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    • Vicki Santo, widow of star Chicago Cubs third baseman and team broadcaster Ron Santo, delivers a speech during his National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum induction ceremony, Sunday, July 22, 2012, in Cooperstown, N.Y. (AP Photo/Tim Roske)
      Santo, Larkin inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame AP - 4 hrs ago

      On a day that Vicki Santo wished had come sooner, sadness that it hadn't never showed as she spoke of the greatness of her late husband. More »Santo, Larkin inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame

      Vicki Santo, widow of star Chicago Cubs third baseman and team broadcaster Ron Santo, delivers a speech during his National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum induction ceremony, Sunday, July 22, 2012, in Cooperstown, N.Y. (AP Photo/Tim Roske)

      On a day that Vicki Santo wished had come sooner, sadness that it hadn't never showed as she spoke of the greatness of her late husband.

    • Oakland Athletics' Coco Crisp is lifted by teammate Josh Reddick after driving in the winning run in the 12th inning of their baseball game against the New York Yankees, Sunday, July 22, 2012, in Oakland, Calif. Oakland won the game 5-4 to sweep their four-game series. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)
      A's rally past Yankees 5-4 in 12 for 4-game sweep AP - 10 hrs ago

      Several players gathered around a high-definition TV on one end of the Oakland Athletics clubhouse, shouting and screaming at the highlights they just made happen with another dose of late-inning drama. More »A's rally past Yankees 5-4 in 12 for 4-game sweep

      Oakland Athletics' Coco Crisp is lifted by teammate Josh Reddick after driving in the winning run in the 12th inning of their baseball game against the New York Yankees, Sunday, July 22, 2012, in Oakland, Calif. Oakland won the game 5-4 to sweep their four-game series. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)

      Several players gathered around a high-definition TV on one end of the Oakland Athletics clubhouse, shouting and screaming at the highlights they just made happen with another dose of late-inning drama.

    • Dodgers sweep Mets with late power surge Reuters - 13 hrs ago

      (Reuters) - The Los Angeles Dodgers had to work overtime to earn a sweep of the New York Mets on Sunday, exploding in emphatic style after a mammoth contest to outlast the Mets 8-3 in 12 innings. The Dodgers unleashed a five-run 12th to break out of a … More »Dodgers sweep Mets with late power surge

      (Reuters) - The Los Angeles Dodgers had to work overtime to earn a sweep of the New York Mets on Sunday, exploding in emphatic style after a mammoth contest to outlast the Mets 8-3 in 12 innings. The Dodgers unleashed a five-run 12th to break out of a 3-3 tie and completed their dominant three-game series with a victory …

    • Detroit Tigers' Miguel Cabrera, right, hugs teammate Prince Fielder after hitting a home run during the third inning of a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox in Detroit, Sunday, July 22, 2012. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
      Cabrera hits 300th HR, Tigers beat White Sox 6-4 AP - 15 hrs ago

      Miguel Cabrera's 300th homer cleared the wall in center field with room to spare and sailed toward the ivy at Comerica Park. More »Cabrera hits 300th HR, Tigers beat White Sox 6-4

      Detroit Tigers' Miguel Cabrera, right, hugs teammate Prince Fielder after hitting a home run during the third inning of a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox in Detroit, Sunday, July 22, 2012. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)

      Miguel Cabrera's 300th homer cleared the wall in center field with room to spare and sailed toward the ivy at Comerica Park.

    • National Baseball Hall of Fame inductee Barry Larkin speaks at an inductee press conference at the Clark Sports Center in Cooperstown, N.Y., Saturday, July 21, 2012. Larkin will be inducted into baseball's Hall of Fame on Sunday. (AP photos/Heather Ainsworth)
      Barry Larkin inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame AP - 16 hrs ago

      Former Cincinnati Reds star Barry Larkin has been inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. More »Barry Larkin inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame

      National Baseball Hall of Fame inductee Barry Larkin speaks at an inductee press conference at the Clark Sports Center in Cooperstown, N.Y., Saturday, July 21, 2012. Larkin will be inducted into baseball's Hall of Fame on Sunday. (AP photos/Heather Ainsworth)

      Former Cincinnati Reds star Barry Larkin has been inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum.

