Opposite dugout: Braves starters have struggled but might have turned a corner

Opposite dugout: Braves starters have struggled but might have turned a corner
Manager: Brian Snitker (2nd year) Record: 27-35 Last 10 games: 5-5 Who to watch: C Tyler Flowers (.343/.450/.455), LF Matt Kemp (.326/.361/.549, 10 home runs, 31 RBIs), CF Ender Inciarte (.299/.354/.414, 10 stolen bases), RF Nick Markakis (.284/.361/.369, 15 doubles, 32 RBIs), RHP Jim Johnson (4-1, 3.38 ERA, 12 saves) Season series vs. Nationals: 2-4 Pitching probables: June 12: RHP Mike Foltynewicz vs RHP Stephen Strasburg, 7:05 p.m., MASNJune 13: RHP R.A. Dickey vs. RHP Joe Ross, 7:05 p.m.,...
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Opposite dugout: Closer crashing, but Rangers still have the horses to make a run

Opposite dugout: Closer crashing, but Rangers still have the horses to make a run
Manager: Jeff Banister (3rd year) Record: 27-32 Last 10 games: 3-7 Who to watch: SS Elvis Andrus (.302/.345/.466, 15 doubles, 14 stolen bases), RF Nomar Mazara (.288/.352/.462, 38 RBIs), 3B Joey Gallo (.200/.300/.516, 17 home runs), LF Delino DeShields (.289/.352/.352, 10 stolen bases), RHP Matt Bush (2.49 ERA, six saves) Season series vs. Nationals: First meeting (1-2 in 2014) Pitching probables: June 9: RHP Andrew Cashner vs. RHP Tanner Roark, 7:05 p.m., MASN2June 10: LHP Martín Pérez...
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Opposite dugout: Pirates have punch and are viable in an NL Central still up for grabs

Opposite dugout: Pirates have punch and are viable in an NL Central still up for grabs
Manager: Clint Hurdle (7th year) Record: 26-31 Last 10 games: 5-5 Who to watch: 2B Josh Harrison (.308/.371/.466), CF Andrew McCutchen (.232/.313/.419, 28 RBIs) RF Gregory Polanco (.264/.338/.403, 7 steals), 1B Josh Bell (.221/.300/.447, 11 HR), LHP Tony Watson (4-1, 10 saves) Season series vs. Orioles: First meeting (1-3 in 2014) Pitching probables: June 6: RHP Ivan Nova vs. RHP Kevin Gausman, 7:05 p.m., MASN June 7: RHP Chad Kuhl vs. LHP Wade Miley, 7:05 p.m., MASN2 Just four games separate...
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Opposite dugout: Multiple problems have A's bringing up rear in AL West

Opposite dugout: Multiple problems have A's bringing up rear in AL West
Manager: Bob Melvin (7th year) Record: 23-30 Last 10 games: 3-7 Who to watch: 2B Jed Lowrie (.290/.360/.404, 16 2B), 1B Yonder Alonso (.285/.384/.642, 31 RBIs), LF Khris Davis (.219/.308/.503, 16 HR), RHP Sonny Gray (2-2, 4.72 ERA, 1.252 WHIP) RHP Santiago Casilla (4.66 ERA, 8 saves) Season series vs. Nationals: First meeting (3-0 in 2014) Pitching probables: June 2: RHP Stephen Strasburg vs. RHP Andrew Triggs, 10:05 p.m., MASN2. June 3: RHP Joe Ross vs. RHP Daniel Mengden, 4:05 p.m., MASN June...
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Nationals reinstate infielder Stephen Drew

Nationals reinstate infielder Stephen Drew
The Washington Nationals reinstated infielder Stephen Drew from the 10-day disabled list and optioned left-handed pitcher Matt Grace to Triple-A Syracuse on Monday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Drew, 34, missed 41 games with a right hamstring strain. The veteran infielder had appeared in eight games before the injury struck, going 4-for-18 (.222) with one double, three runs scored and four RBI. A valuable member of the...
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Opposite dugout: Scoring struggles and pitching problems plague Padres

Opposite dugout: Scoring struggles and pitching problems plague Padres
Manager: Andy Green (2nd year) Record: 18-31 Last 10 games: 4-6 Who to watch: 1B Wil Myers (.271/.321/.521 with 11 HR, 29 RBIs), 3B Ryan Schimpf (.163/.399/.422 with 11 HR, 21 RBIs) CF Manuel Margot (.259/.305/.389 with 13 RBIs, 5 SB), RHP Jhoulys Chacin (4-4, 5.74 ERA), RHP Brandon Maurer (6.63 ERA, 1.368 WHIP, 5 saves) Season series vs. Nationals: First meeting (4-3 in 2016) Pitching probables: May 26: RHP Luis Perdomo vs. RHP Max Scherzer, 7:05 p.m., MASN May 27: LHP Clayton Richard vs....
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Opposite dugout: Injuries, altercations and now a suspension haunt Blue Jays

Opposite dugout: Injuries, altercations and now a suspension haunt Blue Jays
Manager: John Gibbons (10th season) Record: 18-24 Last 10 games: 6-4 Who to watch: RF José Bautista (6 HR, 19 RBIs), 1B Justin Smoak (9 HR, 27 RBIs), CF Kevin Pillar (.305/.357/.497, 5 stolen bases), RHP Aaron Sanchez (2.95 ERA), RHP Roberto Osuna (3.52 ERA, 0.913 WHIP, 5 saves) Season series vs. Orioles: 1-5 Pitching probables: May 19: RHP Aaron Sanchez vs. RHP Chris Tillman, 7:05 p.m., MASNMay 20: RHP Mike Bolsinger vs. RHP Kevin Gausman, 7:35 p.m., MASN2May 21: RHP Marco Estrada vs. LHP...
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Nationals reinstate right-handers Koda Glover and Shawn Kelley

