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Dodgers add starter Jack Flaherty, Padres get closer Tanner Scott at busy trade deadline
Read full article: Dodgers add starter Jack Flaherty, Padres get closer Tanner Scott at busy trade deadlineThe Los Angeles Dodgers acquired starting pitcher Jack Flaherty, San Diego added All-Star closer Tanner Scott, and Arizona, Baltimore and Pittsburgh made significant deals for the stretch run ahead of Tuesdayโs trade deadline.
Guardians give manager Terry Francona perfect send-off in his final home game, 4-3 win over Reds
Read full article: Guardians give manager Terry Francona perfect send-off in his final home game, 4-3 win over RedsShane Bieber shut down Cincinnati for six innings and the Cleveland Guardians sent manager Terry Francona off with a victory in his final home game, 4-3 over the Reds, whose playoff hopes are hanging by a thread.
Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani to skip his next pitching start after feeling arm fatigue
Read full article: Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani to skip his next pitching start after feeling arm fatigueLos Angeles Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani will skip his next scheduled pitching start Wednesday at Texas after telling manager Phil Nevin he was feeling some arm fatigue.
LEADING OFF: Scherzer unbeaten with Dodgers, faces Reds
Read full article: LEADING OFF: Scherzer unbeaten with Dodgers, faces RedsMax Scherzer has dominated since being traded to the Dodgers, and tries to extend his success streak when he pitches at Cincinnati on Saturday in a matchup with playoff implications.
LEADING OFF: Deadline deals, Pineda returns, Rays roll Yanks
Read full article: LEADING OFF: Deadline deals, Pineda returns, Rays roll YanksThe aggressive Padres landed Clevinger in a multiplayer swap with Cleveland, bolstering their rotation in a rare deadline deal between contenders. The trade deadline is normally July 31, but it was pushed back when the start of the season was delayed because of the coronavirus. BIG MIKE IS BACKMichael Pineda comes off the restricted list to make his season debut for Minnesota. RAYS UPAfter a decade spent chasing their big-budget AL East rivals, the Tampa Bay Rays are pummeling the New York Yankees. Washington slugger Juan Soto has 11 homers in just 24 games played this season after going deep twice Monday night.
Reds broadcaster Thom Brennaman uses anti-gay slur on air
Read full article: Reds broadcaster Thom Brennaman uses anti-gay slur on airKANSAS CITY, Mo. Reds broadcaster Thom Brennaman used an anti-gay slur on air during Cincinnati's game Wednesday night and later left the broadcast after apologizing. Brennaman used the slur moments after the Fox Sports Ohio feed returned from a commercial break before the top of the seventh inning in the first game of a doubleheader at Kansas City. Brennaman and the Reds announcers were working from Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, even though the doubleheader against the Royals was in Kansas City. The son of Hall of Fame broadcaster Marty Brennaman, Thom has called major league games for 33 years and has been with Fox Sports for the past 27, covering primarily baseball and football.
LEADING OFF: Cole goes for 21st in row, Tigers' Mize debuts
Read full article: LEADING OFF: Cole goes for 21st in row, Tigers' Mize debutsNew York Yankees' Gerrit Cole delivers a pitch during the first inning of a baseball game against the Boston Red Sox Friday, Aug. 14, 2020, in New York. Cole hasnt lost a decision in the regular season since May 22, 2019, against the White Sox while with Houston. FRESH STRIPESThe Tigers will debut another prized pitching prospect when Casey Mize starts against the White Sox. STREAKINGCorey Seager and the Dodgers have won seven in a row and own the best record in the majors at 18-7. ... Alex Bregman and the Astros have won a season-high six straight after beating Colorado 2-1 at Muinute Maid Park.
Reds-Royals postponed due to COVID-19; doubleheader on deck
Read full article: Reds-Royals postponed due to COVID-19; doubleheader on deckKANSAS CITY, Mo. The game between Cincinnati and Kansas City scheduled for Tuesday will be played as part of a doubleheader Wednesday so that the Reds can do additional testing after a player tested positive for COVID-19 over the weekend. The final two games of a series against Pittsburgh at Great American Ball Park were postponed, and the Reds were planning to fly into Kansas City early Tuesday. Now, the Reds and Royals will play both games of their two-game set Wednesday. The first game will start at 4:05 p.m. CDT, with the second game taking place after a 30-minute break.
Cabrera, Jones, and Romine take it deep for the 6-4 Tigers victory in Cincinnati
Read full article: Cabrera, Jones, and Romine take it deep for the 6-4 Tigers victory in CincinnatiDETROIT After a troubling opening day Friday, the Tigers offensive switch turned on Saturday. Cron getting the first run with an RBI double allowing the Tigers to get on the board first. With a game that couldve gone either way it was the top of the 9th that showed great adjustment for JaCoby Jones. Romine being able to lead off with a single it seemed the Tigers initial game plan was to play small ball and play it safe with a bunt. Jones sends it over the left field fence for a two-run home run to give the Tigers a 6-4 lead in the top of the 9th.
Tigers C.J. Cron continues to impress in 3-2 win against Cincinnati Reds
Read full article: Tigers C.J. Cron continues to impress in 3-2 win against Cincinnati RedsIn this third round against the Reds, it was an impressive display of clutch hitting and impressive itching. Once again, the Tigers were able to strike first courtesy of a solo shot over the right center fence by Niko Goodrum. Spencer Turnbull was the starting pitcher for the Tigers and pitched five innings only allowing one earned run and got eight strikeouts. Cron would send a two-run home run over Nick Castellanos in right field putting the Tigers ahead 3-1. The Tigers would win the contest 3-2 and get the better hand of the series over the Reds winning 2 out of the 3 games.
Heres the Detroit Tigers starting lineup for Opening Day vs. Cincinnati Reds
Read full article: Heres the Detroit Tigers starting lineup for Opening Day vs. Cincinnati RedsCINCINNATI, Ohio The Detroit Tigers have released their starting lineup for their first game of the 2020 season against the Cincinnati Reds. Matt Boyd will make his first Opening Day start after establishing himself as the teams ace in 2019. The starting lineup is the one most expected:Niko Goodrum, SS Jonathan Schoop, 2B Miguel Cabrera, DH C.J. He wasnt a good fit with the New York Yankees but appears to be back to his ace form in Cincinnati. Despite finishing in fourth place last year, the Reds enter 2020 as the favorites in the NL Central.
Detroit Tigers lineup: Is tonights exhibition lineup a preview for Opening Day?
Read full article: Detroit Tigers lineup: Is tonights exhibition lineup a preview for Opening Day?CINCINNATI, Ohio Are the Detroit Tigers offering a glimpse of their full Opening Day lineup today during their first exhibition game against the Cincinnati Reds? LATEST: Daniel Norris cleared to rejoin Detroit Tigers after positive COVID-19 testAll nine of the teams presumed everyday starters are in the lineup for Tuesday nights game. Heres how the lineup breaks down:Niko Goodrum, SS Jonathan Schoop, 2B Miguel Cabrera, DH C.J. 2 and Cron at cleanup puts the teams two best hitters in the two most important lineup slots. The four new additions -- Schoop, Cron, Maybin and Romine -- give the Tigers much more power and depth throughout the lineup.