After winning Game 2 of the ALDS on Sunday, Tigers closer Jose Valverde is guaranteeing a series win over the Yankees.
June 2011 - Baseball Wiretap
Valverde: Tigers A Lock To Win ALDS
Relief Role Possible For Verlander In Potential Game 5
If the ALDS between the Tigers and Yankees goes five games, right-hander Justin Verlander could come out of the bullpen in the decisive fifth game.
Rangers To Start Moreland At First In Game 3
The Rangers started Michael Young at first base in Game 1 against left-hander Matt Moore.
Zambrano Spoke To Guillen About Pitching For Marlins
The Cubs still owe Carlos Zambrano some $18 million under his current contract.
Cubs 'Obviously Interested' In Epstein
Theo Epstein has one year left on his contract and has refused to deny any interest in taking the same job with the Cubs.
Johan Santana Makes Instructional League Start
Johan Santana could make another start in Fort Myers on Friday.
Royals Searching For Front-Line Starter
The Royals have just one "must" on their offseason priority list, finding a front-line starting pitcher.
Burnett Will Pitch Game 4 In Detroit
A.J. Burnett finished the regular season with a disappointing 5.15 ERA and 11 wins.
Verlander Offered To Start Game 2
Justin Verlander and CC Sabathia will face off in Game 3 on Monday.
Ankle Won't Keep Pujols Out Of Game 2
Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols left the team's loss to the Phillies on Saturday a bit early after aggravating some nagging left ankle discomfort.
Angels Embark On 'Wide Open' GM Search
The Angels are searching for their next general manager after Tony Reagins resigned on Friday.
Sabathia Likely To Pitch Game 3
If CC Sabathia starts Monday's Game 3, A.J. Burnett is expected to take the mound in Game 4.
Ibanez: This Is Where Phillies Are 'Expected To Be'
The Phillies trailed the Cardinals early, but came back to take Game 1 of their NLDS 11-6 behind late hitting.
Cano Hopes To Continue Hitting Third
Robinson Cano had six RBI hitting out of the third hole on Saturday night.
Ferris Bueller Returns To Wrigley Field
The 1986 film "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" was screened Saturday night at Wrigley Field, marking the film's 25th anniversary.
Red Sox Haven't Told Epstein He Can't Talk To Cubs
The Boston Globe points out that while Theo Epstein and the Red Sox have been asked many times about the Cubs, a firm "no" has never been issued.
GM: Utley's Woes Stem From Balky Knee
Chase Utley began the season late because of tendinitis in his right knee.
Tigers Don't Know Much About Nova
Ivan Nova pitched two innings of scoreless relief against Detroit in his Major League debut last season.
Pettitte To Throw First Pitch Before Game 2
Andy Pettitte will throw the ceremonial first pitch at Yankee Stadium prior to Game 2 of the ALDS against the Tigers on Sunday.
Rangers Going With Lewis, Harrison In Games 3, 4
Colby Lewis beat the Yankees twice last season in the ALCS.
Phillies Aren't Taking Cardinals Lightly
The Phillies aren't going to dismiss the Cardinals, who aren't embracing the title of underdogs in the playoffs.
Arizona Puts Jarrod Parker In Bullpen
Jarrod Parker made his Major League debut on Tuesday against the Dodgers.
Baylor Returns To D-Backs After Fainting
Don Baylor fainted on Friday, a result of a bad reaction to medicine.
Heyward Not Guaranteed Spot In Right Field
Jason Heyward struggled in his second Major League season.
Braves Don't Project Lowe As 2012 Starter
The Braves could trade Derek Lowe or move him into the bullpen.
Rollins Rips Reyes For Leaving Finale To Preserve Batting Title
Jimmy Rollins says he would have played the entire game even if he had a batting title in jeopardy.
Burnett Could Start Potential Game 4
The Yankees will need a fourth starter in the first round after Friday night's rain postponement.
Verlander To Pitch Monday, Sabathia Wants To Go Sunday
Friday night's rain postponement between the Yankees and Tigers ruined the rotation plans of both New York and Detroit.
Philly, St. Louis Mayors Bet On Series
The mayors of Philadelphia and St. Louis have placed a beverage wager on the first round of the baseball playoffs.
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