| Marlon Byrd, CF, Texas Rangers | Saturday 6/14, 11:51 PM CT |
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| The Rangers report outfielder Marlon Byrd , out for the first two games of the series against the Mets, could be back on the field for the doubleheader on tap tomorrow, according to MLB.com. |
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| Angels RHP Ervin Santana found just his third loss of the season, falling 9-4 to Atlanta. Santana pitched 5 2/3 innings to allow six runs (all earned) through nine hits with two walks and six strikeouts. |
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| The Angels welcomed the Braves to do battle in interleague play today, but it was Atlanta taking the 9-4 win on the road. The Angels were led by shortstop Maicer Izturis , going just 1-for-5 with a double, but good for two RBIs on the night. |
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| Kurt Suzuki, C, Oakland Athletics | Saturday 6/14, 11:16 PM CT |
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| Oakland emerged victorious in the Bay Series opener versus the Giants, winning 4-0 on a strong pitching performance, but catcher Kurt Suzuki deserves praise for his work at the plate, going 3-for-4 with one triple (his first in the majors) and one run scored. |
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| Xavier Nady, RF, New York Yankees | Saturday 6/14, 11:04 PM CT |
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| Pittsburgh outfielder Xavier Nady left tonight's loss versus Baltimore in the ninth innigns with what appears to be a left shoulder injury, according to MLB.com. |
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| Kansas City RHP Luke Hochevar put a decent effort forth in support of his team's big offensive surge as the Royals pulled the 12-3 win over Arizona. Hochevar pitched seven innings to allowing three runs (two earned) on 10 hits with no walks and six strikeouts. |
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| Mike Aviles, SS, Kansas City Royals | Saturday 6/14, 10:42 PM CT |
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| Mike Aviles has been named as the new starting shortstop for the Royals, but tonight he played both short and second and got the offense going in a major way, posting tall numbers in the Royals dominating 12-3 win over Arizona. Aviles went 4-for-5 with two doubles and his second home run of the season, totaling two RBIs and four runs scored in the effort. |
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| Cliff Lee, P, Cleveland Indians | Saturday 6/14, 10:24 PM CT |
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| Cleveland LHP Cliff Lee put another worthy performance in the hands of his relievers, but they let it go in the 10th inning for the 9-4 loss to San Diego. Lee pitched 6 1/3 innings to allow two runs (both earned) on eight hits with no walks and six strikeouts. |
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| Minnesota LHP Glen Perkins had a strong outing on the mound tonight in support of the 9-4 win over Milwaukee, pitching six innings to allow three runs (all earned) on eight hits with one walk and six strikeouts. |
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| They waited until the top of the 12th to make their charge, but the Minnesota Twins found five runs in that late hour to win 9-4 over Milwaukee. Third baseman Brian Buscher led the effort, going 3-for-5 with three singles, totaling three RBIs and two runs scored on the night. |
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| The Orioles posted 15 total hits as a team this evening, turning eight into runs for the win, 8-7, over the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Orioles found their best efforts coming from leadoff man Brian Roberts , going 3-for-5 with two doubles, one stolen base (his 19th of the season), and two RBIs with one run scored. |
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| The Yankees traveled to Houston and insured their bats were on-hand as well, winning 8-4 in the series opener. The venerable third baseman Alex Rodriguez led the way, going 2-for-3 with his 11th home run of the season and two walks, touting one RBI and three runs scored on the night. |
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| Yankees RHP Mike Mussina was as reliable as ever this evening, putting a strong performance on the mound in the team's 8-4 win over the Houston Astros. Mussina pitched six innings, surrendering three runs (all earned) on six hits with no walks and four strikeouts. |
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| John Danks, P, Chicago White Sox | Saturday 6/14, 9:23 PM CT |
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| Chicago LHP John Danks was hurling a gem tonight for the White Sox, but slips in relief pitching and a total lack of offensive support led to returns undesired, falling 2-0 to the Rockies. Danks went six innings of shutout baseball, allowing just five hits, one walk, and throwing six strikeouts. |
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| Tonight's game between the Texas Rangers and New York Mets has been postponed due to rain, according to the NY Daily News. |
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| Matt Garza, P, Tampa Bay Rays | Saturday 6/14, 8:44 PM CT |
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| Tampa Bay RHP Matt Garza picked up his fifth win of the season, leading the Rays to a 4-1 triumph over the Florida Marlins. Garza pitched seven strong innings giving up just one run on three hits with one walk and three strikeouts. |
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| Jonny Gomes, DH, Tampa Bay Rays | Saturday 6/14, 8:31 PM CT |
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| Tabbed as the Citrus Series, the Tampa Bay Rays put the hurt on the Florida Marlins today, winning 4-1 in interleague action. The Rays got the win on just five hits, all from different batters. Designated hitter Jonny Gomes led the way going 1-for-4 with his fifth home run of the season. |
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| The Rangers have designated pitcher Robinson Tejeda for assignments, according to MLB.com. |
