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Atlanta Journal-Constitution — Stephen Strasburg is still on the disabled list and Bryce Harper is still hitting .212, but the Washington Nationals got better Monday. (Even on a day when they technically split with the Yankees, though the first game was a resumption of a suspended one.) The Nats remain 3 ½ games behind the Atlanta Braves in the National League East, but they have the closer they’ve lacked … oh, forever.

Tomahawk Take — Monday the Atlanta Braves added six more names to the list of draft selections signed. That brings the total officially signed to nine. The six signees were all selected after the first ten rounds and all signed for the full $125,000 slot allowed for those selections. Today’s group included two starting pitchers, a first baseman, […] Atlanta Braves draft tracking; Six signings announced - Tomahawk Take - Tomahawk Take - An Atlanta Braves Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More

Atlanta Journal-Constitution — As construction continues on their future spring-training home in the southwest Florida city of North Port, the Braves released updated architectural renderings that show new details of what they’re building.

Baltimore Sun — Orioles top prospect Austin Hays has no choice but to wait until his sore ankle is healed before he can get back into the batter's box and try to regain the good feeling that made him one of the best players in all the minor leagues last season.

The Baltimore Wire — The Baltimore Orioles are in the middle of a lost season, and on Sunday evening decided to demote a player who has actually been one of their best at getting on-base, something they are terrible at. The Baltimore Orioles franchise is baffling. I’m not breaking any new ground with that statement. You have the Ned […] Baltimore Orioles and the Curious Demotion of Chance Sisco - The Baltimore Wire - The Baltimore Wire - A Baltimore Sports Site -Orioles, Ravens, Terrapins and More

Call to the Pen — The Baltimore Orioles have been a disaster this season. For as bad as they have been, do they have a chance to be the worst team in MLB history? It is easy to look upon the Baltimore Orioles and wonder whether or not things will get better this season. They currently hold a 20-50 record, […] Baltimore Orioles and the chase for the worst record in MLB history - Call to the Pen - Call to the Pen - A Major League Baseball Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More

Bleed Cubbie Blue — Try the radio, let’s play two, the closest thing to Earth, and other bullets #narrative Dodgers-Cubs opener ppd; split DH Tuesday “Dealing with the Dodgers will be a good test for the Cubs, but manager Joe Maddon doesn’t place more emphasis on this series. ”I really try to refrain from that because I think there’s a trap in that,” Maddon said Monday. “If you set it up that way and it doesn’t go well, you think it’s doom and gloom and it’s not going to happen. I just can’t subscribe to that theory. I much prefer that they think tonight is the most important game of...

Bleed Cubbie Blue — An injured prospect makes a strong return to the mound. The I-Cubs are on a bad road trip to the West Coast. Congratulations to Keegan Thompson, who was named Carolina League Pitcher of the Week for the second time this season. Thompson pitched seven perfect innings for the Pelicans in a start on June 14. Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs dropped their fifth-straight game, 5-2 to the Tacoma Rainiers (Mariners). Kyle Ryan started and pitched well, allowing just one baserunner over three innings and that was a two-out infield single in the third. Ryan struck out two. Daury Torrez pitched the other...

Bleed Cubbie Blue — It rained, and then the lights went out. In the end, the postponement of Monday’s Cubs/Dodgers game probably could have been handled better. I mean, I understood why they tried to wait out a pretty good rainstorm which finally hit Wrigley Field about 8 p.m., around an hour after game time. Had they started on time — and it wasn’t raining then — they would have had to interrupt the game in the third inning or so, meaning both teams would have lost their starting pitchers. It rained hard for 20 minutes or so, then more lightly, the grounds crew prepared the field... but lights went...

