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Harden Moves To Texas Bullpen
Rangers pitcher Rich Harden has agreed to move into the team's bullpen.
Texas will slide Derek Holland into the fifth spot of their starting rotation.
Holland will start for the Rangers on Friday.
Manny Not In Starting Lineup
Manny Ramirez joined the White Sox on Tuesday, but he was not in the team's starting lineup against the Indians.
Ramirez showed up at Progressive Field in Cleveland with his dreadlocks intact, but that may change if he plays immediately.
The White Sox have an appearance policy and they expect Ramirez to conform to it.
Rays Win In Front Of Just 11,968 Fans
The Rays defeated the Jays 6-2 on Monday night in front of just 11,968 fans at Tropicana Field.
Carlos Pena homered and drove in four runs as Wade Davis won his sixth straight decision.
Mets' Mejia Expected To Start On Saturday
The Mets are expected to start pitcher Jenrry Mejia on Saturday against the Cubs at Wrigley Field.
Mejia turned in a dominant performance for Triple-A Buffalo on Monday night.
He made New York's roster as a reliever coming out of spring training, but the club soon decided to send him back to the minors to continue his development as a starter.
Reds To Call Up Chapman
The Reds plan to call up pitcher Aroldis Chapman before Tuesday's game against the Brewers.
Cincinnati is looking to bolster their bullpen for the stretch run. Chapman recently threw a 105 mph fastball as a reliever for Triple-A Louisville.
"I think Dusty [Baker] will ease him into a role until he gets his feet on the ground, he gets accustomed to pitching up here," general manager Walt Jocketty said.
"Then depending on how he does, we'll see how the role develops."
Kuroda Takes No-Hitter Into Eighth
Dodgers pitcher Hiroki Kuroda took a no-hitter into the eighth inning against the Phillies on Monday night.
Los Angeles won their first game without Manny Ramirez 3-0 at Dodger Stadium.
Shane Victorino, hitless in seven career at-bats against Kuroda, hit a clean line-drive single to right field on Kuroda's 97th pitch of the game to break up the no-hitter.
"I got a good fastball to hit over the middle of the plate and belt-high, something I could handle," Victorino said. "Every other guy was going up there trying to get a base hit, too, but it just didn't happen."
Manny To Join White Sox Tuesday
Manny Ramirez will join the White Sox on Tuesday.
"I want him to feel comfortable here," manager Ozzie Guillen said Monday. "I want him to like it here. I want him to have fun and I want him to be Manny."
Chicago wants Ramirez to stretch with his teammates and be on the field for the national anthem. He also may have to trim his dreadlocks.
"Hopefully, he can come in here and give us some help," White Sox first baseman Paul Konerko said. "We need to make up some ground. There's no doubt Manny can hit. He makes any team better."
Rockies Looking For Reliever
The Rockies are looking for a relief pitcher, according to Sports Illustrated's Jon Heyman.
Roger Clemens Pleads Not Guilty
Roger Clemens entered a not guilty plea Monday to charges of lying to Congress about whether he used steroids or human growth hormone.
Clemens entered his plea in U.S. District Court.
If convicted, he could face up to 30 years in prison and a $1.5 million fine.
Jays Will Shut Down Morrow
The Blue Jays have decided to shut down pitcher Brandon Morrow.
Morrow will start one more time this season before Toronto puts him on the shelf.
He is 10-6 with a 4.27 ERA in 143 1/3 innings for the Jays this season.
Hoffman Records 599th Save
Trevor Hoffman is baseball's all-time saves leader.
Manny Ejected After One Pitch
Manny Ramirez hasn't started in the Dodgers' last four games.
Bob Feller Being Treated For Leukemia
Bob Feller pitched three no-hitters in his career.
White Sox Retire No. 35 For Thomas
Frank Thomas hit 448 home runs as a member of the White Sox.
Rangers Might Give Lee Extra Rest
Cliff Lee has struggled since he arrived in Texas.
Reds Send Volquez To Bullpen
Edinson Volquez retired only two batters in his last start.
Manny Doesn't Start, K's As Pinch-Hitter
The Dodgers are being protective of Manny Ramirez, who they are trying to trade to the White Sox.
Sabathia Is First Pitcher To 18 Wins
CC Sabathia is 14-2 over his last 17 starts.
Leyland Endorses Cabrera As AL MVP
Miguel Cabrera is hitting nearly 100 points higher than Blue Jays outfielder Jose Batista.
Reyes Wants To Remain With Mets
Jose Reyes has struggled with injuries in recent seasons, but he still loves playing for the Mets.
Chapman Throws 105 MPH Fastball
Aroldis Chapman has excelled as a reliever for Triple-A Louisville.
Nyjer Morgan Heckled Before Toss Into Stands
Nyjer Morgan tossed a baseball into the stands that struck a fan in the side of the head.
Nova Could Be Suspended For B12 Shots
Ivan Nova and a teammate reportedly injected each other with B12 shots last season.
Yanks Could Remove Burnett From Rotation
A.J. Burnett is scheduled to pitch Wednesday against Oakland.
La Russa, Pujols To Attend Rally In D.C.
The pair's role will be nonpolitical, according to Tony La Russa.
Would White Sox Waive No-Dreads Clause For Manny?
White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf has a rule against his players wearing dreadlocks.
Gallardo, Staffer Robbed At Gunpoint
Yovani Gallardo was robbed at gunpoint just a few hours after pitching against the Dodgers.
White Sox Awarded Manny, Teams Have Until Tuesday To Complete Trade
The Dodgers and White Sox have until Tuesday afternoon to work out a trade.
Manny Wants Extension If Traded
Manny Ramirez's desire for a contract extension isn't believed to be a deal breaker.
Girardi Preparing For Barrage Of Cubs Questions
The Yankees will play a weekend series in Chicago against the White Sox.