    • 2012 National Baseball Hall of Fame Inductee, Ron Santo's children from left, Ron Santo; Jr., Jeff Santo and Linda Santo speak at an inductee press conference as part of the National Baseball Hall of Fame ceremonies in Cooperstown, N.Y., Saturday, July 21, 2012. (AP photos/Heather Ainsworth)
      Santo inducted into baseball Hall of Fame AP - 17 hrs ago

      The late Ron Santo, star third baseman for the Chicago Cubs and later a broadcaster for the team, has been inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. More »Santo inducted into baseball Hall of Fame

      2012 National Baseball Hall of Fame Inductee, Ron Santo's children from left, Ron Santo; Jr., Jeff Santo and Linda Santo speak at an inductee press conference as part of the National Baseball Hall of Fame ceremonies in Cooperstown, N.Y., Saturday, July 21, 2012. (AP photos/Heather Ainsworth)

      The late Ron Santo, star third baseman for the Chicago Cubs and later a broadcaster for the team, has been inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum.

    • Baseball, softball to merge bodies for 2020 Reuters - Sun, Jul 22, 2012

      LONDON (Reuters) - The governing bodies of baseball and softball are to merge in a bid for 2020 Olympic Games inclusion, their heads told Reuters on Sunday. The new federation will provisionally be called the International Baseball and Softball Federation. … More »Baseball, softball to merge bodies for 2020

      LONDON (Reuters) - The governing bodies of baseball and softball are to merge in a bid for 2020 Olympic Games inclusion, their heads told Reuters on Sunday. The new federation will provisionally be called the International Baseball and Softball Federation. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) dropped the two sports …

    • Japanese schoolboy pitcher clocks 160kph Reuters - Sun, Jul 22, 2012

      TOKYO (Reuters) - A Japanese schoolboy has put worldwide baseball scouts on alert after throwing a pitch clocked at 160kph (100 mph) in a regional high school tournament. Shohei Otani, 18, has attracted national media attention since his rocket pitch … More »Japanese schoolboy pitcher clocks 160kph

      TOKYO (Reuters) - A Japanese schoolboy has put worldwide baseball scouts on alert after throwing a pitch clocked at 160kph (100 mph) in a regional high school tournament. Shohei Otani, 18, has attracted national media attention since his rocket pitch for Hanamaki East high school on Thursday and dominated the build-up to …

    • Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Matt Garza delievers in the first inning of a baseball game against the against the St. Louis Cardinals, Saturday, July 21, 2012 in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Tom Gannam)
      Cardinals' record-tying 7th whips Cubs 12-0 AP - Sat, Jul 21, 2012

      Jake Westbrook worked seven innings of three-hit ball and the St. Louis Cardinals finally backed him — and then some — by tying a 76-year-old major league record with seven doubles in a 12-0 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday night. More »Cardinals' record-tying 7th whips Cubs 12-0

      Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Matt Garza delievers in the first inning of a baseball game against the against the St. Louis Cardinals, Saturday, July 21, 2012 in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Tom Gannam)

      Jake Westbrook worked seven innings of three-hit ball and the St. Louis Cardinals finally backed him — and then some — by tying a 76-year-old major league record with seven doubles in a 12-0 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday night.

    • New York Mets starting pitcher Johan Santana (57) throws against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the first inning of a baseball game on Friday, July 20, 2012, at Citi Field in New York. (AP Photo/Kathy Kmonicek)
      Mets' Santana goes on 15-day DL with ankle injury AP - Sat, Jul 21, 2012

      Johan Santana is taking a break, whether he wants to or not. More »Mets' Santana goes on 15-day DL with ankle injury

      New York Mets starting pitcher Johan Santana (57) throws against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the first inning of a baseball game on Friday, July 20, 2012, at Citi Field in New York. (AP Photo/Kathy Kmonicek)

      Johan Santana is taking a break, whether he wants to or not.

