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4/22/2012 |
Bauman: Pettitte a necessity for Yankees
Andy Pettitte's comeback has gone from being perhaps a pleasant add-on to being potential help in an area where help is really needed.
4/22/2012 |
Markakis strikes back to toss Angels in 10
Nick Markakis responded to manager Buck Showalter's ejection, hitting a two-run single in the eighth, then another RBI knock in the 10th, lifting the Orioles to a 3-2 win over the Angels on Sunday.
4/22/2012 |
Parra's slam ends D-backs' five-game skid
On the back of Gerardo Parra's grand slam, the D-backs snapped their five-game losing streak by defeating the Braves, 6-4, at Chase Field on Sunday.
4/22/2012 |
Ross lifts A's past Tribe on his 25th birthday
Tyson Ross, making his second start of the season on his birthday Sunday, allowed just four hits and, through 6 2/3 innings, surrendered only one run while helping the A's to a 5-1 win against the Tribe.
4/22/2012 |
Rios leads White Sox to sweep of Mariners
Alex Rios hit a game-tying, two-run triple in the sixth, scored the go-ahead run on a sacrifice fly and the White Sox (9-6) went on to beat the Mariners (7-10), 7-4, on Sunday afternoon for a series sweep.
4/22/2012 |
MLB.com Stars of the Game: Sunday, April 22
Each day, MLB.com selects one player from each game whose performance stands out. Here are April 22's Mane Men of the Day.
4/22/2012 |
Disputed squeeze bunt leads to Texas' win
By the time Comerica Park had emptied Sunday afternoon after the Rangers' 3-2 win, those who had seen replays were generally in agreement that the 11th-inning bunt attempt that plated the deciding run was actually foul. The Tigers, who were on the short end of the call, refused to call foul over the way the decision unfolded.
4/22/2012 |
Valentine says he needs to do better
Following Saturday's crushing loss, general manager Ben Cherington praised manager Bobby Valentine for the job he has done early in the season. But rather than accept the pat on the back, Valentine said he needs to do better.
4/22/2012 |
Red Sox newcomer Byrd 'ready to win'
Marlon Byrd reported to his new home just in time for a rainout against the Yankees, but he'll be ready to go for the Red Sox when they get to Minneapolis for a three-game series that starts against the Twins on Monday night at 8:10 ET.
4/22/2012 |
Red Sox promoting Anderson from Pawtucket
The Red Sox will welcome a familiar face back into the clubhouse on Monday in Minneapolis, when first baseman/outfielder Lars Anderson is promoted from Triple-A Pawtucket.
4/22/2012 |
A's to call up Parker for start vs. White Sox
A's manager Bob Melvin announced Sunday that top pitching prospect Jarrod Parker will be called up this week to start Wednesday's afternoon matchup with the visiting White Sox.
4/22/2012 |
Phils' Thome getting accustomed to new role
A bench player for the Phillies this season, Jim Thome made his third start at first base in Sunday's 6-1 loss to the Padres at Petco Park.
4/22/2012 |
Yanks expect Gardner back after 15 days
Manager Joe Girardi said he's expecting Brett Gardner to be ready to return from the 15-day disabled list when he's eligible, on May 3, when the Yankees will begin a four-game series in Kansas City.
4/22/2012 |
Slow start of 2011 no issue for Swish in '12
It took Nick Swisher until April 28 last season -- a span of 22 games -- to hit his first home run. He didn't hit his fourth until June 1, when his batting average sat at .215.
4/22/2012 |
Injuries play into opener between Phils, D-backs
Kyle Kendrick will take injured Cliff Lee's place in the Phillies' rotation to open their series on Monday against the D-backs, who are pressing reliever Wade Miley into starting service to cover for injuries of their own.
4/22/2012 |
Royals counting on Chen to stop Kauffman skid
Bruce Chen will toe the rubber for Kansas City and will oppose right-hander Brandon Morrow in Monday's series finale, as the Royals try to snap a 10-game losing streak, including nine in a row on this homestand.
4/22/2012 |
Series streaks to be put to the test for Cards, Cubs
The Cardinals have won every series they have played this season. The Cubs have done the opposite. Both of those streaks will be put to the test when the teams start a three-game set on Monday night at Wrigley Field. St. Louis lefty Jaime Garcia will square off against Chicago righty Matt Garza.
4/22/2012 |
Batista, Lincecum draw opener of doubleheader
A Sunday afternoon rainout gives the Giants the opportunity to toss two of the toughest pitchers in the National League in Monday's twin bill and leave Citi Field with a series victory.
4/22/2012 |
Brewers hope Aramis finally gets hot vs. Astros
Aramis Ramirez is off to a slow start, but he has tremendous career numbers against the Astros, whom the Brewers face on Monday at Miller Park. Right-hander Zack Greinke starts for Milwaukee, while Lucas Harrell starts for Houston.
4/22/2012 |
Colon, Peavy look to keep hot starts going
While Bartolo Colon may have quietly signed a one-year, $2 million deal with the A's in the offseason, he's definitely making his presence felt less than a month into the season.
4/22/2012 |
Fresh off historic outing, Moyer to fire vs. Bucs
In the next installment of the Jamie Moyer Golden Oldie Show on Monday, the oldest pitcher to win a Major League game gets to try his luck against a Pirates team that is finding runs hard to come by.
4/22/2012 |
First-place Dodgers welcome hot Braves to LA
Chris Capuano gets the start as the Dodgers head home to Dodger Stadium to take on Jair Jurrjens and the Braves on Monday.
4/22/2012 |
Marquis, Twins welcome scuffling Red Sox
The Twins and Red Sox begin a three-game series at Target Field Monday night in a matchup of teams that were slow out of the gate this season.
4/22/2012 |
Bumgarner challenges Gee in Giants-Met nightcap
The second game of Sunday's twin bill between the Giants and Mets at Citi Field will pit Madison Bumgarner against Dillon Gee.
4/22/2012 |
Rangers, Yanks to clash on full head of steam
The Rangers, who finished their road trip 8-1, return home to face the Yankees, who ripped the rival Red Sox for two straight games before the finale was rained out. More Results > |
