The Seattle Times: Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/index.html en-us Copyright 2013 The Seattle Times Company Thu, 13 Jun 2013 23:02:32 PDT Thu, 13 Jun 2013 23:02:32 PDT MattBase 1 The Seattle Times: Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/art/ui/stlogo_231.gif http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/ Red Sox lose to Orioles 5-4 in 13 innings http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021185148_apbbaredsox.html?syndication=rss The Boston Red Sox went 13 innings without drawing a walk and didn't get a hit after the seventh. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021185148_apbbaredsox.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 22:22:09 PDT Listen to The Geoff Baker Show from earlier tonight http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/13/listen-to-the-geoff-baker-show-from-earlier-tonight/?syndication=rss Many thanks to those of you of phoned in to tonight’s edition of The Geoff Baker Show on Sports Radio KJR. We had so many callers that I was worried we wouldn’t get to all of you, but thanks to those who hung in there — some as long as a half-hour. Clearly, many fans Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/13/listen-to-the-geoff-baker-show-from-earlier-tonight/?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 22:01:15 PDT Carlos Peguero hits two homers in Rainiers’ 11-0 win over Las Vegas http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021185113_rainiers14xml.html?syndication=rss Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021185113_rainiers14xml.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:52:25 PDT Davis, Orioles outlast Red Sox 5-4 in 13 innings http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184930_apbbaredsoxorioles.html?syndication=rss On a night when the Baltimore Orioles had all sorts of problems with runners on base, Chris Davis finally delivered the pivotal hit. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184930_apbbaredsoxorioles.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:50:10 PDT Twins fail to sweep Phillies as bullpen falters http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021185081_apbbotwins.html?syndication=rss Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire felt good about his club's chances of sweeping the Philadelphia Phillies when he sent reliever Jared Burton to the mound with a one-run lead in the eighth inning. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021185081_apbbotwins.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:38:10 PDT Mariners have few options besides Tom Wilhelmsen http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021184811_stone14xml.html?syndication=rss Wilhelmsen’s recent spate of breakdowns – four blown saves since May 20, and a 14.85 earned-run-average over his last eight outings – is the latest crisis to infiltrate this troubled Mariners season. Larry Stone http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021184811_stone14xml.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:31:48 PDT Cardinals’ Adam Wainwright first to 10 wins after stifling Mets Baseball notebook http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021184968_basenotes14xml.html?syndication=rss Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021184968_basenotes14xml.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:15:12 PDT Rangers waste another good outing by Darvish http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184960_apbbarangers.html?syndication=rss Yu Darvish keeps giving the Texas Rangers solid starts. With no help from the offense, the ace's efforts have been wasted. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184960_apbbarangers.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:11:08 PDT Encarcion lifts Blue Jays to 3-1 win over Rangers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184850_apbbabluejaysrangers.html?syndication=rss Esmil Rogers is turning into quite a starter for the Toronto Blue Jays. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184850_apbbabluejaysrangers.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:02:09 PDT Hellickson has 1 bad inning, Rays lose to Royals http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184934_apbbarays.html?syndication=rss Jeremy Hellickson's recent surge came to a sudden stop with one bad inning. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184934_apbbarays.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:01:10 PDT Yankees miss chances, lose to A's in 18 innings http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184848_apbbayankees.html?syndication=rss Mariano Rivera had warmed up several times already before finally entering to a standing ovation for his likely Oakland Coliseum farewell. In the 18th inning, 5 1/2 hours after first pitch, the potential winning run aboard and just about everybody eager to call it a day. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184848_apbbayankees.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 22:46:05 PDT Harvey loses for 1st time this year, 2-1 to Cards http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184615_apbbnmets.html?syndication=rss Matt Harvey is beginning to know how Tom Seaver felt. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184615_apbbnmets.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 22:46:05 PDT Morton OK in return as Pirates fall to Giants 10-0 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184890_apbbnpirates.html?syndication=rss Charlie Morton didn't view his return to the majors after undergoing Tommy John surgery as a make or break proposition. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184890_apbbnpirates.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 22:31:04 PDT Lee helps Phillies beat Twins, snap 5-game skid http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184865_apbbophilliestwins.html?syndication=rss Cliff Lee allowed two runs in seven strong innings, Ben Revere had four hits and scored the go-ahead run, and the Philadelphia Phillies rallied to beat the Minnesota Twins 3-2 on Thursday night and snap a five-game losing streak. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184865_apbbophilliestwins.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 22:31:04 PDT KC's Elliot Johnson has 3-run homer against Rays http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184830_apbbaroyalsrays.html?syndication=rss Elliot Johnson had a three three-run homer for his second hit of an eight-run sixth inning Thursday night, leading the surging Kansas City Royals to a 10-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184830_apbbaroyalsrays.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:46:04 PDT Giants spoil Morton's return, pound Pirates 10-0 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184828_apbbngiantspirates.html?syndication=rss Matt Cain allowed two hits over 6 2-3 innings and the San Francisco Giants pounded the Pittsburgh Pirates 10-0 on Thursday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184828_apbbngiantspirates.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:46:04 PDT Freiman's 18th-inning single lifts A's over Yanks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184757_apbbayankeesathletics.html?syndication=rss Maybe a game-winning, broken-bat hit against baseball's career saves leader in the 18th inning will get Nate Freiman in a nice groove again. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184757_apbbayankeesathletics.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:46:04 PDT Reds' Wrigley run ends at 12 with 14-inning loss http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184765_apbbnreds.html?syndication=rss The Cincinnati Reds couldn't get one more scoreless inning from their bullpen, and it cost them their record winning streak at Wrigley Field. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184765_apbbnreds.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 20:46:03 PDT Mets nix idea for racy dating site to elect Wright http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184694_apbbnmetsnixedallstarcampaign.html?syndication=rss The New York Mets are willing to do most anything to get David Wright elected to the All-Star team. Well, almost anything. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184694_apbbnmetsnixedallstarcampaign.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 20:16:05 PDT Injuries further dampen Rockies' loss to Nationals http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184734_apbbnrockies.html?syndication=rss Two balks, a pair of scary moments and an injury that could have a big impact on the Colorado Rockies' surprising season. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184734_apbbnrockies.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 20:01:07 PDT Cubs win 6-5 in 14 to end Reds' streak at Wrigley http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184652_apbbnredscubs.html?syndication=rss Pinch-hitter Julio Borbon singled home the winning run with two outs in the 14th inning and the Chicago Cubs beat Cincinnati 6-5 on Thursday to end the Reds' record 12-game winning streak at Wrigley Field. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184652_apbbnredscubs.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 19:46:05 PDT Wainwright leads Cards over Mets and Harvey 2-1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021180980_apbbncardinalsmets.html?syndication=rss Adam Wainwright used to be a creature of routine leading up to each start. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021180980_apbbncardinalsmets.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 18:46:04 PDT Jeter medically cleared for baseball activities http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184591_apbbayankeesjetercleared.html?syndication=rss New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter has been medically cleared to resume full baseball activities and running on his surgically repaired left ankle. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184591_apbbayankeesjetercleared.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 18:01:04 PDT Zimmerman homers, Nationals beat depleted Rockies http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184547_apbbnnationalsrockies.html?syndication=rss Ryan Zimmerman homered, doubled and drove in three runs, Ian Desmond got four hits and the Washington Nationals beat the depleted Colorado Rockies 5-4 on Thursday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021184547_apbbnnationalsrockies.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:46:05 PDT Join me tonight on Sports Radio KJR for 90 minutes of Mariners talk http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/13/join-me-tonight-on-sports-radio-kjr-for-90-minutes-of-mariners-talk/?syndication=rss We’ll be doing a broadcast of The Geoff Baker Show tonight at 6:30 p.m. PT on Sports Radio KJR and it promises to be a real humdinger of a 90-minute segment filled with your calls and my look at what’s going on with this underachieving team. No topic will be off-limits. We’ll look Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/13/join-me-tonight-on-sports-radio-kjr-for-90-minutes-of-mariners-talk/?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:31:05 PDT Mariners minor-league report, and first-hand appraisal of Dustin Ackley's debut in LF from teammate Brad Miller http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/06/13/mariners-minor-league-report-and-first-hand-appraisal-of-dustin-ackleys-debut-in-lf-from-teammate-brad-miller/?syndication=rss Here is today’s Mariners’ minor-league report. The big story yesterday, of course, was the Mariners’ decision to move Dustin Ackley to left field, which I wrote about here and here. There are a lot of layers to this decision, obviously, but before we get ahead of ourselves, I&rsquo The Hot Stone League http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/06/13/mariners-minor-league-report-and-first-hand-appraisal-of-dustin-ackleys-debut-in-lf-from-teammate-brad-miller/?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:16:04 PDT The Mariners' gloomy parade of short-lived heroes http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/06/13/the-mariners-parade-of-short-lived-heroes/?syndication=rss Last night should have been celebrated as Nick Franklin’s “coming of age” moment. With the game (seemingly) on the line in the eighth inning — two outs, runner on second, scoreless tie — Franklin sized up a 1-1 pitch from lefty Travis Blackley, took a nice, compact swin The Hot Stone League http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/06/13/the-mariners-parade-of-short-lived-heroes/?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 16:01:04 PDT Why are Mariners taking so long to call up Big 3 pitchers? http://blogs.seattletimes.com/take2/2013/06/13/why-are-mariners-taking-so-long-to-call-up-big-3-pitchers/?syndication=rss By Jux Berg Talk to a Mariners fan, and you’ll hear a lot of this: I’m fed up, I don’t care anymore, they won’t be good until we get some new people in charge. Tell the fan there are top-rated prospects on the way, and you’ll hear: Oh, really? More guys like Justin Smoa Take 2 http://blogs.seattletimes.com/take2/2013/06/13/why-are-mariners-taking-so-long-to-call-up-big-3-pitchers/?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 15:16:04 PDT Mariners rolling dice with injuries, coming up snake-eyes and snakebit http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/13/mariners-rolling-dice-with-injuries-coming-up-snake-eyes-and-snakebit/?syndication=rss Lost in all the turmoil of another Tom Wilhelmsen blown save last night was the real reason the Mariners dropped a game they could not afford to lose. The Mariners made a pre-game dice roll on the injury front and nearly got away with it, too. They sat both Kendrys Morales and Michael Morse, hoping Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/13/mariners-rolling-dice-with-injuries-coming-up-snake-eyes-and-snakebit/?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:46:07 PDT Diamondbacks beat Dodgers 8-6 in 12 innings http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021180388_apbbndiamondbacksdodgers.html?syndication=rss Put the Arizona Diamondbacks in Dodger Stadium, throw in extra innings, and they're tough to beat. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021180388_apbbndiamondbacksdodgers.