Albert Pujols hit the 300th home run of his career on Friday against the Cubs, becoming the fifth-youngest player in Major League history to reach the milestone.
Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim righthander John Lackey and Arizona Diamondbacks' hurler Dan Haren have been named the MLB Pitchers of the Month for June.
Right fielder J.D. Drew of the Boston Red Sox and shortstop Hanley Ramirez of the Florida Marlins have been named the MLB Players of the Month for June.
The MLB Players' Association has filed a grievance over the release of pitcher Shawn Chacon claiming that Houston's decision to terminate his contract was without just cause.