Detroit Free Press — 7:10 p.m., FSD, 97.1 FM: Detroit Tigers (36-37) look to climb even at .500 vs. lowly Cincinnati Reds (26-45)        

Blog Red Machine — The Cincinnati Reds return home for a two-game series with Detroit Tigers. The Cincinnati Reds, following an off-day on Monday, will start a two-game series with the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday at Great American Ballpark. The Reds went 3-2 on their brief road trip to Kansas City and Pittsburgh. The Detroit Tigers are 36-37, 2.5 […] Cincinnati Reds: Series preview versus Detroit Tigers - Blog Red Machine - Blog Red Machine - A Cincinnati Reds Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More

Cincinnati.com — Watch YouTube video of former Reds fan favorite Sean Casey squaring off against former NBA star Shaquille ONeal.         

Plain Dealer — Trevor Bauer credits his late-game effectiveness to a pitching strategy aimed at causing confusion for opposing hitters.

Plain Dealer — Trevor Bauer's eight strikeouts lead the Cleveland Indians past the Chicago White Sox, 6-2, at Progressive Field.

Chicago Sun-Times — The White Sox game against the Cleveland Indians at Progressive Field is being delayed by rain. The Indians lead the Sox 6-0 in the seventh inning.

Bless You Boys — Scores, news and notes from around the Detroit Tigers’ farm system. Toledo Mud Hens The 40-28 Hens got a rest on Monday. They traveled to Gwinnett, where they’ll open up a three-game set against the Stripers. Artie Lewicki takes the mound for the Hens on Tuesday night. He’ll be opposed by Max Fried. Erie SeaWolves vs. New Hampshire Fisher Cats (postponed) After a weekend sweep of the Trenton Thunder, the SeaWolves also had Monday off, but it was due to heavy rain in Erie. They’ll play two with the Fisher Cats on Tuesday. Things will get underway at 4:35pm ET. Sandy Baez is...

Detroit Free Press — 7:10 p.m., FSD, 97.1 FM: Detroit Tigers (36-37) look to climb even at .500 vs. lowly Cincinnati Reds (26-45)        

Detroit Free Press — You think a baseball team might lose 95 games and then it approaches the halfway point a game under .500. Your 2018 Detroit Tigers.        

Climbing Tal's Hill — The Houston Astros‘ Triple-A affiliate Fresno Grizzlies continued their strong play, posting a 4-2 record this week. The Grizzlies keep on chugging along. Fresno maintains its large division lead thanks to a 4-2 record this week. That can be largely attributed to exceptionally strong starting pitching, including a near-no-hitter. Also of note, outfield prospect Myles […] Astros Minor League Recap June 11-18: Fresno keeps rolling - Climbing Tals Hill - Climbing Tals Hill - A Houston Astros Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More

The Crawfish Boxes — Well, a man can dream at least... Just hear me out Edit: This article was written about 4 weeks ago, but was but on the backburner because the trade deadline was far off and the article dangerously wavered in the territory of click bait. Things have changed. Alex Bregman moved to Left Field tonight after first basemen Tyler White pinch hit for Josh Reddick to give the Astros a righty on lefty matchup, which caused Yuli Gurriel to move from 1st to 3rd and Bregman ultimately staying in the game as the left fielder. The hype train for Manny Machado officially commences. Is it too early?...

Climbing Tal's Hill — Oh, look, the Astros have won TWELVE games in a row. How about that, baseball world? The last time that the Astros lost a ballgame, well, I was planning a trip to Georgia. And here I am typing a post in Georgia. Funny how time flies, right? As I watched the game unfold on my […] Astros AM Breakdown: Make it an even dozen! - Climbing Tals Hill - Climbing Tals Hill - A Houston Astros Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More

DodgerBlue.com — The Los Angeles Dodgers' starting pitching has been hit with injury problems all season long. And ace Clayton Kershaw...

DodgerBlue.com — Monday's series opener between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs game at Wrigley Field was postponed...

Los Angeles Times — After throwing three innings in a simulated setting Monday afternoon, Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw could return to the big-league roster this weekend when the team visits the New York Mets. Both Kershaw and manager Dave Roberts indicated the Dodgers had not decided where to send Kershaw next. He...

