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Roy Oswalt (P - PHI)
7/29/10 - Roy Oswalt has accepted a trade to the Phillies and only needs to pass a physical. Oswalt, 6-12 with a 3.42 ERA, was traded for LHP J.A. Happ and 2 prospects. Additionally, Oswalt will not have his 2012 option picked up by the Phillies and will receive an additional 1 million dollars in buyout.
7/29/10 - Roy Oswalt has accepted a trade to the Phillies and only needs to pass a physical. Oswalt, 6-12 with a 3.42 ERA, was traded for LHP J.A. Happ and 2 prospects. Additionally, Oswalt will not have his 2012 option picked up by the Phillies and will receive an additional 1 million dollars in buyout.
J.A. Happ (P - PHI)
7/29/10 - J.A. Happ and 2 prospects have been dealt to the Houston Astros for Roy Oswalt. Happ was 1-0 with a 1.76 ERA for the Phillies and, while he will be missed, had to be part of a package in order to acquire Oswalt.
7/29/10 - J.A. Happ and 2 prospects have been dealt to the Houston Astros for Roy Oswalt. Happ was 1-0 with a 1.76 ERA for the Phillies and, while he will be missed, had to be part of a package in order to acquire Oswalt.
Mitch Moreland (1B/OF - TEX)
7/29/10 - Moreland was recalled from AAA with Ian Kinsler landing on the DL. He was hitting .289 with 12 HR and 65 RBI at AAA and was Texas' minor league player of the year in 2009.
7/29/10 - Moreland was recalled from AAA with Ian Kinsler landing on the DL. He was hitting .289 with 12 HR and 65 RBI at AAA and was Texas' minor league player of the year in 2009.
Ben Sheets (P - OAK)
7/29/10 - Manager Bob Geren announced Wednesday that Sheets will miss the remainder of the season with a torn flexor tendon in his elbow. Surgery has not been scheduled yet and maybe avoided if Sheets elects to retire. If he does undergo surgery, it is possible he may not pitch in 2011.
7/29/10 - Manager Bob Geren announced Wednesday that Sheets will miss the remainder of the season with a torn flexor tendon in his elbow. Surgery has not been scheduled yet and maybe avoided if Sheets elects to retire. If he does undergo surgery, it is possible he may not pitch in 2011.
Stephen Strasburg (P - WSH)
7/29/10 - Nationals place Strasburg on the 15-day disabled list with right shoulder stiffness. This is the right move to protect his arm.
7/29/10 - Nationals place Strasburg on the 15-day disabled list with right shoulder stiffness. This is the right move to protect his arm.
Aaron Harang (P - CIN)
7/29/10 - Injured Reds starter Aaron Harang (lower back spasms) has resumed a throwing program in Cincinnati. A target return date remains very much up in the air, however.
7/29/10 - Injured Reds starter Aaron Harang (lower back spasms) has resumed a throwing program in Cincinnati. A target return date remains very much up in the air, however.
Reed Johnson (OF - LAD)
7/29/10 - Dodgers outfielder Reed Johnson, on the 15-day disabled list, moved closer to a Minor League rehab assignment Wednesday when he played catch and took some batting practice, but the real test will be Thursday when he resumes running. Johnson has been out since July 9 with back spasms that he's dealt with sporadically since 2007 disk surgery.
7/29/10 - Dodgers outfielder Reed Johnson, on the 15-day disabled list, moved closer to a Minor League rehab assignment Wednesday when he played catch and took some batting practice, but the real test will be Thursday when he resumes running. Johnson has been out since July 9 with back spasms that he's dealt with sporadically since 2007 disk surgery.
Justin Miller (P - LAD)
7/29/10 - Reliever Justin Miller cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Albuquerque by the Dodgers on Wednesday.
7/29/10 - Reliever Justin Miller cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Albuquerque by the Dodgers on Wednesday.
Scott Podsednik (OF - LAD)
7/29/10 - The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired outfielder Scott Podsednik from the Kansas City Royals for a pair of minor leaguers Wednesday night, trying to replenish their outfield and boost their chances in the NL West.
7/29/10 - The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired outfielder Scott Podsednik from the Kansas City Royals for a pair of minor leaguers Wednesday night, trying to replenish their outfield and boost their chances in the NL West.
Scott Olsen (P - WSH)
7/29/10 - Nationals activated Olsen from the 15-day disabled list. He'll start on Thursday afternoon.
7/29/10 - Nationals activated Olsen from the 15-day disabled list. He'll start on Thursday afternoon.
Roy Halladay (P - PHI)
7/29/10 - NL All-Star Roy Halladay got back on track with a complete game gem. Halladay limited the Diamondbacks to 1 ER on 6 hits while striking out 9 in the complete game. Halladay would have had a shutout if not for a misplayed ball by rookie outfielder Domonic Brown. Halladay, 12-8 with a 2.21 ERA, will pitch next Tuesday at Florida.
