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Darren Ford (OF - SF)
9/3/10 - On Wednesday, the team promoted speedy Double-A outfielder Darren Ford, who scored the winning run in the 2-1 decision over Colorado.
9/3/10 - On Wednesday, the team promoted speedy Double-A outfielder Darren Ford, who scored the winning run in the 2-1 decision over Colorado.
Tom Gorzelanny (P - CHC)
9/3/10 - CT scan Thursday of Cubs pitcher Tom Gorzelanny's left hand revealed a small incomplete hairline fracture underneath the fingernail of his left pinky finger, which is stable. However, the left-hander will miss his next start. Gorzelanny, who was scheduled to start next Tuesday, will be skipped at least one turn. The problem is the swelling on the palm of his left hand. His return will be reassessed in the coming days as the swelling subsides.
9/3/10 - CT scan Thursday of Cubs pitcher Tom Gorzelanny's left hand revealed a small incomplete hairline fracture underneath the fingernail of his left pinky finger, which is stable. However, the left-hander will miss his next start. Gorzelanny, who was scheduled to start next Tuesday, will be skipped at least one turn. The problem is the swelling on the palm of his left hand. His return will be reassessed in the coming days as the swelling subsides.
Josh Tomlin (P - CLE)
9/3/10 - Tomlin (3-3, 4.14 ERA) gave up three runs on seven hits and no walks in six innings and then watched as his offense rallied to beat the Mariners, 6-3, last night.
9/3/10 - Tomlin (3-3, 4.14 ERA) gave up three runs on seven hits and no walks in six innings and then watched as his offense rallied to beat the Mariners, 6-3, last night.
Shin-Soo Choo (OF - CLE)
9/3/10 - Choo drove in five runs with a bases-loaded double and a two-run HR (16) to give the Indians a 6-3 victory over the Mariners last night. He is batting .295 with 68 RBI.
9/3/10 - Choo drove in five runs with a bases-loaded double and a two-run HR (16) to give the Indians a 6-3 victory over the Mariners last night. He is batting .295 with 68 RBI.
Carlos Gonzalez (OF - COL)
9/3/10 - Carlos Gonzalez went 3-for-5 with a home run in Thursday's loss to the Phillies.
9/3/10 - Carlos Gonzalez went 3-for-5 with a home run in Thursday's loss to the Phillies.
Jeff Francis (P - COL)
9/3/10 - Jeff Francis (shoulder) is scheduled to begin a minor league rehab assignment Sunday with Triple-A Colorado Springs.
9/3/10 - Jeff Francis (shoulder) is scheduled to begin a minor league rehab assignment Sunday with Triple-A Colorado Springs.
Jhoulys Chacin (P - COL)
9/3/10 - Jhoulys Chacin permitted three runs -- one earned -- over 5 1/3 innings in Thursday's loss to the Phillies.
9/3/10 - Jhoulys Chacin permitted three runs -- one earned -- over 5 1/3 innings in Thursday's loss to the Phillies.
Ricky Nolasco (P - FLA)
9/3/10 - Juan C. Rodriguez of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports that the Marlins and Ricky Nolasco remain far apart on negotiations toward an extension.
9/3/10 - Juan C. Rodriguez of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports that the Marlins and Ricky Nolasco remain far apart on negotiations toward an extension.
Donnie Murphy (3B - FLA)
9/3/10 - Donnie Murphy underwent season-ending surgery Thursday to repair a dislocated right wrist.
9/3/10 - Donnie Murphy underwent season-ending surgery Thursday to repair a dislocated right wrist.
Jesse Crain (P - MIN)
9/3/10 - After the Twins got the lead against Detroit in the eighth inning last night, Crain got a save opportunity in the ninth. However, he blew the save when Casper Wells belted a home run to tie the game (once again). It marked the first home run allowed by Crain since May 18. The Twins lost in 13 innings, 10-9.
9/3/10 - After the Twins got the lead against Detroit in the eighth inning last night, Crain got a save opportunity in the ninth. However, he blew the save when Casper Wells belted a home run to tie the game (once again). It marked the first home run allowed by Crain since May 18. The Twins lost in 13 innings, 10-9.
