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Lincecum outpitches DuchschererSaturday 6/28, 11:43 PM CT
Tim Lincecum was able to outpitch Justin Duchscherer helping the the Giants snap a seven-game losing streak to the Athletics with a 1-0 victory Saturday night.

Our View: Lincecum struck out 11 for his third game with 10 or more Ks this year and won his ninth game against one loss.
Johnson's Independence comingSaturday 6/28, 11:26 PM CT
Florida skipper Fredi Gonzalez told the AP he will consider a six-man pitching rotation when injured starter Josh Johnson returns. Johnson, who has been rehabbing after reconstructive elbow ligament surgery.

Our View: Johnson is expected to return July 4 after his last rehab start Sunday with Double-A Carolina. If Mark Hendrickson continues to pitch poorly, Johnson could enter the current five-man rotation.
Owings says he'll startSaturday 6/28, 11:23 PM CT
Micah Owings said Saturday he expects to make his next scheduled start Wednesday at Milwaukee. Owings left Friday night's 3-1 loss against the Marlins with tightness in his lower back.

Our View: The big right-hander reportedly was favoring the injury after stretching for a catch covering first base an inning earlier.
Miller scuffling; loses seventhSaturday 6/28, 11:20 PM CT
Andrew Miller allowed six runs, three earned, on five hits in 5.2 innings on Saturday night. Miller walked three and struck out four in a 6-2 loss to the Diamondbacks.

Our View: The Marlins lefty has just one win in his last seven decisions and most of his struggles can be attributed to his 3.86 BB/9 ratio.
Webb shows off All Star formSaturday 6/28, 11:17 PM CT
Brandon Webb struck out eight and gave up two runs in six innings for the Diamondbacks, who ended a three-game losing streak and beat Florida 6-2 on Saturday night.

Our View: The Diamondbacks' ace gave up 11 earned runs in his previous two starts, both losses, but bounced back strong to keep Arizona (41-40) from falling below the .500 mark for the first time this season.
Lidge earns 19th saveSaturday 6/28, 11:09 PM CT
Brad Lidge worked a scoreless ninth for his 19th save securing Cole Hamels' eighth win of the season. Lidge has yet to allow a home run this season.

Our View: Lidge made it interesting by giving up two singles before striking out Josh Hamilton and Milton Bradley.
Hamels earns eighth winSaturday 6/28, 11:05 PM CT
Left-hander Cole Hamels struck out eight over seven innings and the Phillies held off two late surges by the Texas sluggers for a 11-10 win on Saturday night.

Our View: Hamels walked two in his eighth win of the season.
Utley goes deep; goes 3-for-5Saturday 6/28, 11:02 PM CT
Chase Utley broke out of his recent slump and hit a 418-foot home run in the third inning and the Philadelphia Phillies held on for an 8-6 victory over the Texas Rangers on Saturday night.

Our View: After Utley hit a 418-foot shot into the Rangers' bullpen in right-center field and Pat Burrell drew a walk, Howard hit a blast that landed in the second deck of seats above the bullpen. Yes the Phillies showed signs of breaking out of their recent funk.
Myers could be moved to 'penSaturday 6/28, 10:50 PM CT
The AP is reporting that right-hander Brett Myers could be pulled from the Phillies rotation and put back in the bullpen as Brad Lidge's setup man. Since winning two straight decisions in mid-April, Myers (3-9, 5.84 ERA in 17 starts) is 1-8 in his last 13 starts. "I talked to (Myers) for quite a while. He's struggling and trying to find it. Whatever he tries doesn't seem to work," Manuel said. "I'll think about what I want to do the next few days and we'll come up with something. We don't have a lot of options."

Our View: The report noted that while Manuel didn't announce any changes, it was clear he and Dubee aren't pleased with how things are going in Myers' return to the rotation.
Boggs earns third winSaturday 6/28, 10:36 PM CT
Rookie Mitchell Boggs remained unbeaten as the St. Louis Cardinals beat Kansas City 5-1 on Saturday night, snapping the Royals' six-game winning streak. Boggs allowed only four hits and one run in six innings.