7/29/10 - NL All-Star Roy Halladay got back on track with a complete game gem. Halladay limited the Diamondbacks to 1 ER on 6 hits while striking out 9 in the complete game. Halladay would have had a shutout if not for a misplayed ball by rookie outfielder Domonic Brown. Halladay, 12-8 with a 2.21 ERA, will pitch next Tuesday at Florida.
Carlos Ruiz (C - PHI)
7/29/10 - Carlos Ruiz is hot at the plate to go along with his leadership behind the plate. Ruiz went 3-4 with 3 rbi's and a run scored and has 5 hits in the last 2 games. Ruiz is batting .284 with 2 HR's and 17 rbi's.
7/29/10 - Carlos Ruiz is hot at the plate to go along with his leadership behind the plate. Ruiz went 3-4 with 3 rbi's and a run scored and has 5 hits in the last 2 games. Ruiz is batting .284 with 2 HR's and 17 rbi's.
Jayson Werth (OF - PHI)
7/29/10 - Jayson Werth had another big game at the plate Wednesday. Werth went 3-4 with 3 runs scored and moved to CF with the injury to Shane Victorino. Werth is batting .294 with 14 HR's, 54 rbi's and 7 sb's.
7/29/10 - Jayson Werth had another big game at the plate Wednesday. Werth went 3-4 with 3 runs scored and moved to CF with the injury to Shane Victorino. Werth is batting .294 with 14 HR's, 54 rbi's and 7 sb's.
Raul Ibanez (OF - PHI)
7/29/10 - Raul Ibanez extended his hitting streak to 7 games Wednesday. Ibanez went 2-3 with a run scored in the Phillis win. Ibanez is batting .263 with 8 HR's, 48 rbi's and 3 sb's.
7/29/10 - Raul Ibanez extended his hitting streak to 7 games Wednesday. Ibanez went 2-3 with a run scored in the Phillis win. Ibanez is batting .263 with 8 HR's, 48 rbi's and 3 sb's.
Placido Polanco (2B - PHI)
7/29/10 - Placido Polanco batted in the leadoff spot and continued to hit. Polanco went 1-5 with a big 2-out rbi single. Polanco will continue to hit in the leadoff spot while Shane Victorino and Jimmy Rollins are out. Polanco is batting .316 with 6 HR's, 32 rbi's and 3 sb's.
7/29/10 - Placido Polanco batted in the leadoff spot and continued to hit. Polanco went 1-5 with a big 2-out rbi single. Polanco will continue to hit in the leadoff spot while Shane Victorino and Jimmy Rollins are out. Polanco is batting .316 with 6 HR's, 32 rbi's and 3 sb's.
Jimmy Rollins (SS - PHI)
7/29/10 - Jimmy Rollins was out of the lineup for a second game Wednesday as he nursed a sore foot. Rollins fouled a ball off his foot Monday and finished the game but may need a couple more days of rest and will hopefully avoid the DL.
7/29/10 - Jimmy Rollins was out of the lineup for a second game Wednesday as he nursed a sore foot. Rollins fouled a ball off his foot Monday and finished the game but may need a couple more days of rest and will hopefully avoid the DL.
Domonic Brown (OF - PHI)
7/29/10 - Domonic Brown was recalled by the Phillies prior to their game Wednesday and did not disappoint. Brown, the Phillies top prospect, smacked a double in his first at-bat and ended the night 2-4 with 2 rbi's and 2 runs scored. Brown did allow a ball to get passed him in the 9th but the youngster will learn and looked comfortable at the plate.
7/29/10 - Domonic Brown was recalled by the Phillies prior to their game Wednesday and did not disappoint. Brown, the Phillies top prospect, smacked a double in his first at-bat and ended the night 2-4 with 2 rbi's and 2 runs scored. Brown did allow a ball to get passed him in the 9th but the youngster will learn and looked comfortable at the plate.
Stephen Strasburg (P - WSH)
7/29/10 - Strasburg will not start Sunday and will most likely be shut down for the next 10 days. Manager Jim Riggleman doesn't expect Strasburg to be shut down for the rest of the year.
7/29/10 - Strasburg will not start Sunday and will most likely be shut down for the next 10 days. Manager Jim Riggleman doesn't expect Strasburg to be shut down for the rest of the year.
Shane Victorino (OF - PHI)
7/29/10 - Shane Victorino was placed on the DL prior to their game Wednesday night with an oblique strain. The move has many ramifications for the Phillies. First, top prospect Domonic Brown will be recalled to play RF. Second, Jasyon Werth will probably not be traded now with Victorino on the DL and will move to CF. Third, Placido Polanco will now bat leadoff with Jimmy Rollins out with a bruised foot. Finally, will the Phillies make any trades before the deadline now that Victorino is on the DL and they really can't trade Jayson Werth to free up salary? Stay tuned.