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 11:31:04 PDT Giants manager Bochy, reliever Kontos suspended http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021180227_apbbngiantssuspensions.html?syndication=rss San Francisco Giants manager Bruce Bochy and reliever George Kontos have been suspended after Kontos threw at Pittsburgh Pirates star Andrew McCutchen on Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021180227_apbbngiantssuspensions.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 09:16:06 PDT Dodgers' bullpen collapses in 8-6 loss to D-backs http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176620_apbbndodgers.html?syndication=rss The Dodgers keep playing the first-place Arizona Diamondbacks close, only to lose. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176620_apbbndodgers.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 03:01:05 PDT Feel-good night turns ugly in ninth for Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/13/feel-good-night-turns-ugly-in-ninth-for-mariners/?syndication=rss Lots of good things were happening for the Mariners tonight. Jeremy Bonderman pitched out of his mind — eight shutout innings, allowing just three hits. Yeah, it’s the Astros, but put it together with six strong innings against the Yankees, and Bonderman has given up just one run on six Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/13/feel-good-night-turns-ugly-in-ninth-for-mariners/?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 02:16:05 PDT Diamondbacks beat Dodgers 8-6 in 12 innings http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176571_apbbndiamondbacksdodgers.html?syndication=rss Martin Prado had two RBIs, including a run-scoring double during a four-run 12th inning, to help the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 8-6 on Wednesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176571_apbbndiamondbacksdodgers.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 02:01:05 PDT Mariners can’t hold lead in ninth inning, falter in sweep attempt http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021176486_mariners13xml.html?syndication=rss Catcher Mike Zunino makes his major-league debut and collects a single but Seattle blows a 1-0 lead in the final frame. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021176486_mariners13xml.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 22:58:54 PDT Yankees' offense struggles in 5-2 loss to A's http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176567_apbbayankees.html?syndication=rss The New York Yankees miss the long ball. They miss consistent singles and those timely hits with runners in scoring position. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176567_apbbayankees.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 01:31:07 PDT 2014 MLB opener in Australia: Dodgers-Diamondbacks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176143_apbboaustralia2014mlbopener.html?syndication=rss The Los Angeles Dodgers and Arizona Diamondbacks will bring their thunder Down Under. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176143_apbboaustralia2014mlbopener.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 01:16:04 PDT Romero powers Rainiers past Las Vegas, 12-5 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021176535_rainiers13xml.html?syndication=rss Stefen Romero went 4 for 5 with two home runs, a double and four runs batted in, leading Tacoma to a 12-5 Pacific Coast League victory. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021176535_rainiers13xml.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 01:01:04 PDT Moss has 2 HRs, Straily pitches A's past Yanks 5-2 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176520_apbbayankeesathletics.html?syndication=rss Brandon Moss hit a two-run homer and a solo shot for his third career two-homer game, and the Oakland Athletics beat the New York Yankees 5-2 on Wednesday night to win their 10th straight home game. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176520_apbbayankeesathletics.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:46:16 PDT Astros ninth inning rally sink M's http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176503_apbbaastrosmariners.html?syndication=rss The Houston Astros rallied to score six runs off closer Tom Wilhelmsen in the ninth inning and beat the Seattle Mariners 6-1 on Wednesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176503_apbbaastrosmariners.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:31:04 PDT Scuffling Rangers drop another 5-2 game to Indians http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176414_apbbarangers.html?syndication=rss This is not how the Texas Rangers wanted to start their longest homestand of the season. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176414_apbbarangers.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 23:46:07 PDT Phillies drop 5th in row, fall 4-3 to Twins http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176411_apbbophillies.html?syndication=rss Charlie Manuel was on edge before the game, bristling at a question about whether Ryan Howard would be moved out of the cleanup spot and expressing an overall concern about his sputtering team. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176411_apbbophillies.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 23:46:06 PDT Dustin Ackley moves to the outfield | Mariners notebook http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021176406_marinersnotes13xml.html?syndication=rss Ackley has revitalized his offense since his demotion to Tacoma, hitting .429 in 13 games before Wednesday. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021176406_marinersnotes13xml.html?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 01:31:06 PDT Miller stung in 1st inning of Cards' loss to Mets http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176383_apbbncardinals.html?syndication=rss Shelby Miller can do without the first inning. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176383_apbbncardinals.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 23:31:06 PDT Ohlendorf's Washington debut a winning one http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176365_apbbnnationalsrockies.html?syndication=rss Ross Ohlendorf pitched six strong innings in his Washington debut, Ian Desmond drove in three runs and the Nationals beat the Colorado Rockies 5-1 Wednesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176365_apbbnnationalsrockies.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 23:16:08 PDT Aceves, Nava key Red Sox win over Rays http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176368_apbbarays.html?syndication=rss Chris Archer made one mistake and the Rays never could recover. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176368_apbbarays.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 23:16:08 PDT Kipnis, Indians win 5-2 at Texas to take series http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176290_apbbaindiansrangers.html?syndication=rss Jason Kipnis had a home run among his three hits and the Cleveland Indians got a series-clinching 5-2 victory over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176290_apbbaindiansrangers.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 23:01:05 PDT Twins rally for 4-3 win, Phillies' 5th loss in row http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176297_apbbophilliestwins.html?syndication=rss Clete Thomas had a career-high four hits for Minnesota and came home on a wild pitch for the go-ahead run in the eighth inning, giving the Twins a 4-3 victory over Philadelphia to stick the Phillies with their fifth straight loss. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176297_apbbophilliestwins.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 22:46:07 PDT Dodgers still mad after brawl with Diamondbacks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176127_apbbnballparkbrawl.html?syndication=rss The Dodgers remained upset Wednesday about their brawl with the Arizona Diamondbacks, and much of their ire was directed toward pitcher Ian Kennedy. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176127_apbbnballparkbrawl.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 22:16:03 PDT Rockies sign No. 3 draft pick, RHP Jonathan Gray http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176119_apbbnrockiesgraysigns.html?syndication=rss The Colorado Rockies signed pitcher Jonathan Gray on Wednesday and then put up their top draft pick in a luxury suite to watch a game at Coors Field. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176119_apbbnrockiesgraysigns.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 22:01:04 PDT Reds win record 12th straight at Wrigley Field / Baseball Notebook http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021176255_base13xml.html?syndication=rss Cincinnati beat the Cubs 2-1, extending the Reds’ record winning streak at Wrigley Field to 12 games. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021176255_base13xml.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 22:01:06 PDT Marte sparks Pirates by Zito, Giants 12-8 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176229_apbbngiantspirates.html?syndication=rss Starling Marte had a career-high four hits and scored four times and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the San Francisco Giants 12-8 on Wednesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176229_apbbngiantspirates.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 21:46:06 PDT Aceves, Nava key Red Sox win over Rays http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176239_apbbaredsoxrays.html?syndication=rss Alfredo Aceves threw six solid innings, Daniel Nava homered and the AL East-leading Boston Red Sox beat the Tampa Bay Rays 2-1 on Wednesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176239_apbbaredsoxrays.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 21:46:06 PDT Dillon Gee shuts down Cardinals as Mets win 5-1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176166_apbbncardinalsmets.html?syndication=rss Dillon Gee had his third straight stellar start, Lucas Duda hit one of three Mets homers and New York scored the most runs allowed by Shelby Miller in his young career for a 5-1 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176166_apbbncardinalsmets.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 21:16:07 PDT Game thread, Mariners vs. Astros, June 12 http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/12/game-thread-mariners-vs-astros-june-12/?syndication=rss ASTROS NINTH: Disastrous inning as Astros scored six, send 12 men to plate. Five of them charged to Wilhelmsen. No time to go into details, but it was as bad as it sounds. 6-1 Astros MARINERS EIGHTH: Two-out RBI single by Nick Franklin to right scores Endy Chavez from second. Wilhelmsen coming in to Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/12/game-thread-mariners-vs-astros-june-12/?syndication=rss Thu, 13 Jun 2013 01:16:04 PDT Brewers too much for Marlins 10-1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176150_apbbnbrewersmarlins.html?syndication=rss Carlos Gomez had four hits, including two triples, and Jonathan Lucroy drove in four runs to lead the Milwaukee Brewers to a 10-1 win over the Miami Marlins on Wednesday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176150_apbbnbrewersmarlins.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 21:01:07 PDT Wrapping up a busy pre-game at Safeco -- Ackley, Peterson, Zunino http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/12/wrapping-up-a-busy-pre-game-at-safeco-ackley-peterson-zunino/?syndication=rss As posted earlier, Dustin Ackley is starting in center field for Tacoma tonight. As also posted earlier, first-round pick D.J. Peterson has agreed to terms and will start his pro career with Everett of the Northwest League, which begins play on Friday. And last year’s No. 1 pick, Mike Zunino, Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/12/wrapping-up-a-busy-pre-game-at-safeco-ackley-peterson-zunino/?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 20:46:06 PDT Dodgers' Puig scratched with strained shoulder http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176106_apbbndodgerspuigscratched.html?syndication=rss Rookie Yasiel Puig has been scratched from the starting lineup for the Los Angeles Dodgers' game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176106_apbbndodgerspuigscratched.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 20:01:08 PDT Braves outhit Padres but lose all 3 games http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176104_apbbnbraves.html?syndication=rss The Atlanta Braves did everything they could against the San Diego Padres in a three-game series, except win. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176104_apbbnbraves.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 20:01:08 PDT Ackley starting in left field tonight for Tacoma http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/12/ackley-starting-in-left-field-tonight-for-tacoma/?syndication=rss You sensed it might be coming, and now it’s happened. As tweeted by Mike Curto, the Tacoma announcer, Dustin Ackley is starting in left field tonight for the Rainiers. Just talked to Jack Zduriencik, and he said that Ackley began working out in the outfield yesterday — center as well as Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/12/ackley-starting-in-left-field-tonight-for-tacoma/?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 19:31:05 PDT First-round pick DJ Peterson agrees to terms http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/06/12/first-round-pick-dj-peterson-agrees-to-terms/?syndication=rss There’s no announcement yet, but I’ve confirmed from sources that DJ Peterson, the Mariners’ first-round pick, has agreed to terms. Jim Callis of Baseball America, who is the authority on these matters, tweeted recently that his bonus is $2,759,100. That happens to be exactly the s The Hot Stone League http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/06/12/first-round-pick-dj-peterson-agrees-to-terms/?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 23:13:48 PDT Valverde loses lead for Verlander, KC tops Tigers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176020_apbbatigers.html?syndication=rss Justin Verlander did his part, shutting down the Kansas City Royals. Once he left, the Detroit Tigers ran into trouble. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021176020_apbbatigers.