    • Washington Nationals Bryce Harper reacts to being hit by a foul tip in the first inning of the first baseball game of a doubleheader against the Atlanta Braves, Saturday, July 21, 2012, in Washington.  (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
      Sheets extends streak, Braves beat Nationals 4-0 AP - Sat, Jul 21, 2012

      Ben Sheets is giving the Atlanta Braves an unexpected lift in the pennant race. More »Sheets extends streak, Braves beat Nationals 4-0

      Washington Nationals Bryce Harper reacts to being hit by a foul tip in the first inning of the first baseball game of a doubleheader against the Atlanta Braves, Saturday, July 21, 2012, in Washington.  (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

      Ben Sheets is giving the Atlanta Braves an unexpected lift in the pennant race.

    • Washington Nationals Bryce Harper reacts to being hit by a foul tip in the first inning of the first baseball game of a doubleheader against the Atlanta Braves, Saturday, July 21, 2012, in Washington.  (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
      Nats lose Harper, game in 4-0 defeat to Braves AP - Sat, Jul 21, 2012

      Talk about adding injury to insult. After blowing a nine-run lead to drop the series opener to the Braves, the Washington Nationals lost Bryce Harper to a bruised left ankle during a 4-0 defeat to Atlanta on Saturday. More »Nats lose Harper, game in 4-0 defeat to Braves

      Washington Nationals Bryce Harper reacts to being hit by a foul tip in the first inning of the first baseball game of a doubleheader against the Atlanta Braves, Saturday, July 21, 2012, in Washington.  (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

      Talk about adding injury to insult. After blowing a nine-run lead to drop the series opener to the Braves, the Washington Nationals lost Bryce Harper to a bruised left ankle during a 4-0 defeat to Atlanta on Saturday.

    • Washington Nationals Bryce Harper reacts to being hit by a foul tip in the first inning of the first baseball game of a doubleheader against the Atlanta Braves, Saturday, July 21, 2012, in Washington.  (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
      Nationals OF Harper out with bruised ankle AP - Sat, Jul 21, 2012

      Bryce Harper left the Washington Nationals' 4-0 loss against the Atlanta Braves because of a bruised left ankle. More »Nationals OF Harper out with bruised ankle

      Washington Nationals Bryce Harper reacts to being hit by a foul tip in the first inning of the first baseball game of a doubleheader against the Atlanta Braves, Saturday, July 21, 2012, in Washington.  (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

      Bryce Harper left the Washington Nationals' 4-0 loss against the Atlanta Braves because of a bruised left ankle.

    • Oakland Athletics mob Brandon Moss, right, after Moss made the winning hit against the New York Yankees in the ninth inning of a baseball game Friday, July 20, 2012, in Oakland, Calif. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
      Moss helps Athletics beat Yankees 3-2 AP - Sat, Jul 21, 2012

      Game-ending hits are becoming so routine these days in Oakland that concession workers have the celebratory whipped-cream pies waiting near the dugout whenever the Athletics are in position for another walk-off win. More »Moss helps Athletics beat Yankees 3-2

      Oakland Athletics mob Brandon Moss, right, after Moss made the winning hit against the New York Yankees in the ninth inning of a baseball game Friday, July 20, 2012, in Oakland, Calif. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)

      Game-ending hits are becoming so routine these days in Oakland that concession workers have the celebratory whipped-cream pies waiting near the dugout whenever the Athletics are in position for another walk-off win.