7/29/10 - Shane Victorino was placed on the DL prior to their game Wednesday night with an oblique strain. The move has many ramifications for the Phillies. First, top prospect Domonic Brown will be recalled to play RF. Second, Jasyon Werth will probably not be traded now with Victorino on the DL and will move to CF. Third, Placido Polanco will now bat leadoff with Jimmy Rollins out with a bruised foot. Finally, will the Phillies make any trades before the deadline now that Victorino is on the DL and they really can't trade Jayson Werth to free up salary? Stay tuned.
Joel Pineiro (P - LAA)
7/29/10 - Pineiro will miss the next 6-8 weeks with a strained oblique muscle he suffered while warming up for last night's game.
7/29/10 - Pineiro will miss the next 6-8 weeks with a strained oblique muscle he suffered while warming up for last night's game.
Carlos Gonzalez (OF - COL)
7/29/10 - Carlos Gonzalez went 2-for-3 with a solo homer in Wednesday's 6-2 loss to the Rockies.
7/29/10 - Carlos Gonzalez went 2-for-3 with a solo homer in Wednesday's 6-2 loss to the Rockies.
Huston Street (P - COL)
7/29/10 - Rockies closer Huston Street (abdomen) returned to the team but won't pitch in Wednesday's game.
7/29/10 - Rockies closer Huston Street (abdomen) returned to the team but won't pitch in Wednesday's game.
Joe Beimel (P - COL)
7/29/10 - A source tells Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com that the Rockies could trade Joe Beimel.
7/29/10 - A source tells Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com that the Rockies could trade Joe Beimel.
Todd Helton (1B - COL)
7/29/10 - Todd Helton (back) is scheduled to begin a minor league rehab assignment on Thursday with Single-A Casper.
7/29/10 - Todd Helton (back) is scheduled to begin a minor league rehab assignment on Thursday with Single-A Casper.
Chris Iannetta (C - COL)
7/29/10 - Chris Iannetta was scratched from the Rockies' starting lineup Wednesday due to the birth of his daughter.
7/29/10 - Chris Iannetta was scratched from the Rockies' starting lineup Wednesday due to the birth of his daughter.
Alejandro Sanabia (SP - FLA)
7/29/10 - Alejandro Sanabia was ripped for seven earned runs in just two innings as part of a no-decision against the Giants on Wednesday night.
7/29/10 - Alejandro Sanabia was ripped for seven earned runs in just two innings as part of a no-decision against the Giants on Wednesday night.
Dan Jennings (P - FLA)
7/29/10 - Marlins relief prospect Dan Jennings has been suspended 50 games for testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs.
7/29/10 - Marlins relief prospect Dan Jennings has been suspended 50 games for testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs.
Jorge Cantu (1B/3B - FLA)
7/29/10 - Hank Schulman is hearing that the Giants are not "heavily considering" acquiring Marlins' infielder Jorge Cantu in a trade.
7/29/10 - Hank Schulman is hearing that the Giants are not "heavily considering" acquiring Marlins' infielder Jorge Cantu in a trade.
Dan Uggla (2B - FLA)
7/29/10 - Dan Uggla went yard Wednesday for the sixth time in his last six games, this time taking Denny Bautista deep in the Marlins' 10-inning loss to the Giants.
7/29/10 - Dan Uggla went yard Wednesday for the sixth time in his last six games, this time taking Denny Bautista deep in the Marlins' 10-inning loss to the Giants.
Dan Uggla (2B - FLA)
7/29/10 - Major league sources tell Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com that Dan Uggla has left Jeff Borris and the Beverly Hills Sports Council and joined Terry Bross at Gaylord Sports Management.
7/29/10 - Major league sources tell Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com that Dan Uggla has left Jeff Borris and the Beverly Hills Sports Council and joined Terry Bross at Gaylord Sports Management.
Jorge Cantu (1B/3B - FLA)
7/29/10 - Jorge Cantu told Amy K. Nelson of ESPN.com that he would like to re-sign with the Marlins this winter, regardless of whether he is traded this week. It's not known if the interest is mutual, however it only makes sense for the Marlins to see what they can get for the impending free-agent. The Rangers have been thought to be the favorite to land Cantu in recent days, but Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com reported this morning that the Giants have stepped up their efforts to acquire him.
7/29/10 - Jorge Cantu told Amy K. Nelson of ESPN.com that he would like to re-sign with the Marlins this winter, regardless of whether he is traded this week. It's not known if the interest is mutual, however it only makes sense for the Marlins to see what they can get for the impending free-agent. The Rangers have been thought to be the favorite to land Cantu in recent days, but Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com reported this morning that the Giants have stepped up their efforts to acquire him.