Halos Heaven — LAA asks the Diamondbacks for assistance with their 2018 self-immolation and Arizona is more than happy to oblige. The Angels returned to Anaheim today, the proud proprietor of a 1-6 record over the previous 8 days, and made good on their oath to maintain this trend of decay. The Angels higher-ups may not have outright claimed it and they may not ever, but it is apparent that the sweep at the hands of the Mariners has driven them to embrace the Wikimedia Commons It’s not necessarily a bad thing. It’s not necessarily a good thing. It is what it is: expected in the...

Halos Heaven — Diamondbacks @ Angels - 7:07 PM YOU MUST COMMENT BELOW FOR YOUR SCORES TO COUNT! The link to today’s game will now be on the top. HERE In yesterday’s game, the Angels fought hard against the Diamondbacks. View results HERE Probables: Matt Koch (ARI) vs. Felix Pena (LAA) Sadness. After you complete the form, make sure you check if your entry submitted HERE Good luck! Comment below!

Halos Heaven — Week 11 Leader: Chone’s Chonies Overall Leader: LanaBanana Week 11 featured the Angels playing some very dispiriting, bad baseball. In PGP, Chone’s Chonies commanded 9 points behind some solid ABCD play and consistent numbers throughout. Fansince1971 and Btown100 were not at all far behind with 8 each. WasianCU, Stuart G. Matthews, and sherikay all tied with 7. The Week 11 results can be seen HERE. The Overall Results Top 5: LanaBanana, angelsown3417, eastbayhalo, Ant Fan and telinuauthour. The Overall results can be seen HERE As always, notify me of any mistakes. And if you have...

Fish Stripes — Rookies and vets alike combine to score three in the ninth to stun the Giants. Almost leaves you speechless. Trailing throughout the game on Monday night, the Marlins rallied in the ninth inning against Giants closer Hunter Strickland. Miguel Rojas delivered the decisive run-scoring single in an improbable 5-4 series-opening victory. Caleb Smith: 4.0 IP, 6 H, 4 ER, 2 BB, 4 K (88 pitches) Andrew Suárez: 6.1 IP, 5 H, 2 ER, 1 BB, 7 K (79 pitches) Calling upon Drew Rucinski in the fifth inning is usually like waving the white flag. Don Mattingly had little choice considering Smith’s...

Florida Marlins Blog | South Florida Sun-Sentinel — Miguel Rojas followed Lewis Brinson's RBI single with a go-ahead base hit as the Miami Marlins rallied in the ninth inning and overcame an early four-run deficit to beat the San Francisco Giants 5-4 on Monday night. Hunter Strickland (3-3), San Francisco's second reliever, blew his fourth save...

Florida Marlins Blog | South Florida Sun-Sentinel — Photos from the Miami Marlins' game against the San Francisco Giants at AT&T Park.

Brew Crew Ball — Scores and notes from the Brewers’ minor league affiliates. Colorado Springs Sky Sox 10 vs. Salt Lake Bees 9 Jacob Nottingham (#25): 2-5, 2BKeon Broxton: 2-5, 2B, RBI, R, SB (Walk-off double in 9th)Tyrone Taylor: 2-5, HR (7), 3 RBI, RDylan Moore: 2-3, HR (5), 3B, 2 RBI, 2 R, BBNate Orf: 2-4, RBI, 2 R, BBBrad Miller: 0-3, R, 2 BB, SB Bowdien Derby: 4 IP, 5 H, 4 R, ER, BB, 3 KCorbin Burnes (#2): 2 IP, H, 0 R, BB, 3 K Colorado Springs Sky Sox record: 37-31Next Game: today vs. Salt Lake Bees, 7:40 p.m.Probable: TBD, CS Biloxi Shuckers — No Game Biloxi Shuckers record: 41-29Next Game:...