Brian Duensing (P - MIN)
9/3/10 - In last night's 13-inning loss to the Tigers, Duensing pitched two innings on one day of rest. He had thrown 103 pitches in the first game of the series against Detroit. He won't be starting Sunday as had been planned.
9/3/10 - In last night's 13-inning loss to the Tigers, Duensing pitched two innings on one day of rest. He had thrown 103 pitches in the first game of the series against Detroit. He won't be starting Sunday as had been planned.
Jason Kubel (DH/OF - MIN)
9/3/10 - Kubel’s wrist is still bothering him. He will undergo an X-ray and possibly an MRI today. He got hit by a pitch on Tuesday.
9/3/10 - Kubel’s wrist is still bothering him. He will undergo an X-ray and possibly an MRI today. He got hit by a pitch on Tuesday.
Charlie Leesman (P - CHW)
9/2/10 - Leesman allowed one hit and one walk while striking out five over seven innings in the Double-A Barons' 5-0 win over the Carolina Mudcats.
9/2/10 - Leesman allowed one hit and one walk while striking out five over seven innings in the Double-A Barons' 5-0 win over the Carolina Mudcats.
Orlando Hudson (2B - MIN)
9/2/10 - Hudson (ankle) was running around on the field and taking ground balls during batting practice today without displaying any problems in his right ankle. He will probably wait one more day before getting back on the field.
9/2/10 - Hudson (ankle) was running around on the field and taking ground balls during batting practice today without displaying any problems in his right ankle. He will probably wait one more day before getting back on the field.
Henry Villar (P - HOU)
9/2/10 - The Astros called up Villar as part of their expanded September roster. He was is 4-7 with a 4.15 ERA in 36 games, including 11 starts at AA this year.
9/2/10 - The Astros called up Villar as part of their expanded September roster. He was is 4-7 with a 4.15 ERA in 36 games, including 11 starts at AA this year.
Scott Baker (P - MIN)
9/2/10 - Baker left today's game against the Tigers with right elbow pain after pitching two innings. He had given up two runs to the Tigers, and scattered three hits and two walks while striking out three. He threw 46 pitches, 30 for strikes. Baker battled tendinitis in his right elbow in mid-July. He received a cortisone shot in his elbow before the All-Star break but did not miss a start. He entered today's contest with a 5-1 record and 3.83 ERA in eight starts since the All-Star break.
9/2/10 - Baker left today's game against the Tigers with right elbow pain after pitching two innings. He had given up two runs to the Tigers, and scattered three hits and two walks while striking out three. He threw 46 pitches, 30 for strikes. Baker battled tendinitis in his right elbow in mid-July. He received a cortisone shot in his elbow before the All-Star break but did not miss a start. He entered today's contest with a 5-1 record and 3.83 ERA in eight starts since the All-Star break.
Chris Sampson (P - HOU)
9/2/10 - The Astros sent Sampson outright to AAA, removing him from the 40-man roster. He will likely become a free agent at the end of the season.
9/2/10 - The Astros sent Sampson outright to AAA, removing him from the 40-man roster. He will likely become a free agent at the end of the season.
Jeff Keppinger (3B/2B - HOU)
9/2/10 - The Astros activated Keppinger from the DL and immediately inserted him into the starting lineup.
9/2/10 - The Astros activated Keppinger from the DL and immediately inserted him into the starting lineup.
Matt Lindstrom (P - HOU)
9/2/10 - The Astros activated Lindstrom from the DL. He threw a scoreless inning on Tuesday in the minors, but continued to have some back issues, so he may not pitch in an Astros game soon.
9/2/10 - The Astros activated Lindstrom from the DL. He threw a scoreless inning on Tuesday in the minors, but continued to have some back issues, so he may not pitch in an Astros game soon.
Matt Downs (2B - HOU)
9/2/10 - Downs won't be available to play until Saturday. He was claimed off waivers from the Giants on August 25 and by rule must spend 10 days in the Minor Leagues before he can play in a Major League game.
9/2/10 - Downs won't be available to play until Saturday. He was claimed off waivers from the Giants on August 25 and by rule must spend 10 days in the Minor Leagues before he can play in a Major League game.
