Giants nearing decision on replacement starter

Manager Bruce Bochy said that the Giants likely will name a fifth starter for Tuesday's game at Oakland by Sunday. Besides swingman Chad Gaudin, possibilities include summoning left-hander Mike Kickham, right-hander Chris Heston or right-hander Shane Loux from Triple-A Fresno.

Yanks win, but lose Granderson, Phelps to injury

The Yankees seemed to have little difficulty coming up with enough runs and hits to defeat the Rays on Friday night, but they bumped into at least one more serious problem in the injury department.

Anibal's bid for second no-no denied by Mauer

Anibal Sanchez's bid for his second career no-hitter was denied by Joe Mauer, whose one-out single up the middle in the ninth was the only hit the Tigers righty allowed in Detroit's 6-0 win over Minnesota on Friday.

Granderson suffers knuckle fracture on HBP

Yankees outfielder Curtis Granderson suffered a fractured left fifth metacarpal (knuckle on pinky finger) and was forced to leave Friday's game against the Rays after being hit on the left hand with a pitch during his at-bat in the fifth inning.

Eovaldi to make rehab start Saturday for Jupiter

Miami starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi will throw a 60-70 pitch rehab start with Class A Jupiter on Saturday. It will be his first start since he was placed on the 60-day disabled list with right shoulder inflammation on March 24.

Knee improved, Quentin returns to lineup

Carlos Quentin was back in the Padres' lineup Friday batting cleanup against the D-backs after missing the club's last two games with a sore left knee.

Richard could make return to mound Tuesday

Back with the Padres following a two-start rehab stint with Triple-A Tucson, Clayton Richard threw a side session on Friday at Chase Field.

Hill frustrated with slow healing process of hand

With each passing day, D-backs second baseman Aaron Hill loses a little more patience with his left hand.

Hudson continuing to make progress in rehab

Daniel Hudson continues to make progress in his recovery from Tommy John surgery, and the right-hander appears to be a bit ahead of schedule.

Feller's military service recognized with award

Bob Feller took more pride in serving his country than for anything he accomplished on a baseball diamond. On this Memorial Day weekend, the legend's service will be remembered with the first Bob Feller Act of Valor Award.

Bucs' Class A affiliate combines for 24 K's in game

Four West Virginia Power pitchers combined to strike out 24 batters in a game on Thursday, the second-best total in South Atlantic League history.

Fan Cave cuts two as seven Dwellers remain

Seven remaining Cave Dwellers said their goodbyes to Indians fan Alex Justice and Red Sox fan Nick Mendillo, then hosted Braves catcher Evan Gattis on Friday afternoon before settling in front of the TVs in hopes of watching all remaining 1,736 regular-season games, plus the postseason.

Healing Reddick feels good after taking some BP

Back at the same park where he initially suffered a right wrist injury that ultimately put him on the disabled list May 8, A's outfielder Josh Reddick took more than 20 batting-practice swings in Houston on Friday and said he "felt great."

Shields 'Big' in game of life with foster kids

With the support of Kansas City Power & Light, Royals ace James Shields will host 250 foster children and their families in the "Big Game James Section" over five games this season at Kauffman Stadium.

Jackson progressing, cleared for physical activity

Austin Jackson said Thursday night he has been cleared for physical activity, which he just began as he tries to rehab his way back from a pulled left groin.

Sale adamant about pitching on Tuesday

White Sox left-hander Chris Sale left no doubt about his plans for Tuesday. He expects to pitch against the Cubs, after having his last start skipped because of a tendinitis in his pitching shoulder.

Gattis reflects on dark time in previous visit to NYC

Somewhere in the midst of his four-year absence from baseball and just before he began a stint as a janitor, Evan Gattis found himself broke, hungry and feeling helpless at the end of a five-day trip to New York City.

Teixeira expects rehab stint, return to Yanks soon

Mark Teixeira expects to begin a Minor League rehabilitation assignment next week with the Double-A Trenton Thunder, and the Yankees first baseman believes his first big league action of the season is just around the corner.

Trout showcases power, speed against KC

Angels outfielder Mike Trout's rare blend of power and speed was reinforced in the eighth inning, when he stole second with the Angels up by one. Earlier, he belted a mammoth home run that manager Mike Scioscia estimated to travel 500 feet.

Weaver moving forward after BP session

Right-hander Jered Weaver had another positive day on Friday with a light bullpen session as he puts the finishing touches on his rehabilitation work before rejoining the Angels' rotation.

For now, Mets sticking with struggling Davis

With Ike Davis in the crosshairs of fans and media alike, manager Terry Collins continues to deflect rumors that his first baseman may be imminently headed to the Minors.

Beat the Streak leader's run ends at 45

After a Beat the Streak season-high 45 consecutive successful picks, Aaron Brown's streak ended Friday night , leaving him 12 shy of a $5.6 million prize.

Marshall sent to DL again with shoulder issue

Reds reliever Sean Marshall was placed on the 15-day disabled list on Friday with a sprained left shoulder. The same shoulder put the 30-year-old lefty on the 15-day disabled list in April after pitching in just one game.

With Middlebrooks on DL, Iglesias shifts to third

Jose Iglesias was promoted from Triple-A Pawtucket on Friday and made his first big league start at third base, as the club placed Will Middlebrooks on the 15-day disabled list with a lower back strain

Nebraska knocks out Gophers in Big Ten tournament

Stung by a bitter walk-off loss to Ohio State on Thursday, Nebraska promptly resurfaced Friday to avoid elimination on Day 3 of the Big Ten tournament at Target Field, knocking out local Minnesota in the process.

Swisher returns to Tribe after daughter's birth

The Indians on Friday activated Nick Swisher from the paternity list Friday following the birth of his daughter earlier in the week.

Espinosa has broken wrist, won't go on DL

The Nationals received some surprising news Friday, learning that second baseman Danny Espinosa has a broken bone in his right wrist.

Utley hoping to return as soon as he's eligible

The bad news is that the Phillies have lost their most consistent hitter until June 5, at the earliest. The good news is it could have been worse.

Zimmermann tops Phils, first in NL to eight wins

Utility man Steve Lombardozzi helped Jordan Zimmermann become the National League's first eight-game winner as the Nationals beat the Phillies, 5-2, on Friday.

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