Our View: Boggs is 3-0 despite a 4.37 ERA and 1.40 WHIP. The prospect has a nice array of pitches and while he isn't mixed league material yet, the sky is the limit for the young right-hander.
Ankiel goes long in Cards winSaturday 6/28, 10:34 PM CT
Rick Ankiel hit a two-run home run to give the St. Louis Cardinals a 4-0 lead in the sixth inning, and eventually beat Kansas City 5-1 on Saturday night.

Our View: Ankiel hit his 15th home run of the season, but still well behind his 2007 pace.
Valverde records 20th saveSaturday 6/28, 10:10 PM CT
Jose Valverde gave up a solo homer to Mike Lowell in the ninth, but struck out Jason Varitek to secure his 20th save in the Astros 11-10 win over the Red Sox on Saturday night.

Our View: Valverde has had his moments with his new team and that's evident by his 4.34 ERA and 1.42 WHIP.
Wigginton goes deep in Astros winSaturday 6/28, 10:08 PM CT
Ty Wigginton helped Houston rally from 4-0 and 9-6 deficits with a game-tying home run in the eight inning. Wigginton went 2-for-4 in the Astros' 11-10 win over the Red Sox.

Our View: The long ball was only Wiggs fifth of the season in 159 at-bats. The utilityman was a preseason sleeper to provide power to fantasy owners in NL-only formats.
Lee hits 18th HRSaturday 6/28, 9:58 PM CT
Carlos Lee hit a solo shot and a two-run double to help the the Houston Astros to an 11-10 win over the Boston Red Sox.

Our View: Lee helped Houston rally from 4-0 and 9-6 deficits with big at-bats on Saturday night.
Loretta goes deep in Houston winSaturday 6/28, 9:50 PM CT
Mark Loretta, filling in for the disabled Kaz Matusui, hit a three-run homer in the bottom of the third inning helping the the Houston Astros to an 11-10 win over the Boston Red Sox on Saturday night.

Our View: Loretta will see the majority of the playing time at second base with Kaz out, and took advantage of his at-bats with a huge home run against his former team.
Berkman hits game winning doubleSaturday 6/28, 9:46 PM CT
Lance Berkman, who stranded a handful of runners with strikeouts in his first three at-bats, hit a two-run double in the eighth inning Saturday night to lift the Houston Astros to an 11-10 win over the Boston Red Sox.

Our View: Berkman recorded his 64th and 65th RBI of the season to go along with his 70 runs, 21 homers and 12 stolen bases.
Livan can't extend Twins streakSaturday 6/28, 9:23 PM CT
Livan Hernandez lost for the first time in three starts as the Milwaukee Brewers beat Minnesota 5-1 on Saturday night to end the Twins' 10-game winning streak. Livan allowed four earned runs on five hits, walked four and struck out five in the loss.

Our View: The veteran fought through some early inning troubles to pitch seven innings, but did so by recording a season-high 115 pitches. Hernandez has allowed 157 hits in 110 innings this year.
Parra wins sixth straightSaturday 6/28, 9:18 PM CT
Manny Parra allowed two hits in seven innings to win his sixth straight game. The left-hander walked four and struck out six helping the the Brewers beat Minnesota 5-1 on Saturday night.

Our View: Parra improved his 4.29 ERA to 3.95 in the winning effort.
Uggla diagnosed with ankle sprainSaturday 6/28, 9:09 PM CT
Updating an earlier report, Dan Uggla reportedly suffered a sprained left ankle when sliding into second base in the bottom of the fourth inning. Uggla, who tried to take the field in the top of the fifth decided he couldn't continue. According to the Rays broadcasting network the X-rays were negative and Uggla is considered day-to-day.

Our View: If the injury was of the high variety, it's unlikely that Uggla would have even attempted to return to the field.
Beltran strikes out four timesSaturday 6/28, 8:00 PM CT
Carlos Beltran had a rough day at the plate on Saturday striking out in all four plate appearances. Three of his strike outs came against the Yankees' starter Andy Pettitte.

Our View: Beltran can be excused from the poor performance. He's been hot in June and is hitting .276 with 54 RBI, 58 runs scored and 11 stolen bases on the season.
Castro hits 425-foot shot in lossSaturday 6/28, 7:53 PM CT
Ramon Castro hit a monster shot off Andy Pettitte on Saturday afternoon that traveled and estimated 425 feet. The home run snapped Pettitte's 20-inning shutout streak.

