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Tigers 'most aggressive pursuer' of Hunter

Mark Saxon of ESPNLosAngeles.com reports that the Tigers have been the "most aggressive pursuer" of Torii Hunter and are likely to offer him a two-year deal.

Saxon also adds that the Yankees have shown "serious interest" in the outfielder, which conflicts with a previous report from CBS Sports' Danny Knobler. The Braves, Phillies, Red Sox and Dodgers also have interest. Hunter is expected to make a decision on who to sign with within the next two weeks.

Source: ESPN Los Angeles

Mon, Nov 12, 2012 01:57:00 PM

Justin Masterson whiffs 11, records win No. 7

Justin Masterson struck out a season-high 11 batters while tossing seven scoreless frames in Sunday's 6-0 win over the Mariners.

Masterson permitted just three singles, walked a pair and hit a batter. The brilliant outing comes on the heels of a shutout of the Yankees, and he has now won seven games on the year. The big right-hander is looking much more like the 2011 version and in fact has been even better to this point. He'll bring a 2.83 ERA and 1.13 WHIP into Boston next weekend.

May 19 - 4:02 PM

Ian Kinsler (ribs) could need stint on the DL

The Rangers could place Ian Kinsler (ribs) on the disabled list.

He will have to show that his sore ribs will allow him to swing a bat soon, otherwise the club will put him on the DL and call up Jurickson Profar. Kinsler was originally hurt last Tuesday when he was hit with a ball while stealing a base and aggravated the ailment Thursday while getting out of the way of a pitch.

Source: Buster Olney on Twitter

May 19 - 3:02 PM

Carlos Ruiz leaves game with hamstring strain

Carlos Ruiz left Sunday's game against the Reds with a right hamstring strain.

Ruiz hurt himself while running the bases. There's no word yet on the severity of the injury, but a trip to the disabled list would seem to be a distinct possibility. Humberto Quintero would take Ruiz's spot on the roster if a move needs to be made.

Source: David Murphy on Twitter

May 19 - 2:30 PM

Rangers could call up INF Jurickson Profar

ESPN's Buster Olney reports that Jurickson Profar is in Arlington and might be recalled.

The club has him around as insurance in case a roster move needs to be made, likely involving Ian Kinsler (ribs). Profar got off to a slow start at Triple-A Round Rock this season, but he has come alive lately and is batting .278/.370/.438 with four homers and six steals overall. If Kinsler heads to the DL, Profar would play every day.

Source: Buster Olney on Twitter

May 19 - 2:12 PM

Bryce Harper (knee) not in lineup Sunday

Bryce Harper (knee) is not in the Nationals' lineup Sunday.

Harper is still feeling banged up from last week's collision with the wall, and his knee appears to be in the worse shape of his various aches and pains. He'll try to return to the lineup on Monday.

Source: Adam Kilgore on Twitter

May 19 - 1:55 PM

Adam Dunn (back) returns to lineup Sunday

Adam Dunn (back) is back in the White Sox' lineup Sunday.

Dunn left Saturday's game with back spasms, but he's feeling a lot better a day later. The veteran is batting .421/.450/1.158 with four homers and 10 RBI over his last five games.

Source: Daryl Van Schouwen on Twitter

May 19 - 1:11 PM

LoMo to begin rehab assignment on Monday

Logan Morrison (knee) is slated to begin a rehab assignment with High-A Jupiter on Monday.

Morrison has been playing in extended spring training games lately and hasn't had any setbacks with his surgically-repaired knee. With his 20-day rehab clock started on Monday, he'll be activated no later than early June as long as he doesn't have a setback.

Source: Miami Herald

May 19 - 1:03 PM

Blue Jays vs. Yankees game postponed by rain

Sunday's game between the Blue Jays and Yankees has been postponed due to rain.

A makeup date has not been announced. The clubs will push back scheduled starters R.A. Dickey and CC Sabathia back a day.

Source: Gregor Chisholm on Twitter

May 19 - 12:41 PM

Andrew McCutchen (knee) scratched from lineup

Andrew McCutchen was scratched from the Pirates' lineup due to pain in his right knee.

It's not clear at this point how McCutchen suffered the injury or if it might cause him to miss additional games. The Pirates should offer an update on his status soon. Starling Marte will move over to center field to cover for McCutchen, while Travis Snider plays left and Garrett Jones right.

Source: Bill Brink on Twitter

May 19 - 11:50 AM

Dodgers activate Ellis from the disabled list

Dodgers activated 2B Mark Ellis from the 15-day disabled list.

Ellis had been scheduled to remain on his rehab assignment through the weekend, but the Dodgers decided to bring him back early since Luis Cruz (elbow) is banged up. The second baseman is hitting second on Sunday afternoon against the Braves' Mike Minor.

May 19 - 11:47 AM

McDonald to begin rehab assignment May 27

James McDonald (shoulder) will begin a rehab assignment with Double-A Altoona on May 27.

That's assuming he gets through bullpen sessions on Tuesday and Friday with no issues. McDonald is slated to go four innings and/or throw 65 pitches for Altoona, so he'll need at least one additional rehab start before being activated. He's not a given to rejoin the rotation once healthy.

Source: Bill Brink on Twitter

May 19 - 11:33 AM