Fausto Carmona (P - CLE)
7/29/10 - Carmona (10-8) was facing the wrong team at the wrong time. He surrendered seven runs and 10 hits over 2 2-3 innings to the Yankees yesterday. They beat the Indians, 8-0. Carmona had not pitched this poorly all season, and, in fact, he had been looking to win four in a row for first time since finishing the 2007 season with five consecutive wins. Go get 'em next time!
7/29/10 - Carmona (10-8) was facing the wrong team at the wrong time. He surrendered seven runs and 10 hits over 2 2-3 innings to the Yankees yesterday. They beat the Indians, 8-0. Carmona had not pitched this poorly all season, and, in fact, he had been looking to win four in a row for first time since finishing the 2007 season with five consecutive wins. Go get 'em next time!
Denard Span (OF - MIN)
7/29/10 - Span went 3-for-5 yesterday with an RBI. He has 9 hits in his last 23 AB, and is currently riding a five-game hitting streak.
7/29/10 - Span went 3-for-5 yesterday with an RBI. He has 9 hits in his last 23 AB, and is currently riding a five-game hitting streak.
Jason Repko (OF - MIN)
7/29/10 - Repko went 3-for-5 yesterday with a HR (2). He has 8 hits in his last 23 AB, and is currently riding a five-game hitting streak.
7/29/10 - Repko went 3-for-5 yesterday with a HR (2). He has 8 hits in his last 23 AB, and is currently riding a five-game hitting streak.
Brian Duensing (P - MIN)
7/29/10 - Duensing (4-1, 1.83 ERA) gave up two runs over six innings as the Twins completed a sweep of the Royals yesterday with a 6-4 win.
7/29/10 - Duensing (4-1, 1.83 ERA) gave up two runs over six innings as the Twins completed a sweep of the Royals yesterday with a 6-4 win.
Joe Mauer (C/DH - MIN)
7/29/10 - Mauer reached base three times yesterday with a walk, single, and double number 33. He is batting .310.
7/29/10 - Mauer reached base three times yesterday with a walk, single, and double number 33. He is batting .310.
Delmon Young (OF - MIN)
7/29/10 - Young picked up three hits yesterday against the Royals, including his career-high 14th home run. He has 23 hits (including 3 HR) over his last 46 AB and is batting .334 on the season. He is also riding an 8-game hitting streak.
7/29/10 - Young picked up three hits yesterday against the Royals, including his career-high 14th home run. He has 23 hits (including 3 HR) over his last 46 AB and is batting .334 on the season. He is also riding an 8-game hitting streak.
Danny Valencia (3B - MIN)
7/29/10 - Valencia went 0-for-3 with a walk after going 8-for-9 over the prior two games (14 hits in his past 22 at-bats).
7/29/10 - Valencia went 0-for-3 with a walk after going 8-for-9 over the prior two games (14 hits in his past 22 at-bats).
Nick Punto (2B/SS/3B - MIN)
7/29/10 - Punto left yesterday's game against Kansas City with an apparent injury after bunting safely in the eighth inning.
7/29/10 - Punto left yesterday's game against Kansas City with an apparent injury after bunting safely in the eighth inning.
Kyle Blanks (OF - SD)
7/28/10 - The San Diego Padres say left fielder Kyle Blanks will have reconstructive surgery on his right elbow, which could sideline him into next season.
7/28/10 - The San Diego Padres say left fielder Kyle Blanks will have reconstructive surgery on his right elbow, which could sideline him into next season.
Yorvit Torrealba (C - SD)
7/28/10 - San Diego’s Yorvit Torrealba singled in the fourth to extend his hitting streak to 11 games
7/28/10 - San Diego’s Yorvit Torrealba singled in the fourth to extend his hitting streak to 11 games
Alex Rios (OF - CHW)
7/28/10 - With his 16 homers and 23 stolen bases entering Wednesday's contest, he's on pace to become the first 30-30 player in franchise history.
7/28/10 - With his 16 homers and 23 stolen bases entering Wednesday's contest, he's on pace to become the first 30-30 player in franchise history.
Brian Bass (P - PIT)
7/28/10 - Lefty Brian Bass, who briefly spent time on the Major League roster earlier this season, has been demoted from Triple-A to Double-A
7/28/10 - Lefty Brian Bass, who briefly spent time on the Major League roster earlier this season, has been demoted from Triple-A to Double-A
Derek Hankins (P - PIT)
7/28/10 - The organization promoted reliever Derek Hankins to Triple-A Indianapolis on Wednesday. Hankins, 27, had a 1.82 ERA in 26 appearances (six starts) with Double-A Altoona before the promotion. In 79 innings, the right-hander struck out 48 and walked 27
7/28/10 - The organization promoted reliever Derek Hankins to Triple-A Indianapolis on Wednesday. Hankins, 27, had a 1.82 ERA in 26 appearances (six starts) with Double-A Altoona before the promotion. In 79 innings, the right-hander struck out 48 and walked 27
Shelby Ford (IF - PIT)
7/28/10 - Infielder Shelby Ford has been sent down to Class A Bradenton after playing 55 games with Altoona this season. It was just last year that Ford began the season in Triple-A and was talked about as being the Pirates' second baseman of the future. It appears he is out of any such plans now.
