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Reds at Giants prediction: Odds, expert picks, starting pitchers, betting trends, and stats for April 8 — Its Tuesday, April 8 and it is Game 2 in the three-game series between the Reds (4-7) and the Giants (8-2) in San Francisco. — Nick Lodolo is slated to take the mound for Cincinnati against Landen Roupp for San Francisco.
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Orioles at Diamondbacks prediction: Odds, expert picks, starting pitchers, trends, and stats for April 8
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Rangers at Cubs prediction: Odds, expert picks, starting pitchers, betting trends, and stats for April 8
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Phillies at Braves prediction: Odds, expert picks, starting pitchers, betting trends, and stats for April 8
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Blue Jays at Red Sox prediction: Odds, expert picks, starting pitchers, betting trends, and stats for April 8
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Dodgers at Nationals prediction: Odds, expert picks, starting pitchers, betting trends, and stats for April 8
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Marlins at Mets prediction: Odds, expert picks, starting pitchers, betting trends, and stats for April 8
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Steve Gardner / USA Today:
Octavio Dotel dies from injuries in Dominican Republic nightclub tragedy — Octavio Dotel, a major league pitcher for 15 seasons, died Tuesday from injuries sustained when the roof of a nightclub in the Dominican Republic collapsed, a spokesman for the country's sports ministry confirmed.
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Ex-MLB pitcher Octavio Dotel dies after nightclub roof collapse — Former major league pitcher Octavio Dotel was among the dozens who died after the roof of an iconic nightclub collapsed in the Dominican Republic early Tuesday morning, the Dominican National Police confirmed.
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At least 58 dead and 160 injured in a roof collapse at a nightclub in the Dominican Republic — At least 58 people died and 160 others were injured in the Dominican capital early Tuesday when the roof collapsed at an iconic nightclub where politicians, athletes and others were attending a merengue concert, authorities said.
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Octavio Dotel, who once held record of pitching for 13 major league teams, dies in DR roof collapse — SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic — Octavio Dotel, who pitched for 13 major league teams in a 15-year career and won a world championship with the St. Louis Cardinals …
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Darragh McDonald / MLB Trade Rumors:
Octavio Dotel Dies In Roof Collapse Tragedy — Former major leaguer Octavio Dotel has died in a tragic accident, per multiple sources out of the Dominican Republic, including Diario Libre. The roof of the Jet Set club in Santo Domingo collapsed in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
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Boston's Jarren Duran says he opened up about suicide attempt to ‘reach those who feel alone’ — BOSTON — EDITOR'S NOTE — This story includes discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the U.S. is available by calling or texting 988.
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Orioles' Zach Eflin leaves game with shoulder fatigue after six strong innings — PHOENIX — Zach Eflin's great night on the mound had a sour ending after the Baltimore Orioles right-hander left a game against the Arizona Diamondbacks with shoulder fatigue.
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Pat Brennan / Cincinnati.com:
Cincinnati Reds' Tyler Stephenson cleared for baseball activities as recovery continues — SAN FRANCISCO − Catcher Tyler Stephenson was “revved up” after the results of an MRI on Monday, Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona said. — The reason for the excitement was Stephenson …
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Anthony Franco / MLB Trade Rumors:
Braves Acquire Rafael Montero From Astros — The Astros announced a trade sending reliever Rafael Montero and an undisclosed amount of cash to the Braves for a player to be named later. Houston recalled lefty reliever Bennett Sousa to take the vacated bullpen spot. Atlanta has not announced any corresponding moves.
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Mariners' Victor Robles will miss at least 12 weeks with a dislocated left shoulder — SEATTLE— Seattle Mariners outfielder Victor Robles will miss at least 12 weeks after dislocating his left shoulder while catching a foul ball, general manager Justin Hollander said.
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Gabe Lacques / USA Today:
MLB power rankings: New-look Giants join prosperity party in NL West — Perhaps the San Francisco Giants' back to the future approach really is paying off. — A new regime led by franchise legend Buster Posey intent on returning the club to its strong pitching, solid defense …
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Cody Bellinger out of Yankees lineup with suspected food poisoning — DETROIT — Cody Bellinger was scratched from the New York Yankees lineup against the Detroit Tigers with a suspected case of food poisoning. — Yankees manager Aaron Boone said Bellinger started dealing with an upset stomach …
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