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Ethier's hits 3-run walkoff HR for Dodgers	8.8.2009 : 1:46 AM
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Rangers hit 5 HRs, trim Angels' AL West lead	8.8.2009 : 1:44 AM
Omar Vizquel drove in three runs with four hits, including one of Texas' five homers, and Josh Hamilton hit an early three-run shot in the second-place Rangers' 11-6 victory over the AL West-leading Los Angeles Angels on Friday night.
A-Rod's homer in 15th gives Yanks 2-0 win	8.8.2009 : 1:43 AM
Waiting well past midnight for a clutch hit — any hit, really — Alex Rodriguez provided a big one.
AL Capsules	8.8.2009 : 1:27 AM
Alex Rodriguez homered with two outs in the 15th inning, his first in three weeks, to give New York a 2-0 victory over Boston on Friday night.
Cabrera hits grand slam in 9th for Padres 6-2 win	8.8.2009 : 1:21 AM
Rookie Everth Cabrera hit a grand slam in the ninth inning off closer Francisco Rodriguez to give the San Diego Padres a 6-2 victory over the New York Mets on Friday night.
Cubs' Zambrano scratched before Rockies' victory	8.8.2009 : 1:21 AM
Chicago Cubs reliever Sean Marshall was putting on his uniform in the clubhouse when he got word of his unexpected start Friday night against the Colorado Rockies in place of Carlos Zambrano.
Shoppach's two homers lift Indians over White Sox	8.8.2009 : 1:11 AM
Even after trading many of their big salaries, the Cleveland Indians have remained competitive on the field.
Mortensen to start against Royals	8.8.2009 : 12:42 AM
The Oakland Athletics recalled right-hander Clay Mortensen after the game Friday to make his first big league start Saturday against the Kansas City Royals.
Mazzaro ends losing skid as A's beat Royals	8.8.2009 : 12:39 AM
Vin Mazzaro was happy to finally get a victory again.
Red Sox, Yanks 0-0 through 14 innings	8.8.2009 : 12:38 AM
Midnight came and went, and the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees were still waiting for someone to score a run.
Astros option RHP Paulino, call up RHP Bazardo	8.8.2009 : 12:25 AM
The Houston Astros have optioned right-hander Felipe Paulino to Triple-A Round Rock and purchased the contract of right-hander Yorman Bazardo.
Michaels homers twice in Astros' 6-3 win	8.7.2009 : 11:49 PM
Bud Norris is making his transition to the major leagues look easy.
Six-run first carries Tigers over Twins, 10-8	8.7.2009 : 11:35 PM
It wasn't pretty or easy but the Detroit Tigers got the win.
Berken gets 1st win since May 26 as O's beat Jays	8.7.2009 : 11:30 PM
Baltimore Orioles rookie Jason Berken is unbeaten against Ricky Romero and the Toronto Blue Jays. If only the rest of his starts could go so well.
Willingham's 2-run single gives Nats 6 straight	8.7.2009 : 11:28 PM
For the first half of the season, the Washington Nationals were baseball's worst team. Now, they're the hottest.
Nolasco goes 7 innings, Marlins beat Phillies 3-2	8.7.2009 : 11:11 PM
Pitching in front of a sellout crowd during a playoff chase suits Ricky Nolasco much better than empty minor-league stadiums.
Carpenter not sharp, but Cards win 6-4	8.7.2009 : 11:00 PM
Chris Carpenter is almost always good for a victory against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Even on a night when a pitcher who hasn't lost since June looked ready to be beaten.
Padres honor Henderson for Hall of Fame induction	8.7.2009 : 10:42 PM
Although he played only three seasons for the San Diego Padres, Rickey Henderson remains one of the most popular players in club history.
RHP Schmidt placed on DL by Dodgers	8.7.2009 : 10:34 PM
The Dodgers placed right-hander Jason Schmidt on the 15-day disabled list Friday because of problems with his surgically repaired shoulder, and recalled infielder Tony Abreu from Triple-A Albuquerque.
Orioles trade Zaun to Tampa Bay, call up Moeller	8.7.2009 : 10:31 PM
The Orioles have traded catcher Gregg Zaun to the Tampa Bay Rays, clearing the way for rookie Matt Wieters to become Baltimore's main backstop.
Rangers designate Padilla for assignment	8.7.2009 : 10:31 PM
The Texas Rangers have designated right-hander Vicente Padilla for assignment, likely ending his tenure with the club.