7/28/10 - Infielder Shelby Ford has been sent down to Class A Bradenton after playing 55 games with Altoona this season. It was just last year that Ford began the season in Triple-A and was talked about as being the Pirates' second baseman of the future. It appears he is out of any such plans now.
Gorkys Hernandez (OF - PIT)
7/28/10 - Pirates outfield prospect Gorkys Hernandez will miss the rest of the season after fracturing his right ring finger on Sunday. Hernandez is scheduled to undergo surgery that will sideline him for eight-to-12 weeks.
7/28/10 - Pirates outfield prospect Gorkys Hernandez will miss the rest of the season after fracturing his right ring finger on Sunday. Hernandez is scheduled to undergo surgery that will sideline him for eight-to-12 weeks.
Ross Ohlendorf (P - PIT)
7/28/10 - Ohlendorf was hit in the head by a batted ball. Ohlendorf was taken to a Denver hospital, where a CT scan was negative and it was determined he had a bad contusion with an abrasion.
7/28/10 - Ohlendorf was hit in the head by a batted ball. Ohlendorf was taken to a Denver hospital, where a CT scan was negative and it was determined he had a bad contusion with an abrasion.
Wilkin Ramirez (DH/OF - DET)
7/28/10 - The Detroit Tigers designated LF Wilkin Ramirez (25) for assignment. He was batting .216 with 4 HR for Toledo. Who would have anticipated this in April?
7/28/10 - The Detroit Tigers designated LF Wilkin Ramirez (25) for assignment. He was batting .216 with 4 HR for Toledo. Who would have anticipated this in April?
Luis Valbuena (2B/SS - CLE)
7/28/10 - The Indians recalled Luis Valbuena from Triple-A Columbus to take Jhonny Peralta’s roster spot after Peralta went to the Tigers in a trade today.
7/28/10 - The Indians recalled Luis Valbuena from Triple-A Columbus to take Jhonny Peralta’s roster spot after Peralta went to the Tigers in a trade today.
Giovany Soto (P - CLE)
7/28/10 - The Indians received minor league left-hander Giovanni Soto (19) from the Tigers in exchange for Jhonny Peralta. Soto has spent the entire season at Class-A West Michigan and will report to Class-A Lake County. He has gone 6-6 with a 2.61 ERA in 16 starts.
7/28/10 - The Indians received minor league left-hander Giovanni Soto (19) from the Tigers in exchange for Jhonny Peralta. Soto has spent the entire season at Class-A West Michigan and will report to Class-A Lake County. He has gone 6-6 with a 2.61 ERA in 16 starts.
Ben Sheets (P - OAK)
7/28/10 - Sheets has a torn flexor tendon, the same injury that caused him to miss all of 2009. Sheets has not decided on surgery yet, but fantasy owners should not expect to see Sheets pitch again this season.
7/28/10 - Sheets has a torn flexor tendon, the same injury that caused him to miss all of 2009. Sheets has not decided on surgery yet, but fantasy owners should not expect to see Sheets pitch again this season.
Brad Mills (P - TOR)
7/28/10 - Mills was recalled from AAA to start Wednesday against Baltimore. It is likely a spot start due to Friday's rainout.
7/28/10 - Mills was recalled from AAA to start Wednesday against Baltimore. It is likely a spot start due to Friday's rainout.
Jhonny Peralta (3B/SS - DET)
7/28/10 - Peralta was traded to the Tigers for minor leaguer Giovany Soto. Peralta will likely take over at third base with Brandon Inge out.
7/28/10 - Peralta was traded to the Tigers for minor leaguer Giovany Soto. Peralta will likely take over at third base with Brandon Inge out.
Jeremy Bonderman (P - DET)
7/28/10 - Bonderman will have his next scheduled start pushed back a few days. Instead of pitching Friday or Saturday, his next start will be next Tuesday against the White Sox. He is then expected to pitch on short rest Saturday against the Angels.
7/28/10 - Bonderman will have his next scheduled start pushed back a few days. Instead of pitching Friday or Saturday, his next start will be next Tuesday against the White Sox. He is then expected to pitch on short rest Saturday against the Angels.
Stephen Strasburg (P - WSH)
7/28/10 - Strasburg will be shut down for the next few days. He's tentatively scheduled to pitch Sunday against the Phillies.
7/28/10 - Strasburg will be shut down for the next few days. He's tentatively scheduled to pitch Sunday against the Phillies.
Austin Kearns (OF - CLE)
7/28/10 - Kearns returned to the Indians' lineup yesterday and went 2-for-4 with a triple. He suffered knee soreness resulting from a July 17 outfield dive and then needed stitches after getting spiked near his knee on Saturday. He had missed five of the past six games.