Sconnie Sports Talk — This past week for the Brewers was quite the whirlwind. In fact, there was so much back and forth that bullpen arm Adrian Houser threw up on the mound (twice). A gutsy series against the Chicago Cubs saw them win two out of three. Had it not been for a Matt Albers meltdown in extra […]

Reviewing the Brew — The Milwaukee Brewers have three injured starting pitchers still on the disabled list. Will their rotation return to full strength any time soon? Zach Davies and Wade Miley were expected to play key roles in the 2018 Milwaukee Brewers starting rotation. Jimmy Nelson was rumored to return to the Brewers from late June to late […] Milwaukee Brewers: When will their injured starters return? - Reviewing the Brew - Reviewing the Brew - A Milwaukee Brewers Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More

SNY TV — Mets ace Jacob deGrom did his thing, but it was Brandon Nimmo who stole the show during New York's 12-2 win over the Rockies.

Rising Apple — When the New York Mets visit the Colorado Rockies this week, the general managers should see what perfect trade partners these organizations are. The New York Mets play the Colorado Rockies this week in Denver. While it’s a chance to see the offense finally open up and score some runs, it’s also an opportunity for […] Mets and Rockies are perfect trade partners for a blockbuster deal - Rising Apple - Rising Apple - A New York Mets Blog Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More

Amazin Avenue — Your Tuesday morning dose of New York Mets and MLB news, notes, and links. Meet the Mets The Mets teed off on the Rockies in Denver, with Brandon Nimmo leading the charge with an inside-the-park home run, as well as a conventional homer. Jacob deGrom finally got the run support he deserved and the Mets cruised to a 12-2 victory for their third straight win. Choose your recap: Amazin’ Avenue short and long, NY Times, Post, Daily News, Newsday, MLB.com, Bergen County Record. Kevin Kernan says the Mets need to commit to deGrom, whereas Kristie Ackert says they’d be fools not to trade him...

Pinstripe Alley — Recapping the Yankees’ minor league affiliates’ results from June 18th. Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders: Scheduled off-day Double-A Trenton Thunder: Scheduled off-day High-A Tampa Tarpons: L 5-6 at Fort Myers Miracle DH Ben Ruta 0-5, 3 KSS Diego Castillo 0-4, 3 KLF Alexander Palma 1-3, 1 2B, 1 RPH-LF David Metzgar 0-11B Brandon Wagner 1-4, 1 2B, 1 RBI, 2 KRF Isiah Gilliam 1-4, 1 RCF Dom Thompson-Williams 1-3, 1 R, 1 BB, 2 K2B Hoy Jun Park 2-4, 1 3B, 2 RBI, 1 RC Chace Numata 0-4, 1 R, 3 K3B Angel Anguilar 1-3, 1 RBI, 1 BB Nick Nelson 3.0 IP, 5 H, 3 ER (4 R), 4 BB, 4 KBrian...

Pinstripe Alley — Harper gets a shave; Frazier to cover for Gardner’s bad knee; Yankees trade with the Mariners a lot; Ross’ and Hamels’ stock on the ride New York Daily News | Mark Fischer: When Bryce Harper arrived at Nationals Park yesterday, he sent shockwaves through the baseball media world. He appeared clean-shaven, a noticeable departure from his signature bearded look. On any other day, this is a player searching for a creative way to bust out of a slump. It just so happened that the Yankees were in town. You know, the team with the strict facial hair policy. Interesting! No, he isn’t...

River Ave. Blues — And the Yankees are still the only team in baseball without a three-game losing streak this season. Would this even have counted as a three-game losing streak? They lost the completion of the suspended game Monday afternoon, but that’s not really a full game for streak purposes, right? Whatever. It’s a non-issue now. The Yankees […] The post Yankees 4, Nationals 2: Hicks and Stanton lead Yankees to makeup game win in Washington appeared first on River Avenue Blues.

Sports Talk Philly: Philadelphia Sports News and Rumors — Read "Phillies seek 1st series win over Cards since 2014 behind Velasquez" and more Philadelphia Phillies news and rumors on SportsTalkPhilly.com.

www.thegoodphight.com — The Phils’ bullpen has been bad and desperately needs some help. Here are some names who could be available at the trade deadline. They tried. Oh how the Phillies bullpen tried. They did their very best to blow the team’s last two games, first with a near-implosion on Sunday against the Milwaukee Brewers in which Hector Neris nearly blew a five-run lead by giving up two mammoth home runs and four runs in what be an eventual 10-9 win on Sunday. On Monday, the Phillies said enough was enough. #Phillies have selected the contract of LHP Austin Davis from Lehigh Valley (AAA). To make...

