http://www.sportsnipe.com MLB news headlines from all sources http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3449166/tht-dailytht-daily-bay-extremes.html Barry Zito takes the bump for the Giants while Oakland tabs Rich Harden in their game. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3449165/indians-promote-aubrey-option-sowers.html Indians promote Aubrey, option Sowers Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3449132/speedy-video.html Here's a video for Denard Span fans. I went to the see the Twins AAA team in Rochester tonight. Their centerfielder, Denard Span, started the season in Minnesota but he's here on the Red Wings right now. I thought you... Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3449131/astros-another-nodecision-for-chacon.html Houston Astros SP Shawn Chacon set a major league record by making his ninth consecutive start without a decision to begin a season Friday, May 16, against the Texas Rangers, according to the Associated Press. Chacon allowed eight runs (five earned) on six hits over 3-1/3 innings, with four walks and no strikeouts. There have been three streaks of 10 consecutive no-decisions for pitchers since 1956, but none were at the start of a season. The 10-game streaks belong to John D'Acquisto and Randy Lerch in 1977 and Dick Stigman from 1965-66. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448915/byrnes-busts-out-in-win.html Eric Byrnes was mired in a season-long slump but had a huge game in a 4-3 win over Detroit. Hear from the outfielder after he launched a homer in the D-backs’ home victory. Click here to view the video. Read the full story. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448914/rays-sonnanstine-throws-quality-start.html Tampa Bay Rays SP Andy Sonnanstine allowed one run on eight hits over eight innings Friday, May 16, against the St. Louis Cardinals, according to the Associated Press. He struck out four while walking none. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448913/indians-sowers-expected-to-be-sent-minors.html Cleveland Indians SP Jeremy Sowers allowed three runs on five hits over five innings Friday, May 16, against the Cincinnati Reds, according to the Associated Press. He walked two and struck out two. Following the game, manager Eric Wedge said that Sowers was headed back to the minor leagues, but no roster move has officially been made yet. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448912/indians-hafner-hits-pinchhit-homer.html Cleveland Indians DH Travis Hafner hit his second career pinch-hit home run Friday, May 16, against the Cincinnati Reds, according to the Associated Press. His other pinch-hit homer also came in an interleague game against the Cincinnati Reds, at Great American Ball Park on July 1, 2006. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448911/athletics-suzuki-snaps-out-slump.html Oakland Athletics C Kurt Suzuki snapped out of an 0-for-23 slump Friday, May 16, with a second-inning single against Atlanta Braves SP Jair Jurrjens, according to the Associated Press. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448910/braves-jones-returns-to-action.html Updating previous reports, Atlanta Braves 3B Chipper Jones (groin) went 2-for-3 Friday, May 16, against the Oakland Athletics, in his return to the starting lineup, according to the Associated Press. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448909/marlins-johnson-to-throw-simulated-game-monday.html Florida Marlins SP Josh M. Johnson (elbow) will throw a simulated game Monday, May 19, according to the Associated Press. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448908/marlins-sanchez-to-throw-live-batting-practice.html Updating previous reports, Florida Marlins SP Anibal Sanchez (shoulder) will throw live batting practice early next week, according to the Associated Press. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448907/padres-hampson-headed-to-lake-elsinore-for-rehab.html Updating previous reports, San Diego Padres P Justin Hampson (shoulder) made his last appearance at extended spring training in Arizona Friday, May 16, and will be heading to Class A Lake Elsinore for his rehab, according to the Associated Press. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448906/white-sox-three-scouts-fired.html The Chicago White Sox have fired director of player personnel David Wilder, along with scouts Victor Mateo and Domingo Toribio from the club's Latin American operation, according to the Associated Press. They were terminated following a two-month investigation by Major League Baseball's Department of Investigations, and findings have been turned over to federal authorities. The White Sox said they were dismissed "for actions in Latin America that were violations of club policy and standards" but did not elaborate. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448905/jones-marlins-close-to-deal.html The Florida Marlins are likely looking to upgrade in center field, where incumbent Alfredo Azemaga is hitting a svelte .226/.311/.292. They're also likely looking for someone to help shoulder the load of injured OF Josh Willingham, who just experienced a setback in his rehab -- though Luis Gonzalez has hit fairly well since replacing him, at .317/.369/.433 in 16 games. So they're a likely destination for free agent Jacque Jones. Juan C. Rodriguez of the South Florida Sun-Sentinal has something of a third-hand rumor that the Marlins could sign Jones by this evening. Damon Lapa, Jones's agent, has, of course, denied the rumor. He says that he and his client hope to narrow down a list in the next few days before ultimately deciding on a destination. His new team will only be on the hook for a prorated amount of the league minimum $390,000."We've started some dialogue with a number of clubs," Lapa said. "Ever since he technically became free there's been an uptick in intensity. He's weighing all his options."Rodriguez notes that Jones is from and continues to reside in San Diego, and might seek employment closer to home. The Padres could probably use him, though I'm not sure Jones would want to sign there, given the team's play to this point. The two LA teams have plenty of outfielders. The Marlins still do seem like the most likely destination. The only small problem I can see is that both Jones and Azemaga have clear career splits showing they hit righties better than lefties, though Jones bucked that trend last year in 87 plate appearances against southpaws. But that shouldn't stop the Marlins from pursuing a potential upgrade in center. showad(); Joe Pawlikowski writes for River Ave Blues, a Yankees blog, and can be reached here. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448840/tht-livehelp-lindsey-duquette.html The daughter of former Mets and Orioles GM Jim Duquette, Lindsey, has been diagnosed with Nephrotic Syndrome. Lindsey's Mom has started a webpage through Active.com that is currently accepting donations so that a cure might be found. A member of the Oriole Hangout community began a thread about the webpage, and asked other members to donate to the cause. His initial goal was to raise $1,000. So far, the members of the Orioles Hangout community have contributed almost $4,000. Overall, the page has received $15,440 in donations. Please consider making a donation of your own. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448839/low-strikeout-success.html Joe Saunders defeated the Dodgers last night while striking out one batter over 7 1/3 innings. For the season, Joe is striking out 3.65 batters per nine, a fairly low rate. That usually means more balls in play, and more... Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448838/south-side-purge.html It seems some Latin American scouts for the White Sox were not playing by the rules: "This is an investigation we brought to Major League Baseball as part of our reorganization in the Dominican Republic," Williams said. "We now have... Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448837/milb-recap-blog-porcello-solid-still-no-win.html Each morning, check in for the Minor League Recap Blog. Get all of the results from the games, the latest standings and the daily blog recapping the previous day’s action. Read the full story. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448836/halos-win-la-turf-battle.html Joe Saunders went 7.1 strong innings as the Angels took care of the Dodgers, 4-2. Hear from Gary Matthews Jr. after the Halos’ home victory over their SoCal rivals. Click here to view the video. Read the full story. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448835/white-sox-uribe-sidelined-by-hamstring-strain.html Chicago White Sox 2B Juan Uribe (hamstring) missed the game against the San Francisco Giants Friday, May 16 because of a right hamstring strain that forced him to leave the previous day's game against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. Manager Ozzie Guillen expects him to sit out Saturday, May 17 but be available as a defensive replacement, and perhaps return to the lineup Sunday, May 18, according to the Associated Press. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448834/white-sox-pierzynski-hits-rare-triple.html Chicago White Sox C A.J. Pierzynski tripled Friday, May 16, against the San Francisco Giants, according to the Associated Press. It was his third in San Francisco, and his first since Aug. 22, 2004, when he accomplished the feat against the New York Mets as a member of the Giants. The triple allowed him to extend his hitting streak to nine games. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448833/diamondbacks-lyon-given-fridays-game-off.html Arizona Diamondbacks CL Brandon Lyon stayed in the bullpen Friday, May 16, against the Detroit Tigers, after having pitched in the team's previous three games, according to the Associated Press. RP Tony Pena came in and picked up the save. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448832/giants-winn-collects-300th-career-double.html San Francisco Giants OF Randy Winn hit his 300th career double Friday, May 16, against the Chicago White Sox, extending his hitting streak to 11 games, according to the Associated Press. He has hit safely in 13 of 14 games in May, and is batting .373 (22-for-59) this month. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448831/tigers-sheffield-gets-rare-start-in-outfield.html Updating previous reports, Detroit Tigers DH Gary Sheffield (shoulder) played six innings in left field Friday, May 16, against the Arizona Diamondbacks, before taking the rest of the night off, according to the Associated Press. He went 0-for-3, lowering his average to .190. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448830/diamondbacks-byrnes-snaps-out-slump.html Arizona Diamondbacks OF Eric Byrnes snapped a 6-for-62 slump Friday, May 16, against the Detroit Tigers, according to the Associated Press. Byrnes went 2-for-3 with a home run, two RBIs and two runs scored. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448829/rockies-hirsh-throws-simulated-game.html Colorado Rockies SP Jason Hirsh (shoulder) threw three innings and 45 pitches in a simulated game Friday, May 16, according to the Associated Press. Head trainer Keith Dugger said the session was pain-free. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448828/twins-mauer-on-hot-streak.html Minnesota Twins C Joe Mauer has hit safely in 23 of his last 25 games, according to the Associated Press. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448827/rockies-tulowitzki-rehab-update.html Updating previous reports, Colorado Rockies SS Troy Tulowitzki (quadriceps) is playing light catch and hit off the tee this week, according to the Associated Press. His return is still undetermined. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448826/rockies-vizcaino-throws-simulated-game.html Colorado Rockies RP Luis Vizcaino (shoulder) threw two innings and 25 pitches in a simulated game Friday, May 16, according to the Associated Press. Head trainer Keith Dugger said the session was pain-free. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448825/rangers-hamilton-homers-twice.html Texas Rangers OF Josh Hamilton went 5-for-5 against the Houston Astros Friday, May 16, with two home runs, five RBIs and four runs scored, according to the Associated Press. