Nalbone: Despite expectations, MLB rehabs, Trenton Thunder season already … – NJ.com

June 17, 2013

Nalbone: Despite expectations, MLB rehabs, Trenton Thunder season already …NJ.comWith the Thunder mired in a five-game losing streak, nine full games behind Binghamton in the Eastern League Eastern Division, and with two of their marquee performers sent to Triple-A Scranton over the past week, it begs the question: Even if top …

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Is Yasiel Puig’s MLB start the best ever? – SB Nation

June 17, 2013

SB Nation Is Yasiel Puig's MLB start the best ever?SB NationThe Cuban rookie made an impact in his major-league debut, gunning down a runner with a cannon shot. Goodwin had a phenomenally interesting start to his career in 1995, but he certainly wasn't better than Puig. He actually had two or more hits in 10 [...]

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Suitors should line up for these guys – FOXSports.com

June 17, 2013

Suitors should line up for these guysFOXSports.comThe opening bell of the trade market is nigh. AROUND THE HORN · Rosenthal | Morosi | Buzz · Standings | Power Rankings · Video central | Photo galleries · Transactions | Injuries | Stats. Sure, a few weeks are likely to pass before the blockbuster moves.

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Teixeira out at least a few days with inflamed wrist (The SportsXchange)

June 17, 2013

ANAHEIM, Calif. — New York Yankees first baseman Mark Teixeira took two at-bats Saturday and knew he didn’t feel right. So he told manager Joe Girardi to remove him from the game, and rookie David Adams replaced Teixeira at first base.

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Ballpark fare more than first-rate at AT&T Park – MLB.com

June 17, 2013

Ballpark fare more than first-rate at AT&T ParkMLB.comMore and more, Major League clubs are taking deliberate measures to incorporate the history and traditions of their cities into their offerings at ballgames. The days of spilled …. Alyson Footer is a national correspondent for MLB.com. Follow her on …and more »

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Father’s Day highlights importance of family for players – Anaheim Angels

June 16, 2013

Father's Day highlights importance of family for playersAnaheim AngelsFor many Major Leaguers, their baseball careers first started in the backyard. And there's usually one constant: They were playing with their dads. As Father's Day was celebrated across the Majors on Sunday, the Royals added a special twist, inviting …Redmond thrilled to be joined by kids [...]

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Berkshire County native Chris Conroy gets full-time gig as MLB umpire – Berkshire Eagle

June 16, 2013

Berkshire County native Chris Conroy gets full-time gig as MLB umpireBerkshire EagleConroy, 38, has been hired as a full-time umpire by Major League Baseball. The Mount Greylock Regional High School and Siena College graduate got a call last Monday, and was officially appointed after passing a physical on Friday. He is the first …and more »

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Alex Cobb Hit in Head by 102-MPH Line Drive. Does MLB Need to Fix This? – Forbes

June 16, 2013

Alex Cobb Hit in Head by 102-MPH Line Drive. Does MLB Need to Fix This?Forbes… get drilled in the head before MLB does something? http://t.co/KBbvdrejS6. — Jason McIntyre (@TheBigLead) June 15, 2013. Here's the thing: Major League Baseball is working on solutions, exploring safety measures that range from padded caps to visors.

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Tigers-Twins Preview (The Associated Press)

June 16, 2013

P.J. Walters outdueled the Detroit Tigers’ Doug Fister in his season debut with the Minnesota Twins but unearned runs have helped spoil a pair of respectable outings for the right-hander recently.

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Cobb hit in head by liner, has mild concussion – MLB.com

June 16, 2013

MLB.com Cobb hit in head by liner, has mild concussionMLB.comST. PETERSBURG — At first, the overwhelming emotion inside Tropicana Field on Saturday was concern. Rays right-hander Alex Cobb was struck in the right ear by a line drive in the fifth inning of Tampa Bay's 5-3 win over Kansas City and had to be …Major [...]

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