Ouch, the Braves just got tomahawk chopped by Pittsburgh, losing 3 of 4 along the rivers. But the way the season is going for the Braves, this really isn't a surprise. Sure, the Pirates suck, but the Braves have now only won 5 games away from Turner Field, compared to 14 losses. Luckily, this   more...
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As the season keeps rolling along, the Tampa Bay Rays keep breaking personal records in this "break-out" season... but is it safe to say that they are for real? By getting rid of the "Devil" within their name, did they actually get rid of the Demon within their play?Keep reading @ the link provided!
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I suppose all good things must come to an end some time and that includes the insanity surrounding Barry Zito and his 0-7 start this season.Zito who signed an 7 year $126 million dollar contract with the San Fransisco Giants with an option for an eight season at $18 million had been relegated to   more...
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Julian Tavarez has been DFA's by the Sox to make room for Sean Casey.
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Could the YES Network be up for sale? Not if you're reading the signs.
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An SF Giants fan was killed on Friday night after getting into a physical altercation outside AT&T Park, suffering major injuries to his head after being hit. 18 year old Anthony Giraudio responded to a comment about a female companion he was with when he was hit and fell, hitting his head on   more...
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Phillies.com mailbag question ponders whether Pat Burrell owns and sports a "man purse." Any of you Phitin' phans out there know. Bonus points for photographic evidence.
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David Ortiz can't resist the ESPN camera during Terry Francona's interview... Tito response? - "I'll kick his ass."Priceless.
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I never thought I'd see this day come. Julian Tavarez has never been a great pitcher in Boston but he ate innings and was a good guy to keep around the clubhouse. Now I'm not saying I wanted him on the team but it looked like Theo Epstein sure did.Tavarez has been designated for assignment today   more...
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Welcome to the land of committees. The two most tenuous bullpen situations finally blew up over the weekend as the Cardinals and Brewers finally made a switch regarding who will pitch the ninth inning. Bid adieu to Jason Isringhausen and Eric Gagne. Say hello to a host of players that will try   more...
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Note to Red Sox, Yankees, Mets, Cubs, etc.Keep your hands off of Hanley Ramirez. Multiple sources are reporting that Hanley Ramirez will sign a six year deal, believed to be worth $70 million, with the Florida Marlins. It would be the Marlins biggest financial commitment ever. He is the face of the   more...
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The Red Sox are shipping out Julian Tavarez. The questions for Sox fans is not if we're glad (we are!), but rather this: What is Manny going to do without his little troll doll now? It's also a great excuse for replaying the video that we feel best describes Manny Ramirez. Video at HHR!
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How can the Phillies be 21-18? There's no way in hell they actually have a winning record. Was there a misprint somewhere along the line that went unnoticed that lead to this standings gaffe? When I watch this team, or listen to this team, or even read about this team, my initial thought isn't   more...
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I appreciate everything Aaron Rowand did for the Phillies. He brought grit and tenacity to the clubhouse, and put up some decent numbers while here only 2 seasons. "The Catch" is a story I'll be telling my son about in years to come. However, I bleed Phillies red and I could give less than two   more...
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The trade market is filled with owners who over-value their players, or owners looking to get a star like Hanley Ramirez for 40 cents on the dollar. AccuScore fantasy expert Tim Williams reviews the current state of trade offers, and gives some tips on how you can avoid making a ridiculous offer   more...
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