Birds' Eye View | Philadelphia Inquirer — Gabe Kapler's mix-and-match bullpen usage might have played a role in Hector Neris' downfall, but if the reliever wants to get back to the big leagues he has to be successful in whatever role he is used in.

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette — Welcome to Joe Starkey’s mailbag, where the Post-Gazette columnist and 93.7 The Fan radio host answers your questions about sports, life, Bob McAdoo and everything in between. If you want to ask Joe a question, tweet him @JoeStarkey1 or email him at jstarkey@post-gazette.com. On to the questions …

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette — Long Relief – Pittsburghers gave the Pirates 460,000 pounds of Puerto Rico relief supplies. This is what happened next. Read more here.

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette — Major League Baseball has fined Pirates pitcher Joe Musgrove $1,000 for intentionally hitting Chris Owings with a pitch in last Monday’s game against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

SFGate — Hunter Strickland blew the save chance Monday night, spoiling a solid start from Andrew Suarez and getting a critical portion of the Giants’ schedule off to a lousy start with a 5-4 loss to Miami at AT&T Park. The Giants dropped to three games below .500 as they started a span during which they’ll play 20 of 26 games at home, wasting an early-inning three-spot and the efficient outing from Suarez. Strickland retired only one batter in the ninth, allowing three runs on two walks and three hits — including a Miguel Rojas single to right that scored...

The Mercury News — The Giants and Marlins play the second game of a three-game series Tuesday night at AT&T Park with Dereck Rodriguez (1-1) opposing Dan Straily (2-2).

Florida Marlins Blog | South Florida Sun-Sentinel — Photos from the Miami Marlins' game against the San Francisco Giants at AT&T Park.

The Seattle Times — Remember this is a popularity contest and outside of the Pacific Northwest, Jean Segura and Mitch Haniger are relatively unknown players despite their success this season.

Jays Journal — According to a tweet from MLB Network’s Jon Morosi, both the Seattle Mariners and division rival New York Yankees are interested in left-handed starting pitcher J.A. Happ, per an unnamed source. It’s official my friends, the rumour mill has started churning. According to MLB Network’s Jon Morosi, the Seattle Mariners and the New York Yankees […] Blue Jays Report: Mariners, Yankees Interested in J.A. Happ - Jays Journal - Jays Journal - A Toronto Blue Jays Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More

Lookout Landing — The reason behind LeBlanc’s success is difficult to pin down, but it all comes back to his ability to keep batters off balance. Among all the implausible happenings the Mariners have benefitted from this season, the transformation of Wade LeBlanc might be the most surprising. In nine starts, LeBlanc has allowed more than two runs just once. He’s posted an excellent 3.64 strikeout-to-walk ratio and has held opposing batters to a .267 wOBA as a starter. It’s all incredibly impressive considering the Mariners plucked him off the scrap heap right after spring training and stashed him in...

DRaysBay — And in a corresponding move the Rays DFA’d Rob Refsnyder. Rays fans have been without the extraordinary Kevin kiermaier for 2018. Sure, there was a dude in KK’s jersey, and there were some ranging catches that dropped your jaw, and he had those same mesmerizing eyes. But it just wasn’t the same Kiermaier we have come to love in the Tampa Bay area after the slow start and then unfortunate thumb injury. However, the time has come and the long awaited return for The Outlaw is here! We have designated OF Rob Refsnyder for assignment. CF Kevin Kiermaier will be reinstated prior to...

