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Santana to test strained pectoral Saturday - MLB.com

2010-09-03
New York Daily NewsSantana to test strained pectoral SaturdayMLB.comThe news on ailing shortstop Jose Reyes (stained right oblique) was status quo. "Reyes is pretty much the same," said Manuel. "That's one of those things ...Aces Hudson, Santana square off in finaleMLB.comall 362 news articles »

Renteria returns, but Uribe to remain at short - MLB.com

2010-09-01
Renteria returns, but Uribe to remain at shortMLB.comDespite Renteria being active for the first time since mid-August, Bochy decided to give Fontenot his third start at shortstop as a Giant, and first since ...and more »

A-Rod parts ways with agent Boras - MLB.com

2010-09-03
A-Rod parts ways with agent BorasMLB.comNEW YORK -- Alex Rodriguez confirmed on Friday that he has ended his relationship with agent Scott Boras. ...and more »

Overbay, not concussed, returns - MLB.com

2010-09-03
CBC.caOverbay, not concussed, returnsMLB.comMike McCoy moved into the leadoff spot on Friday and played shortstop. Travis Snider, who replaced Lewis in left field during Wednesday's game, ...American League Preview from The Sports NetworkCANOEall 295 news articles »

Two big jacks make Cubs 7-3 under Quade - MLB.com

2010-09-03
Globe and MailTwo big jacks make Cubs 7-3 under QuadeMLB.comCHICAGO -- The Cubs know Alfonso Soriano can hit home runs. Blake DeWitt is surprising them. Soriano and DeWitt each belted ...Dickey allows two big homers in Mets' lossNew York MetsNational League Preview from The Sports NetworkCANOEall 143 news articles »

Dibble no longer calling Nationals games - MLB.com

2010-09-01
Everything Long Beach (press release)Dibble no longer calling Nationals gamesMLB.comEspinosa, who made the move from shortstop to second base this season, is considered to be half of the Nationals' middle infield combination of the future, ...Hello, Danny Espinosa. Goodbye, Scott Olsen?Washington PostDirtbags Send Another Player to the MajorsEverything Long Beach (press release)all 47 news articles »

Chicago White Sox: Defense Might Keep Them from 2010 MLB Playoffs - Bleacher Report

2010-09-01
Globe and MailChicago White Sox: Defense Might Keep Them from 2010 MLB PlayoffsBleacher ReportWith the White Sox committing three errors, two of which by shortstop Alexei Ramirez, in their come from behind victory against the Indians, not even Manny ...Konerko blasts White Sox past TribeMLB.comWhite Sox 6, Indians 4ESPNMLB RoundupBryan College Station EagleFanHouseall 2,133 news articles »

Astros outright Sampson to Triple-A - MLB.com

2010-09-02
Astros outright Sampson to Triple-AMLB.com... MLB.com HOUSTON -- Chris Sampson, a Houston-area native who resurrected his career and became a fan favorite as a pitcher after giving up as a shortstop ...and more »

MLB Betting: Playoff hopefuls tangle - Donbest.com

2010-09-03
Washington PostMLB Betting: Playoff hopefuls tangleDonbest.comShortstop Orlando Cabrera (oblique) and second baseman Brandon Phillips (hand) are both "questionable." The Cards are going in the opposite direction, ...Johnny Cueto leaves Cincinnati Reds to attend to family emergencyESPNall 223 news articles »

Interview with Robert Eenhoorn, Technical Manager Dutch Baseball ...

2010-09-03
Born on February 9, 1968 in Rotterdam, Netherlands; Former Second Baseman/Shortstop; 37 Games in MLB for Yankees and Angels between 1994 and 1997; Player-manager for Neptunus in Hoofdklasse 1999-2001; Manager Dutch National Team 2001- ...

Remembering The 1982 Trade Deadline: MLB Rumors - MLBTradeRumors.com

2010-09-03
And Bobby Bonner started at shortstop in the second game of a doubleheader for Baltimore on May 29. The next day, and for a few more after that, the position was filled by Cal Ripken, Jr. Meanwhile, contenders galore filled holes in ...

Barney gets start at shortstop – and first MLB hit in Cubs' loss ...

2010-08-16
First game at Wrigley Field. First start at shortstop. First major league hit. It was a night of firsts for Darwin Barney of the Chicago Cubs. Barney started at short for regular Starlin Castro, who got a rest (before pinch-hitting in ...

Royals Sign Venezuelan Shortstop For $1.1MM: MLB Rumors ...

2010-08-10
The Royals officially signed Venezuelan shortstop Humberto Arteaga for $1.1MM, according to Ben Badler of Baseball America. The Royals like the 16-year-old's quickness, positioning and running speed. Arteaga has a compact swing, ...