    • Astros land Cordero in 10-player deal with Blue Jays Reuters - Fri, Jul 20, 2012

      (Reuters) - The Houston Astros have acquired closer Francisco Cordero and outfielder Ben Francisco from the Toronto Blue Jays as part of a 10-player trade announced by the two Major League Baseball (MLB) teams on Friday. The Astros, who are well out of … More »Astros land Cordero in 10-player deal with Blue Jays

      (Reuters) - The Houston Astros have acquired closer Francisco Cordero and outfielder Ben Francisco from the Toronto Blue Jays as part of a 10-player trade announced by the two Major League Baseball (MLB) teams on Friday. The Astros, who are well out of postseason contention in the National League, will also receive four …

    • New York Yankees' Freddy Garcia, right, speaks with catcher Chris Stewart in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Oakland Athletics, Thursday, July 19, 2012, in Oakland, Calif. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
      Griffin shuts down Yankees as A's win 4-3 AP - Fri, Jul 20, 2012

      A.J. Griffin glanced into the visiting dugout and saw Derek Jeter, Alex Rodriguez and Mark Teixeira among others. Oakland's rookie right-hander felt some nerves all right. More »Griffin shuts down Yankees as A's win 4-3

      New York Yankees' Freddy Garcia, right, speaks with catcher Chris Stewart in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Oakland Athletics, Thursday, July 19, 2012, in Oakland, Calif. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)

      A.J. Griffin glanced into the visiting dugout and saw Derek Jeter, Alex Rodriguez and Mark Teixeira among others. Oakland's rookie right-hander felt some nerves all right.

    • Dickey, Wright help Mets halt six-game slide Reuters - Thu, Jul 19, 2012

      WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Knuckleballer R.A. Dickey won his match-up against Gio Gonzalez for the major league lead in wins as the New York Mets snapped their season-high six-game losing streak by crushing the Washington Nationals 9-5 in a Thursday matinee. … More »Dickey, Wright help Mets halt six-game slide

      WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Knuckleballer R.A. Dickey won his match-up against Gio Gonzalez for the major league lead in wins as the New York Mets snapped their season-high six-game losing streak by crushing the Washington Nationals 9-5 in a Thursday matinee. Dickey (13-1, 2.72 earned run average), benefiting from two home runs …

    • Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Cole Hamels works against the Colorado Rockies in the first inning of a baseball game in Denver on Sunday, July 15, 2012. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
      Rumors swirling as trade deadline nears AP - Thu, Jul 19, 2012

      Major league baseball's non-waiver trade deadline is fast approaching and rumors are swirling surrounding several big-name players. More »Rumors swirling as trade deadline nears

      Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Cole Hamels works against the Colorado Rockies in the first inning of a baseball game in Denver on Sunday, July 15, 2012. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

      Major league baseball's non-waiver trade deadline is fast approaching and rumors are swirling surrounding several big-name players.

    • FILE - In this file photo made June 8, 2012, Stanford pitcher and first-round draft pick Mark Appel throws during a NCAA college baseball tournament super regional game against Florida State in Tallahassee, Fla. Appel spurned the Pittsburgh Pirates and decided to remain at Stanford for his senior season, one of the first big casualties of baseball's new restrictions on amateur signing bonuses. Appel is the only one not to sign out of 31 first-round picks. Under the labor deal, the deadline for draft picks to sign was Friday, July 13, 2012, a month earlier than under the previous deal. (AP Photo/Phil Sears, file)
      Spending drops 11 pct in MLB draft AP - Thu, Jul 19, 2012

      Spending by teams in baseball's amateur draft dropped by 11 percent in the first year of restrictions imposed by the new labor contract. More »Spending drops 11 pct in MLB draft

      FILE - In this file photo made June 8, 2012, Stanford pitcher and first-round draft pick Mark Appel throws during a NCAA college baseball tournament super regional game against Florida State in Tallahassee, Fla. Appel spurned the Pittsburgh Pirates and decided to remain at Stanford for his senior season, one of the first big casualties of baseball's new restrictions on amateur signing bonuses. Appel is the only one not to sign out of 31 first-round picks. Under the labor deal, the deadline for draft picks to sign was Friday, July 13, 2012, a month earlier than under the previous deal. (AP Photo/Phil Sears, file)

      Spending by teams in baseball's amateur draft dropped by 11 percent in the first year of restrictions imposed by the new labor contract.