Our View: Castro had only 51 at-bats coming into the game with one home run. The home run was the catchers only hit on the day.
Santana tough luck loser againSaturday 6/28, 7:43 PM CT
Johan Santana struck out eight over six innings but allowed three runs on four hits, enough for the Yankees to defeat the Mets 3-2 on Saturday afternoon. Santana walked four losing a career-worst four straight decisions.

Our View: Santana has pitched well to win the four games he's lost. In the left-handers last five starts he's recorded a 2.53 ERA.
Uggla exits with ankle injurySaturday 6/28, 7:20 PM CT
Dan Uggla exited Saturday night's game against Arizona in the top of the fifth inning with an apparent injury to his left ankle.

Our View: We will update the injury to the Florida second baseman when more information is available.
Lee goes 5-for-5, but Cubs loseSaturday 6/28, 6:46 PM CT
Derrek Lee went 5-for-5 with three RBI for the Cubs. Lee leadoff the ninth inning with a double but was stranded when Bobby Jenks got Aramis Ramirez to groundout to short with the infield in and then retired Jim Edmonds on a grounder to second to end the game.

Our View: Lee now has 51 RBI on the season and the five-hit game raised his average to .298.
Marmol suffers third lossSaturday 6/28, 6:33 PM CT
Carlos Marmol suffered his third loss of the season by giving up an eighth inning leadoff home run resulting in a 6-5 defeat at the hands of the White Sox.

Our View: Marmol has been working on a mechanical flaw in his delivery over the last week, but walked one and gave up a long ball to Carlos Quentin in his inning of work.
DeRosa records two hits in lossSaturday 6/28, 6:11 PM CT
Mark DeRosa went 2-for-5 in Saturday's 6-5 loss to the crosstown White Sox. The left fielder also scored twice and had a run-scoring single.

Our View: The longtime journeyman has found a home in Chicago. In 251 at-bats this season DeRosa is hitting .289 with 39 RBI and 45 runs scored. He' also stolen two bases without being caught.
Fuku scores twice in Cubs lossSaturday 6/28, 6:07 PM CT
Kosuke Fukudome started for the second straight game after missing two games to a calf injury. The right fielder hit at the top of the batting order and went 0-for-3 in the Cubs 6-5 loss to the White Sox.

Our View: Fuku did score two runs to take his run total to 55 on the season.
Hairston and Keppinger on the leftSaturday 6/28, 5:23 PM CT
Jerry Hairston Jr., since returning from the disabled list, has leadoff in both games, and is penciled in to lead off and start at shortstop tonight in Clevelan. Hariston is 2-for-8 since being activated.

Our View: Since both Hairston and Jeff Keppinger have returned from the disabled list they are covering the left side of the infield. Edwin Encarnacion has seen limited action in part to a back injury.
Yanks say Martinez tipped pitchSaturday 6/28, 4:59 PM CT
According to Matt Cerrone's Mets Blog Pedro Martinez was tipping his pitches in Friday's beat down at the hands of the Yankees. Following the game Martinez told reporters that he would need to review tape of his last few starts to determine exactly what he has been doing wrong of late. Sure enough, during today’s broadcast on FOX, Ken Rosenthal said Martinez told reporters today that he was clearly telegraphing his change-up to Yankee hitters yesterday by widening his glove while switching his grip. In his last two starts, Martinez allowed 12 runs and 21 base runners in 10 innings pitched. In his previous three starts, Martinez was 2–0 with a 4.23 ERA.

Our View: Rosenthal talked with a Yankees coach, and a few players, all of whom confirmed Martinez had been tipping his pitches, just as the pitcher suspected.
Lo Duca back in lineup; starting in LFSaturday 6/28, 4:52 PM CT
Paul Lo Duca is starting in left field for Saturday night's game against the Nationals. Washington is hosting the Orioles, the second tilt of a three-game interleague set.

Our View: Lo Duca was suffering from light-headedness earlier in the week which was probably a result of looking at his statline this year. The veteran catcher is hitting .190 with no home runs, four RBI and seven runs scored in 63 at-bats.
ManRam in left second straight gameSaturday 6/28, 4:48 PM CT
Manny Ramirez is in playing left field for the second straight game on Saturday in Houston. The Boston slugger has been gimpy due to a right hamstring strain and was 0-for-4 in his return Friday night.