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448824/astros-bourn-snaps-hitless-streak.html Houston Astros OF Michael Bourn snapped a hitless streak of 20 at-bats with a sixth-inning single Friday, May 16, against the Texas Rangers, according to the Associated Press. He also stole his 18th base of the season, most in the major leagues, and still hasn't been caught stealing. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448823/astros-houston-hottest-team-in-nl.html The Houston Astros (24-19) have won 17 of their last 24 games, more than any other National League team over that span, according to the Associated Press. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448822/rangers-texas-closing-in-on-500-mark.html The Texas Rangers (21-22) have won 14 of their last 20 games since returning home from a road trip three weeks ago with the worst record in the major leagues, according to the Associated Press. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448821/cardinals-glaus-on-fire-over-last-four-games.html St. Louis Cardinals 3B Troy Glaus is 10-for-18 over his last four games, according to the Associated Press. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448820/rangers-blalock-likely-to-head-extended-spring-training.html Updating previous reports, Texas Rangers 3B Hank Blalock (hamstring) will likely head to extended spring training in Arizona as part of his rehabilitation, according to the Associated Press. He was scheduled to play at Double-A Frisco Thursday, May 15, but was scratched from the lineup after his hamstring tightened up. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448819/marlins-ramirez-financial-details.html Updating previous reports, Florida Marlins SS Hanley Ramirez's six-year, $70 million contract extension, which would commit him to the team through the 2014 season, is expected to be officially announced Saturday, May 17, according to Joe Frisaro of Marlins.MLB.com. Ramirez is making $439,000 this year, and will make $5.5 million in 2009. For the three seasons where he would have qualified for arbitration (2009-2011), he will earn $23.5 million. He will receive $15 million in 2012, $15.5 million in 2012 and $16 million in 2014. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448818/rays-team-goes-eight-games-over-500.html After their victory over the St. Louis Cardinals Friday, May 16, the Tampa Bay Rays (25-17) went eight games over .500 for the first time in team history, according to the Associated Press. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448817/cardinals-ankiels-hitting-streak-ends.html St. Louis Cardinals OF Rick Ankiel went 0-for-4 Friday, May 16, against the Tampa Bay Rays, ending his hitting streak at nine games, according to the Associated Press. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448816/rays-bartlett-returns-to-action.html Updating previous reports, Tampa Bay Rays SS Jason Bartlett (personal) returned to the lineup Friday, May 16, after having missed the previous day's game because his wife had a complication with her pregnancy, according to the Associated Press. He went 2-for-4. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448815/rays-iwamura-enjoying-productive-offensive-week.html Tampa Bay Rays 2B Akinori Iwamura went 3-for-5 Friday, May 16, against the St. Louis Cardinals, according to the Associated Press. Six of his last seven games have been multihit efforts. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448801/al-hot-corner-tampas-time.html FOXSports.com’s Ken Rosentahl dishes on the Rays’ bright future, Oakland’s pitching surplus and the new power trends in the AL. Click here to view the video. Read the full story. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448779/nl-hot-corner-bullpen-bonanza.html FOXSports.com’s Ken Rosenthal on the Brewers’ bullpen, Jim Edmonds’ Windy City future and Willie Randolph’s job security in the Big Apple. Click here to view the video. Read the full story. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448778/rangers-bats-burn-astros.html Texas’ bats were on fire as they torched Astros pitching for 16 runs on 17 hits. Hear from Josh Hamilton who went 5-for-5 with 2 homers and 5 RBI in the Rangers’ win. Click here to view the video. Read the full story. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448777/mlb-jackson-suspended-50-games.html Major League Baseball has suspended minor league P Aaron Jackson for 50 games following a positive drug test, according to USAToday.com. He last pitched in the Washington Nationals organization in 2007. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448776/cardinals-rivera-sent-to-quad-cities.html St. Louis Cardinals minor league OF Francisco Rivera has been assigned to Class A Quad Cities from extended spring training, according to USAToday.com. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448775/cardinals-brown-assigned-to-quad-cities.html St. Louis Cardinals minor league 1B Andrew Brown has been assigned to Class A Quad Cities from Class A Palm Beach, according to USAToday.com. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448774/marlins-mccall-promoted-to-aa.html Florida Marlins minor league P Derell McCall has been assigned to Double-A Carolina, from Class A Jupiter, according to USAToday.com. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448773/mariners-suzuki-snaps-hitless-streak-moves-closer-to-club-steals-record.html Seattle Mariners OF Ichiro Suzuki snapped a streak of 16 consecutive hitless at-bats with a seventh-inning single Friday, May 16, against the San Diego Padres, according to the Associated Press. In the fourth inning of the game, he had stolen his 289th career base, one shy of the club record held by Julio Cruz. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/3448772/dodgers-martin-sees-more-time-at-third-base.html Los Angeles Dodgers C Russell Martin started his second consecutive game at third base Friday, May 16, against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, as a result of 3B Blake DeWitt (back) being sidelined due to injury, according to the Associated Press. C Gary Bennett started the game behind the plate. Sport Snipe - MLB News From Everywhere