    • New York Mets batter David Wright hits a solo home run against the Washington Nationalsduring their MLB baseball game in Washington
      Nationals hold off Mets in ninth Reuters - Thu, Jul 19, 2012

      (Reuters) - The Washington Nationals held on in a nervous finish to edge the New York Mets 4-3 on Wednesday and strengthen their hold on the National League East. Washington entered the ninth inning with a 4-1 lead but final-inning home runs by David … More »Nationals hold off Mets in ninth

      New York Mets batter David Wright hits a solo home run against the Washington Nationalsduring their MLB baseball game in Washington

      (Reuters) - The Washington Nationals held on in a nervous finish to edge the New York Mets 4-3 on Wednesday and strengthen their hold on the National League East. Washington entered the ninth inning with a 4-1 lead but final-inning home runs by David Wright and Jason Bay put the Mets in sight of an upset before closer Tyler …

    • Strained Achilles lands Red Sox DH Ortiz on DL AP - Wed, Jul 18, 2012

      The Boston Red Sox placed designated hitter David Ortiz on the 15-day disabled list with a strained right Achilles tendon before Wednesday night's game against the Chicago White Sox. More »Strained Achilles lands Red Sox DH Ortiz on DL

      The Boston Red Sox placed designated hitter David Ortiz on the 15-day disabled list with a strained right Achilles tendon before Wednesday night's game against the Chicago White Sox.

    • National League All-Star Strasburg of the Washington Nationals pitches during the Major League Baseball's All-Star Game in Kansas City
      The clock is ticking for Strasburg's season Reuters - Wed, Jul 18, 2012

      WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Stephen Strasburg's season will end after 160 innings even if the success-starved Washington Nationals are involved in a playoff push, manager Davey Johnson insisted Wednesday. The All-Star right-hander is 10-4 this season with … More »The clock is ticking for Strasburg's season

      National League All-Star Strasburg of the Washington Nationals pitches during the Major League Baseball's All-Star Game in Kansas City

      WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Stephen Strasburg's season will end after 160 innings even if the success-starved Washington Nationals are involved in a playoff push, manager Davey Johnson insisted Wednesday. The All-Star right-hander is 10-4 this season with a 2.66 earned run average and a league-leading 135 strikeouts but the …

    • FILE - In this file photo made June 8, 2012, Stanford pitcher and first-round draft pick Mark Appel throws during a NCAA college baseball tournament super regional game against Florida State in Tallahassee, Fla. Appel spurned the Pittsburgh Pirates and decided to remain at Stanford for his senior season, one of the first big casualties of baseball's new restrictions on amateur signing bonuses. Appel is the only one not to sign out of 31 first-round picks. Under the labor deal, the deadline for draft picks to sign was Friday, July 13, 2012, a month earlier than under the previous deal. (AP Photo/Phil Sears, file)
      AP NewsBreak: Spending drops 11 pct in MLB draft AP - Wed, Jul 18, 2012

      Spending by teams in baseball's amateur draft dropped by 11 percent in the first year of restrictions imposed under the new labor contract. More »AP NewsBreak: Spending drops 11 pct in MLB draft

      FILE - In this file photo made June 8, 2012, Stanford pitcher and first-round draft pick Mark Appel throws during a NCAA college baseball tournament super regional game against Florida State in Tallahassee, Fla. Appel spurned the Pittsburgh Pirates and decided to remain at Stanford for his senior season, one of the first big casualties of baseball's new restrictions on amateur signing bonuses. Appel is the only one not to sign out of 31 first-round picks. Under the labor deal, the deadline for draft picks to sign was Friday, July 13, 2012, a month earlier than under the previous deal. (AP Photo/Phil Sears, file)

      Spending by teams in baseball's amateur draft dropped by 11 percent in the first year of restrictions imposed under the new labor contract.