Our View: Ramirez is 0-for-3 in his career versus Astros' starter Brandon Backe.
Hall to third, Branyan to firstSaturday 6/28, 3:49 PM CT
Regular first baseman Prince Fielder will once again be filling designated hitter duties for Milwaukee in interleague action against Minnesota today, but putting Russell Branyan at first base has surprised local reporters, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

Our View: The move also puts Bill Hall at third base, potentially the driving force behind the changes. Hall is 3-for-10 versus Minnesota star Livan Hernandez and will hit seventh in the order.
Hudson takes the lossSaturday 6/28, 3:20 PM CT
Atlanta RHP Tim Hudson suffered through his sixth loss of the season today, falling 9-5 the Toronto Blue Jays. Hudson lasted five innings, surrendering six runs (all earned) on seven hits with three walks and three strikeouts, including two homers surrendered to do the bulk of the damage.

Our View: This brings Hudson to 1-3 for the month of June and 8-6 overall, today being the second game in his last three starts to surrender six earned runs.
Mets seeking pitcher for TuesdaySaturday 6/28, 3:07 PM CT
New York manager Jerry Manueal has told reporters the Mets, facing a four-game set against the Cardinals later this week and a rotation in need of help, will be either activating an arm from Triple-A New Orleans or may seek to trade for a vetearn capable of starting, according to MetsBlog.com.

Our View: The game in question will be on Tuesday, the second of the four-game set. John Maine is set to go on Monday but the spot after is vacant. We'll update as news comes forth.
Church confirmed for SundaySaturday 6/28, 2:37 PM CT
Updating an earlier report, the Mets have confirmed outfielder Ryan Church will be on the field tomorrow in the third and final game of the interleague series against the Yanks, according to MetsBlog.com.

Our View: MB also notes outfielder Moises Alou is likely to return next weekend. We'll keep you posted on the progress of that sidestory with updates likely to come later in the week.
Eyre to DL, Ascanio recalledSaturday 6/28, 2:15 PM CT
The Cubbies had hoped to avoid the need to rest him for a prolonged period of time, but reliever Scott Eyre has been placed on the 15-day disabled list with a left groin strain, according to the Sports Network.

Our View: Eyre has gone 2-0 with a 4.91 earned-run average in 8 relief appearances for Chicago this season. To replace Eyre on the roster, the Cubs have called up pitcher Jose Ascanio, who will be available for Saturday's game against the White Sox, from Triple-A Iowa.
Chipper & others out for Braves today (and Sun)Saturday 6/28, 1:25 PM CT
The Braves are reporting progress for several of their injured players, including third baseman Chipper Jones, but none will return for interleague action today, according to MLB.com.

Our View: The Braves are also without Yunel Escobar and Omare Infante today. All three missing pieces took batting practice today and show signs of pending return, but the reports from MLB suggest they are all likely to sit on Sunday as well.
Phillips gets the start in left for the MetsSaturday 6/28, 1:19 PM CT
The Mets are giving outfielder Andy Phillips his first start with the club against the Yankees today, lining him up in left field and hitting seventh in the order, according to the NY Daily News.

Our View: The Mets claimed former Yankees first baseman Andy Phillips off waivers from the Reds on Wednesday. Only 3-for-21 with the Reds, nothing would be better than getting in the mix against his old mates today.
Church in the house, not likely to startSaturday 6/28, 1:16 PM CT
Reports from New York have Mets outfield Ryan Church in uniform and in the clubhouse today, but beliefs put forth have him serving off the bench rather than starting against the Yankees today, according to the New York Daily News.

Our View: Church, on the disabled list since June 6 because of post-concussion syndrome, was scheduled to play in the field last night for the Single-A Brooklyn Cyclones, but rumors of a return on Sunday have him back with the squad in the Big Apple. It sounds like he is on pace to meet our expectations but could pinch hit today. Stay tuned.
Miller gets crack at Webb & ArizonaSaturday 6/28, 12:43 PM CT
The Marlins will turn to young starter Andrew Miller in their battle with the Arizona Diamondbacks today, according to the Sports Network.