Michael Nickeas (C - NYM)
9/2/10 - Mets purchased the contract of Nickeas from Triple-A. He'll act as the third catcher.
9/2/10 - Mets purchased the contract of Nickeas from Triple-A. He'll act as the third catcher.
Kris Medlen (P - ATL)
9/2/10 - Braves transferred Medlen to the 60-day disabled list. He is expected to miss most of the 2011 season.
9/2/10 - Braves transferred Medlen to the 60-day disabled list. He is expected to miss most of the 2011 season.
Alex Rodriguez (3B - NYY)
9/2/10 - Rodriguez fielded ground balls Thursday. He is on schedule to return on Sunday.
9/2/10 - Rodriguez fielded ground balls Thursday. He is on schedule to return on Sunday.
Dustin Pedroia (2B - BOS)
9/2/10 - Pedroia is expected to undergo surgery Friday to insert a screw in his left foot. He is expected to be ready for spring training.
9/2/10 - Pedroia is expected to undergo surgery Friday to insert a screw in his left foot. He is expected to be ready for spring training.
Carlos Delgado (1B - BOS)
9/2/10 - Delgado has a small tear in his left hip. Retirement looks like a distinct possibility.
9/2/10 - Delgado has a small tear in his left hip. Retirement looks like a distinct possibility.
Travis Hafner (DH - CLE)
9/2/10 - Hafner has hit safely in seven of his last nine games, batting .353 (12-for-34) with five doubles and two RBI.
9/2/10 - Hafner has hit safely in seven of his last nine games, batting .353 (12-for-34) with five doubles and two RBI.
Rafael Furcal (SS - LAD)
9/2/10 - Still on 15 Day DL according to MLB.com. Slated to start rehab on 9/1.
9/2/10 - Still on 15 Day DL according to MLB.com. Slated to start rehab on 9/1.
Carlos Fisher (P - CIN)
9/2/10 - Called up right-handed reliever Carlos Fisher, who will be making his fourth stint in Cincinnati this season.
9/2/10 - Called up right-handed reliever Carlos Fisher, who will be making his fourth stint in Cincinnati this season.
Corky Miller (C - CIN)
9/2/10 - The Reds recalled catcher Corky Miller from Louisville. Miller batted .246 with a homer in 24 games with the Reds earlier this season.
9/2/10 - The Reds recalled catcher Corky Miller from Louisville. Miller batted .246 with a homer in 24 games with the Reds earlier this season.
Yonder Alonso (1B - CIN)
9/2/10 - The Cincinnati Reds called up first baseman Yonder Alonso to give them another power hitter on the bench for their September playoff run. Alonso was the seventh overall pick in the June 2008 draft. He batted .296 with 12 homers and 56 RBIs in 101 games with Triple-A Louisville. Manager Dusty Baker says he’ll be used primarily as a pinch-hitter and at first base if Joey Votto needs a day off.
9/2/10 - The Cincinnati Reds called up first baseman Yonder Alonso to give them another power hitter on the bench for their September playoff run. Alonso was the seventh overall pick in the June 2008 draft. He batted .296 with 12 homers and 56 RBIs in 101 games with Triple-A Louisville. Manager Dusty Baker says he’ll be used primarily as a pinch-hitter and at first base if Joey Votto needs a day off.
Roy Oswalt (P - PHI)
9/2/10 - Roy Oswalt has been everything the Phillies hoped and more when they traded for him. Oswalt shutdown the Dodgers Wednesday limiting them to 1 hit over 6.1 innings for the win. Oswalt, 10-13 with a 3.01 ERA, is 4-1 since joining the Phillies. Oswalt will pitch at home Monday versus the Marlins.
9/2/10 - Roy Oswalt has been everything the Phillies hoped and more when they traded for him. Oswalt shutdown the Dodgers Wednesday limiting them to 1 hit over 6.1 innings for the win. Oswalt, 10-13 with a 3.01 ERA, is 4-1 since joining the Phillies. Oswalt will pitch at home Monday versus the Marlins.