7/28/10 - Kearns returned to the Indians' lineup yesterday and went 2-for-4 with a triple. He suffered knee soreness resulting from a July 17 outfield dive and then needed stitches after getting spiked near his knee on Saturday. He had missed five of the past six games.
Cole Hamels (P - PHI)
7/28/10 - Cole Hamels, got into a litle trouble in the first inning, but was still in line for the win until the bullpen blew it. Hamels limited the Diamondbacks to 3 ER on 6 hits while striking out 8 over 5 innings for the no-decision. Hamels left after 5 as his pitch count was at 108 thanks to a 30+ pitch 1st inning. Hamels, 7-7 with a 3.48 ERA, will pitch at Washington Sunday.
7/28/10 - Cole Hamels, got into a litle trouble in the first inning, but was still in line for the win until the bullpen blew it. Hamels limited the Diamondbacks to 3 ER on 6 hits while striking out 8 over 5 innings for the no-decision. Hamels left after 5 as his pitch count was at 108 thanks to a 30+ pitch 1st inning. Hamels, 7-7 with a 3.48 ERA, will pitch at Washington Sunday.
Jayson Werth (OF - PHI)
7/28/10 - Jayson Werth continues to come around at the plate. Werth went 2-3 with a big HR, 2 rbi's and a run scored as the Phillies won for the 6th game in a row. Werth has 8 hits in the last 6 games, is batting .289 and has 14 HR's, 54 rbi's and 7 sb's.
7/28/10 - Jayson Werth continues to come around at the plate. Werth went 2-3 with a big HR, 2 rbi's and a run scored as the Phillies won for the 6th game in a row. Werth has 8 hits in the last 6 games, is batting .289 and has 14 HR's, 54 rbi's and 7 sb's.
Anthony Reyes (P - CLE)
7/28/10 - Reyes, working his way back from June 2009 Tommy John surgery, pitched three scoreless innings for Double-A Akron last night. He allowed one hit and one walk with one strikeout in his third rehabilitation start.
7/28/10 - Reyes, working his way back from June 2009 Tommy John surgery, pitched three scoreless innings for Double-A Akron last night. He allowed one hit and one walk with one strikeout in his third rehabilitation start.
Ryan Howard (1B - PHI)
7/28/10 - NL All-Star Ryan Howard came back in a big way after losing his 11 game hitting streak. Howard went 2-4 with another big HR off a lefthanded reliever. Howard is batting .302 with 23 HR's, 81 rbi's and 1 stolen base.
7/28/10 - NL All-Star Ryan Howard came back in a big way after losing his 11 game hitting streak. Howard went 2-4 with another big HR off a lefthanded reliever. Howard is batting .302 with 23 HR's, 81 rbi's and 1 stolen base.
Jose Bautista (OF/3B - TOR)
7/28/10 - Bautista hit two home runs last night giving him a major league-leading 30.
7/28/10 - Bautista hit two home runs last night giving him a major league-leading 30.
Chris Perez (P - CLE)
7/28/10 - Perez worked the ninth inning successfully last night against the Yankees for his 10th save in 13 chances.
7/28/10 - Perez worked the ninth inning successfully last night against the Yankees for his 10th save in 13 chances.
Raul Ibanez (OF - PHI)
7/28/10 - Raul Ibanez extended his hit streak to 6 games Tuesday. Ibanez went 2-4 with an rbi and 2 runs scored and has 9 hits over the last 6 games. Ibanez is batting .260 with 8 HR's, 48 rbi's and 3 sb's.
7/28/10 - Raul Ibanez extended his hit streak to 6 games Tuesday. Ibanez went 2-4 with an rbi and 2 runs scored and has 9 hits over the last 6 games. Ibanez is batting .260 with 8 HR's, 48 rbi's and 3 sb's.
Josh Tomlin (P - CLE)
7/28/10 - Holy Smokes! Land sakes alive!! Tomlin took a shutout into the eighth inning against the Bronx Bombers' potent lineup to win his major league debut for the Tribe, 4-1, last night. He gave up one run on three hits after departing from Triple-A Columbus yesterday, where he had an 8-4 record and 2.68 ERA. He struck out two batters and walked none.
7/28/10 - Holy Smokes! Land sakes alive!! Tomlin took a shutout into the eighth inning against the Bronx Bombers' potent lineup to win his major league debut for the Tribe, 4-1, last night. He gave up one run on three hits after departing from Triple-A Columbus yesterday, where he had an 8-4 record and 2.68 ERA. He struck out two batters and walked none.
Placido Polanco (2B - PHI)
7/28/10 - Placido Polanco had another solid game at the plate as the Phillies won their 6th in a row. Polanco went 2-5 with a run scored and has 10 hits in the last 5 games. Polanco is batting .318 with 6 HR's, 31 rbi's and 3 sb's.
