The Seattle Times: Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/index.html en-us Copyright 2013 The Seattle Times Company Fri, 24 May 2013 23:50:10 PDT Fri, 24 May 2013 23:50:10 PDT MattBase 1 The Seattle Times: Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/art/ui/stlogo_231.gif http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/ Dodgers open homestand with 7-0 loss to Cardinals http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053777_apbbndodgers.html?syndication=rss The Dodgers returned home and lost for the fifth time in seven games, with sluggers Matt Kemp and Andre Ethier going hitless in a combined six at-bats. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053777_apbbndodgers.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 23:46:08 PDT Mariners battered again http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021053656_mariners25.html?syndication=rss For the Mariners, having Joe Saunders on the mound at Safeco Field seemed like a promising slump-busting scenario. After all, the veteran... Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021053656_mariners25.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 23:48:54 PDT Mariners find new, old ways to lose their seventh straight http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/24/mariners-find-new-old-ways-to-lose-their-seventh-straight/?syndication=rss In some ways, it was the same old same old: Mariner starter gets rocked, puts team in big hole they can’t climb out of. We’ve seen it repeatedly with the bottom three of the Seattle rotation, a trend that is threatening to bring the season down. The difference this time is that  Joe Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/24/mariners-find-new-old-ways-to-lose-their-seventh-straight/?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 23:42:36 PDT Seattle drops 7th straight in 9-5 loss to Texas http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053760_apbbamariners.html?syndication=rss A flurry of roster moves and Joe Saunders pitching at Safeco Field, where he had never lost, couldn't snap Seattle's skid. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053760_apbbamariners.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 23:32:13 PDT Bloomquist helps Aces beat Rainiers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021053661_rainiers25.html?syndication=rss In his first game of a rehabilitation assignment, infielder Willie Bloomquist was 2 for 4 with four runs batted in to boost the Reno Aces... Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021053661_rainiers25.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 23:15:04 PDT Tim Lincecum roughed up by Rockies again http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053718_apbbngiants.html?syndication=rss Tim Lincecum is having his share of trouble against Colorado's dangerous lineup. When he misses, the Rockies capitalize. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053718_apbbngiants.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 23:10:10 PDT Rockies beat Giants for fourth straight time http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053589_apbbnrockiesgiants.html?syndication=rss When Michael Cuddyer thinks back to missing the final two months last season, a minimum 15-day stint on the disabled list hardly seemed like a long layoff. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053589_apbbnrockiesgiants.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 23:09:09 PDT Berkman, Baker power Texas past Seattle 9-5 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053647_apbbarangersmariners.html?syndication=rss Jeff Baker hit a two-run homer and Lance Berkman added a three-run shot, both off Seattle starter Joe Saunders, and the Texas Rangers beat the Mariners 9-5 on Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053647_apbbarangersmariners.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 22:38:08 PDT Cardinals beat Dodgers 7-0 behind Lance Lynn http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053634_apbbncardinalsdodgers.html?syndication=rss Lance Lynn pitched two-hit ball over six innings, and David Freese and Allen Craig each homered and drove in three runs, helping the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-0 on Friday night for their third win in a row. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053634_apbbncardinalsdodgers.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 22:15:09 PDT Burnett a hard-luck loser, Pirates fall to Brewers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053624_apbbnpirates.html?syndication=rss The hard luck remains for the Pittsburgh Pirates' A.J. Burnett. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053624_apbbnpirates.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 22:04:10 PDT Trout, Vargas lead Angels over Royals http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053614_apbbaroyals.html?syndication=rss Kansas City Royals manager Ned Yost thought Mike Trout was out stealing second in the seventh inning. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053614_apbbaroyals.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 22:00:15 PDT Sanchez loses no-hitter in 9th http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021053584_base25.html?syndication=rss Anibal Sanchez took a no-hitter into the ninth inning before Minnesota's Joe Mauer broke it up with a one-out single, and that was the only... Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021053584_base25.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 21:49:04 PDT D-backs score 5 in the 7th to beat Padres 5-2 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053536_apbbnpadresdiamondbacks.html?syndication=rss Brandon McCarthy pitched seven effective innings for his second straight win and Paul Goldschmidt hit a two-run double to cap Arizona's five-run seventh inning, lifting the Diamondbacks to a 5-2 victory over the San Diego Padres on Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053536_apbbnpadresdiamondbacks.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 23:46:04 PDT Indians struggle against Lackey 8-1 loss at Boston http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053541_apbbaindians.html?syndication=rss Cleveland starter Justin Masterson said he felt something was slightly off as he prepared to face the Boston Red Sox. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053541_apbbaindians.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 23:31:05 PDT Braves-Mets suspended, game to resume Saturday http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053473_apbbnbravesmets.html?syndication=rss Evan Gattis had a two-run, pinch-hit single in the top of the eighth, then the Mets rallied to tie it in a downpour in the bottom half before the Atlanta Braves and New York were suspended by rain with the score 5-5 Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053473_apbbnbravesmets.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 23:16:05 PDT Mariners call up Triunfel; Andino cut loose http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021053487_marinersnotes25.html?syndication=rss Triunfel was hitting .300 (51 for 170) with 29 runs, 14 doubles, two triples, four homers and 19 RBI in 44 games for Tacoma. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021053487_marinersnotes25.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 23:50:03 PDT This date in baseball http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053466_apbbothisdateinbaseball.html?syndication=rss May 26 Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053466_apbbothisdateinbaseball.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 23:16:05 PDT Twins nearly no-hit in 6-0 loss to Tigers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053458_apbbatwins.html?syndication=rss Joe Mauer is becoming quite the spoiler. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053458_apbbatwins.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 23:01:06 PDT Phillies can't get even, fall 5-2 to Nationals http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053451_apbbnphillies.html?syndication=rss The Philadelphia Phillies had a chance to get even. In two ways. A win would have put them at .500 for the first time since April 14. It also would have tied them with the Washington Nationals for second place in the NL East. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053451_apbbnphillies.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 23:01:04 PDT White Sox slip past Marlins 4-3 in 11 innings http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053428_apbbomarlinswhitesox.html?syndication=rss Jeff Keppinger drove in the winning run on a single in the 11th and John Danks was solid in his season debut and the Chicago White Sox beat the Miami Marlins 4-3 on Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053428_apbbomarlinswhitesox.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 23:01:04 PDT Young's 3-run homer gives A's 6-5 win over Astros http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053441_apbbaathleticsastros.html?syndication=rss Chris Young connected on a three-run homer in the ninth inning to lift the Oakland Athletics to a 6-5 win over the Houston Astros on Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053441_apbbaathleticsastros.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 23:01:04 PDT Hernandez struggles in Rays' 9-4 loss to Yanks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053438_apbbarays.html?syndication=rss Roberto Hernandez is struggling to find his old form. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053438_apbbarays.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 22:46:08 PDT Granderson hurt as Yankees beat Rays 9-4 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053285_apbbayankeesrays.html?syndication=rss Another injury marred a New York Yankees' victory. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053285_apbbayankeesrays.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 22:46:05 PDT Sanchez loses no-hit bid in 9th, Tigers beat Twins http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053232_apbbatwinstigers.html?syndication=rss Add another near miss in this 2013 baseball season - this time it was Detroit's Anibal Sanchez falling just short of a no-hitter. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053232_apbbatwinstigers.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 22:31:05 PDT No shave for Johnson after Nats top Phillies 5-2 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053234_apbbnphilliesnationals.html?syndication=rss The Washington Nationals didn't have a close shave, and neither did Davey Johnson. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053234_apbbnphilliesnationals.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 22:31:05 PDT Trout, Vargas lead Angels over Royals http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053398_apbbaangelsroyals.html?syndication=rss Mike Trout had his 21st multi-hit game, Jason Vargas pitched into the eighth inning and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Kansas City Royals 5-2 on Friday night to extend their winning streak to six games. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053398_apbbaangelsroyals.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 22:31:05 PDT Estrada, Gonzalez lead Brewers over Pirates http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053380_apbbnpiratesbrewers.html?syndication=rss Marco Estrada gave up one run over seven innings and Alex Gonzalez had a two-run double, leading the Milwaukee Brewers to a 2-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053380_apbbnpiratesbrewers.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 22:16:04 PDT Red Sox top Indians 8-1 behind Lackey's pitching http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053355_apbbaindiansredsox.html?syndication=rss John Lackey allowed two hits in seven innings, Mike Carp hit a three-run homer and the Boston Red Sox beat the Cleveland Indians 8-1 on a rainy Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053355_apbbaindiansredsox.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 22:01:08 PDT Votto, Hanigan HRs lead Reds over Cubs 7-4 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053318_apbbncubsreds.html?syndication=rss Joey Votto extended his hitting streak to 12 games with a homer, and Ryan Hanigan and Brandon Phillips also homered on Friday night, powering the Cincinnati Reds to their fourth straight win, 7-4 over the Chicago Cubs. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053318_apbbncubsreds.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 22:01:08 PDT Davis hits 16th HR as Orioles beat Blue Jays http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053315_apbbaoriolesbluejays.html?syndication=rss Chris Davis hit his major league-leading 16th home run, Nick Markakis had three hits and three RBIs and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Toronto Blue Jays 10-6 on Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053315_apbbaoriolesbluejays.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 21:46:04 PDT Game thread, Mariners vs. Rangers, May 24: Mariners lose, 9-5 http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/24/game-thread-mariners-vs-rangers-may-24/?syndication=rss The M’s showed some life, scoring three in the ninth, but still dropped their seventh straight. Jesus Sucre led off the ninth with his first major-league hit, a solid single to right, and scored on Brendan Ryan’s double. RANGERS SEVENTH: Three more runs, and the rout is on. Mariners have Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/24/game-thread-mariners-vs-rangers-may-24/?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 22:20:16 PDT Wedge says Triunfel will play "semi-regularly" http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/24/wedge-says-triunfel-will-play-semi-regularly/?syndication=rss Lots of news to cover today, obviously. First of all, manager Eric Wedge said he expects Carlos Triunfel, flying to Seattle from Reno, to get here right around game time. He indicated that Triunfel will play shortstop, second and even some third base. “He’s not going to play every day, b Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/24/wedge-says-triunfel-will-play-semi-regularly/?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 20:01:06 PDT Sanabia : I didn't know spitter was against rules http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053099_apbbnmarlinssanabia.html?syndication=rss Miami Marlins pitcher Alex Sanabia said he didn't know it was illegal to spit directly onto a baseball. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021053099_apbbnmarlinssanabia.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 19:16:04 PDT Yankees' Teixeira to play in minors on Wednesday http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021049733_apbbayankeesteixeira.html?syndication=rss Yankees first baseman Mark Teixeira expects to play in his first game since hurting his right wrist in early March, suiting up for a minor-league game with Double-A Trenton on Wednesday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021049733_apbbayankeesteixeira.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 18:01:06 PDT Bizarre day ends with Robert Andino DFA from Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/24/bizarre-day-ends-with-robert-andino-dfa-from-mariners/?syndication=rss Well, this sure wasn’t how the Mariners expected this day to go. The day began with the Mariners planning to take a minor leaguer off the 40-man roster in order to clear a spot for catcher Jesus Sucre. Instead, it has ended with Robert Andino being designated for assignment to free that spot a Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/24/bizarre-day-ends-with-robert-andino-dfa-from-mariners/?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 21:55:53 PDT Triunfel joins Mariners, Andino DFA'd (with lineups) http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/24/triunfel-joins-mariners-andino-dfad/?syndication=rss Lots of wheels were turning today with the Mariners, and when they stopped, utility infielder Robert Andino was off the ballclub. He was designated for assignment, a move that cleared space on the 40-man roster for catcher  Jesus Sucre, who as expected was selected from Triple-A  Tacoma. S Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/24/triunfel-joins-mariners-andino-dfad/?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 17:31:05 PDT Here's what's going on with Robert Andino http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/24/heres-whats-going-on-with-robert-andino/?syndication=rss Well, I was told yesterday that the Mariners would not be removing a player from the MLB roster in order to free up a spot for Jesus Sucre to join the team. Nothing has officially changed in that regard, but there have been high-level discussions going on all morning with the Mariners involving a sl Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/24/heres-whats-going-on-with-robert-andino/?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 15:31:05 PDT A-Rod sells Miami Beach home for $30M http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021049603_apbbarodriguezhousesale.html?syndication=rss New York Yankees slugger Alex Rodriguez has sold his Miami Beach home for $30 million. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021049603_apbbarodriguezhousesale.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 14:01:05 PDT Mariners' minor-league report, and exclusive audio of Mariners discussing first-base transition with Jesus Montero http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/05/24/mariners-minor-league-report-and-exclusive-audio-of-mariners-discussing-first-base-transition-with-jesus-montero/?syndication=rss Our pal Mike Curto, the Rainiers broadcaster, tweeted last night that Chris Woodward, the Mariners  infield instructor, was set to leave Tacoma but was asked by the Mariners to stay, so he can teach Jesus Montero how to play first base. Through sources, I was able to obtain audio of the first c The Hot Stone League http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/05/24/mariners-minor-league-report-and-exclusive-audio-of-mariners-discussing-first-base-transition-with-jesus-montero/?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 14:31:05 PDT Jesus Montero demotion was a no-brainer http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/jerrybrewer/2021045789_brewer24.html?syndication=rss You once feared that Montero, supposedly a hitting savant, would be a one-dimensional player. He has been a no-dimensional player so far this season. Jerry Brewer http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/jerrybrewer/2021045789_brewer24.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 15:16:04 PDT Mariners options for rotation help getting thinner by the day http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/24/mariners-options-for-rotation-help-getting-thinner-by-the-day/?syndication=rss Well, that wasn’t the type of start Jeremy Bonderman needed to have with Mariners GM Jack Zduriencik and others in attendance to watch Class AAA Tacoma on Thursday night. Bonderman gave up eight runs on 11 hits to Class AAA Nashville. Don’t forget, the Mariners have until June 1 to add h Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/24/mariners-options-for-rotation-help-getting-thinner-by-the-day/?