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 18:46:04 PDT Blue Jays-White Sox postponed, storms in forecast http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021175947_apbbabluejayswhitesoxppd.html?syndication=rss The game between the Toronto Blue Jays and Toronto Blue Jays scheduled for Wednesday night was postponed because storms were in the forecast. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021175947_apbbabluejayswhitesoxppd.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 18:16:06 PDT Volquez bounces back from bad start to beat Braves http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021175871_apbbnbravespadres.html?syndication=rss Edinson Volquez struck out a season-high nine in seven innings as he rebounded from the worst start of his career and led the San Diego Padres to a 5-3 victory over the NL East-leading Atlanta Braves on Wednesday and a three-game sweep. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021175871_apbbnbravespadres.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 18:01:05 PDT Cubs can't come up big behind another strong start http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021175875_apbbncubs.html?syndication=rss The Chicago Cubs got another strong outing from a starting pitcher. They wasted it again. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021175875_apbbncubs.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 17:46:04 PDT Cain HR, Hosmer single lead Royals over Tigers 3-2 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021175726_apbbatigersroyals.html?syndication=rss Lorenzo Cain hit a tying, two-run homer off Jose Valverde with two outs in the ninth inning and Eric Hosmer had a winning single in the 10th, helping the Kansas City Royals overcome Justin Verlander's seven scoreless innings Wednesday in a 3-2 victory over the Detroit Tigers. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021175726_apbbatigersroyals.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 17:16:04 PDT Zunino gets first start tonight against Astros http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/12/zunino-gets-first-start-tonight-against-astros/?syndication=rss Here’s tonight’s Mariners lineup: As you can see, Mike Zunino gets the start and will make his major-league debut behind the plate, hitting sixth. There should be a comfort zone for him catching Jeremy Bonderman. The two were teammates most of the year in Tacoma. Kendrys Morales, scratch Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/12/zunino-gets-first-start-tonight-against-astros/?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 17:16:04 PDT Strop hit hard in Orioles' 9-5 loss to Angels http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021175631_apbbaorioles.html?syndication=rss The perplexing struggle of Pedro Strop goes on, the Baltimore Orioles can only hope the problem will soon be corrected. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021175631_apbbaorioles.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 16:31:05 PDT Reds win record 12th straight at Wrigley, 2-1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021175619_apbbnredscubs.html?syndication=rss Mike Leake combined with Aroldis Chapman on a three-hitter and Todd Frazier hit a tiebreaking home run in the seventh inning against Travis Wood, leading the Cincinnati Reds over the Chicago Cubs 2-1 Wednesday for their record 12th straight win at Wrigley Field. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021175619_apbbnredscubs.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 16:31:05 PDT Brad Miller looks to be on the Kyle Seager path http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/06/12/brad-miller-looks-to-be-on-the-kyle-seager-path/?syndication=rss Here’s what Jack Zduriencik told me in spring training about Brad Miller, a young shortstop who made a very strong impression in his first major-league camp (and whom you can read about in today’s Mariner minor-league report): “Brad’s a guy with a good swing. I don’t li The Hot Stone League http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/06/12/brad-miller-looks-to-be-on-the-kyle-seager-path/?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 23:23:02 PDT Angels beat Orioles 9-5 to end 4-game skid http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021172390_apbbaangelsorioles.html?syndication=rss Erick Aybar hit a bases-loaded triple and Albert Pujols homered during a six-run seventh inning, helping the Los Angeles Angels beat the Baltimore Orioles 9-5 Wednesday to stop a four-game losing streak. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021172390_apbbaangelsorioles.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 15:16:08 PDT Notion that Zunino call-up was to save Mariners' jobs is far-fetched http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/12/notion-that-zunino-call-up-was-to-save-mariners-jobs-is-far-fetched/?syndication=rss Quite the firestorm erupted yesterday when the Mariners called up top catching prospect Mike Zunino from Class AAA. Those who work in the blossoming internet cottage industry of so-called “prospect evaluation” were largely up in arms over the move, saying it was done too quickly. In fact Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/12/notion-that-zunino-call-up-was-to-save-mariners-jobs-is-far-fetched/?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 23:15:21 PDT Fla. judge refuses to dismiss MLB drug lawsuit http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021171566_apbbomlbdruginvestigation.html?syndication=rss A judge has refused for a second time to dismiss a lawsuit filed by Major League Baseball against a South Florida clinic and its operators over allegations they provided banned substances to players. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021171566_apbbomlbdruginvestigation.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 11:16:05 PDT Japan baseball under fire for switching balls http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168269_apbbojapannewbaseballs.html?syndication=rss Japanese baseball league officials are being criticized for introducing a new ball this season without notifying players. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168269_apbbojapannewbaseballs.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 06:01:05 PDT Fight night: D-backs lose to Dodgers 5-3 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168189_apbbndiamondbacks.html?syndication=rss After each starting pitcher hit an opposing batter without incident, things figured to return to normal between the Diamondbacks and Dodgers. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168189_apbbndiamondbacks.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 02:46:04 PDT Dodgers beat D-backs 5-3 in brawl-filled game http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168047_apbbndiamondbacksdodgers.html?syndication=rss The Dodgers took it personally when Arizona's Ian Kennedy hit their star rookie Yasiel Puig in the face with a pitch. Then they really got mad when Kennedy hit starter Zack Greinke with another high pitch. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168047_apbbndiamondbacksdodgers.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 02:16:05 PDT Six ejected after Dodgers-Diamondbacks brawl http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167954_basenotes12xml.html?syndication=rss A pair of hit batters by Arizona pitcher Ian Kennedy produced a dugout-emptying brawl that resulted in six ejections. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167954_basenotes12xml.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 02:01:05 PDT Cashner, Headley lead Padres over Braves, 3-2 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168148_apbbnbraves.html?syndication=rss Tim Hudson soon may need a new nickname - "Tough Luck" Tim. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168148_apbbnbraves.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 01:46:04 PDT Sabathia struggles as Yankees lose 6-4 to A's http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168146_apbbayankees.html?syndication=rss As soon as Coco Crisp sent the second pitch of the game from CC Sabathia over the left-field wall it was clear the New York Yankees' ace didn't have his best stuff. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168146_apbbayankees.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 01:46:04 PDT Guess who's tied for the MLB lead in shutouts? http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/11/guess-whos-tied-for-the-mlb-lead-in-shutouts/?syndication=rss If you’d have guessed that the shutout leaders in major-league baseball on June 11, all with two, would be Justin Masterson, Bartolo Colon, Adam Wainwright and…Aaron Harang, well, you’d be a genius. Felix Hernandez doesn’t have a complete-game shutout since his perfect game Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/11/guess-whos-tied-for-the-mlb-lead-in-shutouts/?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 01:46:04 PDT Harang bounces back with brilliant, two-hit shutout http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021167951_mariners12xml.html?syndication=rss Aaron Harang bounced back from a poor start in his previous outing to match his career-best performance. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021167951_mariners12xml.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 19:11:56 PDT Royals streak ends at 6 after 3-2 loss to Tigers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168115_apbbaroyals.html?syndication=rss Billy Butler wasn't happy about being ejected in the ninth inning with the game on the line. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168115_apbbaroyals.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 01:16:05 PDT Las Vegas rallies with four in ninth to stun Tacoma, 8-6 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021168103_rainiers12xml.html?syndication=rss Zach Lutz hit a two-out, three-run homer in the ninth inning to give Las Vegas an 8-6 Pacific Coast League win over the Tacoma Rainiers Tuesday night. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021168103_rainiers12xml.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 01:01:05 PDT Garza impressed by Reds power display in 13-2 loss http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168095_apbbncubs.html?syndication=rss Even Chicago Cubs pitcher Matt Garza was impressed by the Cincinnati Reds' display of power. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168095_apbbncubs.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 01:01:04 PDT Paul, Votto hit HRs to help Reds rout Cubs, 12-2 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021164397_apbbnredscubs.html?syndication=rss Dusty Baker doesn't follow the records. He is keeping count as the Reds keep piling up wins at Wrigley Field. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021164397_apbbnredscubs.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:46:16 PDT Giants get 1st look at Cole in 8-2 loss to Pirates http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168067_apbbngiants.html?syndication=rss Having won the World Series two of the last three seasons, the San Francisco Giants have rarely been an afterthought. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168067_apbbngiants.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:46:17 PDT Haren struggles as Nationals fall to Rockies, 8-3 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168045_apbbnnationals.html?syndication=rss Dan Haren was nearly unhittable for four innings. In the fifth, everything changed for the struggling right-hander. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168045_apbbnnationals.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:31:06 PDT Cashner, Headley lead Padres over Braves, 3-2 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167968_apbbnbravespadres.html?syndication=rss Andrew Cashner outdueled Tim Hudson, Chase Headley homered and the San Diego Padres beat the Atlanta Braves for the second straight game, 3-2 Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167968_apbbnbravespadres.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:31:05 PDT Norris, Colon lead Athletics past Yankees 6-4 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168030_apbbayankeesathletics.html?syndication=rss Derek Norris homered and drove in four runs and Bartolo Colon pitched six scoreless innings to lead the Oakland Athletics to a 6-4 victory over the New York Yankees on Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168030_apbbayankeesathletics.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:31:05 PDT Miscues do in White Sox in 7-5 loss to Blue Jays http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168029_apbbawhitesox.html?syndication=rss The Chicago White Sox paid for their mistakes. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168029_apbbawhitesox.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:16:05 PDT Arizona's Kennedy ejected for throwing at batter http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168017_apbbndodgerspuighit.html?syndication=rss Arizona starting pitcher Ian Kennedy hit Los Angeles starter Zack Greinke with a pitch in the seventh inning Tuesday night, a retaliation throw that caused a prolonged bench-clearing brawl that resulted in the ejection of five players and coaches. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021168017_apbbndodgerspuighit.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:16:05 PDT Mariners' Harang allows 2 hits in win over Astros http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167914_apbbaastrosmariners.html?syndication=rss Aaron Harang pitched a two-hitter for his second shoutout of the season, leading the Seattle Mariners to a 4-0 victory over the Houston Astros on Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167914_apbbaastrosmariners.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:01:04 PDT Rangers loss 5-2 to Indians, who snap 8-game skid http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167892_apbbarangers.html?syndication=rss Texas left-hander Derek Holland needed only 11 pitches to strike out the first three batters of the game. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167892_apbbarangers.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 23:31:05 PDT Catcher Mike Zunino called up by Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021167865_marinersnotes12xml.html?syndication=rss With an increasing need for catching help on the major-league roster, the Mariners called up the 22-year-old Zunino from Tacoma. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021167865_marinersnotes12xml.html?syndication=rss Wed, 12 Jun 2013 12:52:02 PDT Chacin ends winless drought in Rockies victory http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167847_apbbnnationalsrockies.html?syndication=rss Jhoulys Chacin won for the first time since April, Tyler Colvin homered twice and drove in four runs, and the Colorado Rockies beat the Washington Nationals 8-3 on Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167847_apbbnnationalsrockies.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 23:16:05 PDT Bautista, Blue Jays beat White Sox 7-5 in 10 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167787_apbbabluejayswhitesox.html?syndication=rss Jose Bautista hit a game-tying home run in the ninth inning and Rajai Davis scored on a wild pitch in the 10th to lead the Toronto Blue Jays to a 7-5 win over the Chicago White Sox at a dimmed U.S. Cellular Field on Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167787_apbbabluejayswhitesox.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 23:16:05 PDT Lester allows 3 homers, Red Sox lose to Rays http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167848_apbbaredsox.html?syndication=rss Jon Lester repeatedly used the word `terrible' to describe his latest start. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167848_apbbaredsox.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 23:16:05 PDT Gerrit Cole has impressive debut for Pirates http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167599_apbbngiantspirates.html?syndication=rss Gerrit Cole wasn't feeling nervous in the hours leading up to his major league debut. And that made him nervous. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167599_apbbngiantspirates.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 23:01:05 PDT Scherzer wins 9th in a row, Tigers beat Royals http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167750_apbbatigersroyals.html?syndication=rss Max Scherzer won his ninth straight decision, and the Detroit Tigers beat Kansas City 3-2 to snap the Royals' six-game winning streak on Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167750_apbbatigersroyals.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 23:01:05 PDT Stanton homers, gives Marlins win over Brewers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167708_apbbnbrewers.html?syndication=rss Milwaukee's Jim Henderson wishes he could have one pitch back Tuesday night: The one he threw to Giancarlo Stanton. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167708_apbbnbrewers.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 22:31:04 PDT Angels fall to Orioles 3-2, skid reaches 4 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167690_apbbaangels.html?syndication=rss Another close game, another defeat for the Los Angeles Angels. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167690_apbbaangels.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 22:31:04 PDT Indians end 8-game losing streak, 5-2 at Texas http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167667_apbbaindiansrangers.html?syndication=rss Corey Kluber allowed one run over eight innings and the Cleveland Indians beat the Texas Rangers 5-2 Tuesday night to snap an eight-game losing streak. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167667_apbbaindiansrangers.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 22:31:04 PDT Morneau's single in 8th lifts Twins to win http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167635_apbbophilliestwins.html?syndication=rss Justin Morneau hit the go-ahead single in the eighth inning to cap a three-hit night and carry the Minnesota Twins to a 3-2 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167635_apbbophilliestwins.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 22:01:06 PDT Joyce homers to help Rays beat Red Sox, Lester 8-3 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167602_apbbaredsoxrays.html?syndication=rss Matt Joyce hit one of three homers off Jon Lester to help the Tampa Bay Rays beat the AL East-leading Boston Red Sox 8-3 on Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167602_apbbaredsoxrays.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 21:46:05 PDT Wacha earns 1st win, Cardinals beat Mets 9-2 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167595_apbbncardinalsmets.html?syndication=rss Michael Wacha recovered from a wild start to earn his first major league win and Allen Craig hit a three-run homer for the St. Louis Cardinals in a 9-2 victory over the staggering New York Mets on Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167595_apbbncardinalsmets.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 21:31:05 PDT Gonzalez, Markakis help Orioles topple Angels 3-2 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167576_apbbaangelsorioles.html?syndication=rss Miguel Gonzalez allowed one run over eight innings and Nick Markakis hit a tiebreaking, two-run single in the seventh inning as the Baltimore Orioles beat the Los Angeles Angels 3-2 Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167576_apbbaangelsorioles.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 21:16:04 PDT Game thread, Mariners vs. Astros, June 11 http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/11/game-thread-mariners-vs-astros-june-11/?syndication=rss ASTROS EIGHTH: Harang gives up a leadoff single to Martinez off the left-field wall but gets the next three outs, including a strikeout of Cedeno, No. 10 in the game. He’s at 107 pitches and may be done, but what a masterpiece — two hits allowed in eight shutout innings. 3-0 Mariners. MA Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/11/game-thread-mariners-vs-astros-june-11/?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 23:31:04 PDT Stanton homers, gives Marlins win over Brewers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167571_apbbnbrewersmarlins.html?syndication=rss Giancarlo Stanton hit his first homer since coming off the disabled list, a two-run drive with two outs in the eighth inning that lifted the Miami Marlins to a 5-4 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167571_apbbnbrewersmarlins.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 21:01:05 PDT Zunino eager to start major-league career http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/11/zunino-eager-to-start-major-league-career/?syndication=rss The Mariners had a few of their recent draft picks at Safeco Field today to take batting practice, and the symbolism wasn’t lost on Mike Zunino. “It’s crazy, seeing draft picks here hitting batting practice like I was a year ago,” he said. “To feel you’re actually Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/11/zunino-eager-to-start-major-league-career/?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 20:46:04 PDT Revised Mariners lineup (Morales scratched) http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/11/revised-mariners-lineup-morales-scratched/?syndication=rss Kendrys Morales has been scratched with lower back soreness. Alex Liddi will now play first base, with other adjustments up and down the order. Here’s how it looks now: Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/11/revised-mariners-lineup-morales-scratched/?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 19:46:05 PDT Ballpark sinkhole behind mound cancels BP in Texas http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167475_apbbarangersballparksinkhole.html?syndication=rss There was a sinking feeling behind the pitcher's mound at Rangers Ballpark. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167475_apbbarangersballparksinkhole.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 19:01:04 PDT Giants put 3B Sandoval on DL with foot problem http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167172_apbbngiantssandovalout.html?syndication=rss The San Francisco Giants put third baseman Pablo Sandoval on the 15-day disabled list Tuesday because of a strained left foot. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021167172_apbbngiantssandovalout.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 18:16:04 PDT Mike Zunino not in Mariners' lineup http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/11/mike-zunino-not-in-mariners-lineup/?syndication=rss With Mike Zunino apparently still en route from Las Vegas, Kelly Shoppach gets the start at catcher tonight for the Mariners. Zunino is an obvious choice to start tomorrow’s game, when Jeremy Bonderman, who spent most of the season with Tacoma and thus has familiarity with Zunino, on the mound Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/11/mike-zunino-not-in-mariners-lineup/?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 18:46:04 PDT Mariners make right call in bringing up Mike Zunino http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/11/mariners-make-right-call-in-bringing-up-mike-zunino/?syndication=rss With this Mariners season on-the-verge of slipping away, the team made the right call today by promoting catcher Mike Zunino from Class AAA. I’m off today, so I’ll let colleague Larry Stone, who first broke this, handle the majority of what remains to be said. But really, the team had no Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/11/mariners-make-right-call-in-bringing-up-mike-zunino/?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 18:46:04 PDT Mike Zunino gets call to Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/06/11/mike-zunino-gets-call-to-mariners/?syndication=rss Started hearing rumblings on the internet awhile ago, and now I’ve gotten it confirmed: Catcher Mike Zunino, the Mariners’ top prospect — at least their top non-pitcher — is getting the call to the major leagues. In fact, I’m told from someone who would know that he&rsq The Hot Stone League http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/06/11/mike-zunino-gets-call-to-mariners/?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 23:00:02 PDT Mariners shut down Astros behind Iwakuma, 3-2 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021161855_mariners11xml.html?syndication=rss Hisashi Iwakuma allowed only four hits and an unearned run and the Mariners scratched out just enough offense to beat Houston. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021161855_mariners11xml.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 23:02:54 PDT Mariners defense hardly great, but not reason for team's bad record http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/11/mariners-defense-hardly-great-but-not-reason-for-teams-bad-record/?syndication=rss There is this theme I keep seeing popping up in which proponents of advanced defensive metrics keep suggesting the reason the Mariners sit nine games under .500 is because the team “traded” outfield defense for slugging bats. Now, that would make sense, I suppose, if the idea all along h Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/11/mariners-defense-hardly-great-but-not-reason-for-teams-bad-record/?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 12:31:06 PDT Keuchel outpitched as Astros drop 5th straight http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161935_apbbaastros.html?syndication=rss Houston Astros left-hander Dallas Keuchel entered Monday night's game against Seattle on a roll, winning three of his previous four starts. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161935_apbbaastros.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 02:31:05 PDT Dickey give up 2 homers to Dunn in foggy loss http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161924_apbbabluejays.html?syndication=rss Knuckleballer R.A. Dickey was flummoxed by the fog. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161924_apbbabluejays.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 02:01:05 PDT Dodgers' bullpen fails in 5-4 loss to D-backs http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161909_apbbndodgers.html?syndication=rss Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw lowered his ERA at home to 1.52 in nine starts, and still remained winless in his last four outings. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161909_apbbndodgers.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 01:46:06 PDT Nava's 14th-inning single lifts Red Sox over Rays http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161719_apbbaredsoxrays.html?syndication=rss John Lackey insisted he meant no harm, though the Tampa Bay Rays hardly were convinced of that after a testy game with Boston that included a bench-clearing scrum. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161719_apbbaredsoxrays.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 01:31:05 PDT D-backs rally for 5-4 win over Dodgers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161819_apbbndiamondbacksdodgers.html?syndication=rss When the Diamondbacks and Dodgers get together, it's bound to be close. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161819_apbbndiamondbacksdodgers.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 01:31:05 PDT Rays' comebacks fall short in testy loss to Boston http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161878_apbbarays.html?syndication=rss Tampa Bay's comeback from a big early deficit came up short in extra innings. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161878_apbbarays.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 01:31:05 PDT Dunn hits 2 HRs to power White Sox 10-6 in fog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161741_apbbabluejayswhitesox.html?syndication=rss Adam Dunn made it seem as if he had no trouble seeing through the dense fog. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161741_apbbabluejayswhitesox.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 01:31:05 PDT Rookie Gattis opening eyes with pinch-hit HRs http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161854_apbbnbraves.html?syndication=rss With four pinch-hit home runs, rookie Evan Gattis is just one shy of matching the franchise record set by Butch Nieman in 1945. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161854_apbbnbraves.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 01:01:04 PDT Lights, cameras, action: Puig already a star in L.A. http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021161655_base11xml.html?syndication=rss Cuban defector Yasiel Puig, 22, has taken Los Angeles by storm after only one week in the major leagues. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021161655_base11xml.