Our View: Miller was successful in his first meeting with the Diamondbacks on May 22nd, scattering five hits over seven scoreless innings, walking one and striking out nine in the Marlins' 4-0 victory. He's 1-3 in six starts since, however, including a 7-1 loss to Oakland on June 22nd in which he gave up seven hits and four earned runs in four innings.
Zona needs Webb back on trackSaturday 6/28, 12:39 PM CT
The Diamondbacks will be enjoying the efforts of the best pitcher on the staff as they face the Florida Marlins this evening, one of few non-interleague slates on the day, according to the Sports Network. Brandon Webb comes in hoping to get his season back in dominating form, but there is reason for concern.

Our View: Webb began the season with nine straight victories, but has since dropped four of six decisions, including a 3-1 loss at Florida on May 21st, allowing six hits and three runs over seven innings in that outing, walking none and striking out seven. Webb pitched for two more wins on May 31st and June 6th to improve to 11-2, but is winless in three subsequent starts, allowing 21 hits and 12 earned runs in 15 1/3 innings against the New York Mets, Oakland and Minnesota.
Parra gets the start vs MinnesotaSaturday 6/28, 12:32 PM CT
The Brewers are set to match a strong arm with one of their own, sending RHP Manny Parra to the hill to do battle with the Twins, according to the Sports Network.

Our View: Parra is riding a five-game win streak and has his sights set on #6. However, Parra has not pitched well away from Miller Park, posting a mediocre 2-2 record in six starts with a worrisome 7.23 ERA.
Hernandez gets the start vs MilwaukeeSaturday 6/28, 12:29 PM CT
The Twins will be sending veteran Livan Hernandez to the mound today to keep the good vibes going against the Milwaukee Brewers, according to the Sports Network.

Our View: The Twins have collected 10 consecutive wins and now sit just a half-game back of the AL Central leading Chicago White Sox. During this impressive stretch Minnesota swept National League opponents Washington, Arizona and San Diego, and are tied with the Kansas City Royals for the best record in interleague play this season at 13-3. Since going 0-3 over a span of six starts, Hernandez has won back-to-back starts, including a 5-3 decision over Arizona this past Sunday. The 33-year-old hurler is a perfect 6-0 in nine starts at home.
Padres turn to Baek against SeattleSaturday 6/28, 12:06 PM CT
Nothing like facing your former employer in interleague action, a reality RHP Cha Seung Baek will enjoy this evening as his Padres hit the field against the Seattle Mariners, according to the Sports Network.

Our View: The Padres acquired Baek from the Mariners back on May 29th, and in return the Padres sent pitcher Jared Wells to Seattle. Since being acquired, the right-hander is 0-2 in four starts, but does have a win in a relief appearance. Baek allowed six runs on eight hits in 6 1/3 innings against Detroit in his last outing.
Billingsley set to face AngelsSaturday 6/28, 12:00 PM CT
RHP Chad Billingsley will be hitting the mound to represent his Dodgers against the cross-town rival Angels this evening, according to the Sports Network.

Our View: Billingsley is just 6-7 on the season but has won his last two starts, and has lowered his ERA to a solid 3.64. Billingsley only lasted five innings in his matchup against the Cleveland Indians this past Sunday, but he still collected a 4-3 victory, allowing three runs on eight hits, but also posted four strikeouts. In his career, the 23-year-old has made three appearances against the Angels, including one start. In nine total innings of work against Anaheim, Billingsley has surrendered four runs (only two earned) on six hits and five walks.
Boggs starts for St. LouSaturday 6/28, 11:53 AM CT
The Cardinals will send RHP Mitchell Boggs to the mound this evening to face the Kansas City Royals, according to the Sports Network.

Our View: Boggs is 2-0 with a 5.40 ERA and comes off a win last Saturday against the Boston Red Sox, allowing three runs and five hits in 5 1/3 innings.
Lannan takes mound for NatsSaturday 6/28, 11:34 AM CT
The Nationals will ask John Lannan to cover the duties on the mound this evening as they face the Washington Nationals, according to the Sports Network.