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 12:01:05 PDT Pitcher Jeremy Bonderman shelled in 11-2 Tacoma Rainiers loss http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021046004_rainiers24.html?syndication=rss If pitcher Jeremy Bonderman was hoping to impress the Mariners, he didn't do it Thursday night. Bonderman allowed eight runs in five innings... Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021046004_rainiers24.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 01:01:05 PDT Francona back in Beantown http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021045894_base24.html?syndication=rss Terry Francona returned to Fenway Park and found some more pleasant memories. A standing ovation. A video tribute to his time as manager... Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021045894_base24.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 00:46:19 PDT Tigers lose on Fielder's single off Burton's glove http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021045919_apbbatwins.html?syndication=rss Ron Gardenhire has never made a secret of his admiration for Prince Fielder. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021045919_apbbatwins.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 00:16:04 PDT KC's Santana fans 8, but gives up 4 HRs to Angels http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021045886_apbbaroyals.html?syndication=rss Ervin Santana's mastery of the strike zone against his former teammates was incomplete. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021045886_apbbaroyals.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 00:01:05 PDT Angels hit 4 HRs, beat Royals 5-4 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021045686_apbbaangelsroyals.html?syndication=rss Joe Blanton got some backing from the Angels' bats and bullpen, and finally got his first win of the season. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021045686_apbbaangelsroyals.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 23:46:05 PDT Francona manages at Fenway for 1st time since 2011 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021045204_apbbaredsoxfranconareturns.html?syndication=rss Terry Francona felt right at home in the visiting dugout. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021045204_apbbaredsoxfranconareturns.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 23:31:05 PDT Encarnacion, Arencibia lead Blue Jays past Orioles http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021045783_apbbabluejays.html?syndication=rss The Toronto Blue Jays are glad to see sluggers Jose Bautista and Edwin Encarnacion hitting well at the same time. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021045783_apbbabluejays.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 23:16:04 PDT Fielder's single gives Tigers 7-6 win over Twins http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021045725_apbbatwinstigers.html?syndication=rss Prince Fielder bounced a tiebreaking single off Jared Burton's glove in the eighth inning, leading the Detroit Tigers to a 7-6 come-from-behind victory over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021045725_apbbatwinstigers.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 23:01:04 PDT Jesus Montero's days as Mariners catcher are over http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021045573_mariners24.html?syndication=rss Montero was optioned to Class AAA on Thursday, with the Mariners alarmed over his lack of offensive production. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021045573_mariners24.html?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 01:16:06 PDT Stubbs, Reynolds lead Indians to 12-3 win over Sox http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021045596_apbbaindiansredsox.html?syndication=rss Drew Stubbs and Mark Reynolds drove in three runs each and Cleveland had 16 hits in the Indians' 12-3 win over the Boston Red Sox in manager Terry Francona's return to Fenway Park on Thursday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021045596_apbbaindiansredsox.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 22:01:05 PDT Encarnacion hits slam, Blue Jays beat Orioles 12-6 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021045547_apbbaoriolesbluejays.html?syndication=rss Edwin Encarnacion hit his fifth career grand slam, J.P. Arencibia homered and drove in four runs and the Toronto Blue Jays beat Baltimore 12-6 on Thursday night, spoiling the debut of Orioles right-hander Kevin Gausman. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021045547_apbbaoriolesbluejays.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 21:16:05 PDT Stan Musial's house for sale: Man, it's kind of expensive http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sidelinechatter/2021045427_chat24.html?syndication=rss Get ready for a big home run in St. Louis. The three-acre estate of Cardinals icon Stan Musial is on the market for $1.795 million. The house features 5,286... Sideline Chatter http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sidelinechatter/2021045427_chat24.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 19:46:04 PDT Jackson, Cubs fall to Pirates for 4th loss in row http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021045414_apbbncubs.html?syndication=rss Edwin Jackson pitched just three innings Thursday before being removed following a long rain delay. That was long enough for the Cubs right-hander to absorb another loss. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021045414_apbbncubs.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 19:31:05 PDT Tony Lazzeri's son recalls days of Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig and Joe DiMaggio http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021037560_lazzeri23.html?syndication=rss Tony Lazzeri is 82 and living in a retirement home in Issaquah. He moves slowly these days, but his mind is still sharp, and he revels in memories of his father's career. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021037560_lazzeri23.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 21:32:48 PDT McCutchen, Pirates beat Cubs for 4th straight win http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021045145_apbbncubspirates.html?syndication=rss It was hard to tell whether the Pittsburgh Pirates were heading on a road trip or getting ready for a Stanley Cup playoff game after beating the Chicago Cubs 4-2 on Thursday for their fourth straight win. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021045145_apbbncubspirates.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 19:16:04 PDT Mariners option Jesus Montero to AAA, all but ending catching career http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/23/mariners-option-jesus-montero-to-aaa-all-but-ending-catching-career/?syndication=rss Just got back in Seattle off my flight and the Mariners today wasted little time making their first roster move after the 2-7 road trip, demoting catcher Jesus Montero to Class AAA. While the corresponding roster move has yet to be announced, Jesus Sucre will be added to the club tomorrow to serve a Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/23/mariners-option-jesus-montero-to-aaa-all-but-ending-catching-career/?syndication=rss Fri, 24 May 2013 01:31:09 PDT Jesus Montero demoted to Class AAA Tacoma http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/05/23/first-shoe-drops-montero-headed-to-tacoma/?syndication=rss Jesus Montero is headed to Tacoma, and Jesus Sucre is coming up. Sucre had three hits last night in Tacoma's win to raise his average to .302. The Hot Stone League http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/05/23/first-shoe-drops-montero-headed-to-tacoma/?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 23:31:05 PDT Padres' rally fizzles in 5-3 loss to Cardinals http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021038039_apbbnpadres.html?syndication=rss Burch Smith's first stint in the major leagues was a short one. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021038039_apbbnpadres.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 02:01:05 PDT Indians feeling soggy after 11-7 loss to Tigers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037990_apbbaindians.html?syndication=rss The Indians ended a long day at the ballpark soggy and sleepy. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037990_apbbaindians.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 00:46:16 PDT Buchholz goes to 7-0, Red Sox beat White Sox 6-2 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037983_apbbawhitesox.html?syndication=rss Paul Konerko would have loved the sweep. This wasn't bad, though. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037983_apbbawhitesox.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 00:46:16 PDT Yankees right-hander Kuroda bruises right calf | Baseball notebook http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021037786_base23.html?syndication=rss Yankees starter Hiroki Kuroda left in the third inning of Wednesday's 6-3 loss to Baltimore with a bruised right calf, one inning after... Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021037786_base23.