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:46:05 PDT Iwakuma pitches Mariners to 3-2 win over Astros http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161810_apbbaastrosmariners.html?syndication=rss Hisashi Iwakuma allowed an unearned run in seven innings and the Seattle Mariners beat Houston 3-2 on Monday night, sending the Astros to their fifth straight defeat. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161810_apbbaastrosmariners.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:46:05 PDT Peguero powers Tacoma to win http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021161736_rainiers11xml.html?syndication=rss Five RBI help Tacoma beat Las Vegas 10-7 Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021161736_rainiers11xml.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 23:19:51 PDT Mariners win ugly, but win nonetheless http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/10/mariners-win-ugly-but-win-nonetheless/?syndication=rss When you’re as desperate as the Mariners these days, you’ll take your wins any way you can get them. And the Mariners got this 3-2 victory the ugly way over the Houston Astros. All you need to know is that the game’s only earned run before the ninth was a solo homer by Raul Ibanez Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/10/mariners-win-ugly-but-win-nonetheless/?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 01:31:05 PDT Cubs' Feldman loses to Reds for 2nd time http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161745_apbbncubs.html?syndication=rss Scott Feldman threw one bad pitch to Brandon Phillips and it ended up being costly. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161745_apbbncubs.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:16:04 PDT Phillips hits grand slam, drive in 6 to lead Reds http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161558_apbbnredscubs.html?syndication=rss Brandon Phillips and Homer Bailey were all the Cincinnati Reds needed to recover from a tough weekend. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161558_apbbnredscubs.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:16:04 PDT Indians stumble in Texas 6-3, losing skid hits 8 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161740_apbbaindians.html?syndication=rss The Cleveland Indians thought they'd finally caught a break in the seventh inning Monday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161740_apbbaindians.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:16:04 PDT Forsythe, Venable homer to lead Padres over Braves http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161716_apbbnbravespadres.html?syndication=rss Logan Forsythe homered in his first at-bat of the season, Will Venable added a three-run homer and Jason Marquis won his seventh straight decision to lead the San Diego Padres to a 7-6 victory against the Atlanta Braves on Monday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161716_apbbnbravespadres.html?syndication=rss Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:01:05 PDT Fister stingy, but Royals still beat Tigers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161701_apbbatigers.html?syndication=rss Doug Fister was stingy, yet the Kansas City Royals still got to him. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161701_apbbatigers.html?syndication=rss Mon, 10 Jun 2013 23:46:04 PDT Berkman, Rangers extend Tribe losing streak to 8 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161568_apbbaindiansrangers.html?syndication=rss Lance Berkman was actually more relaxed with the Texas Rangers on the verge of squandering a great scoring chance in a tie game. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161568_apbbaindiansrangers.html?syndication=rss Mon, 10 Jun 2013 23:46:04 PDT Sign of the times for Mariners: Michael Morse hurt, but still has to play http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021161624_marinersnotes11xml.html?syndication=rss Manager says Morse probably be on DL any other time Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021161624_marinersnotes11xml.html?syndication=rss Mon, 10 Jun 2013 23:46:04 PDT Orioles slosh past Angels 4-3 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161591_apbbaangelsorioles.html?syndication=rss Adam Jones homered and drove in three runs, and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Los Angeles Angels 4-3 Monday night in a game marred by rain. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161591_apbbaangelsorioles.html?syndication=rss Mon, 10 Jun 2013 23:01:06 PDT Stanton returns to lineup, Marlins lose to Brewers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161565_apbbnmarlins.html?syndication=rss Giancarlo Stanton was just glad to be back on the field. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161565_apbbnmarlins.html?syndication=rss Mon, 10 Jun 2013 22:46:05 PDT Guthrie, Perez leads Royals to 6th straight win http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161489_apbbatigersroyals.html?syndication=rss Jeremy Guthrie pitched impressively into the seventh inning, Salvador Perez hit a two-run triple and the Kansas City Royals beat the Detroit Tigers 3-2 Monday night for their sixth straight victory. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161489_apbbatigersroyals.html?syndication=rss Mon, 10 Jun 2013 22:01:05 PDT Gallardo, Brewers beat Marlins 6-1 without Braun http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161410_apbbnbrewersmarlins.html?syndication=rss Yovani Gallardo threw eight scoreless innings, Jonathan Lucroy had four hits and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Miami Marlins 6-1 Monday night for their fourth consecutive victory. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161410_apbbnbrewersmarlins.html?syndication=rss Mon, 10 Jun 2013 21:31:06 PDT Game thread: Mariners 3, Astros 1, top 6th http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/10/game-thread-mariners-need-dose-of-astros-to-revive-season/?syndication=rss Yet another unearned run in this game as Jose Altuve drops a relay throw at second on what could have been an inning-ending double play in the seventh. Instead, Michael Morse was able to come up and drilled a double to the gap in left center to bring home a key insurance run for the Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/10/game-thread-mariners-need-dose-of-astros-to-revive-season/?syndication=rss Mon, 10 Jun 2013 23:46:04 PDT Michael Morse would be on DL already if Justin Smoak healthy http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/10/michael-morse-would-be-on-dl-already-if-justin-smoak-healthy/?syndication=rss There has been some growing debate — I think justified — over why the Mariners have dithered so long about putting Michael Morse on the 15-day disabled list. Morse missed seven games in a row, then went 1-for-11 the first three games of the Yankees’ series before sitting out yester Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/10/michael-morse-would-be-on-dl-already-if-justin-smoak-healthy/?syndication=rss Mon, 10 Jun 2013 20:31:04 PDT Garland released, wrapping up the draft, and minor-league report http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/06/10/garland-released-wrapping-up-the-draft-and-minor-league-report/?syndication=rss For awhile, it looked like the Mariners might get doubly burned for their decision to cast loose Jon Garland at the end of spring training. Neither of the two pitchers they opted for ahead of Garland — Blake Beavan and Brandon Maurer — were successful, both pitching their way to the mino The Hot Stone League http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/06/10/garland-released-wrapping-up-the-draft-and-minor-league-report/?syndication=rss Mon, 10 Jun 2013 18:16:04 PDT Indians closer Perez pleads not guilty in pot case http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161035_apbbaindiansperez.html?syndication=rss Cleveland Indians two-time All-Star closer Chris Perez and his wife pleaded not guilty Monday to misdemeanor possession charges after marijuana was mailed to their home in their dog's name. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021161035_apbbaindiansperez.html?syndication=rss Mon, 10 Jun 2013 16:01:07 PDT Mariners GM Jack Zduriencik has not shown a 7-year plan can work http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/10/mariners-gm-jack-zduriencik-has-not-shown-a-7-year-plan-can-work/?syndication=rss Early last month, Mariners GM Jack Zduriencik went on the Softy Mahler Show on Sports Radio KJR and suggested his front office might need another two years to get this rebuilding plan right. Since this is Year No. 5 of Zduriencik’s tenure, he is effectively asking to be allowed to stretch this Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/10/mariners-gm-jack-zduriencik-has-not-shown-a-7-year-plan-can-work/?syndication=rss Mon, 10 Jun 2013 14:16:04 PDT Gutierrez won’t be rushed into second rehab stint http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021155609_marinersnotes10xml.html?syndication=rss Nearly 1½ months after Gutierrez went on the disabled list with a hamstring injury, the Mariners say he still isn’t ready to begin and complete a second rehab stint. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021155609_marinersnotes10xml.html?syndication=rss Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:16:04 PDT Reds can't put Cards away in 11-4 10-inning loss http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021155878_apbbnreds.html?syndication=rss Bronson Arroyo feels pretty confident when the Cincinnati Reds take a lead into the late innings against anybody except the St. Louis Cardinals. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021155878_apbbnreds.html?syndication=rss Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:01:07 PDT Twins drop doubleheader to Nationals, 7-0 and 5-4 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021155414_apbbotwins.html?syndication=rss In the opener, the Twins botched a grounder and let Washington put the game out of reach. In the nightcap, they wasted chances at the plate and blew a three-run lead. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021155414_apbbotwins.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 23:46:08 PDT M’s hitters strike out again http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021155851_mariners10xml.html?syndication=rss A depleted-looking offense tossed away another winnable game Sunday, losing 2-1 to the New York Yankees while mustering just a half-dozen hits. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021155851_mariners10xml.html?syndication=rss Mon, 10 Jun 2013 08:13:57 PDT Las Vegas shuts down Rainiers on two hits http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021155664_rainiers10xml.html?syndication=rss Brandon Maurer has a solid outing in defeat Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021155664_rainiers10xml.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 23:31:04 PDT Holliday's slam caps Cardinals' big 10th inning http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149373_apbbncardinalsreds.html?syndication=rss Matt Holliday's grand slam capped a seven-run 10th inning to help the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Cincinnati Reds 11-4 on Sunday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149373_apbbncardinalsreds.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 23:16:04 PDT Holliday's slam caps Cardinals' big 10th inning http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021155819_apbbocardinalsreds.html?syndication=rss Matt Holliday's grand slam capped a seven-run 10th inning to help the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Cincinnati Reds 11-4 on Sunday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021155819_apbbocardinalsreds.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 23:16:04 PDT Japan team was suitor for A-Rod / Baseball Notebook http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021155778_base10xml.html?syndication=rss Last November, the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks reached out to the Yankees through an intermediary and expressed interest in obtaining Rodriguez. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021155778_base10xml.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 22:46:05 PDT Nationals have a 'fun day' in DH sweep of Twins http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149178_apbbotwinsnationals.html?syndication=rss Ian Desmond doubled home the go-ahead run in the seventh inning and the Washington Nationals made manager Davey Johnson's "fun day" even better Sunday with a 5-4 victory over the Minnesota Twins to complete a sweep of a day-night doubleheader. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149178_apbbotwinsnationals.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 22:01:07 PDT Blue Jays blow 4-run lead in 6-4 loss to Rangers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021155713_apbbabluejays.html?syndication=rss A bothersome blister didn't help Josh Johnson in his attempt to give the Blue Jays' bullpen a break. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021155713_apbbabluejays.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 21:46:04 PDT Magill walks 6 more in Dodgers' 8-1 loss to Braves http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149796_apbbndodgers.html?syndication=rss Matt Magill's inability to throw strikes on a consistent basis has caused great distress for Dodgers manager Don Mattingly and pitching coach Rick Honeycutt. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149796_apbbndodgers.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 21:01:04 PDT Mariners bats quiet in 2-1 loss to Yankees http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149283_apbbamariners.html?syndication=rss Mariners manager Eric Wedge is tired of watching his team struggle at the plate. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149283_apbbamariners.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 21:01:04 PDT Fowler's hit lifts Rockies over Padres 8-7 in 10 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021155607_apbbnpadres.html?syndication=rss One strike away from another save, Luke Gregerson couldn't quite close the door. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021155607_apbbnpadres.