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Strasburg Strikes Out 4 –

Posted on August 7, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Stephen Strasburg made his first appearance in class A ball and struck out four batters in 1 2/3 innings.  Strasburg threw 25 strikes and only six balls in his return from elbow surgery.  In addition, Strasburg was clocked in the … Continue reading →

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Pennant Race Trades –

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Fox Sports has an article on the recent trades in Major League Baseball and the effect that they will have on the pennant races.  The article also discusses the New York Yankees and their decision not to make a trade before … Continue reading →

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Mets Trade Beltran –

Posted on July 28, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The New York Mets traded  All-Star outfielder Carlos Beltran to the San Francisco Giants.  Currently, the Giants lead the National League West by three games and are attempting to improve their offense with the addition of Beltran.  The Mets will … Continue reading →

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Blyleven & Alomar Enter Hall Of Fame –

Posted on July 24, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Bert Blyleven and Roberto Alomar were inducted into the Hall of Fame.  Bert Blyleven played for two World Series teams, had 287 career wins, 3,701 strikeouts, as well as 60 shutouts.  Roberto Alomar had 10 Gold Gloves and was an All-Star 12 times … Continue reading →

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Mets Win As Reyes Returns –

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The New York Mets improved their record to 48-48 with a 4-2 win over the Cardinals.  Jose Reyes returned to the lineup and was 2 for 5 on the day.   Reyes is hitting a Major League leading .355 this season.  Isringhausen … Continue reading →

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All-Star Game Recap –

Posted on July 16, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The 2011 All-Star Game and home field advantage in the World Series was won by the National League.  Major League Baseball has a recap of the All-Star Game, the Home Run Derby, and other All-Star Game events.  In addition, MLB.com offers … Continue reading →

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NL Wins All-Star Game –

Posted on July 13, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The National League won the All-Star game by a score of 5-1 over the American League.  The win gives the National League home field advantage in the World Series.  Prince Fielder hit a three run home run and was the All-Star … Continue reading →

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Cano Wins Home Run Derby –

Posted on July 12, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

New York Yankees second baseman Robinson Cano won the All-Star game Home Run Derby.  Cano beat the Red Sox Adrian Gonzalez 12-11 in the final round.  The only other second baseman to win the Home Run Derby was Ryan Sandberg in … Continue reading →

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Halladay & Weaver To Start All-Star Game –

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The starting pitchers for the All-Star game will be Roy Halladay of the Philadelphia Phillies and Jared Weaver of the Los Angeles Angels.  The All-Star game is scheduled for Tuesday night. To read a related Bloomberg Sports article, please click … Continue reading →

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15 Players To Miss All-Star Game –

Posted on July 10, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The total number of players to miss the All-Star game this year has climbed to 15.  David Price and Placido Polanco had to withdraw due to game related injuries.  In addition, five pitchers started on Sunday so they will not be allowed to … Continue reading →

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Lester Wins 10th For Red Sox –

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Jon Lester picked up win number 10 on the year with a 5-2 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies.  Lester pitched 7 strong innings and did not give up an earned run on the day.  The win helped the Red Sox avoid being … Continue reading →

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Pujols Out For Six Weeks –

Posted on June 21, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Albert Pujols will be out for roughly six weeks with a fractured left wrist.  Pujols is a three time National League Most Valuable Player.  Pujols is hitting .279 on the year with 17 homeruns and 45 RBIs.  The St. Louis … Continue reading →

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Mets To Sell Minority Interest To Einhorn –

Posted on May 27, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The New York Mets have agreed to sell a minority interest in the franchise for $200 million dollars.  David Einhorn will have preferred partner status and the percentage of his ownership has not been released.  David Einhorn is the President of … Continue reading →

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Mets Win; Yankees Lose –

Posted on May 14, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The New York Mets had a four run eighth inning and came from behind to beat the Houston Astros 6-4.  The Mets had homeruns from Jason Bay, Fernando Martinez, and David Wright.  In New York, the Boston Red Sox had … Continue reading →

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Cubs Comeback To Defeat Dodgers –

Posted on April 23, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The Chicago Cubs rallied for five runs in the eighth inning to defeat the Dodgers 10-8.  The five run rally lasted for nine batters and was capped off with a two run double by Jeff Baker.  The Los Angeles Dodgers had won … Continue reading →

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