DRaysBay — GCL Rays drop season opener The GCL Rays dropped their season opener. The Port Charlotte Stone Crabs walked off in the eleventh. Triple-A Durham Bulls (37-30) The Durham Bulls had a scheduled day off. Double-A Montgomery Biscuits (37-33) The Montgomery Biscuits had a scheduled day off. Port Charlotte Stone Crabs (32-32) The Port Charlotte Stone Crabs defeated the Lakeland Flying Tigers 5-4. In the fourth inning Lucius Fox led off with a single in front of Tristan Gray’s double to put runners of second and third with no outs. Robbie Tenerowicz plated Fox for the first run of the game on a...

Tampa Bay Times — The Rays made official after Monday's game that CF Kevin Kiermaier would be activated on Tuesday.And to make room on the 40- and 25 man rosters, they designated for assignment OF Rob Refsnyder.Acquired from the Indians for cash considerations just before opening day,

SportsDay — Worth noting from the Texas Rangers' minor-league system on Monday:TRIPLE-A ROUND ROCK (30-40): Allowed 16 hits in a 9-3 loss to Fresno (Houston). RHP Richelson Pena allowed six runs in five innings during his first Worth start in the Pacific Coast League. Richelson ranked second in the Double-A Texas League in ERA at 2.43 for 66 2/3 innings when promoted.DOUBLE-A FRISCO (24-46): Scored three runs in the ninth inning on two hits, one walk and one error for a 5-4 win against Midland (Oakland). 2B Luis Mendez, hitting .122, drove in two runs.HIGH A DOWN EAST (35-35): Had a scheduled off day....

Royals Review — Kennedy touched up for five runs in six innings, more than enough to sink these Royals So the Royals lost again. This loss was against the Texas Rangers. The Rangers were 15 games under .500 to start action tonight. Ian Kennedy served up two dongs, one in the first and one in the third, the last one putting the Rangers up 5-0. It should go without saying that the 2018 Royals did not storm back from a five-run deficit to steal one away from Texas. Bartolo Colon let the Royals back into it a little in the home halves of the third and fourth innings. Adalberto Mondesí doubled in Rosell...

SportsDay — KANSAS CITY, Mo. - There's a new all-time wins leader from the Dominican Republic: Bartolo Colon.Facing perhaps the AL's lightest-hitting team, Colon on Monday made his first quality start in June in the Rangers' 6-3 win over Kansas City and passed Juan Marichal for the all-time wins lead by Dominican natives. Colon now has 244. He trails Nicaragua's Dennis Martinez by one for the all-time lead in wins by a native of Latin America.Colon, who has been homer prone lately, got the benefit of facing a Royals team with absolutely no power. Kansas City, which began the day tied for last in the AL...

Federal Baseball — Catch up on exciting 24 hours in Nationals news before the start of this week’s three-game set against the Orioles in D.C. Now-former Kansas City Royals’ reliever Kelvin Herrera took last night’s trade to Washington hard. Herrera said after the deal that he spoke to his teammates after he learned he’d been dealt to D.C. “Yeah, they’re like my family here. I said goodbye to them, which is hard,” the 28-year-old, eight-year veteran said. Herrera explained that while he’d be joining a contender, going from the last place Royals to the NL East’s first-place Nationals, he was...

Federal Baseball — Here’s a quick look at what the Washington Nationals dealt to the Kansas City Royals tonight in return for 28-year-old right-hander Kelvin Herrera. Kelvin Gutierrez (a 23-year-old infielder ranked 10th in the Washington Nationals’ system by MLB.com), outfielder Blake Perkins (a 21-year-old, 2015 2nd Round pick, ranked 11th), and 17-year-old right-hander Yohanse Morel (signed out of the Dominican Republic last July) were all dealt to the Kansas City Royals tonight in exchange for 28-year-old, right-handed reliever Kelvin Herrera. “I was born and raised as a player here, and this is...

WTOP — Getting a jump on the trade deadline, the Nationals picked up right-hander Herrera from the Kansas City Royals for three minor leaguers, adding him to a back end of the bullpen that already includes the lefty Doolittle and righties Ryan Madson and Brandon Kintzler.