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 20:46:04 PDT Mariners should bring up Dustin Ackley to help woeful offense http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/09/mariners-should-bring-up-dustin-ackley-to-help-woeful-offense/?syndication=rss Desperate times call for somewhat desperate measures and the Mariners right now are about to plunge off a cliff with a cement parachute if they don’t do something about this non-existent offense. The 2-1 loss they suffered today despite an excellent Felix Hernandez mound outing was all-too-pre Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/09/mariners-should-bring-up-dustin-ackley-to-help-woeful-offense/?syndication=rss Mon, 10 Jun 2013 10:16:04 PDT Uggla's 2 HRs power Braves to 8-1 win over Dodgers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149704_apbbnbravesdodgers.html?syndication=rss Dan Uggla's batting average is the last thing on his mind. The slugging second baseman prefers to concentrate on home runs, RBIs and the Atlanta Braves' comfortable lead atop the NL East. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149704_apbbnbravesdodgers.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 20:16:05 PDT Big weekend turns sour for 1st-place Diamondbacks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149791_apbbndiamondbacks.html?syndication=rss The stage was set for a terrific weekend for the Arizona Diamondbacks. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149791_apbbndiamondbacks.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 20:16:05 PDT Cubs end Locke's no-hit bid and beat Pirates 4-1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021155570_apbbnpirates.html?syndication=rss Jeff Locke was having such a hard time throwing strikes that he didn't even realize he was working on a no-hitter. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021155570_apbbnpirates.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 20:01:05 PDT Harrell pitches 7 scoreless but Astros lose http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149494_apbbaastros.html?syndication=rss Lucas Harrell appeared headed for a short outing in front of his own fan section at Kauffman Stadium. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149494_apbbaastros.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 19:46:04 PDT Mets demote Davis, Baxter, Carson after loss http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149409_apbbnmets.html?syndication=rss Terry Collins and Sandy Alderson have seen enough. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149409_apbbnmets.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 19:31:04 PDT Moore hit hard in loss to Orioles http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021155502_apbbarays.html?syndication=rss Tampa Bay's Matt Moore struggled with his command and the Baltimore Orioles took full advantage. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021155502_apbbarays.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 19:16:05 PDT Fowler's hit lifts Rockies over Padres 8-7 in 10 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149469_apbbnpadresrockies.html?syndication=rss Dexter Fowler's single with two outs in the 10th inning scored DJ LeMahieu from third base and the Colorado Rockies rallied for an 8-7 win over the San Diego Padres on Sunday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149469_apbbnpadresrockies.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 19:16:05 PDT Gaudin strong again, Giants beat Diamondbacks 6-2 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149747_apbbngiantsdiamondbacks.html?syndication=rss Chad Gaudin pitched six strong innings, Marco Scutaro and Brandon Belt homered and the San Francisco Giants beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 6-2 on Sunday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149747_apbbngiantsdiamondbacks.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 19:16:04 PDT Stewart has RBI single in 9th to lead Yankees http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149128_apbbayankeesmariners.html?syndication=rss Chris Stewart had a tiebreaking RBI single in the ninth inning and David Phelps matched efforts with Felix Hernandez for six innings to help the New York Yankees beat the Seattle Mariners 2-1 on Sunday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149128_apbbayankeesmariners.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 23:46:07 PDT Phillies shut down by Lohse, lose 9-1 to Brewers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149606_apbbnphillies.html?syndication=rss The Philadelphia Phillies came into their four-game series against Milwaukee with a lot of momentum. Now, they'll have to generate some again. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149606_apbbnphillies.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 18:46:05 PDT Mariners drop series as offense goes missing http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/09/mariners-drop-series-as-offense-goes-missing/?syndication=rss For the second game in a row, Kyle Seager led off the ninth with  single against Mariano Rivera. And for the second day in a row, the Mariners did nothing with it. Kendrys Morales hit a hard shot to first base, where Mark Teixeira showed why he is Teixeira and other guys who are constantly Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/09/mariners-drop-series-as-offense-goes-missing/?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 18:31:05 PDT Saltalamacchia hits 2 homers for Boston http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149607_apbbaangels.html?syndication=rss Joe Blanton's miserable season continues. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149607_apbbaangels.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 18:31:05 PDT A's held to 5 hits in 4-2 loss to White Sox http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021155436_apbbaathletics.html?syndication=rss Josh Donaldson insisted the Oakland Athletics are just fine, that they're in no way shaken. It's going to take more than two losses to rattle them. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021155436_apbbaathletics.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 18:16:07 PDT Indians fall to Tigers 4-1 for 7th straight loss http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149287_apbbaindians.html?syndication=rss With Justin Masterson on the mound against a Detroit rookie making his big league debut, this seemed like a good chance for the Cleveland Indians to avoid a sweep. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149287_apbbaindians.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 17:16:04 PDT Ransom, Jackson send Cubs to 4-1 win over Pirates http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149129_apbbnpiratescubs.html?syndication=rss Cody Ransom hit a tiebreaking, three-run homer in the seventh inning and Edwin Jackson pitched the Chicago Cubs to a 4-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149129_apbbnpiratescubs.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 17:01:04 PDT Saltalamacchia hits 2 homers for Boston http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149042_apbbaangelsredsox.html?syndication=rss David Ortiz hit a three-run home run and Jarrod Saltalamacchia connected twice, the first coming one pitch before Mike Carp homered Sunday, and the Boston Red Sox beat the Los Angeles Angels 10-5. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149042_apbbaangelsredsox.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 17:01:04 PDT Rios, Flowers homer as White Sox beat Oakland 4-2 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149098_apbbaathleticswhitesox.html?syndication=rss Alex Rios and Tyler Flowers homered, Hector Santiago pitched into the seventh inning and the Chicago White Sox beat the Oakland Athletics 4-2 on Sunday to salvage a split of their four-game series. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149098_apbbaathleticswhitesox.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 16:31:04 PDT Orioles hammer Moore in win over Rays http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149127_apbbaoriolesrays.html?syndication=rss J.J. Hardy, Adam Jones, Alexi Casilla and Nick Markakis had two RBIs apiece and the Baltimore Orioles hammered eight-game winner Matt Moore in beating the Tampa Bay Rays 10-7 on Sunday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149127_apbbaoriolesrays.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 16:31:04 PDT Gordon, Hosmer help Royals win 5th straight http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149360_apbbaastrosroyals.html?syndication=rss Alex Gordon and Eric Hosmer each had run-scoring singles in the eighth, Luis Mendoza pitched seven innings of four-hit ball and the Kansas City Royals beat the Houston Astros 2-0 on Sunday for their fifth straight win. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149360_apbbaastrosroyals.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 16:31:04 PDT Extras again: Marlins beat Mets 8-4 in 10 innings http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149159_apbbnmarlinsmets.html?syndication=rss The Miami Marlins needed extras to beat the New York Mets again Sunday, but only 10 innings instead of 20. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149159_apbbnmarlinsmets.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 16:31:04 PDT Gomez, Lohse lead Brewers past Phillies 9-1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149397_apbbnphilliesbrewers.html?syndication=rss Carlos Gomez hit a two-run homer on his bobblehead day, Scooter Gennett had a two-run triple and Kyle Lohse pitched eight strong innings for his first win in eight starts to help the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Philadelphia Phillies 9-1 on Sunday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149397_apbbnphilliesbrewers.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 16:16:05 PDT Beltre homers in 7th, Rangers beat Blue Jays 6-4 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149103_apbbarangersbluejays.html?syndication=rss Adrian Beltre hit a tiebreaking home run in the seventh inning, Nelson Cruz and David Murphy also connected and the Texas Rangers rallied from a four-run deficit to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 6-4 on Sunday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149103_apbbarangersbluejays.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 15:46:05 PDT Arizona's McCarthy on medication after seizure http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021154792_apbbndiamondbacksmccarthy.html?syndication=rss Arizona's Brandon McCarthy is taking medication and says he's confident he'll be fine after he collapsed at a restaurant with a seizure related to the head injury he sustained while pitching last September. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021154792_apbbndiamondbacksmccarthy.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 15:31:07 PDT Alvarez, Kelly lead Tigers to 4-1 win over Indians http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149158_apbbaindianstigers.html?syndication=rss Jose Alvarez pitched six impressive innings in his major league debut, and Don Kelly hit a tiebreaking three-run homer in the sixth to help the Detroit Tigers finish a three-game sweep of the Cleveland Indians with a 4-1 victory Sunday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149158_apbbaindianstigers.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 15:01:04 PDT Game thread: Yankees 2, Mariners 1, top 9th http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/09/game-thread-mariners-try-to-salvage-series-split/?syndication=rss Felix Hernandez did what he had to do to keep the Mariners positioned for a win today, going seven innings and allowing just one run. Unfortunately, we’re still tied 1-1 heading to the bottom of the eighth because the Mariners’ offense — as expected — hasn’t been a fact Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/09/game-thread-mariners-try-to-salvage-series-split/?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 18:16:06 PDT Mariners go into finale looking outgunned on offense http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/09/mariners-go-into-finale-looking-outgunned-on-offense/?syndication=rss First, some trade news in that the Mariners have dealt minor league infielder Vinnie Catricala to the Oakland Athletics for a player to be named, or cash considerations. Catricala was DFA just last week. Once again, the Mariners need Felix Hernandez to be better than he’s looked in many recent Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/09/mariners-go-into-finale-looking-outgunned-on-offense/?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 14:16:05 PDT Ramirez, Rainiers roll past Las Vegas http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021149698_rainiersxml.html?syndication=rss Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021149698_rainiersxml.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 00:31:06 PDT Rockies' bats go cold in 4-2 loss to Padres http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149664_apbbnrockies.html?syndication=rss The Colorado Rockies hit the ball just fine - until they had runners in scoring position. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149664_apbbnrockies.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 23:46:05 PDT Mariners fall to Yankees, 3-1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021149332_mariners09xml.html?syndication=rss A weakened lineup only manages four hits and Seattle cannot take advantage of a decent outing by Joe Saunders. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021149332_mariners09xml.html?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 14:08:02 PDT Rookie gives Dodgers some instant spark http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021149148_stonebaseballnotesxml.html?syndication=rss Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021149148_stonebaseballnotesxml.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 23:01:05 PDT Latos pitches Reds to 4-2 win over Cardinals http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149583_apbbncardinals.html?syndication=rss The end of the game came too soon for the Cardinals. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149583_apbbncardinals.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 23:01:05 PDT Mariners hoping rotation is being stabilized http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021149522_marinersnotes09xml.html?syndication=rss A third straight quality outing by Joe Saunders has the Mariners hoping the majority of their rotation has finally stabilized. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021149522_marinersnotes09xml.