A's release Jason Giambi; slugger was hitting .193	8.7.2009 : 9:57 PM
Jason Giambi's second stint with the Oakland Athletics didn't pan out as either side had hoped.
Diamondbacks Hinch ejected for first time	8.7.2009 : 9:52 PM
Arizona Diamondbacks manager A.J. Hinch was ejected in the eighth inning of Friday night's game with the Washington Nationals.
M's LHP Bedard has fraying in shoulder	8.7.2009 : 9:41 PM
Since arriving in Seattle 18 months ago, Erik Bedard has been on and off the disabled list. He's been in and out of doctors offices and MRI machines.
Zambrano scratched from scheduled start	8.7.2009 : 9:25 PM
Chicago Cubs right-hander Carlos Zambrano was scratched about 15 minutes before his scheduled start Friday night against the Colorado Rockies with a lower back problem.
Giants activate INF Aurilia from DL	8.7.2009 : 9:12 PM
The San Francisco Giants activated infielder Rich Aurilia from the 15-day disabled list on Friday following his rehab stint in the minors.
Indians call up LHP Perez	8.7.2009 : 9:01 PM
The Cleveland Indians have called up left-handed reliever Rafael Perez from Triple-A Columbus to take the roster spot of traded starter Carl Pavano.
Padres recall RHP Webb to replace Gaudin	8.7.2009 : 8:48 PM
The San Diego Padres have recalled rookie right-hander Ryan Webb from Triple-A Portland to replace Chad Gaudin, who was traded to the New York Yankees.
Twins manager ejected in second inning	8.7.2009 : 8:39 PM
Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire was ejected from the game against the Detroit Tigers in the top of the second inning Friday night.
Sheffield, Castillo still out of Mets lineup	8.7.2009 : 8:38 PM
Injuries kept second baseman Luis Castillo and outfielder Gary Sheffield out of the New York Mets starting lineup on Friday night.
Cubs reinstate C Soto from DL	8.7.2009 : 8:16 PM
Chicago Cubs catcher Geovany Soto, sidelined the past month by a left oblique strain, has been reinstated from the disabled list.
Red Sox cut ineffective Smoltz	8.7.2009 : 8:01 PM
John Smoltz may have thrown the last pitch of his storied career.
Alomar expresses desire to work for Blue Jays	8.7.2009 : 8:00 PM
Sixteen years after he helped bring consecutive World Series championships to the Blue Jays, retired second baseman Roberto Alomar said Friday that he'd like to work for the franchise someday.
Pitcher appeals Ohio brawl conviction, is released	8.7.2009 : 7:58 PM
A minor league pitcher convicted of throwing a baseball that injured a fan during an on-field melee in Ohio last year has been released from jail pending appeal.
Astros' minor leaguer suspended 50 games	8.7.2009 : 7:44 PM
Astros outfielder Mitch Einertson has been suspended 50 games under baseball's minor league drug program after a second violation for a drug of abuse.
Wedge leaves Indians to attend funeral	8.7.2009 : 6:54 PM
Cleveland Indians manager Eric Wedge has left the team to attend the funeral of his mother-in-law, forcing him to miss Friday night's game against the White Sox.
Pirates bring up Bootcheck, put Veal on DL	8.7.2009 : 6:40 PM
The Pittsburgh Pirates put left-handed reliever Donnie Veal on the disabled list with a sprained left index finger and purchased the contract of right-hander Chris Bootcheck from Triple-A Indianapolis.
Twins acquire pitcher Carl Pavano from Indians	8.7.2009 : 6:30 PM
Craving help for their starting rotation, the Minnesota Twins have turned to Carl Pavano.
Brewers acquire RHP Colome, designate LHP Swindle	8.7.2009 : 4:42 PM
The Milwaukee Brewers purchased the contract of right-handed reliever Jesus Colome from Triple-A Nashville and designated left-hander R.J. Swindle for assignment on Friday.
NM town a stop for up-and-coming ballplayers	8.7.2009 : 5:57 AM
Before they were stars, Hall of Famers Eddie Murray and Mike Schmidt played at Ricketts Park.
Dascenzo: There was an elegance about Stargell	4.9.2001 : 6:35 PM
The bulletin flashed across the bottom of the television screen in a fashion that would ruin any afternoon. Willie Stargell, 61, dead.