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 00:16:04 PDT Nick Franklin hits well as Tacoma Rainiers win 5-4 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021037974_rainiers23.html?syndication=rss Nick Franklin batted leadoff and was 2 for 3 as the Tacoma Rainiers beat visiting Nashville 5-4 in a Pacific Coast League game Wednesday... Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021037974_rainiers23.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 00:16:05 PDT Lyons leads Cardinals past Padres 5-3 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037964_apbbncardinalspadres.html?syndication=rss Tyler Lyons pitched seven solid innings in his major league debut on the same day St. Louis lost Jaime Garcia for the season, and the Cardinals beat the San Diego Padres 5-3 on Wednesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037964_apbbncardinalspadres.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 00:16:05 PDT Shields strong again in Royals' 3-1 loss to Astros http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037949_apbbaroyals.html?syndication=rss James Shields had another strong start for Kansas City on Wednesday night. Unfortunately for Shields and the Royals, the rest of the game was also familiar. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037949_apbbaroyals.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 00:01:05 PDT Cabrera, Tigers down Indians 11-7 on rainy night http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037927_apbbatigersindians.html?syndication=rss Justin Verlander overcame a rocky start and rain delay to get his fifth win and Miguel Cabrera hit another homer as the Detroit Tigers beat the Cleveland Indians 11-7 on Wednesday night, sweeping the two-game series between the AL Central's top teams. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037927_apbbatigersindians.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 23:46:04 PDT Sinking Mariners lose sixth straight game; changes ahead? http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021037589_mariners23.html?syndication=rss The Mariners were blown out again, 7-1 on Wednesday afternoon, by the Angels and realize they are in danger of squandering all they'd spent the past month working toward. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021037589_mariners23.html?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 15:47:37 PDT Slowey exits with injury, Marlins lose to Phillies http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037816_apbbnmarlins.html?syndication=rss Marlins starter Kevin Slowey took the mound for the sixth inning Wednesday night and failed to make it through the warmup pitches. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037816_apbbnmarlins.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 23:01:05 PDT Buchholz goes to 7-0, Red Sox beat White Sox 6-2 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037795_apbbaredsoxwhitesox.html?syndication=rss Clay Buchholz pitched five-hit ball over seven innings to improve to 7-0, and the Boston Red Sox beat the Chicago White Sox 6-2 Wednesday night to avoid a three-game sweep. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037795_apbbaredsoxwhitesox.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 22:46:04 PDT Mariners veterans call team meeting after getting routed again http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/22/mariners-veterans-call-team-meeting-after-getting-routed-again/?syndication=rss There are going to be the usual jokes made about this, but it was no laughing matter inside the clubhouse post-game as Mariners’ veterans got all of the players inside a private, off-limits room and held a team meeting prior to everybody dressing for the plane ride home. I know some fans and p Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/22/mariners-veterans-call-team-meeting-after-getting-routed-again/?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 03:46:04 PDT Astros win series with 3-1 victory over Royals http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037721_apbbaroyalsastros.html?syndication=rss J.D. Martinez hit a two-run homer off James Shields, Jordan Lyles pitched six effective innings and the Houston Astros beat the Kansas City Royals 3-1 on Wednesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037721_apbbaroyalsastros.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 22:46:04 PDT Jason Bay takes over Mariners' leadoff duties for Michael Saunders http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021037575_marinersnotes23.html?syndication=rss After a week of almost no production out of the leadoff spot, the Mariners finally replaced Michael Saunders with Jason Bay atop the order for Wednesday's finale. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021037575_marinersnotes23.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 22:01:09 PDT Orioles hit 3 HRs in 6-3 win over Yankees http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037612_apbbayankeesorioles.html?syndication=rss Chris Davis went 4 for 4, including his AL-leading 14th homer, and the Baltimore Orioles got a three-run shot from Matt Wieters in a 6-3 victory over the New York Yankees on Wednesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037612_apbbayankeesorioles.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 21:31:06 PDT Lee pitches 3-hitter, Phillies blank Marlins 3-0 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037591_apbbnphilliesmarlins.html?syndication=rss Cliff Lee pitched a three-hitter for his 12th career shutout and Delmon Young homered for the second straight game, sending the Philadelphia Phillies past the Miami Marlins 3-0 on Wednesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037591_apbbnphilliesmarlins.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 21:31:05 PDT Liriano dominates as Pirates edge Cubs 1-0 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037597_apbbncubspirates.html?syndication=rss Francisco Liriano continued his torrid start, scattering two hits over seven innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates edged the Chicago Cubs 1-0 on Wednesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037597_apbbncubspirates.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 21:31:05 PDT Wilson, Angels beat Mariners 7-1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037587_apbbamarinersangels.html?syndication=rss C.J. Wilson struck out 10 in eight innings, Josh Hamilton had a two-run single and the Los Angeles Angels beat Seattle 7-1 on Wednesday to hand the Mariners their season-worst sixth straight loss. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037587_apbbamarinersangels.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 21:16:08 PDT Mariners head home facing key decisions as losing streak hits six http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/22/mariners-head-home-facing-key-decisions-as-losing-streak-hits-six/?syndication=rss This road trip ended shockingly worse than it appeared it would just five days ago, when the Mariners arrived in Cleveland having taken two of three from the New York Yankees. They haven’t won since. And while some of the games in Cleveland went down to the wire, the Mariners were simply blown Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/22/mariners-head-home-facing-key-decisions-as-losing-streak-hits-six/?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 03:31:05 PDT Rodney blows save as Rays lose 4-3 to Blue Jays http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037566_apbbarays.html?syndication=rss There hasn't been a whole lot of relief for Tampa Bay this season. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037566_apbbarays.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 20:46:05 PDT Bumgarner rebounds from tough outing http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037547_apbbngiants.html?syndication=rss Madison Bumgarner is back on track. After a couple of rough starts in May, he pitched another gem. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037547_apbbngiants.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 20:31:05 PDT Bautista powers Blue Jays past Rays 4-3 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037409_apbbaraysbluejays.html?syndication=rss Jose Bautista homered twice and drove in the winning run with a 10th-inning single, leading the Toronto Blue Jays to a 4-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037409_apbbaraysbluejays.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 19:16:06 PDT Cahill, Diamondbacks lose to Colorado 4-1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037392_apbbndiamondbacks.html?syndication=rss According to Kirk Gibson, the game came down to numbers within numbers. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037392_apbbndiamondbacks.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 19:01:04 PDT Desmond lifts Nationals over Giants in 10 innings http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037358_apbbnnationalsgiants.html?syndication=rss Ian Desmond singled in Bryce Harper in the 10th inning, and the Washington Nationals beat the San Francisco Giants 2-1 on Wednesday to avoid a three-game series sweep. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037358_apbbnnationalsgiants.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 19:01:04 PDT Slumping Brewers lose 9-2 to Dodgers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037384_apbbnbrewers.html?syndication=rss This has been one miserable May for Wily Peralta and the Milwaukee Brewers. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037384_apbbnbrewers.