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 22:31:06 PDT Rookie catcher was ready for almost everything http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/jerrybrewer/2021149502_brewer09xml.html?syndication=rss Standing ovation surprises newcomer Brandon Bantz Jerry Brewer http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/jerrybrewer/2021149502_brewer09xml.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 22:31:05 PDT Marlins-Mets go 20 innings, Texas-Blue Jays go 18 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149165_apbbomarathongames.html?syndication=rss A bunch of big leaguers became marathon men on Saturday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149165_apbbomarathongames.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 22:01:06 PDT Draft picks with Washington connections http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021149334_localdraft09xml.html?syndication=rss Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021149334_localdraft09xml.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 21:31:06 PDT Yankees’ Mariano Rivera exiting with dignity, grace http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149205_stone09xml.html?syndication=rss This Yankees series at Safeco Field is Rivera's final one in Seattle before his announced retirement at the end of the season. Larry Stone http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149205_stone09xml.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 23:16:04 PDT Nationals' struggles continue in 4-3 loss to Twins http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149330_apbbonationals.html?syndication=rss Washington manager Davey Johnson is frustrated. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149330_apbbonationals.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 21:16:06 PDT Aardsma back in major leagues http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021149298_basexml.html?syndication=rss The New York Mets added an experienced arm to their scuffling bullpen Saturday, calling up right-hander David Aardsma from Class AAA Las Vegas. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021149298_basexml.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 20:46:08 PDT Cubs struggle at plate again, lose 6-2 to Pirates http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149271_apbbncubs.html?syndication=rss The Chicago Cubs struggled at the plate for a second straight game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149271_apbbncubs.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 20:16:04 PDT Larry Stone’s power rankings http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021149151_stonepowerxml.html?syndication=rss Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021149151_stonepowerxml.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 20:16:04 PDT Gausman allows 7 runs in Orioles' loss http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149233_apbbaorioles.html?syndication=rss Baltimore manager Buck Showalter was more concerned about the lack of offense than another loss for rookie pitcher Kevin Gausman. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149233_apbbaorioles.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 19:46:07 PDT Rangers lose to Blue Jays, 4-3 in 18 innings http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149229_apbbarangers.html?syndication=rss The way they're scuffling at the plate right now, the Texas Rangers might have played 36 innings on Saturday without scoring another run. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149229_apbbarangers.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 19:46:07 PDT Larry Stone’s thumbs up, thumbs down http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021149198_stonethumb09xml.html?syndication=rss Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021149198_stonethumb09xml.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 19:16:04 PDT Mariners manage just four hits in loss to Yankees http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/08/mariners-manage-just-four-hits-in-loss-to-yankees/?syndication=rss Tough to generate any offense when you’ve got a bottom of the order consisting of two guys struggling to stay above the Mendoza Line, then throw in a catcher who had trouble hitting in Class AA a few weeks ago, not to mention a cleanup hitter in Michael Morse who can barely jog and…oh y Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/08/mariners-manage-just-four-hits-in-loss-to-yankees/?syndication=rss Sun, 09 Jun 2013 10:31:05 PDT Morales' bad inning turns close game into 9-5 loss http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149082_apbbaredsox.html?syndication=rss Franklin Morales lost the strike zone and the Red Sox lost again to the Los Angeles Angels. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149082_apbbaredsox.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 17:46:04 PDT Marathon victim throws out 1st pitch for White Sox http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149048_apbbawhitesoxbostonmarathonvictim.html?syndication=rss A victim of the Boston Marathon bombings has thrown out the first pitch at a Chicago White Sox game, thanks to an assist from the Oval Office. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021149048_apbbawhitesoxbostonmarathonvictim.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 16:46:05 PDT Game thread: Yankees 3, Mariners 1, top 7th http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/08/game-thread-bantz-and-saunders-try-to-take-down-yankees/?syndication=rss The Mariners tied it up in the fourth, but then the Yankees retook a 2-1 lead in the fifth when Ichiro walked and took second on a single by Chris Stewart with one out. Brett Gardner then hit a potential double-play ball. But Nick Franklin dropped the ball at second in hurrying to make the Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/08/game-thread-bantz-and-saunders-try-to-take-down-yankees/?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 18:31:04 PDT Mets' Harvey leaves with tightness in lower back http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021146404_apbbnmetsharveyhurt.html?syndication=rss Matt Harvey has left his start against Miami after seven innings with tightness in his lower back. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021146404_apbbnmetsharveyhurt.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 15:16:03 PDT Brandon Bantz gets to live the dream with Mariners today http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/08/brandon-bantz-gets-to-live-the-dream-with-mariners-today/?syndication=rss Just a few weeks back, Brandon Bantz was a sub-.200 hitter in Class AA with what looked to be a very limited professional future in baseball. Now, because of organizational circumstances and Mariners roster decisions, Bantz will make his major league debut today as a starting catcher. He’ll be Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/08/brandon-bantz-gets-to-live-the-dream-with-mariners-today/?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 14:31:05 PDT Yanks' 1st-rounder sorry for pre-draft video crack http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021146366_apbbayankeesdraftpickapologizes.html?syndication=rss A high school pitcher taken by the New York Yankees in the first round of the Major League Baseball draft is apologizing for comments that barbed the team. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021146366_apbbayankeesdraftpickapologizes.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 14:01:04 PDT This Date In Baseball http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143602_apbbothisdateinbaseball.html?syndication=rss June 9 Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143602_apbbothisdateinbaseball.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 07:46:04 PDT Braves lose 2nd straight to Dodgers, 2-1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143496_apbbnbraves.html?syndication=rss The Atlanta Braves wasted a solid start from their pitcher for the second straight game, and despite outhitting the Dodgers, they couldn't generate more than one run. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143496_apbbnbraves.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 02:01:05 PDT Las Vegas pounds Rainiers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021143479_rainiers08xml.html?syndication=rss Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021143479_rainiers08xml.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 01:46:05 PDT Jeremy Bonderman gets first victory since 2010 as Mariners beat Yankees http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021143406_mariners08xml.html?syndication=rss Bonderman shook off a shaky first inning to lead Seattle to a 4-1 victory over New York. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021143406_mariners08xml.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 13:26:29 PDT Yankees offense shut down in 4-1 loss to Seattle http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143474_apbbayankees.html?syndication=rss One poor stretch by Hiroki Kuroda was all it took with the New York Yankees suddenly unable to score in more than one inning. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143474_apbbayankees.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 01:46:05 PDT For Jeremy Bonderman, a quiet celeration of a milestone http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/07/for-jeremy-bonderman-a-quiet-celeration-of-a-milestone/?syndication=rss Jeremy Bonderman gave his best “no way” smirk when somebody asked him about whether he’d been through any beer showers lately. “You kidding me?” he said. A man of few words, he decided to expand a bit. “I mean, I’ve played long enough,” he said. &ldquo Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/07/for-jeremy-bonderman-a-quiet-celeration-of-a-milestone/?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 01:46:05 PDT Cleveland closer charged with misdemeanor possession http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021143316_baseballnotebook08xml.html?syndication=rss Cleveland Indians two-time All-Star closer Chris Perez, charged with misdemeanor possession after marijuana was mailed to his home in his dog’s name, told drug agents he had pot for personal use and pointed out two jars, according to investigative reports. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021143316_baseballnotebook08xml.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 01:46:05 PDT Mariners go for offense by selecting Tyler O’Neill in third round http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021143307_marinersnotes08xml.html?syndication=rss Seattle made an interesting pick in the fourth round of the MLB draft with left-handed pitcher Ryan Horstman of St. John’s University. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021143307_marinersnotes08xml.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 01:31:05 PDT Dodgers beat Braves 2-1 in 10 innings http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143390_apbbnbravesdodgers.html?syndication=rss The Los Angeles Dodgers earned their first walk-off victory of the season, and once again rookie Yasiel Puig had a hand in things. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143390_apbbnbravesdodgers.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 01:31:05 PDT Arenado's solo HR in 9th lifts Rockies to 10-9 win http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143291_apbbnpadresrockies.html?syndication=rss Nolan Arenado won the game with his walk-off homer and saved it time after time with his work at the hot corner. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143291_apbbnpadresrockies.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 01:16:04 PDT Cain outstanding, but `dumb' pitch costs Giants http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143428_apbbngiants.html?syndication=rss Matt Cain and the San Francisco Giants were on the brink of giving Patrick Corbin his first loss in 10 decisions this season. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143428_apbbngiants.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 01:01:05 PDT Padres' rally falls short in 10-9 loss to Rockies http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143426_apbbnpadres.html?syndication=rss The San Diego Padres erased a six-run deficit with an impressive rally. They still came up short. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143426_apbbnpadres.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 01:01:05 PDT White Sox lose 10th in 11 games http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143386_apbbawhitesox.html?syndication=rss Chris Sale watched from the dugout as teammate Adam Dunn just missed a game-winning home run in the 10th inning Thursday, and he had a good view of Conor Gillaspie being robbed of a tying homer by Josh Reddick in the ninth a night later. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143386_apbbawhitesox.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 00:31:05 PDT Jeremy Bonderman wins first game since 2010 for Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/07/jeremy-bonderman-wins-first-game-since-2010-for-mariners/?syndication=rss There were only four current Mariners even with the team back on Sept. 8, 2010 when Jeremy Bonderman last won a game in the majors. Felix Hernandez, Franklin Gutierrez, Justin Smoak and Michael Saunders are still around, though none started last night and Saunders only entered as a defensive replace Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/07/jeremy-bonderman-wins-first-game-since-2010-for-mariners/?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 00:31:05 PDT Lee can't hold lead, Phillies fall 5-4 to Brewers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143356_apbbnphillies.html?syndication=rss With a four-run lead and ace Cliff Lee on the mound, Philadelphia Phillies manager Charlie Manuel liked his chances Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143356_apbbnphillies.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 00:16:06 PDT Goldschmidt's HR rallies D-Backs past SF 3-1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143308_apbbngiantsdiamondbacks.html?syndication=rss Paul Goldschmidt hit a three-run, opposite-field home run with two outs in the eighth inning and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the San Francisco Giants 3-1 Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143308_apbbngiantsdiamondbacks.