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| Jim Thome, DH, Chicago White Sox | Saturday 6/14, 8:09 PM CT |
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| The White Sox are reporting designated hitter Jim Thome is likely to return on Sunday, according to MLB.com. |
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| Mike Aviles, SS, Kansas City Royals | Saturday 6/14, 7:54 PM CT |
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| The Kansas City Royals have inserted Mike Aviles as their starting shortstop this evening, according to MLB.com. |
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| Angels RHP Kelvim Escobar reports no feelings of pain or discomfort in his rehabbed shoulder today, one day after completing a bullpen session, and the team anticipates they will put the hurler in front of live batters soon, according to MLB.com. |
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| Seattle reports Brandon Morrow will be ready to "take a good portion" of the closing opportunities while J.J. Putz recovers from elbow injury, according to MLB.com. |
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| Melvin Mora, 3B, Baltimore Orioles | Saturday 6/14, 7:34 PM CT |
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| Baltimore third baseman Melvin Mora has left tonight's game against Pittsburgh after fouling a pitch off his left knee, according to the Sports Network. |
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| Yankees second baseman Robinson Cano is out of the starting lineup this evening as New York faces Houston in interleague play. |
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| Cleveland starter Fausto Carmona completed a successful bullpen session today and manager Eric Wedge hints he could be back sooner rather than later, according to MLB.com. |
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| Vernon Wells, CF, Toronto Blue Jays | Saturday 6/14, 6:47 PM CT |
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| Updating an unfolding story, Toronto is breathing a small sigh of relief as outfielder Vernon Wells appears to be ok after suffering a wrist injury in today's battle with the Cubs, according to MLB.com. |
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| Boston was without Manny Ramirez and David Ortiz today, but the rest of the lineup pulled through in getting 6-4 win over Cincinnati today. First baseman Kevin Youkilis put his best foot forward, going 3-for-5 with a double and his 11th home run of the season, good for two RBIs and one run scored on the night. |
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| Boston knuckleballer Tim Wakefield proved deceptive once more in helping his Red Sox to a 6-4 win over Cincinnati. Wakefield pitched seven innings to allow just two runs (both earned) on four hits with two walks and six strikeouts. |
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| The Tigers pulled out their whooping sticks today and put 12 runs on the Dodgers, taking the 12-7 win in interleague play. Detroit enjoyed strong plate performances from several team members, including outfielder Curtis Granderson, Edgar Renteria, Magglio Ordonez, and Jeff Larish (all going 2-for-4). However, the top dog was first baseman Miguel Cabrera , going 2-for-4 with a walk and his 10th home run of the season, good for two RBIs and two runs scored on the day. |
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| Boston outfielder Jacoby Ellsbury has tied the Red Sox franchise record for stolen bases by a rookie, today registering his 31st stolen bag of the season (his second of the day), according to the Boston Globe. |
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| Minnesota third baseman Michael Cuddyer has been given the day off, taken out of the Twins' starting lineup for this evenings matchup against Milwaukee, according to the Minneapolis Star Tribune. |
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| Carlos Pena, 1B, Tampa Bay Rays | Saturday 6/14, 3:55 PM CT |
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| Carlos Pena is making good progress as he recovers from a fractured left index finger, the St. Petersburg Times reports. The first baseman is eligible to return this coming Thursday, and he may only need a little longer than that. |
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| Rocco Baldelli will join High-A Vero Beach on Monday and serve as their DH, the St. Petersburg Times reports. He will be re-evaluated after three games. Baldelli is dealing with a mitochondrial disorder that causes muscle fatigue. |
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| The Cardinals brought up Anthony Reyes on Saturday, the AP reports. He was 1-2 with a 3.28 ERA over seven starts at Triple-A Memphis. |
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| Vernon Wells, CF, Toronto Blue Jays | Saturday 6/14, 3:06 PM CT |
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| Vernon Wells left Saturday's game against the Cubs after seven innings due to an issue with his left wrist, CBC Sports confirms. The Blue Jays did not say how bad the potential injury is. Wells broke his left wrist on May 9 and returned earlier this month. |
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| Roy Halladay had his shortest start of the season on Saturday, lasting only five innings against the Cubs. The ace allowed seven hits and six runs (two earned), walked one, and struck out five. Halladay needed 95 pitches to get through five, and he took the loss. |
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| Julio Lugo, SS, Boston Red Sox | Saturday 6/14, 2:11 PM CT |
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| Julio Lugo was a late scratch on Saturday afternoon due to an upset stomach, the Boston Globe reports. Alex Cora will start in his place. |
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| The Tigers officially purchased the contract of pitcher Eddie Bonine on Saturday, the AP reports. He will start against the Dodgers in the afternoon. Bonine, 27, was 9-2 with a 4.48 ERA and 1.29 WHIP over 12 starts at Triple-A Toledo. |
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| Aaron Hill, 2B, Toronto Blue Jays | Saturday 6/14, 12:32 PM CT |
