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Toronto Sun:
Brewers aim to chew another game off Cubs' lead — CHICAGO — The Milwaukee Brewers made the short trip to Wrigley Field fully believing they could leave Chicago in first place in the National League Central Division. — With a win on Tuesday, they will be locked into a tie with the Chicago Cubs …
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Over the Monster and Bleed Cubbie Blue
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Jay Cohen / Toronto Sun:
Brewers trim Cubs' NL Central lead to 1 with 3-2 win — CHICAGO (AP) Right after Tommy La Stella struck out swinging for the final out, Jeremy Jeffress pounded his glove with his right hand and Erik Kratz pumped his right arm in jubilation. — Forget about the wild-card standings.
Phil Rogers / Chicago Tribune:
Commentary: Brewers too talented to be considered underdogs as they chase the Cubs — Craig Counsell is about as excitable as your tax guy. When he's really worked up, the Brewers manager rolls his eyes. Yet he barely contained himself when he was asked about lessons his team learned while finishing behind the Cubs last September.
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Bleed Cubbie Blue
Jesse Rogers / ESPN:
Jon Lester's departure leads to Brewers closing gap on Cubs
Jon Lester's departure leads to Brewers closing gap on Cubs
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Bleacher Nation
Associated Press:
Nationals-Phils rained out, traditional doubleheader Tuesday — PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Even blow torches couldn't get the field dry enough for the Nationals and Phillies to play. — Despite unusual methods by the grounds crew at Citizens Bank Park, the game between the Washington …
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Federal Baseball, Deadspin and Washington Post
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Jesse Dougherty / Chicago Tribune:
The Nationals' approach to all these rain delays? ‘Whatever will keep you sane’ — The Washington Post — Whatever you do, whether you play cards or watch a movie or stare at your iPhone for hours on end, don't go near the food. That's the number one rule. That's what the Nationals tell themselves during rain delays.
Scott Lauber / Philly.com:
Rhys Hoskins could become one of the faces of baseball | Extra Innings
Rhys Hoskins could become one of the faces of baseball | Extra Innings
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Federal Baseball
Scott Lauber / Philly.com:
Nationals endorsed decision not to play on Citizens Bank Park infield that felt like ‘pudding’
Nationals endorsed decision not to play on Citizens Bank Park infield that felt like ‘pudding’
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MLB Baseball News …
Matt Breen / Philly.com:
Phillies postponed by wet field; blowtorches fall short
Phillies postponed by wet field; blowtorches fall short
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MLB Baseball News …, Federal Baseball, The Comeback and The Good Phight
Ben Axelrod / WKYC-TV:
With Josh Donaldson, Cleveland Indians can feature a former All-Star at every position — The Cleveland Indians are expected to activate former American League MVP Josh Donaldson on Tuesday. — Nearly a week after he began his rehab assignment — doing so in spectacular fashion …
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Rotoworld.com:
Daily Dose: Marvelous Marquez — Follow @Rotoworld_BB and @RyanPBoyer on Twitter. — If you haven't taken notice of what German Marquez has been doing, it's time for you to rectify that. — Marquez posted another dominant effort Monday in the Rockies' 13-2 blowout win over the Diamondbacks …
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NBCSports.com and St. Louis Post-Dispatch
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Mike Cook / Associated Press:
Sanchez takes Gibson way deep, sparks Yanks' win over Twins — MINNEAPOLIS (AP) Gary Sanchez was struggling since coming off the disabled list, and the New York Yankees were off to a so-so September start. — Facing the Minnesota Twins seems to be a cure-all.
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Jeff Todd / MLB Trade Rumors:
Red Sox Activate Chris Sale — The Red Sox have activated ace lefty Chris Sale, as Evan Drellich of NBC Sports Boston was among those to report on Twitter. He is expected to pitch tonight, but only in a limited capacity, as Jason Mastrodonato of the Boston Herald recently explained.
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MLB Baseball News …
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Chad Finn / Boston Globe:
Among other fine qualities, these Red Sox are resilient
Among other fine qualities, these Red Sox are resilient
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Beyond the Box Score
Sarah Langs / ESPN:
The 100s tracker: Astros rejoin the club
The 100s tracker: Astros rejoin the club
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MLB Baseball News … and The Crawfish Boxes
Alden Gonzalez / ESPN:
How the Angels can convince Mike Trout to stay — Billy Eppler answered the question like a man who had grown tired of hearing it. — “Um, yeah,” the Los Angeles Angels' general manager said pointedly, “we're not going to trade Mike Trout.” — Eppler, in his third season as the Angels' GM …
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Alden Gonzalez / ESPN:
Albert Pujols aiming to play ‘as many games at first base next year as I can’
Albert Pujols aiming to play ‘as many games at first base next year as I can’
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Halos Heaven
Gideon Rubin / Associated Press:
Newcomb goes 6 strong, Albies provides jolt as Braves top SF — SAN FRANCISCO (AP) The Atlanta Braves are threatening to turn a tight NL East race into a runaway finish. — Sean Newcomb pitched six strong innings, Ozzie Albies sparked the offense with two extra-base hits and Atlanta Braves beat …
Jeff Wilson / Fort Worth Star-Telegram:
Rangers enjoy a winning Monday. But which DFW loser had it worse Sunday: Rangers or Cowboys? — ANAHEIM, CALIF. — A thought occurred to Rangers Reaction. — Which was worse Sunday: The Texas Rangers' 7-3 loss at Oakland or the Dallas Cowboys' 16-8 loss at Carolina. — Let's go to the tale of tape:
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Dallas Morning News and Lone Star Ball
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Jill Painter Lopez / Associated Press:
Guzman, Gallo, Minor lead Rangers past Angels to stop skid
Guzman, Gallo, Minor lead Rangers past Angels to stop skid
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MLB Baseball News …
Matt Ehalt / Daily Record:
Bad weather results in one less start for Jacob deGrom — Jacob deGrom on his outing against the Cubs Matt Ehalt, Staff Writer, @MattEhalt — When the Mets made rotation decisions these past few weeks, they did so with the intent of maximizing how many starts Cy Young contender Jacob deGrom could make.
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ESPN:
Each contender's best decision this season — Decisions. We all make them. We even make them when we don't realize we're making them. You, for example, decided to click on this article. Right now, you're deciding whether to continue reading this article.
Rotoworld.com:
MLB GPP Plays: Tuesday — This article looks to uncover some underrated MLB DFS Tournament Options for large-field contests. The following write-ups were constructed earlier in the day, meaning injury information, weather, and lineup cards could alter the fantasy landscape.
Andy McCullough / Los Angeles Times:
Dodgers left-hander Alex Wood gets roughed up by the Reds in 10-6 loss … On the 11th pitch of the at-bat, after fouling off seven consecutive sinkers, Yasiel Puig manipulated his bat so that the barrel connected with the baseball. The exit velocity clocked at 111.8 mph …
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Red Reporter, DodgerBlue.com and MLB Baseball News …