievers falter in 7-5 loss to Phillies
Dodgers relievers falter in 7-5 loss to Phillies
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True Blue LA and The Good Phight
David Ginsburg / Associated Press:
Chris Sale becomes 1st AL pitcher in 18 years to reach the 300 strikeout mark — Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale throws to the Orioles on Sept. 20, 2017. — Chris Sale was at his very best — right down to his momentous last pitch — in another meaningful victory for the Boston Red Sox.
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Chicago Tribune:
Rivalry fermenting between Cubs, Brewers ahead of pivotal series — Cubs fans celebrate Chicago's victory against the Milwaukee Brewers on July 30, 2017, at Miller Park in Milwaukee. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune) — It has the hallmarks of what should be a heated sports rivalry.
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Bleed Cubbie Blue
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Todd Rosiak / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
Pirates 6, Brewers 4: Getting the air knocked out of them
Pirates 6, Brewers 4: Getting the air knocked out of them
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Bucs Dugout, MLB on Yahoo! Sports, Brew Crew Ball and Baseball Prospectus
Associated Press:
MLB: Marco Estrada signs to stay with Blue Jays — Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Marco Estrada throws against the Minnesota Twins on Sept. 16. (Associated Press File Photo) — Right-hander Marco Estrada called his decision to return to the Toronto Blue Jays “a step in the right direction.”
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Kristie Ackert / New York Daily News:
Terry Collins, Mets considering their options for next season — Terry Collins and the Mets return to Citi Field Friday night to begin the final homestand of the 2017 season with an uncertain future. After seven seasons at the helm, the Mets manager's contract expires after this season …
Pete Grathoff / Kansas City Star:
Mike Moustakas topped Balboni, but can he break the KC professional home-run record? — Mike Moustakas officially holds the all-time single-season home-run record for the Royals, as he hit No. 37 on Wednesday night. — Now, Moustakas just needs to catch Bob Cerv.
ESPN:
56 and counting! Giancarlo Stanton's breakthrough season through the eyes of those witnessing it — Giancarlo Stanton has hit 56 home runs off 48 pitchers in 13 major league parks this season. Those homers have traveled a combined distance of 4.42 miles at an average exit velocity of 108.9 mph …
Jon Heyman / FanRag Sports:
Orioles have no intention of shopping Manny Machado — The Baltimore Orioles have no intention to shop Manny Machado, though they haven't yet decided whether they will make a second big attempt to lock him up long-term. — Owner Peter Angelos has not yet made the commitment to extend an offer to Machado …
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