7/28/10 - Placido Polanco had another solid game at the plate as the Phillies won their 6th in a row. Polanco went 2-5 with a run scored and has 10 hits in the last 5 games. Polanco is batting .318 with 6 HR's, 31 rbi's and 3 sb's.
Shane Victorino (OF - PHI)
7/28/10 - Shane Victorino, batting in the leadoff spot while Jimmy Rollins rests his foot, may also miss some time. Victorino went 2-4 with a run scored and a stolen base but came out of the game after making a catch. It is believed he strained his oblique but will be looked at Wednesday. Victorino is batting .250 with 15 HR's, 53 rbi's and 20 sb's.
7/28/10 - Shane Victorino, batting in the leadoff spot while Jimmy Rollins rests his foot, may also miss some time. Victorino went 2-4 with a run scored and a stolen base but came out of the game after making a catch. It is believed he strained his oblique but will be looked at Wednesday. Victorino is batting .250 with 15 HR's, 53 rbi's and 20 sb's.
Juan Castro (SS/2B - LAD)
7/28/10 - The Dodgers have re-signed utility infielder Juan Castro to a Minor League contract, and he has reported to the club's Camelback Ranch-Glendale complex in Arizona. The 38-year-old Castro was released by Philadelphia on July 17. He signed with the Phillies as a free agent after spending the 2009 season with the Dodgers as the backup shortstop. That was his second stint with the Dodgers, having originally signed with the club in 1991 and playing parts of his first five Major League seasons in Los Angeles.
7/28/10 - The Dodgers have re-signed utility infielder Juan Castro to a Minor League contract, and he has reported to the club's Camelback Ranch-Glendale complex in Arizona. The 38-year-old Castro was released by Philadelphia on July 17. He signed with the Phillies as a free agent after spending the 2009 season with the Dodgers as the backup shortstop. That was his second stint with the Dodgers, having originally signed with the club in 1991 and playing parts of his first five Major League seasons in Los Angeles.
Jorge De La Rosa (P - COL)
7/28/10 - Rockies starter Jorge De La Rosa pitched well against the Pirates in a loss, with eight strikeouts, two walks, and two earned runs in seven innings Tuesday night.
7/28/10 - Rockies starter Jorge De La Rosa pitched well against the Pirates in a loss, with eight strikeouts, two walks, and two earned runs in seven innings Tuesday night.
Brad Hawpe (OF - COL)
7/28/10 - Brad Hawpe returned to the Rockies lineup with two hits and a home run Tuesday night against the Pirates.
7/28/10 - Brad Hawpe returned to the Rockies lineup with two hits and a home run Tuesday night against the Pirates.
Alexi Casilla (2B - MIN)
7/28/10 - Casilla has been delivering results at the plate since rejoining the Twins. He has gone 7-for-15 (.467) with a triple and four RBI.
7/28/10 - Casilla has been delivering results at the plate since rejoining the Twins. He has gone 7-for-15 (.467) with a triple and four RBI.
Troy Tulowitzki (SS - COL)
7/28/10 - Troy Tulowitzki returned to the Colorado Rockies lineup Tuesday night.
7/28/10 - Troy Tulowitzki returned to the Colorado Rockies lineup Tuesday night.
Huston Street (P - COL)
7/28/10 - Huston Street, who was hospitalized after being struck by a line drive during batting practice Tuesday, was diagnosed with a right abdominal contusion. Street is "at home, resting comfortably," according to the team, and is availability is currently listed as day-to-day. That's wonderful news, considering the scary scene at Coors Field earlier this afternoon
7/28/10 - Huston Street, who was hospitalized after being struck by a line drive during batting practice Tuesday, was diagnosed with a right abdominal contusion. Street is "at home, resting comfortably," according to the team, and is availability is currently listed as day-to-day. That's wonderful news, considering the scary scene at Coors Field earlier this afternoon
Troy Tulowitzki (SS - COL)
7/28/10 - Rockies activated SS Troy Tulowitzki from the 15-day disabled list.
7/28/10 - Rockies activated SS Troy Tulowitzki from the 15-day disabled list.
Aaron Cook (P - COL)
7/28/10 - Joel Sherman of the New York Post reports that the Rockies are "quietly shopping" right-hander Aaron Cook.
7/28/10 - Joel Sherman of the New York Post reports that the Rockies are "quietly shopping" right-hander Aaron Cook.
Dan Uggla (2B - FLA)
7/28/10 - Dan Uggla hit his 20th and 21st homer of the season Tuesday versus the Giants.
7/28/10 - Dan Uggla hit his 20th and 21st homer of the season Tuesday versus the Giants.
Chris Coghlan (OF - FLA)
7/28/10 - Chris Coghlan is scheduled to get more opinions on his left knee before opting for surgery.
7/28/10 - Chris Coghlan is scheduled to get more opinions on his left knee before opting for surgery.