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 18:46:06 PDT Game thread: Angels 7, Mariners 1, top 8th http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/22/game-thread-mariners-try-to-end-trip-with-a-win/?syndication=rss Brendan Ryan finally got the Mariners on the board against C.J. Wilson in the eighth inning, ending a streak of 16 innings without a run by his squad. Ryan reached base on a walk, stole second, then took third when the throw bounced into the outfield. Ryan wound up scoring on a groundout by Michael Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/22/game-thread-mariners-try-to-end-trip-with-a-win/?syndication=rss Thu, 23 May 2013 12:38:01 PDT Phillips' strange double lifts Reds over Mets 7-4 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021036805_apbbnredsmets.html?syndication=rss Brandon Phillips and the Cincinnati Reds are getting the good bounces right now. Ike Davis and the New York Mets certainly are not. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021036805_apbbnredsmets.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 17:46:04 PDT De La Rosa helps Rockies to 4-1 win over D-backs http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037024_apbbndiamondbacksrockies.html?syndication=rss Carlos Gonzalez homered and drove in two runs, Jorge De La Rosa pitched effectively into the sixth and the Colorado Rockies beat Arizona 4-1 on Wednesday to take two of three from the Diamondbacks. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021037024_apbbndiamondbacksrockies.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 17:46:04 PDT Mariners shuffle lineup, put Bay at leadoff and Morse at No. 3 http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/22/mariners-shuffle-lineup-put-bay-at-leadoff-and-morse-at-no-3/?syndication=rss There are moral victories and then there are real ones. After taking a bunch of moral victories out of Cleveland, the Mariners need the real thing this afternoon as they conclude a road trip currently at 2-6 after starting off oh so promising with two wins and nearly a sweep in New York. For all Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/22/mariners-shuffle-lineup-put-bay-at-leadoff-and-morse-at-no-3/?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 17:01:07 PDT After Mattingly criticism, Dodgers top Brewers 9-2 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021036846_apbbndodgersbrewers.html?syndication=rss Dodgers manager Don Mattingly criticized his team and benched All-Star right fielder Andre Ethier, then watched Los Angeles beat the Milwaukee Brewers 9-2 Wednesday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021036846_apbbndodgersbrewers.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 16:46:06 PDT Rangers top A's 3-1 in Wolf's 1st big league start http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021036858_apbbaathleticsrangers.html?syndication=rss David Murphy and Adrian Beltre homered in a three-run first inning, Ross Wolf was strong in his first major league start and the Texas Rangers avoided a sweep with a 3-1 victory against the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021036858_apbbaathleticsrangers.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 16:16:04 PDT Gattis grand slam leads Braves past Twins 8-3 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021033539_apbbotwinsbraves.html?syndication=rss Evan Gattis kept up an amazing rookie season with his first grand slam, B.J. Upton and Ramiro Pena also homered, and the Atlanta Braves finished off a sweep of the woeful Minnesota Twins with an 8-3 rout on Wednesday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021033539_apbbotwinsbraves.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 15:01:04 PDT Twins' Plouffe has concussion, on 7-day DL http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021033080_apbbatwinsplouffe.html?syndication=rss The Minnesota Twins placed third baseman Trevor Plouffe on the seven-day disabled list with a concussion Wednesday after he was struck in the head by Dan Uggla's shin while breaking up an attempted double play. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021033080_apbbatwinsplouffe.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 11:46:09 PDT Podcast: Mariners season hits crucial point http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/22/podcast-mariners-season-hits-crucial-point/?syndication=rss For an audio-only version of this podcast, click below: Needless to say, the Mariners could use a victory later this afternon in this finale of a road trip that began so well and then went south on the team in a hurry. The Mariners are 2-6 on the trip after losing five straight, the most Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/22/podcast-mariners-season-hits-crucial-point/?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 17:46:04 PDT Nats collapse late, lose 4-2 to Giants in 10th http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021030006_apbbnnationals.html?syndication=rss As Bryce Harper ran back to chase Gregor Blanco's hard-hit fly in the ninth inning, memories of last week's scary collision with the wall at Dodger Stadium suddenly surged into his mind. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021030006_apbbnnationals.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 03:01:04 PDT For Mariners, the time for some changes has arrived (plus: Mariners' minor-league report) http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/05/22/for-mariners-time-for-some-changes-has-arrived/?syndication=rss (Here is today’s Mariner minor-league report). The last thing you want to do as a baseball team is overreact to a bad stretch. But the Mariners have reached a point where a few moves are necessary not just as a knee-jerk way to shake things up in the middle of a slump, but as a The Hot Stone League http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/05/22/for-mariners-time-for-some-changes-has-arrived/?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 12:31:06 PDT Mariners need to help themselves out this time http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/21/mariners-need-to-help-themselves-out-this-time/?syndication=rss Sometimes, as in what happened this past weekend in Cleveland, there isn’t much a coaching staff or front office can do. Players are the ones who play and when they lose games because of walkoff home runs, or dropped balls, or whatever, that falls under the guise of on-field stuff and we all k Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/21/mariners-need-to-help-themselves-out-this-time/?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 03:16:04 PDT Mariners, Aaron Harang routed by Angels, 12-0 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021029851_mariners22.html?syndication=rss There was some understandable anger inside the visiting clubhouse once this debacle for the Mariners was finally over. Whether it was over... Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021029851_mariners22.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 17:23:35 PDT Trout hits for cycle, drives in 5, Angels rout M's http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029836_apbbamarinersangels.html?syndication=rss Mike Trout even surprised himself in adding to his growing list of impressive big league achievements. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029836_apbbamarinersangels.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 01:31:04 PDT Cardinals jump on Volquez in 5th inning http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029973_apbbnpadres.html?syndication=rss The St. Louis Cardinals figured out San Diego right-hander Edinson Volquez the third time through the order. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029973_apbbnpadres.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 01:16:07 PDT Endy Chavez has played ninth-inning hero before, as a Met | Mariners notebook http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021029818_marinersnotes22.html?syndication=rss Chavez, who isn't known for hitting homers, went deep in the bottom of the ninth with New York in 2008 to tie the score against the Marlins. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021029818_marinersnotes22.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 00:46:05 PDT Royals end skid with 7-3 win over Astros http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029938_apbbaastros.html?syndication=rss Bud Norris rolled through six scoreless innings for the Houston Astros on Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029938_apbbaastros.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 00:46:07 PDT Sandoval's HR lifts Giants past Nationals 4-2 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029924_apbbnnationalsgiants.html?syndication=rss Pablo Sandoval hit a two-run home run in the bottom of the 10th inning after Gregor Blanco's tying triple in the ninth, and the San Francisco Giants rallied past the Washington Nationals 4-2 on Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029924_apbbnnationalsgiants.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 00:46:05 PDT Giants starter Ryan Vogelsong out for two months after surgery | Baseball notebook http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021029925_base22.html?syndication=rss With Ryan Vogelsong sidelined for the foreseeable future, the San Francisco Giants are facing more challenges for their struggling rotation... Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021029925_base22.