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McCarthy gets first win following surgery

10:02 PM, May 18, 2013

Brandon McCarthy tossed his third career shutout and got his first win since undergoing emergency brain surgery, and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Miami Marlins, 1-0, in the middle test of a three-game series.

Angels outslug White Sox to end skid

8:09 PM, May 18, 2013

Alberto Callaspo hit a three-run homer and drove in five runs as the LA Angels of Anaheim took a 12-9 win over the Chicago White Sox in the third of a four-game set.

Rays use 6-run ninth to down O's

7:53 PM, May 18, 2013

Matt Joyce's two-run double was the go-ahead hit in a six-run ninth inning, as Tampa Bay rallied past Baltimore, 10-6, in the middle test of a three-game set from Camden Yards.

Arroyo shines as Reds rout Phillies

7:24 PM, May 18, 2013

Bronson Arroyo tossed 7 2/3 scoreless innings and struck out six as the Cincinnati Reds blanked the Philadelphia Phillies, 10-0, in the second of a three-game set from Citizens Bank Park.

Braves' O'Flaherty lands on DL

6:18 PM, May 18, 2013

The Atlanta Braves placed relief pitcher Eric O'Flaherty on the 15-day disabled list prior to Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Cardinals' Garcia heading to DL

5:54 PM, May 18, 2013

The St. Louis Cardinals will place pitcher Jaime Garcia on the 15-day disabled list because of a left shoulder strain, general manager John Mozeliak announced Saturday.

Reynolds lifts Indians over Mariners

4:35 PM, May 18, 2013

The Cleveland Indians squandered a four-run lead, but rebounded to beat the Seattle Mariners in walk-off fashion for the second straight day.

Athletics reinstate OF Young

4:23 PM, May 18, 2013

The Oakland Athletics reinstated outfielder Chris Young from the 15-day disabled list Saturday.

Feldman shines as Cubs rout Mets

4:07 PM, May 18, 2013

Scott Feldman pitched into the seventh inning and contributed two RBI as Chicago took an 8-2 win over the New York Mets in the second of three from Wrigley Field on Saturday.

Yanks continue home dominance of Jays

3:53 PM, May 18, 2013

For the Toronto Blue Jays, beating the Yankees in New York is like trying to solve a Rubik's Cube. It's a challenging task, and the answer continues to elude them.

Orioles bring up Jurrjens, Reimold to DL

2:34 PM, May 18, 2013

The Baltimore Orioles have selected the contract of pitcher Jair Jurrjens from their Triple-A affiliate in Norfolk and placed outfielder Nolan Reimold on the 15-day disabled among a host of moves before Saturday's game against Tampa Bay.

Yankees pick up Brignac from Colorado

1:00 PM, May 18, 2013

The New York Yankees have acquired utilityman Reid Brignac from the Colorado Rockies in exchange for cash considerations.

Rounding Third: Astros take step in the right direction

12:16 PM, May 18, 2013

It may not be the Ryan whom people in Houston had hoped would walk through the door.

Phils send red-hot Kendrick to hill to face Reds

9:30 AM, May 18, 2013

Kyle Kendrick tries to win his fifth consecutive decision when the Philadelphia Phillies resume their three-game series against the Cincinnati Reds at Citizens Bank Park.

McCarthy attempts to get off the schneid in Miami

9:30 AM, May 18, 2013

Brandon McCarthy hasn't won in eight starts this season. The right-hander aims for his first triumph in an Arizona uniform tonight when the Diamondbacks resume their three-game series at Marlins Park.

Hefner eyes first win of season at Wrigley

9:30 AM, May 18, 2013

The New York Mets have won back-to-back contests for the first time since the beginning of this month. Now the Mets hope to give right- hander Jeremy Hefner his first victory of the season when they resume a three- game series against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field.

Lynn shoots for seventh win of year against Brewers

9:30 AM, May 18, 2013

The St. Louis Cardinals own the best record in the National League. Lance Lynn has been a big reason why. The right-hander takes aim at his seventh win of the season Saturday when the Cards continue a three-game series versus the Milwaukee Brewers at Busch Stadium.

Zimmermann vies to become majors' first 8-game winner in San Diego

9:29 AM, May 18, 2013

There haven't been many pitchers better than Washington righty Jordan Zimmermann this year. He tries to become the majors' first eight-game winner on Saturday when the Nationals continue a four-game set with the San Diego Padres at Petco Park.

Braves rely on Medlen, as they resume series with the Dodgers

9:29 AM, May 18, 2013

Kris Medlen hasn't won since his second start of the season. The right-hander takes the mound tonight for Atlanta against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the middle portion of a three-game series at Turner Field.

Lincecum shoots for consecutive wins at Coors

9:29 AM, May 18, 2013

Tim Lincecum tries to string back-to-back wins together for the first time this season on Saturday when the San Francisco Giants continue their four-game series with the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field.

Indians eye another win over Mariners

9:28 AM, May 18, 2013

The Cleveland Indians take aim at their third win in a row on Saturday when they take on the Seattle Mariners in the second part of a four-game set at Progressive Field.

Yanks try to continue home mastery of Blue Jays

9:28 AM, May 18, 2013

David Phelps takes the hill for New York on Saturday when the Yankees attempt to continue their dominance over the Toronto Blue Jays in the Bronx.

Grimm hopes to turn things around versus Tigers

9:28 AM, May 18, 2013

Justin Grimm takes the hill on Saturday as the Texas Rangers try to bounce back against the Detroit Tigers in Arlington in the third test of a four-game series.

White Sox aim to stay hot in Anaheim

9:28 AM, May 18, 2013

The Chicago White Sox attempt to stay hot as they take on the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim in the third portion of a four-game set in the Golden State.

Royals try to even series in Oakland

9:27 AM, May 18, 2013

The Kansas City Royals seek revenge for their series- opening loss to the Oakland Athletics on Saturday when they tangle with them at the O.co Coliseum in the second installment of a three-game set.

Jurrjens makes O's debut in middle tilt with Rays

9:27 AM, May 18, 2013

Jair Jurrjens will make his Baltimore debut on Saturday when the Orioles host the Tampa Bay Rays in the middle test of a three-game series at Camden Yards..

Twins hope for some home cooking versus Red Sox

9:26 AM, May 18, 2013

The Minnesota Twins hope their home field advantage starts to make more of an impact against the Boston Red Sox on Saturday when they host them in the second matchup of a three-game series at Target Field.

Burnett hopes to add to Astros' woes

9:26 AM, May 18, 2013

A.J. Burnett tries to put the brakes on a personal two-game losing streak Saturday when the Pittsburgh Pirates continue a three-game series against the Houston Astros at PNC Park.

Nats edge Padres in 10 innings

1:46 AM, May 18, 2013

Chad Tracy hit a pinch-hit, two-out solo homer in the top of the 10th inning to propel the Washington Nationals past the San Diego Padres, 6-5, Friday in the second installment of a four-game series at Petco Park.

Sale, White Sox shut out Angels

1:09 AM, May 18, 2013

Chris Sale didn't flirt with a no-hitter this time, but again sailed along against the LA Angels of Anaheim.

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