Jorge Cantu (1B/3B - FLA)
7/28/10 - Jorge Cantu was out of Tuesday's starting lineup against the Giants. Marlins interim manager Edwin Rodriguez benched Jorge Cantu out of concern over poor defense.
7/28/10 - Jorge Cantu was out of Tuesday's starting lineup against the Giants. Marlins interim manager Edwin Rodriguez benched Jorge Cantu out of concern over poor defense.
Dan Uggla (2B - FLA)
7/28/10 - Dan Uggla would like to remain with the Marlins long-term. Joe Capozzi of the Palm Beach Post reports that the Marlins have begun internal discussions about a contract extension for Dan Uggla.
7/28/10 - Dan Uggla would like to remain with the Marlins long-term. Joe Capozzi of the Palm Beach Post reports that the Marlins have begun internal discussions about a contract extension for Dan Uggla.
Scott Podsednik (OF - LAD)
7/28/10 - Podsednik had an RBI single in the sixth inning to extend his hitting streak to 14 games, matching his career-high. He is batting .309 with 30 SB, and several other teams are looking to acquire him at the trade deadline this Saturday.
7/28/10 - Podsednik had an RBI single in the sixth inning to extend his hitting streak to 14 games, matching his career-high. He is batting .309 with 30 SB, and several other teams are looking to acquire him at the trade deadline this Saturday.
Jorge Cantu (1B/3B - FLA)
7/28/10 - Tracy Ringolsby of FOXSports.com reports that the Rockies "continue to talk" with the Marlins about infielder Jorge Cantu. Like the Rangers, who also have interest in Cantu, the Rockies are looking for a right-handed run-producer. Cantu has hit .260/.308/.410 this season with 10 home runs and 54 RBI in 366 at-bats. Moving him would allow the Marlins to free up playing time for recently-recalled prospect Logan Morrison.
7/28/10 - Tracy Ringolsby of FOXSports.com reports that the Rockies "continue to talk" with the Marlins about infielder Jorge Cantu. Like the Rangers, who also have interest in Cantu, the Rockies are looking for a right-handed run-producer. Cantu has hit .260/.308/.410 this season with 10 home runs and 54 RBI in 366 at-bats. Moving him would allow the Marlins to free up playing time for recently-recalled prospect Logan Morrison.
Logan Morrison (1B - FLA)
7/28/10 - Marlins purchased the contract of 1B Logan Morrison from Triple-A New Orleans.
7/28/10 - Marlins purchased the contract of 1B Logan Morrison from Triple-A New Orleans.
Chris Coghlan (OF - FLA)
7/28/10 - Marlins placed OF Chris Coghlan on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to July 26, with a torn left meniscus. Coghlan suffered the injury while celebrating Wes Helms' walkoff home run on Sunday and will visit a few doctors before deciding whether to have surgery. Either way, he's likely to miss at least six weeks. Logan Morrison has been promoted from Triple-A New Orleans and will split time in left field with Emilio Bonifacio. Coghlan will leave behind a .268/.335/.383 batting line.
7/28/10 - Marlins placed OF Chris Coghlan on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to July 26, with a torn left meniscus. Coghlan suffered the injury while celebrating Wes Helms' walkoff home run on Sunday and will visit a few doctors before deciding whether to have surgery. Either way, he's likely to miss at least six weeks. Logan Morrison has been promoted from Triple-A New Orleans and will split time in left field with Emilio Bonifacio. Coghlan will leave behind a .268/.335/.383 batting line.
Carl Pavano (P - MIN)
7/28/10 - Pavano (13-6) with some serious offensive charges beat the Royals, 11-2, yesterday. Pavano went five innings and gave up five hits and one run while winning a career-best eighth consecutive decision.
7/28/10 - Pavano (13-6) with some serious offensive charges beat the Royals, 11-2, yesterday. Pavano went five innings and gave up five hits and one run while winning a career-best eighth consecutive decision.
Danny Valencia (3B - MIN)
7/28/10 - Valencia went 4-for-5 yesterday and became the first Twins' rookie ever to have four hits in back-to-back games. He had collected four hits on Monday when he also became the first Twins' rookie to smack a grand slam for his first major league homer. "Absolutely amazing. It's absolutely amazing," said South Shore Baseball Connoisseur Tom Griffin. "And to think, I just had the guy on my roto team. This calls for stricter trade measures, on my part, anyways. No more trades with THAT guy!"
7/28/10 - Valencia went 4-for-5 yesterday and became the first Twins' rookie ever to have four hits in back-to-back games. He had collected four hits on Monday when he also became the first Twins' rookie to smack a grand slam for his first major league homer. "Absolutely amazing. It's absolutely amazing," said South Shore Baseball Connoisseur Tom Griffin. "And to think, I just had the guy on my roto team. This calls for stricter trade measures, on my part, anyways. No more trades with THAT guy!"