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| Aaron Hill remains frustrated as he attempts to return from a concussion. He had a setback on Friday. Hill performed a light workout (fielding, hitting, biking), and the effort led to more headaches and dizziness. "I couldn't sleep -- the headaches," Hill told MLB.com. "I don't know. I didn't do anything crazy. Some days are worse than others." His return date is unclear. |
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| Sergio Mitre threw 30 pitches off a mound on Friday, the Miami Herald reports. He is on the DL due to a strained right forearm and has not pitched this year. |
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| Joey Devine, P, Oakland Athletics | Saturday 6/14, 8:34 AM CT |
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| Joey Devine will begin playing catch on Saturday, a first step in a return from right elbow inflammation, the Oakland Tribune notes. |
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| Frank Thomas, DH, Oakland Athletics | Saturday 6/14, 8:30 AM CT |
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| Frank Thomas has had a setback in his rehab from right quad tendinitis. The slugger has been told to hold off from all baseball activities until July 1. "It’ll take a little more time four him to heal than we originally thought," manager Bob Geren tells the AP. "That’s kind of bad news." |
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| R.A. Dickey, P, Seattle Mariners | Saturday 6/14, 8:23 AM CT |
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| R.A. Dickey will remain in the rotation despite allowing eight hits and seven runs over 1.2 innings on Friday night, the Seattle Times notes. He has pushed Miguel Batista to the bullpen. |
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| Erick Aybar, SS, Los Angeles Angels | Saturday 6/14, 8:17 AM CT |
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| Erick Aybar hit again on Friday and took ground balls, the Los Angeles Times reports. He could start a minor league rehab assignment soon. Aybar is out due to a dislocated right pinky finger. |
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| Gregg Zaun, C, Toronto Blue Jays | Saturday 6/14, 8:14 AM CT |
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| Barring any setbacks, Gregg Zaun will rejoin the Blue Jays on Sunday, the Toronto Star reports. He is on the DL due to a strained right elbow. |
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| Kyle Farnsworth got the save for the Yankees on Friday night because Mariano Rivera had worked five times in the last six days, Newsday confirms. |
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| Juan Rincon, P, Cleveland Indians | Saturday 6/14, 8:01 AM CT |
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| Juan Rincon has turned down the chance to pitch for Triple-A Rochester, and the Twins have 10 days to trade or release him, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. |
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| Fernando Rodney is on track to rejoin the Tigers on Monday, the Detroit News reports. He has missed the entire season to date due to right shoulder tendinitis. |
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| John Bale, P, Kansas City Royals | Saturday 6/14, 7:49 AM CT |
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| John Bale played catch from about 45 feet on Friday. He made roughly 20 throws, the John Bale reports. Bale is on the DL due to a broken left hand and sore left shoulder. |
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| Joel Zumaya, P, Detroit Tigers | Saturday 6/14, 7:46 AM CT |
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| The Tigers are tentatively planning to bring Joel Zumaya off the DL on Thursday, June 19, the Detroit News reports. The reliever is currently working at Triple-A Toledo as he recovers from right shoulder surgery. "I've had a good talk with Zumaya," manager Jim Leyland explains. "He's been totally honest with me. He says he needs 'a couple of more' rehab outings at Toledo. He didn't say he was ready. He said he needed a couple of more. He got a little fatigued the last time out... if he keeps getting fatigued, he'll stay down there." |
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| Edgar Renteria did not play on Friday due to a sore rib cage, the Detroit News reports. Michael Hollimon started in his place. |
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| The Indians confirmed that Victor Martinez is expected to miss six-to-eight weeks after having bone chips removed from his right elbow on Friday, the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports. |
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| Daisuke Matsuzaka is expected to come off the DL on June 21, the Boston Globe notes. The undefeated hurler will throw 75-80 pitches in a Triple-A rehab game on Tuesday. He is on the DL due to a mild right rotator cuff strain. |
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| Zack Greinke, P, Kansas City Royals | Saturday 6/14, 12:25 AM CT |
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| Zack Greinke was a big wild in Friday night's 1-0 loss to the Diamondbacks. The right-hander allowed no runs on three hits, but walked seven batters and struck out five. |
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| Jonny Gomes, DH, Tampa Bay Rays | Saturday 6/14, 12:15 AM CT |
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| Jonny Gomes returned from his five-game suspension for his part in the Red Sox brawl, but gave way to Gabe Gross in right field in Friday's 7-3 victory over the Florida Marlins. |
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| Andy Sonnanstine allowed three runs on six hits, walked none and struck out five for his seventh victory of the season. |
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| Jon Garland, P, Los Angeles Angels | Saturday 6/14, 12:08 AM CT |
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| Jon Garland allowed five runs and 12 hits, walked one and struck out four in a 5-2 loss to the Atlanta Braves on Friday night. |
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