    • New York Yankees CC Sabathia throws pitches to Toronto Blue Jays in MLB game in New York
      Sabathia returns, Yankees continue to strong arm division Reuters - Wed, Jul 18, 2012

      (Reuters) - CC Sabathia enjoyed a smooth return from the disabled list, tossing six scoreless innings to guide the New York Yankees to a 6-1 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday. Sabathia had not pitched since June 24 because of a groin injury, … More »Sabathia returns, Yankees continue to strong arm division

      New York Yankees CC Sabathia throws pitches to Toronto Blue Jays in MLB game in New York

      (Reuters) - CC Sabathia enjoyed a smooth return from the disabled list, tossing six scoreless innings to guide the New York Yankees to a 6-1 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday. Sabathia had not pitched since June 24 because of a groin injury, but the big left-hander showed little rust as the Yankees (56-34) continued …

    • Toronto Blue Jays' manger John Farrell, left, talks with Jose Bautista after he injured his wrist during the eighth inning of the baseball game against the New York Yankees Monday, July 16, 2012 at Yankee Stadium in New York.  (AP Photo/Seth Wenig).
      Blue Jays put Bautista on DL, call up OF Gose AP - Wed, Jul 18, 2012

      Jose Bautista was worried his injury was worse. More »Blue Jays put Bautista on DL, call up OF Gose

      Toronto Blue Jays' manger John Farrell, left, talks with Jose Bautista after he injured his wrist during the eighth inning of the baseball game against the New York Yankees Monday, July 16, 2012 at Yankee Stadium in New York.  (AP Photo/Seth Wenig).

      Jose Bautista was worried his injury was worse.

    • New York Yankees starting pitcher CC Sabathia delivers during the first inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays, Tuesday, July 17, 2012, at Yankee Stadium in New York. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

      Nobody warms to a heat wave more than CC Sabathia.

    • Los Angeles Angels' Mike Trout (27) is congratulated by Bobby Wilson (46) after hitting a two-run home run against the Detroit Tigers in the second inning of a baseball game in Detroit, Tuesday, July 17, 2012. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

      Earlier this week, Mike Trout had a chance to meet Al Kaline, the Hall of Famer who played for the Detroit Tigers and won a batting title in 1955 when he was 20 years old.

    • Toronto Blue Jays Rajai Davis grimaces after grounding out against the New York Yankees during the second inning of their MLB American League baseball game at Yankee Stadium in New York

      (Reuters) - The Toronto Blue Jays placed outfielder Jose Bautista on the 15-day disabled list with left wrist inflammation, the Major League Baseball (MLB) team said on Tuesday. The loss of Bautista, who suffered the injury in Monday's 6-3 road loss to the New York Yankees, is a blow to a Blue Jays team that is two games …

    • File photo of Blue Jays' Clayton during their American League baseball game in Minneapolis

      NEW YORK (Reuters) - Former Major League Baseball pitcher Marc Wilkins remembers the euphoria he felt when he earned his first big league paycheck. It was 1996 when he broke into the majors with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Wilkins, then a 25-year-old rookie, was handed his first check for roughly $10,000. "That was more money …

    • Ibanez slams Yankees into nine-game lead Reuters - Tue, Jul 17, 2012
      New York Yankees' Ibanez hits a grand slam in front of Toronto Blue Jays' catcher Arencibia during the eighth inning of their MLB American League baseball game at Yankee Stadium in New York

      (Reuters) - Raul Ibanez smashed a grand slam home run in the eighth inning to lift the streaking New York Yankees past the Toronto Blue Jays 6-3 on Monday. The Yankees, who left the bases loaded in the ninth inning of their 10-8 loss to the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday, forged a 2-0 lead by the third but Toronto's Adam …

     
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