MLB Best Tools | WasWatching.com

2010-08-19
Instead, it's an aggregation of surveys they passed out to MLB managers. Honestly, if people think AJ Burnett still has the AL's second-best curveball or that Derek Jeter is the AL's third-best defensive shortstop, I weep for the ...

Watch Cincinnati Reds vs Arizona Diamondbacks mlb live streaming ...

2010-09-03
“It's good,” said shortstop Paul Janish, who went 2 for 4 with a homer Tuesday. “We are definitely doing some scoreboard watching.” Janish has batted .302 with eight RBIs in his last 12 games. Cincinnati's Scott Rolen had three hits ...

Burlington Royals lose to Johnson City in playoff opener | MLB ...

2010-09-03
“We've had to come out of the hole to actually get here,” shortstop Mike Liberto said, referring to Burlington's late-season surge. “This is nothing new.” The Royals found themselves facing a 4-0 deficit in the first inning. ...

He Who Must Not Be Named: Who Are The Biggest Sports Vilians Of ...

2010-09-03
The light-hitting shortstop, who couldn't hit water out of a boat, incredibly hit one over the Green Monster to give the Yankees the 1978 AL Eastern Division Championship. In effect, it meant that the Red Sox blew a 14-game lead, ... If Roberts doesn't steal the bag, Ortiz doesn't perform his heroics, leading to the biggest postseason collapse in MLB history. Oakland: Al Davis really needed another championship to prove that the game hadn't passed him by as the 21st ...

MLB Fantasy Baseball Second Half Ranks: Shortstop | Baseball News ...

2010-08-09
Shortstop is a top heavy position in fantasy baseball. After five or six elite guys and three to four more decent options, the bottom falls out fast. Those playing in the popular ten-team mixed leagues might not have too much trouble ...

MLB 2010: Five Cubs To Watch in September

2010-09-02
With just one month remaining of the misery that has been the 2010 season in Lakeview, the Chicago Cubs are 20 games below .500. On Monday night, despite holding a special ceremony to honor newly-inducted Hall of Fame outfielder Andre Dawson, the team played to the emptiest Wrigley Field in nearly three years: A crowd of less than 30,000 fans.

Chicago White Sox: Defense Might Keep Them from 2010 MLB Playoffs

2010-09-02
With the White Sox committing three errors, two of which by shortstop Alexei Ramirez, in their come from behind victory against the Indians, not even Manny Ramirez, who is not known for his defense could help the Sox in that department.

Uribe will keep starting at SS

2010-09-02
Even though Edgar Renteria returned from a strained left biceps on Wednesday, Giants manager Bruce Bochy told MLB.com that Juan Uribe will get the majority of the starts at shortstop the rest of the way. Uribe, who is 2 for 16 (.125) over his last five games, was out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Rockies, however. He was replaced by Mike Fontenot . "We pushed him pretty hard ...

MLB: Atlanta 4, New York Mets 1

2010-09-01
ATLANTA, Sept. 1 (UPI) -- Tommy Hanson allowed only one hit over seven shutout innings Wednesday and the Atlanta Braves beat the New York Mets 4-1 for their fifth straight victory. Atlanta Braves - New York Mets - Tommy Hanson - Major League Baseball - Baseball

MLB: Arizona 5, San Diego 2

2010-09-01
PHOENIX, Sept. 1 (UPI) -- Brandon Allen hit a grand slam in his 2010 Arizona debut Wednesday, rallying the Diamondbacks to a 5-2 win over struggling San Diego. San Diego - Major League Baseball - Brandon Allen - Arizona Diamondbacks - Grand slam

Furcal homers in Triple-A rehab game

2010-09-03
In the second game of a rehab assignment with Triple-A Albuquerque, disabled Dodgers shortstop Rafael Furcal went 1-for-2 with a two-run home run and a walk.

Astros outright Sampson to Triple-A

2010-09-03
HOUSTON -- Chris Sampson, a Houston-area native who resurrected his career and became a fan favorite as a pitcher after giving up as a shortstop years earlier, is coming to grips that his career with the Astros is likely over after the club outrighted him to Triple-A Round Rock on Thursday.

Cincinnati Reds: Do Joey Votto, Aroldis Chapman Make Them the Best Team In MLB?

2010-09-02
Are the Cincinnati Reds the best team in baseball?

Chapman heater hits 103 mph in first MLB victory

2010-09-02
CINCINNATI (AP) -- Sometimes, left-hander Aroldis Chapman can't help but peek.

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2010-09-03
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2010-09-03
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2010-09-03
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2010-09-03
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2010-09-03
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2010-09-03
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2010-09-03
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2010-09-03
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RT @JimSeip: Only in the Atlantic League: Shortstop Chuck Jeroloman in his pitching debut now facing former #MLB All-Star Carl Everett.

2010-09-02
RT @JimSeip: Only in the Atlantic League: Shortstop Chuck Jeroloman in his pitching debut now facing former #MLB All-Star Carl Everett.