Our View: Lannan has surrendered three runs or less in his last six starts, giving up two in each of his last five outings, but does not have much to show for it, posting an 0-4 mark over that span. Washington has given Lannan just four runs of support in his last six starts. Lannan, who is 4-8 with a 3.34 ERA on the season, received a no-decision on Sunday against the Texas Rangers, as he allowed two runs and four hits in six innings of his team's 5-3 loss.
Bautista to DL, Benchoten & Beam recalledSaturday 6/28, 11:23 AM CT
The Pirates have recalled pitchers John Van Benchoten and T.J. Beam from Triple-A Indianapolis, also placing reliever Denny Bautista on the 15-day disabled list, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

Our View: Bautista was struck on the right forearm by a line drive last night. X-rays did not detect a fracture last night, but he was to have been tested further today. It was not immediately clear why Van Benschoten was getting the call, although the Pirates are in need of a starter for the game next Wednesday in Cincinnati. Ty Taubenheim already had been summoned to make the start tonight in place of Dumatrait, and it is possible he could be sent right back after the game. Beam had just been sent back to Indianapolis Thursday and, in an ordinary circumstance, could not be recalled for 10 days. But placing another pitcher on the disabled list qualifies as an exception.
Backe faces BostonSaturday 6/28, 11:16 AM CT
The Astros are hoping RHP Brandon Backe can solve the challenge of earning a win against the Boston Red Sox, according to the Sports Network.

Our View: Backe is 5-8 with a 4.82 ERA, picking up a win on Sunday against the Tampa Bay Rays as he allowed two runs and six hits in 6 2/3 innings. Backe will be making his first-ever start against the Red Sox, but has faced them four times out of the bullpen without recording a decision. However, he has pitched to a 13.50 ERA in those outings.
Hamels to hurl vs Texas todaySaturday 6/28, 11:03 AM CT
The Phillies will send LHP Cole Hamels to the mound today as they face the Texas Rangers in interleague action, according to the Sports Network.

Our View: This past Sunday Hamels suffered a tough 3-2 loss to Anaheim. In the setback the lefty made one mistake, giving up a three-run homer to Casey Kotchman. Despite the long ball, Hamels tossed seven innings, scattering six hits, while striking out four batters. The 24-year-old has struggled on the road this year, posting a 2-1 ledger and a 4.01 ERA in six starts away from Citizen Bank Ball Park.
Beane to focus on soccer in '09?Saturday 6/28, 10:58 AM CT
Reports out of baseball are indicating Oakland general manager Billy Beane may be preparing to step down from his post at the end of the season, according to Tracy Ringolsby of the Rocky Mountain News.

Our View: Ringolsby reports assistant GM David Frost has refused several requests for comment while rumors that Beane has a strong desire to try his hand in managing in the MLS (that's right, professional soccer) continue to swirl. A's owner Lewis Wolf also owns the San Jose Earthquakes of MLS and Beane may decide to focus his attention on the soccer franchise in '09. It is unclear whether Beane will remain involved with the baseball operations. We will update if more news becomes available.
Cueto set for duties vs ClevelandSaturday 6/28, 10:38 AM CT
The Reds are sending rookie hurler Johnny Cueto to the mound this evening as they face the Cleveland Indians, according to the Sports Network.

Our View: Cueto's last win came June 6 at Florida, but in 17 subsequent innings has allowed 14 hits and nine runs while losing to St. Louis, the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees. He "earned" a no-decision in the Reds' 4-3 home win on May 16, allowing three hits and three runs with seven strikeouts in six innings. He's 3-4 in seven starts since, but, has dropped three straight. Cueto is 1-5 in seven road starts with a 6.49 ERA in 34 2/3 innings.
Francis gets the call for ColoradoSaturday 6/28, 10:30 AM CT
The Rockies are hoping LHP Jeff Francis can get his season back on track this evening as they travel to Detroit to face the Tigers, according to the Sports Network.

Our View: Francis, labeled as the team's ace after last year's trip to the World Series, is failing in his attempts to solidify the respect, going 1-3 at home with an ERA of 6.07 in eight home starts. The last time the 27-year-old was on the hill he was knocked around by the Royals, allowing seven runs on seven hits in just 4 1/3 innings. Francis allowed three walks and two home runs in the 8-4 loss.
Hudson set to take mound vs TorontoSaturday 6/28, 10:17 AM CT
Atlanta veteran Tim Hudson will be tasked with keeping his team in the win column this evening as the Braves take on the Toronto Blue Jays, according to the Sports Network.