Shane Victorino (OF - PHI)
9/2/10 - Shane Victorino helped the Phillies out with a solo HR to lead off the 2nd innings. Victorino ended the day 2-4 with a HR, rbi and a run scored. Victorino is batting .255 with 16 HR's, 59 rbi's and 24 sb's on the season.
9/2/10 - Shane Victorino helped the Phillies out with a solo HR to lead off the 2nd innings. Victorino ended the day 2-4 with a HR, rbi and a run scored. Victorino is batting .255 with 16 HR's, 59 rbi's and 24 sb's on the season.
Chase Utley (2B - PHI)
9/2/10 - NL All-Star Chase Utley looked like the Utley of old. Utley went 3-5 with 3 doubles and 2 rbi's as the Phillies took 2 of 3 games from the Dodgers. Utley is batting .270 with 11 HR's, 43 rbi's and 6 sb's on the season.
9/2/10 - NL All-Star Chase Utley looked like the Utley of old. Utley went 3-5 with 3 doubles and 2 rbi's as the Phillies took 2 of 3 games from the Dodgers. Utley is batting .270 with 11 HR's, 43 rbi's and 6 sb's on the season.
Ubaldo Jimenez (P - COL)
9/2/10 - Ubaldo Jimenez was denied a win after holding the Giants to two runs over eight innings on Wednesday.
9/2/10 - Ubaldo Jimenez was denied a win after holding the Giants to two runs over eight innings on Wednesday.
Seth Smith (OF - COL)
9/2/10 - Seth Smith went hitless again Tuesday and is 6-for-56 since the beginning of August.
9/2/10 - Seth Smith went hitless again Tuesday and is 6-for-56 since the beginning of August.
Taylor Buchholz (P - COL)
9/2/10 - Rockies activated RHP Taylor Buchholz from the 15-day disabled list.
9/2/10 - Rockies activated RHP Taylor Buchholz from the 15-day disabled list.
Manuel Corpas (P - COL)
9/2/10 - Manny Corpas (elbow) will undergo Tommy John surgery on September 8.
9/2/10 - Manny Corpas (elbow) will undergo Tommy John surgery on September 8.
Jimmy Rollins (SS - PHI)
9/2/10 - Jimmy Rollins finally got things going and helped the Phils to an early lead. Rollins went 2-4 with a HR to start the game, 2 rbi's, 3 runs scored and a stolen base. Rollins is batting .244 with 7 HR's, 35 rbi's and 16 sb's.
9/2/10 - Jimmy Rollins finally got things going and helped the Phils to an early lead. Rollins went 2-4 with a HR to start the game, 2 rbi's, 3 runs scored and a stolen base. Rollins is batting .244 with 7 HR's, 35 rbi's and 16 sb's.
Troy Tulowitzki (SS - COL)
9/2/10 - Troy Tulowitzki (groin) was back in the Rockies' lineup Wednesday.
9/2/10 - Troy Tulowitzki (groin) was back in the Rockies' lineup Wednesday.
Ricky Nolasco (P - FLA)
9/2/10 - Ricky Nolasco has been shut down for the rest of the season and will undergo knee surgery next week. Nolasco was diagnosed with a torn meniscus in his right knee last week and should have never tried to pitch through it. Let's hope it doesn't negatively affect his ability to get ready for the start of the 2011 season. The righty turned in a 14-9 record, 1.28 WHIP and 147 strikeouts in 26 starts.
9/2/10 - Ricky Nolasco has been shut down for the rest of the season and will undergo knee surgery next week. Nolasco was diagnosed with a torn meniscus in his right knee last week and should have never tried to pitch through it. Let's hope it doesn't negatively affect his ability to get ready for the start of the 2011 season. The righty turned in a 14-9 record, 1.28 WHIP and 147 strikeouts in 26 starts.
Cameron Maybin (OF - FLA)
9/2/10 - Cameron Maybin hit a solo homer and scored two runs in Wednesday's 16-10 win over the Nationals.
9/2/10 - Cameron Maybin hit a solo homer and scored two runs in Wednesday's 16-10 win over the Nationals.
Donnie Murphy (3B - FLA)
9/2/10 - Donnie Murphy left Wednesday's game with an apparent wrist injury.
