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Fujikawa not focused on displacing Marmol

Kyuji Fujikawa said Saturday that he isn't focused on replacing Carlos Marmol as Cubs' closer.

"My job is to get outs and as I do that, I’ll try to make it a tougher decision for the coaches to make," said Fujikawa. Marmol is expected to open the season as the closer, but given his past struggles and the Cubs' efforts to deal him over the winter, his leash will be extra short. Fujikawa has been one of the dominant closers in Japan for the past few years, so we expect he'll get a shot at some point in 2013.
Source: MLBlogs.com
Feb 9 - 4:11 PM
Utley (oblique) begins rehab stint Wednesday

Chase Utley (oblique) will begin a minor league rehab assignment Wednesday with Double-A Reading.

Utley figures to play at least a couple of games, but he could rejoin the Phillies this weekend if all goes well. The veteran second baseman has been sidelined since May 20 with a right oblique strain.
Source: Todd Zolecki on Twitter
Jun 19 - 10:01 AM
Ryan Vogelsong has pins removed from hand

Ryan Vogelsong had all five pins removed from his surgically-repaired right hand on Tuesday.

That's good news for Vogelsong, who originally expected to only have two or three pins removed. He'll now have the ability to perform more mobility and flexibility exercises, some of them earlier than expected. As of now, the Giants are hoping to get Vogelsong back near the end of July.
Source: Giants.mlb.com
Jun 19 - 8:45 AM
Brandon Crawford (fingers) could return Thu.

Brandon Crawford (fingers) is expected to miss Wednesday's game.

Crawford sprained the index and middle fingers on his right hand during Tuesday's win over the Padres. His fingers were swollen and he couldn't grip a ball, but it sounds like there's a chance he could return Thursday. Consider him day-to-day for the time being.
Source: Amy Gutierrez on Twitter
Jun 19 - 8:42 AM
Everth Cabrera (hamstring) headed to DL

Everth Cabrera (hamstring) is expected to be placed on the disabled list Wednesday.

Cabrera injured his left hamstring during Sunday's game and will now receive some extended rest. It's too bad, as the 26-year-old is in the midst of a breakout season. Alexi Amarista and Pedro Ciriaco figure to split playing time at shortstop during his absence.
Source: Corey Brock on Twitter
Jun 19 - 8:34 AM
Mauer collects three hits, Twins top Sox 7-5

Joe Mauer went 3-for-5 with a home run in the Twins' 7-5 victory over the White Sox on Tuesday.

Mauer hit a two-run homer in the first inning and later doubled off White Sox starter Dylan Axelrod, falling a triple short of the cycle. The two RBI gave him 23 on the season to go with a .327/.412/.492 line. And the homer was his seventh, giving him a fair chance to eclipse his total of 10 in 2012. If he finishes with his current slugging percentage it would actually be his third-highest all-time among full seasons.
Jun 19 - 12:41 AM
Moss homers, scores twice as A's beat Rangers

Brandon Moss went 2-for-4 with a home run and two runs scored as the A's beat the Rangers 6-2 on Tuesday.

Moss has homers in two of his last three games and 13 on the year. The first baseman also tripled in the game, his third already this season. Moss likely won't replicate the .291 batting average he finished with in 2012, but he is well on his way to another 20-homer season.
Jun 19 - 12:22 AM
Brandon Crawford leaves with sprained fingers

Brandon Crawford left Tuesday's game against the Padres with sprains of his index and middle fingers on his right hand.

Crawford suffered the ailment during a stolen base attempt in the second inning. It's not clear at this point how serious it is. The Giants should have an update on his status after the game.
Source: Chris Haft on Twitter
Jun 18 - 11:54 PM
Lee dominates Nationals in 4-2 Phillies win

Cliff Lee held the Nationals to two runs over eight innings in the Phillies' 4-2 win on Tuesday.

It was classic Lee, as he allowed two solo home runs but just five hits total on the evening. He also had nine strikeouts and no walks for the night, moving him to a 98:17 K:BB ratio on the year. The left-hander's name has been mentioned in trade rumors of late, but wherever he pitches he'll continue to be one of the best starters in the game. His next start will come Monday in San Diego.
Jun 18 - 11:52 PM
Matt Dominguez belts grand slam Tuesday

Matt Dominguez smacked a grand slam in Tuesday's win over the Brewers.

Dominguez lofted a Tom Gorzelanny pitch high into the air and ultimately into the Crawford Boxes in the seventh inning. He also added a single and a sacrifice fly. Dominguez is batting only .236 this season, but he now has 10 homers and 40 RBI, numbers much better than expected from the slick fielder.
Jun 18 - 11:49 PM
Mets acquire Eric Young Jr. from Rockies

Mets acquired OF Eric Young Jr. from the Rockies in exchange for RHP Collin McHugh.

Young is batting just .242/.290/.352 this season, but he's a good fit for the outfielder-needy Mets. The speedster should receive a good amount of playing time in the outfield and makes for a nice cheap speed pick-up in deeper formats.
Jun 18 - 11:30 PM
Marte sparks Pirates offense in win over Reds

Starling Marte went 2-for-5 with a triple and a run scored as the Pirates beat the Reds 4-0 on Tuesday.

Marte was the catalyst of the Pirates offense on Tuesday. The triple led off the game and was the Pirates' only extra-base hit of the night. He later scored before singling in a run of his own in the seventh inning. Marte also stole a base in the game, his 21st of the season.
Jun 18 - 11:25 PM


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