Our View: After going winless in his previous five starts, Hudson baffled the Seattle Mariners this past Sunday. In the 8-3 victory, the 32-year-old tossed seven scoreless innings, scattering four hits, while striking out two batters. Hudson has not been at his best away from home, going just 2-4 with a 3.74 ERA in nine road starts. In 53 innings of duty on the road, Hudson has allowed 52 hits, but has held the opposition to just 24 runs and only four home runs.
Teubenheim set for debutSaturday 6/28, 10:14 AM CT
Pittsburgh RHP Ty Taubenheim will be making his Pittsburgh debut this evening as the Pirates welcome interleague foe Tampa Bay to PNC Park this evening, according to the Sports Network.

Our View: Taubenheim is 0-5 with a 5.55 ERA in eight career starts. Pittsburgh won two of three games at home versus Tampa Bay from June 10-12 of the 2005 campaign and is 4-3 in its seven meetings with the Rays. The Pirates are 4-8 in interleague play this season, while the Rays own an 11-5 record.
Pedro tells Mets "I'm worried"Saturday 6/28, 9:15 AM CT
Pedro Martinez is telling the staff of the Mets that he is harboring strong concerns about his ability to produce and get back on track, according to the New York Post.

Our View: Martinez was abused by the Yankees in a loss at Shea Stadium and followed by telling reporters that he cannot deny his failures on the mound, and that he views it as something to worry about. Martinez said he feels fine physically. Though he gave up six hits and a season-worst five walks, his velocity seemed fine, frequently touching the 90-mph barrier. It may be the words of frustration, but the Mets can no longer deny the issue needs to be addressed, and that should put fantasy owners on alert as well.
Soriano closer to returnSaturday 6/28, 9:10 AM CT
Rumors of a quick return for Chicago outfielder Alfonso Soriano appear to be leaning towards reality, according to the Chicago Sun Times.

Our View: After another X-ray Friday on Soriano's injured left hand, the Cubs said doctors are ''very pleased'' with how quickly he's healing, and he's expected to return from the disabled list sooner than the original six-week prognosis. The Cubs' leadoff hitter has been cleared to start range-of-motion and strengthening work without a splint, the team said. Soriano has stated he wants to return to batting practice this week and has every intention of representing his team in the All-Star game. This timeline could help him reach those goals.
Oswalt, others staying in HoustonSaturday 6/28, 9:03 AM CT
The drama created by Shawn Chacon and the resulting barrage of assertions that a move out of Houston for several players, namely ace Roy Oswalt , seems to be going without attention from team management as reports indicate the Houston Astros have no intentions of becoming sellers in the trade market, according to the Houston Chronicle.

Our View: After Chacon assaulted general manager Ed Wade, several players noted the outburst was no surprise and that several of the veterans on this team no longer wish to work in Houston as a result. Oswalt was the biggest name attached to such sentiment, but owner Drayton McClane has told reporters he carries no such plans and the current team will remain intact moving forward.
Ethier crushes three-run homer Saturday 6/28, 12:46 AM CT
Andre Ethier went 1-for-3 with a three-run homer in Friday's 6-0 victory over the Angels.

Our View: He has seven home runs, and that was his first since May 16, which also came against the Angels.
Park throws six scoreless Saturday 6/28, 12:41 AM CT
Chan Ho Park threw six scoreless innings, with only four hits given up, in Friday's 6-0 win over the Angels, with no walks and seven strikeouts.

Our View: Park has only allowed one earned run over his last two outings (11 innings) as a spot starter in the Dodgers' rotation.
Headley slugs two-run homer Saturday 6/28, 12:31 AM CT
Chase Headley went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer in Friday's 5-2 loss to the Mariners.

Our View: He was the only source of scoring for the Padres tonight, as they lost their fifth-straight game. Headley has three homers and five RBI over 10 games (40 at-bats), and is worth targeting if you can use some help in your outfield.
Winn musters only RBI for Giants Saturday 6/28, 12:10 AM CT
Randy Winn went 1-for-4 and mustered the Giants' only RBI in Friday's 4-1 loss to the Athletics.

Our View: He collected his 33rd RBI of the season, with 14 coming in June. He maintains a .302 average and remains a serviceable fantasy outfielder in NL-only and larger mixed-leagues.
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