9/2/10 - Donnie Murphy left Wednesday's game with an apparent wrist injury.
Jorge Sosa (P - FLA)
9/2/10 - Marlins purchased the contract of RHP Jorge Sosa from Triple-A New Orleans.
9/2/10 - Marlins purchased the contract of RHP Jorge Sosa from Triple-A New Orleans.
Chris Volstad (P - FLA)
9/2/10 - Chris Volstad was ejected from Wednesday's game for throwing behind Nationals outfielder Nyjer Morgan in the sixth inning.
9/2/10 - Chris Volstad was ejected from Wednesday's game for throwing behind Nationals outfielder Nyjer Morgan in the sixth inning.
Brett Hayes (1B - FLA)
9/2/10 - Brett Hayes expects to miss 2-4 weeks of action due to a Grade 1 separated shoulder.
9/2/10 - Brett Hayes expects to miss 2-4 weeks of action due to a Grade 1 separated shoulder.
Dan Uggla (2B - FLA)
9/2/10 - Dan Uggla (groin) is out of the lineup for the third straight game Wednesday.
9/2/10 - Dan Uggla (groin) is out of the lineup for the third straight game Wednesday.
Chris Hatcher (C - FLA)
9/2/10 - Marlins purchased the contract of C Chris Hatcher from Double-A Jacksonville.
9/2/10 - Marlins purchased the contract of C Chris Hatcher from Double-A Jacksonville.
Ricky Nolasco (P - FLA)
9/2/10 - Joe Capozzi of the Palm Beach Post hears that Ricky Nolasco (knee) may be shut down for the rest of the season.
9/2/10 - Joe Capozzi of the Palm Beach Post hears that Ricky Nolasco (knee) may be shut down for the rest of the season.
John Baker (C - FLA)
9/2/10 - From The Sports Xchange notes: C John Baker's attempt to return from a strained right forearm hit a bump Friday when he felt discomfort after catching five innings for Class A Jupiter in the first game of a rehab stint. "I don't think it went too well. It seems like we have to slow down with him," said manager Edwin Rodriguez. "He said it didn't feel 100 percent." Rodriguez said he wasn't ready to give an opinion on whether he thinks Baker will return to the Marlins this year. Baker has been out since May 14. There are reports he could need Tommy John elbow surgery.
9/2/10 - From The Sports Xchange notes: C John Baker's attempt to return from a strained right forearm hit a bump Friday when he felt discomfort after catching five innings for Class A Jupiter in the first game of a rehab stint. "I don't think it went too well. It seems like we have to slow down with him," said manager Edwin Rodriguez. "He said it didn't feel 100 percent." Rodriguez said he wasn't ready to give an opinion on whether he thinks Baker will return to the Marlins this year. Baker has been out since May 14. There are reports he could need Tommy John elbow surgery.
Carlos Carrasco (P - CLE)
9/2/10 - Carrasco yielded three runs on six hits over 7.1 innings yesterday, but the Indians could not hold a 4-1 lead and lost to the White Sox, 6-4. Carrasco walked one batter and struck out four in a 101-pitch outing. He looked much improved from the pitcher who went 0-4 with a 8.87 ERA in five big league starts last season.
9/2/10 - Carrasco yielded three runs on six hits over 7.1 innings yesterday, but the Indians could not hold a 4-1 lead and lost to the White Sox, 6-4. Carrasco walked one batter and struck out four in a 101-pitch outing. He looked much improved from the pitcher who went 0-4 with a 8.87 ERA in five big league starts last season.
Danny Valencia (3B - MIN)
9/2/10 - Valencia hit a one-out single in the 10th inning to drive in Michael Cuddyer from second base and give the Twins a 2-1 victory over the Tigers last night. Valencia is batting .332 with 16 doubles, two HR, and 24 RBI in 208 AB. He is batting .432 with nine doubles in 88 AB at Target Field.
9/2/10 - Valencia hit a one-out single in the 10th inning to drive in Michael Cuddyer from second base and give the Twins a 2-1 victory over the Tigers last night. Valencia is batting .332 with 16 doubles, two HR, and 24 RBI in 208 AB. He is batting .432 with nine doubles in 88 AB at Target Field.