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 00:46:05 PDT Perkins blows lead, Twins lose to Braves 5-4 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029914_apbbotwins.html?syndication=rss The Minnesota Twins were one out away from ending their longest losing streak of the season. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029914_apbbotwins.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 00:31:04 PDT Greinke loses in return to Miller Park http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029837_apbbndodgers.html?syndication=rss Zack Greinke claims he wasn't clamoring for a chance to pitch in Miller Park again. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029837_apbbndodgers.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 00:16:04 PDT Mike Trout hits for cycle; Mariners hit rock bottom...again http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/21/mike-trout-hits-for-cycle-mariners-hit-rock-bottom-again/?syndication=rss Start spreading the news…we’re not in New York City anymore. Tales of the Mariners’ exploits in the Big Apple have been long forgotten and they now face a brand new crisis in both confidence and their season. This 12-0 loss tonight to the Angels was just one game. But the Mariners Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/21/mike-trout-hits-for-cycle-mariners-hit-rock-bottom-again/?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 01:46:04 PDT Descalso's slam, Wainwright's arm carry Cards http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029806_apbbncardinalspadres.html?syndication=rss Daniel Descalso hit his first career grand slam and had a career-high five RBIs, and Adam Wainwright won for the first time at Petco Park as the St. Louis Cardinals beat the San Diego Padres 10-2 Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029806_apbbncardinalspadres.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 00:01:06 PDT Ortiz struggles as Rays beat Blue Jays http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029790_apbbabluejays.html?syndication=rss An abbreviated outing by Ramon Ortiz put the Toronto Blue Jays in a hole they couldn't climb out of. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029790_apbbabluejays.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 00:01:05 PDT Red Sox waste Doubront's solid start in 3-1 loss http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029774_apbbaredsox.html?syndication=rss Felix Doubront was sailing along, having his way on the mound. The only thing that wasn't working in his favor was run support. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029774_apbbaredsox.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 23:46:04 PDT Darvish can't save the Rangers in 1-0 loss to A's http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029770_apbbarangers.html?syndication=rss Texas Rangers ace Yu Darvish threw a cut fastball, then turned and watched the ball go over the wall. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029770_apbbarangers.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 23:46:04 PDT Royals end skid with 7-3 win over Astros http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029695_apbbaroyalsastros.html?syndication=rss Mike Moustakas tied it with an RBI single before George Kottaras walked with the bases-loaded to drive in the go-ahead run in a four-run eighth inning, and the Kansas City Royals rallied for a 7-3 win over the Houston Astros on Tuesday night to end a four-game skid. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029695_apbbaroyalsastros.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 23:31:04 PDT Gattis, Freeman lead Braves past Twins 5-4 in 10th http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029677_apbbotwinsbraves.html?syndication=rss Evan Gattis hit a two-out, pinch-hit homer in the ninth to send the game to extra innings and Freddie Freeman won it in the 10th, sending the Atlanta Braves to their fifth straight win, 5-4 over the slumping Minnesota Twins on Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029677_apbbotwinsbraves.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 23:31:04 PDT Straily, Cespedes push A's past Rangers 1-0 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029623_apbbaathleticsrangers.html?syndication=rss Oakland rookie right-hander Dan Straily was well aware of the ace pitcher and the powerful lineup he was facing. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029623_apbbaathleticsrangers.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 23:31:04 PDT Gomez, Lucroy help Brewers beat Dodgers, Greinke http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029687_apbbndodgersbrewers.html?syndication=rss Carlos Gomez hit a go-ahead two-run double, Jonathan Lucroy had three hits and an RBI and five Milwaukee relievers combined for five scoreless innings as the Brewers beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-2 Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029687_apbbndodgersbrewers.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 23:16:05 PDT Rosario helps Rockies beat D-backs 5-4 in 10 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029688_apbbndiamondbacksrockies.html?syndication=rss Wilin Rosario drove in Carlos Gonzalez with a one-out single in the 10th inning to lift Colorado past the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-4 on Tuesday night after the Rockies squandered a late four-run lead. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029688_apbbndiamondbacksrockies.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 23:16:05 PDT Garza 'outstanding' in return but Cubs lose http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029692_apbbncubs.html?syndication=rss Matt Garza couldn't have asked for a better return to a major league mound after a 10-month layoff. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029692_apbbncubs.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 23:16:05 PDT Fernandez gets another no-decision in Marlins loss http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029679_apbbnmarlins.html?syndication=rss Jose Fernandez kept the Marlins in the game. He just didn't last long enough to help them get a win. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029679_apbbnmarlins.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 23:01:04 PDT Indians tamed 5-1 by Tigers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029678_apbbaindians.html?syndication=rss The Indians' run of magical comebacks and improbable, walkoff wins was going to end at some point. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029678_apbbaindians.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 23:01:04 PDT Yankees fall to Orioles 3-2 in 10 innings http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029656_apbbayankees.html?syndication=rss The New York Yankees got a solid performance from starter Phil Hughes, Travis Hafner drove in a pair of runs and the bullpen permitted only three hits over the final four innings. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029656_apbbayankees.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 22:46:04 PDT Quintana dominates as White Sox beat Red Sox 3-1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029628_apbbaredsoxwhitesox.html?syndication=rss Jose Quintana took a no-hitter into the seventh before David Ortiz broke it up with a one-out broken-bat single, and the Chicago White Sox beat the Boston Red Sox 3-1 on Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029628_apbbaredsoxwhitesox.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 22:16:04 PDT Johnson, Jennings homer as Rays beat Blue Jays http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029574_apbbaraysbluejays.html?syndication=rss Kelly Johnson and Desmond Jennings homered, Alex Cobb won for the first time in three starts and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Toronto Blue Jays 4-3 on Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029574_apbbaraysbluejays.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 22:01:05 PDT Pirates beat Cubs 5-4 behind Snider's grand slam http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029577_apbbncubspirates.html?syndication=rss Travis Snider hit a pinch-hit grand slam during a five-run sixth and the Pittsburgh Pirates spoiled a strong return to the mound for Matt Garza with a 5-4 win over the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029577_apbbncubspirates.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 21:46:04 PDT Tigers topple Indians 5-1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029564_apbbatigersindians.html?syndication=rss Miguel Cabrera hit a two-run homer and Max Scherzer retired 22 straight batters after the first inning, leading the Detroit Tigers to a 5-1 win over Cleveland on Tuesday night to stop the Indians' winning streak at five and trim their lead in the AL Central. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029564_apbbatigersindians.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 21:31:05 PDT Young and Howard lift Phillies over Marlins http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029561_apbbnphilliesmarlins.html?syndication=rss Delmon Young homered and Ryan Howard added three hits and three RBIs to help carry the Philadelphia Phillies to a 7-3 win over the Miami Marlins on Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029561_apbbnphilliesmarlins.