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 23:46:03 PDT 9 more players from state taken in MLB draft http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021143300_localdraft08xml.html?syndication=rss Nine more players from Washington schools were selected Friday during the second day of the Major League Baseball draft. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021143300_localdraft08xml.html?syndication=rss Sat, 08 Jun 2013 15:26:51 PDT Donaldson hits grand slam to lead A's to win http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143132_apbbaathleticswhitesox.html?syndication=rss Josh Donaldson hit his first career grand slam, Josh Reddick made a homer-saving catch in the ninth inning, and the Oakland Athletics rallied from a three-run deficit Friday night for a 4-3 victory over Chris Sale and the Chicago White Sox. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143132_apbbaathleticswhitesox.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 23:31:04 PDT Astros fall to Royals 4-2 in series opener http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143284_apbbaastros.html?syndication=rss Jordan Lyles kept matching James Shields pitch for pitch, the young Astros starter dueling with the veteran Royals ace to a stalemate through seven innings Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143284_apbbaastros.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 23:31:04 PDT Swisher struggles in Indians' 7-5 loss to Tigers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143225_apbbaindians.html?syndication=rss Nick Swisher stepped to the plate as the tying run in the ninth inning and grounded out weakly. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143225_apbbaindians.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 23:16:04 PDT Ramirez has winning hit in 9th for Brewers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143197_apbbnphilliesbrewers.html?syndication=rss Aramis Ramirez hit an RBI single with one out in the ninth inning, giving the Milwaukee Brewers a 5-4 victory over the Phillies on Friday night that ended Philadelphia's five-game winning streak. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143197_apbbnphilliesbrewers.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 23:01:05 PDT Reds lose to Cardinals 9-2, fall season-high 4 out http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143179_apbbnslumpingreds.html?syndication=rss No matter where they're playing, the Reds can't seem to score enough runs to beat their biggest rival. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143179_apbbnslumpingreds.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 22:46:04 PDT Royals beat Astros 4-2 for third straight win http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143165_apbbaastrosroyals.html?syndication=rss Billy Butler drove in Eric Hosmer with the go-ahead run in the eighth inning, and the Kansas City Royals beat the Houston Astros 4-2 on Friday night for their third straight win. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143165_apbbaastrosroyals.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 22:46:04 PDT Royals beat Astros 4-2 for third straight win http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143146_apbboastrosroyals.html?syndication=rss Billy Butler drove in Eric Hosmer with the go-ahead run in the eighth inning, and the Kansas City Royals beat the Houston Astros 4-2 on Friday night for their third straight win. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143146_apbboastrosroyals.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 22:31:05 PDT Orioles' Hammel takes 2-1 loss to Rays in duel http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143134_apbbaorioles.html?syndication=rss Baltimore opening day starter Jason Hammel came up just short in a tight matchup with Tampa Bay's Chris Archer. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143134_apbbaorioles.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 22:16:08 PDT Tepesch takes loss as Blue Jays top Rangers, 6-1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143116_apbbarangers.html?syndication=rss In a span of three straight pitches, Nick Tepesch's night suddenly turned sour. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143116_apbbarangers.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 22:01:06 PDT Tigers beat Indians 7-5 in series opener http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143053_apbbaindianstigers.html?syndication=rss Justin Verlander pitched seven solid innings, Victor Martinez homered and the Detroit Tigers beat Cleveland 7-5 on Friday night to take a 3 1/2-game lead over the Indians atop the AL Central. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143053_apbbaindianstigers.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 21:46:05 PDT Wainwright gets 9th win, Cardinals pound Reds 9-2 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143051_apbbncardinalsreds.html?syndication=rss Adam Wainwright pitched seven innings for his ninth win, and every Cardinals starter had a hit in a 9-2 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Friday night that gave St. Louis a four-game lead in the NL Central, its biggest of the season. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143051_apbbncardinalsreds.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 21:46:05 PDT Archer, Jennings lead Rays past Orioles http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143022_apbbaoriolesrays.html?syndication=rss Chris Archer pitched seven strong innings and Desmond Jennings hit a two-run homer to lead the Tampa Bay Rays to a 2-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143022_apbbaoriolesrays.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 21:01:04 PDT Encarnacion hits key double, Blue Jays top Rangers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143009_apbbarangersbluejays.html?syndication=rss Edwin Encarnacion hit a two-run double, Neil Wagner earned his first major league win and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Texas Rangers 6-1 on Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021143009_apbbarangersbluejays.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 20:46:04 PDT Game thread: Mariners 4, Yankees 1, top 7th http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/07/game-thread-jeremy-bonderman-tries-not-to-get-destroyed-tonight/?syndication=rss What a nice, two-out rally by the Mariners in the fourth inning, scoring four times to go up 4-1. Michael Morse got it going with a two-out double, followed by walks to Nick Franklin and Kelly Shoppach. Brendan Ryan came through after that with a two-run single to right to give Seattle the lead. End Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/07/game-thread-jeremy-bonderman-tries-not-to-get-destroyed-tonight/?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 23:31:04 PDT Kelly Shoppach ready for Day 3 of marathon catching stint http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/07/16392/?syndication=rss Kelly Shoppach didn’t send any text messages to manager Eric Wedge this morning to advise him he’d be ready to spend nine more innings behind home plate. Shoppach caught all 16 frames two days ago, then nine more in last night’s loss. “That was the most I’ve ever caught Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/07/16392/?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 21:16:05 PDT Mariners scouting director Tom McNamara on today's picks http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/07/mariners-scouting-director-tom-mcnamara-on-todays-picks/?syndication=rss Mariners scouting director Tom McNamara stopped by the dugout this afternoon to discuss some of the team’s eight picks from today’s second day of the baseball entry draft. The Mariners selected outfielder/catcher Tyler O’Neill from Garabaldi Secondary School in Maple Ridge, B. Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/07/mariners-scouting-director-tom-mcnamara-on-todays-picks/?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 19:46:05 PDT Francisco Liriano leads Pirates over Cubs 2-0 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021142615_apbbnpiratescubs.html?syndication=rss Francisco Liriano wasn't quite sure where his pitches were going. The one thing he did control was his emotions. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021142615_apbbnpiratescubs.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 19:16:04 PDT A-Rod adds Braun's lawyer to his legal team http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021142882_apbbomlbdruginvestigation.html?syndication=rss The lawyer who helped overturn Ryan Braun's drug suspension last year has been added to Alex Rodriguez's legal team. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021142882_apbbomlbdruginvestigation.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 18:31:04 PDT Indians closer Perez charged with pot possession http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021137938_apbbaindiansperez.html?syndication=rss Cleveland Indians two-time All-Star closer Chris Perez, charged with misdemeanor possession after marijuana was mailed to his home in his dog's name, told drug agents he had pot for personal use and pointed out two jars, according to investigative reports. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021137938_apbbaindiansperez.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 17:16:05 PDT Marlins and Mets rained out; Sept 14 makeup http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021139444_apbbnmarlinsmetsppd.html?syndication=rss The Miami Marlins' series opener at the New York Mets on Friday night was postponed because of rain, Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021139444_apbbnmarlinsmetsppd.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 14:46:05 PDT Battle between Cubs and rooftops heating up http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021139483_apbbncubswrigleyvsrooftops.html?syndication=rss During a concert at Wrigley Field last summer, Bruce Springsteen looked up at the fans packing the rooftops across the street and shouted: "Who'd you pay?" Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021139483_apbbncubswrigleyvsrooftops.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 14:46:05 PDT Police in Vegas clear Canseco in sex assault case http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021139360_apbbocansecosexassaultallegation.html?syndication=rss Police in Las Vegas won't seek criminal charges against former major league slugger Jose Canseco after an investigation of a woman's rape claim, a department spokesman said Friday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021139360_apbbocansecosexassaultallegation.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 14:01:04 PDT Twins-Nats rainout gives Washington time to heal http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021139495_apbbotwinsnationalsppd.html?syndication=rss Nationals manager Davey Johnson got what he wanted, a second consecutive rainout to give his battered team an extra day to heal. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021139495_apbbotwinsnationalsppd.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 13:46:04 PDT Indians closer Perez charged with pot possession http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021139196_apbcbbaindiansperez.html?syndication=rss Cleveland Indians two-time All-Star closer Chris Perez, who is charged with misdemeanor marijuana possession, told drug agents he had pot in his home for personal use and pointed out two jars, according to investigative reports. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021139196_apbcbbaindiansperez.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 13:46:04 PDT Mariners take Canadian outfielder in third round (plus their other picks) http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/06/07/mariners-take-canadian-outfielder-in-third-round/?syndication=rss The Mariners made an interesting choice in the third-round, taking outfielder Tyler O’Neill from Garibaldi High School in Maple Ridge, B.C. When I hear Maple Ridge, I immediately think of Larry Walker, who came out of that town and had a great career. But the comparison most often made with O& The Hot Stone League http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/06/07/mariners-take-canadian-outfielder-in-third-round/?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 23:14:35 PDT This Date In Baseball http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021136318_apbbothisdateinbaseball.html?syndication=rss June 8 Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021136318_apbbothisdateinbaseball.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 08:01:06 PDT MLB asks for FedEx, phone records in drug lawsuit http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021135402_apbbomlbdruginvestigation.html?syndication=rss Major League Baseball's lawyers issued subpoenas to Federal Express, AT&T Mobility and T-Mobile USA in an attempt to gain records for its investigation of players suspected of using performance-enhancing drugs. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021135402_apbbomlbdruginvestigation.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 03:01:05 PDT Mariners manage only four hits in 6-1 loss to Yankees http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021136002_mariners07xml.html?syndication=rss Aaron Harang is roughed up and the Mariners drop to nine games under .500, equaling their season low. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021136002_mariners07xml.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 19:18:43 PDT Gonzalez, Tulowitzki quiet in Rockies' 6-5 loss http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021136089_apbbnrockies.html?syndication=rss A day after being unstoppable in a lopsided win at Cincinnati, the heart of the Colorado Rockies couldn't buy a hit in a 12-inning game at Coors Field. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021136089_apbbnrockies.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 01:16:05 PDT Braves' 5-game win streak ends in 5-0 loss to LA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021136087_apbbnbraves.html?syndication=rss Tim Hudson kept the Atlanta Braves in the thick of a one-run game for seven innings, then highly touted Dodgers rookie Yasiel Puig showed them what all the fuss has been about. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021136087_apbbnbraves.html?syndication=rss Fri, 07 Jun 2013 01:16:05 PDT