Nationals reinstate right-handers Koda Glover and Shawn Kelley
The Washington Nationals returned from rehab and reinstated right-handed pitcher Koda Glover, reinstated right-handed pitcher Shawn Kelley, and optioned right-handed pitcher A.J. Cole and left-handed pitcher Matt Grace to Triple-A Syracuse on Friday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcements. Glover, 24, returns to the Nationals' active roster after missing 14 games with a left hip impingement. The right-hander made one rehab appearance,...
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Opposite dugout: Phillies simultaneously rebuilding and imploding

Opposite dugout: Phillies simultaneously rebuilding and imploding
Manager: Pete Mackanin (3rd season) Record: 13-19 Last 10 games: 2-8 Who to watch: LF Aaron Altherr (.351 with 7 HR), 2B César Hernández (.324 with 5 SB), 3B Maikel Franco (5 HR, 25 RBIs), RHP Jeremy Hellickson (4-1, 3.49 ERA), RHP Héctor Neris (3 saves)Season series vs. Nationals: 4-5 Pitching probables: May 12: RHP Nick Pivetta vs. RHP Tanner Roark, 7:05 p.m., MASNMay 13: RHP Vince Velasquez vs. LHP Gio Gonzalez, 7:05 p.m., MASNMay 14: RHP Jeremy Hellickson vs. RHP Max Scherzer, 1:35...
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Nationals 1B Ryan Zimmerman named National League Player of the Week

Nationals 1B Ryan Zimmerman named National League Player of the Week
Following a week in which he hit .500 (13-for-26) with two doubles, five home runs, 13 RBI, one walk and 11 runs scored, Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman was named the National League Player of the Week on Monday. Major League Baseball made the announcement on MLB Network. Zimmerman hit safely in all six games he played, including four multi-hit efforts. He also scored at least one run in every game, and drove in multiple runs in five of the six games. He recorded the 17th multi-home run...
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Orioles encourage fans to vote orange and send O's players to the 2017 MLB All-Star Game

Orioles encourage fans to vote orange and send O's players to the 2017 MLB All-Star Game
The Orioles today announced that fans can begin voting to send Orioles players to the 2017 Major League Baseball All-Star Game in Miami, Fla. Again this year, the Orioles are encouraging fans to vote early, vote often, and "Vote Orange." MLB All-Star Game balloting will once again take place exclusively online at www.orioles.com/voteorange. Fans can cast their votes for Orioles players up to 35 times with a maximum of five votes in a 24-hour period.There are several incentives designed to...
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Nationals recall left-hander Matt Grace

Nationals recall left-hander Matt Grace
The Washington Nationals recalled left-handed pitcher Matt Grace from Triple-A Syracuse on Wednesday and placed right-handed pitcher Koda Glover on the 10-day disabled list with a left hip impingement. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Grace, 28, joins the Nationals for his first Major League assignment of the season. The left-hander has a 3.60 ERA in 31 career Major League games, including five appearances last season over which he...
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Nationals select right-hander Jacob Turner

Nationals select right-hander Jacob Turner
The Washington Nationals selected the contract of right-handed pitcher Jacob Turner from Triple-A Syracuse and placed right-handed pitcher Stephen Strasburg on the paternity list. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Turner, 25, joins the Nationals after pitching to a 2.61 ERA in three starts with Triple-A Syracuse this season. A Non-Roster Invitee to Washington's 2017 Major League Spring Training, Turner has a career 12-27 record...
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Nationals reinstate SS Trea Turner

Nationals reinstate SS Trea Turner
The Washington Nationals reinstated shortstop Trea Turner from the 10-day disabled list on Friday and designated infielder Grant Green for assignment. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Turner, 23, returns to the Nationals after missing 10 games with a right hamstring strain. The fleet-footed shortstop appeared in two extended spring training games this week in West Palm Beach, going 5-for-7 with two doubles, a triple, three walks...
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Nationals host Jackie Robinson Day and Black Heritage Day on Saturday

Nationals host Jackie Robinson Day and Black Heritage Day on Saturday
WHAT: On Saturday, April 15, 70 years to the day that Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball, the Washington Nationals will host Black Heritage Day. This year's Black Heritage Day event falls on the same day as the league-wide Jackie Robinson Day celebration. During the pregame ceremony and the game itself, the Nationals will honor the contributions of African-Americans to the game of baseball and the community. For this special occasion, all players and on-field...
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Orioles announce remaining Extended Spring Training home games

Orioles announce remaining Extended Spring Training home games
The Orioles today announced their remaining Extended Spring Training home games following yesterday's season opener. The public is invited to watch Orioles minor league players in action in Sarasota during Extended Spring Training during the months of April, May, and June. There is no charge to attend the games, which will be held on Field 4 at the Ed Smith Stadium complex. Gates open 30 minutes before game time. Free parking is available in the East Lot. Please note that game times and...
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Orioles activate Miley, put Rickard on disabled list

Orioles activate Miley, put Rickard on disabled list
This afternoon, the Orioles made the following roster moves: · Reinstated left-handed pitcher Wade Miley from the 10-day disabled list (upper respiratory infection). · Placed outfielder Joey Rickard on the 10-day disabled list (left middle finger sprain).
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Nationals select contract of right-hander Matt Albers

Nationals select contract of right-hander Matt Albers
The Washington Nationals selected the contract of right-handed pitcher Matt Albers from Triple-A Syracuse on Sunday and designated right-handed pitcher Jeremy Guthrie for assignment. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Albers, a veteran of 11 Major League seasons and 452 big league games, was a non-roster invitee to the Nationals' 2017 spring training. The right-hander did not allow a run in 10 spring games (11.2 innings of work),...
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