Archive for June, 2009
Smoltz tries to stay calm on eve of Red Sox debut
After reflecting on the three weeks of sleepless nights that followed his shoulder surgery, John Smoltz sounded as if he might be tossing and turning one more time – this time out of sheer anxiousness over his first major league start for a team other than the Atlanta Braves. Smoltz is scheduled to make his [...]
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Sabathia says hes OK for Fridays start
New York Yankees ace CC Sabathia threw in the bullpen before Wednesdays game against the Atlanta Braves and said hell be ready to start the opener of a weekend series against the New York Mets. Sabathia threw 27 pitches after leaving his last start with tightness in his left biceps. Im good, he said. I [...]
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Outman will miss start Wednesday
Rookie left-hander Josh Outman will miss his start Wednesday for the Oakland Athletics with tightness in his throwing arm. Outman underwent an MRI on Monday on his elbow area and is scheduled for another more extensive test Wednesday. The As had hoped he would be examined Tuesday but there wasnt an appointment available. The 24-year-old [...]
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Trammell makes last visit to Tiger Stadium
Alan Trammell planned to visit Tiger Stadium this week. On the advice of friends, he decided to do it as soon as possible. The Chicago Cubs bench coach visited the corner of Michigan and Trumbull before Tuesday nights game against the Tigers, getting one last look at the only major-league home field he ever knew. [...]
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Mariners option Rowland-Smith to Triple-A
Mariners pitcher Ryan Rowland-Smith has been optioned by the Seattle to Triple-A Tacoma, after being activated from the 15-day disabled list. Rowland-Smith, expected to be in Seattles rotation to start the season, was placed on the DL April 15 with triceps tendinitis. He made one start with the Mariners before getting injured. The plan with [...]
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