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 21:31:04 PDT Orioles beat Yankees 3-2 to end 6-game skid http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029556_apbbayankeesorioles.html?syndication=rss Nate McLouth homered leading off the bottom of the 10th inning, Chris Dickerson hit a pair of solo shots and the Baltimore Orioles beat the New York Yankees 3-2 Tuesday night to snap a six-game losing streak. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029556_apbbayankeesorioles.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 21:31:04 PDT Leake's pitching, Wright's E send Reds past Mets http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029530_apbbnredsmets.html?syndication=rss Mike Leake pitched three-hit ball for seven sharp innings and the Cincinnati Reds parlayed star third baseman David Wright's early error Tuesday night into a 4-0 victory over the New York Mets. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029530_apbbnredsmets.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 21:16:04 PDT Game thread: Angels 11, Mariners 0, top 5th http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/21/game-thread-aaron-harang-tries-to-halt-mariners-slide/?syndication=rss Honestly, who cares how the Angels got four more runs? There should be some good OTA coverage on TV from Seahawks camp. I’m going to find me a souvenir Mike Trout pint glass. 8:33 p.m.: That could be the last we see of Aaron Harang, who just walked off the mound — and maybe into Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/21/game-thread-aaron-harang-tries-to-halt-mariners-slide/?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 19:03:18 PDT Mariners hitting coach Dave Hansen on all those strikeouts http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/21/mariners-hitting-coach-dave-hansen-on-all-those-strikeouts/?syndication=rss Tough not to notice all the strikeouts the Mariners have taken of late. Hitting coach Dave Hansen is hard to pin down, but we got him for a few moments today and one of the topics that came up was the team’s strikeout rate. The Mariners have struck out at least 11 times in four Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/21/mariners-hitting-coach-dave-hansen-on-all-those-strikeouts/?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 20:31:05 PDT Canseco player-coach in indy league _ for a series http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029395_apbbocansecoindependentleague.html?syndication=rss Jose Canseco is back in the independent United League as a player-coach. At least for one series. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029395_apbbocansecoindependentleague.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 20:16:04 PDT Late home runs? Mariners OF Endy Chavez has been there, done that http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/21/late-home-runs-mariners-of-endy-chavez-has-been-there-done-that/?syndication=rss Several jokes were flying yesterday about Cleveland Indians closer Chris Perez after 170-pound Endy Chavez popped a ninth-inning, go-ahead homer off him. It was the first homer of the season by Chavez and the fact it came in a pinch-hit appearance was even more impressive. According to Mariners Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/21/late-home-runs-mariners-of-endy-chavez-has-been-there-done-that/?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 19:01:05 PDT Affeldt has grown to love open-minded Bay Area http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029024_apbbngiantsaffeldttheauthor.html?syndication=rss When Jeremy Affeldt came to the Bay Area as an opposing player, he refused to leave his hotel room aside from going to and from the ballpark. He was admittedly homophobic. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029024_apbbngiantsaffeldttheauthor.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 19:01:05 PDT Indians' Perez deletes Twitter account http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029171_apbbaindianspereztwitter.html?syndication=rss Indians closer Chris Perez deactivated his Twitter account following two rough outings, and after receiving a slew of negative comments. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029171_apbbaindianspereztwitter.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 18:16:04 PDT Reaction to PEDs differs in football, baseball http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/05/21/reaction-to-peds-differs-in-football-baseball/?syndication=rss (Here is today’s Mariners minor-league report). It’s long fascinated me to watch the difference in how performance-enhancing drugs in baseball and football are viewed by fans. In baseball, of course, it came to define a whole era — the steroids era. It was a crisis that shook the s The Hot Stone League http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/05/21/reaction-to-peds-differs-in-football-baseball/?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 14:16:04 PDT Correction: Rays-Orioles story http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021026769_apbbaraysorioles.html?syndication=rss In a story May 19 about the Tampa Bay Rays' 3-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles, The Associated Press, using information from the Orioles' game notes, reported erroneously that 23-year-old Matt Moore is the youngest lefty to start the season 8-0 since Babe Ruth in 1917. Moore is the youngest left-handed American League pitcher used exclusively as a starter to start 8-0 since Ruth in 1917. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021026769_apbbaraysorioles.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 11:16:05 PDT A few things to take away from this heartbreaking Mariners series http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/21/a-few-things-to-take-away-from-this-heartbreaking-mariners-series/?syndication=rss Justin Smoak may have said it best yesterday when he opined that any time a team loses three walk off games in four days, it’s not going to be a good thing. Tom Wilhelmsen had the other great observation of the day that his club seemed about ready to catch the first plane out of Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/21/a-few-things-to-take-away-from-this-heartbreaking-mariners-series/?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 21:19:16 PDT Miller takes loss as Padres beat Cardinals 4-2 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024772_apbbncardinals.html?syndication=rss With the St. Louis Cardinals leading the San Diego Padres 2-1 in the sixth inning, manager Mike Matheny had seen enough of Shelby Miller. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024772_apbbncardinals.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 01:46:05 PDT Nats reliever breaks pitching hand punching locker http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024770_apbbnnationalsmattheus.html?syndication=rss On a night the Washington Nationals welcomed back slugger Bryce Harper, the team learned it will be without reliever Ryan Mattheus after he broke his hand punching a locker. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024770_apbbnnationalsmattheus.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 01:46:05 PDT Giants' Vogelsong wins at last but injures hand http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024668_apbbnnationalsgiants.html?syndication=rss Ryan Vogelsong felt the best he had in months, then it all ended on one painful swing. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024668_apbbnnationalsgiants.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 01:46:05 PDT Marquis wins 5th straight, Padres beat Cards 4-2 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024645_apbbncardinalspadres.html?syndication=rss At age 34, Jason Marquis is pitching as smart as ever. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024645_apbbncardinalspadres.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 01:16:05 PDT Giants RHP Vogelsong breaks hand, out 4-6 weeks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024615_apbbngiantsvogelsonginjured.html?syndication=rss Giants right-hander Ryan Vogelsong has broken his pitching hand while batting against the Washington Nationals. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024615_apbbngiantsvogelsonginjured.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 01:16:05 PDT With Mattingly under fire, Dodgers victorious http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021024611_base21.html?syndication=rss With speculation that Don Mattingly could be fired sometime this week, the Los Angeles Dodgers manager needed Clayton Kershaw to pitch well... Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021024611_base21.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 00:46:05 PDT Lindblom loses 1st start, Rangers fall to A's 9-2 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024694_apbbarangers.html?syndication=rss Josh Lindblom pitched out of trouble several times early in his debut as a major league starter. The Texas right-hander couldn't do it in the fifth inning. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024694_apbbarangers.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 00:31:04 PDT Beavan's strong start lifts Rainiers to victory http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021024617_rainiers21.html?syndication=rss Blake Beavan's strong start steered the Tacoma Rainiers to a 5-2 series-opening win over the Nashville Sounds at Cheney Stadium on Monday... Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021024617_rainiers21.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 00:01:05 PDT Davis struggles in field and at plate for Mets http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024616_apbbnmets.html?syndication=rss Ike Davis was out of place at first base and looked out of sorts in the batter's box. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024616_apbbnmets.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 00:01:05 PDT Smith, Colon lead Athletics past Rangers 9-2 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024464_apbbaathleticsrangers.html?syndication=rss Seth Smith homered and scored three times, Bartolo Colon pitched seven strong innings for his first win in nearly a month and the Oakland Athletics beat the Texas Rangers 9-2 on Monday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024464_apbbaathleticsrangers.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 00:01:04 PDT Lester struggles as Red Sox lose 6-4 to White Sox http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024610_apbbaredsox.html?syndication=rss Jon Lester says Adam Dunn has "stupid pop," and it was more than enough to beat the Boston left-hander Monday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024610_apbbaredsox.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 23:46:06 PDT Mariners catcher Kelly Shoppach recalls his days in Cleveland http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021024114_marinersnotes21.html?syndication=rss Kelly Shoppach says he sees similarities between the Mariners and the Cleveland teams he played for from 2006 through 2009. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021024114_marinersnotes21.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 00:02:07 PDT Corbin tosses 3-hitter as D-backs beat Rockies 5-1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024589_apbbnrockies.html?syndication=rss Patrick Corbin accomplished what the San Francisco Giants could not - shut down the Colorado Rockies' offense. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024589_apbbnrockies.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 23:46:05 PDT Gallardo mistakes lead to Dodgers win over Brewers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024562_apbbnbrewers.html?syndication=rss Two bad pitches by Yovani Gallardo were the difference between the Milwaukee Brewers right-hander and Los Angeles Dodgers star Clayton Kershaw. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024562_apbbnbrewers.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 23:31:06 PDT Dunn homers as White Sox beat Lester, Red Sox 6-4 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024320_apbbaredsoxwhitesox.html?syndication=rss Adam Dunn has been insisting all season he feels great, even while he was piling up strikeouts at the beginning of the year. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024320_apbbaredsoxwhitesox.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 23:31:06 PDT Mariners drop fourth straight in Cleveland http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021024104_mariners21.html?syndication=rss Mariners suffer another walkoff loss in Cleveland, dropping a 10-8 series finale to the Indians in 10 innings. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021024104_mariners21.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 21:18:06 PDT Kershaw pitches 3-hitter as Dodgers beat Brewers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024526_apbbndodgersbrewers3rdldwritethru.html?syndication=rss With speculation that Don Mattingly could be fired sometime this week, the Los Angeles Dodgers manager needed Clayton Kershaw to pitch well in the worst way. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024526_apbbndodgersbrewers3rdldwritethru.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 23:16:04 PDT Bruce homers to back Cueto in Reds' win over Mets http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024284_apbbnredsmets.html?syndication=rss Things weren't going well for Johnny Cueto in his return from the disabled list, so he had a conversation - with himself. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024284_apbbnredsmets.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 23:16:03 PDT Hamels gets 10 Ks but falls to 1-7 with Miami loss http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024518_apbbnphillies.html?syndication=rss Cole Hamels can't be pleased with the lack of run support, particularly with the type of outing he had Monday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024518_apbbnphillies.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 23:01:05 PDT Kershaw pitches 3-hitter as Dodgers beat Brewers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024516_apbbndodgersbrewers2ndldwritethru.html?syndication=rss With speculation that Don Mattingly could be fired sometime this week, the Los Angeles Dodgers manager needed Clayton Kershaw to pitch well in the worst way. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024516_apbbndodgersbrewers2ndldwritethru.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 23:01:05 PDT Corbin tosses 3-hitter as D-backs beat Rockies 5-1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024382_apbbndiamondbacksrockies.html?syndication=rss Patrick Corbin tossed a three-hitter for his first complete game and struck out a career-high 10, lifting the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 5-1 win over the Colorado Rockies on Monday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024382_apbbndiamondbacksrockies.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 22:46:04 PDT Astros get 6-5 win over Royals http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024313_apbbaroyalsastros.html?syndication=rss Matt Dominguez hit a three-run homer and Jason Castro added a solo shot to give the Houston Astros a 6-5 win over the Kansas City Royals on Monday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024313_apbbaroyalsastros.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 22:31:05 PDT Yankees hit 4 HRs, beat Orioles 6-4 in 10 innings http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024286_apbbayankeesorioles.html?syndication=rss Vernon Wells doubled in the tiebreaking run in the 10th inning and the New York Yankees hit four solo homers in a 6-4 victory over the Orioles on Monday night, extending Baltimore's losing streak to six games. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024286_apbbayankeesorioles.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 22:16:04 PDT Kershaw pitches 3-hitter as Dodgers beat Brewers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024285_apbbndodgersbrewers.html?syndication=rss Clayton Kershaw scattered three singles in his second complete game of the year and Matt Kemp hit his first home run since April 24, lifting the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 3-1 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024285_apbbndodgersbrewers.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 22:16:04 PDT Sanabia outpitches Hamels; Marlins beat Phils 5-1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024261_apbbnphilliesmarlins.html?syndication=rss Alex Sanabia outpitched Cole Hamels in a matchup of struggling starters, leading the Miami Marlins past the Philadelphia Phillies 5-1 on Monday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024261_apbbnphilliesmarlins.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 21:31:08 PDT Teheran pitches Braves past Twins http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024255_apbbotwinsbraves.html?syndication=rss Julio Teheran pitched 8 1-3 strong innings, Dan Uggla hit a three-run homer and the Atlanta Braves won their fourth straight game with a 5-1 victory over the struggling Minnesota Twins on Monday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024255_apbbotwinsbraves.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 21:16:04 PDT Mattingly doesn't feel he's about to be fired http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021023777_apbbndodgersmattingly.html?syndication=rss Beleaguered manager Don Mattingly insisted Monday he doesn't feel he's about to be fired by the Los Angeles Dodgers, and he has no idea whether he needs to win a three-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers to keep his job. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021023777_apbbndodgersmattingly.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 20:46:04 PDT Indians rally to beat Mariners 10-8 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021023045_apbbamarinersindians.html?syndication=rss Chris Perez was stunned, surprised and shocked. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021023045_apbbamarinersindians.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 23:32:39 PDT Mattingly doesn't feel he's about to be fired http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024115_apbbndodgersmattingly1stldwritethru.html?syndication=rss Beleaguered manager Don Mattingly insisted Monday he doesn't feel he's about to be fired by the Los Angeles Dodgers, and he has no idea whether he needs to win a three-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers to keep his job. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021024115_apbbndodgersmattingly1stldwritethru.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 20:01:05 PDT These Mariners' losses will sting for awhile -- but will they carry over? http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/05/20/this-mariners-loss-will-sting-for-awhile/?syndication=rss (Here is today’s Mariners minor-league report). Endy Chavez, shown above celebrating his go-ahead, pinch-hit homer in the ninth inning, got to be a hero for about five minutes today, long enough for Tom Wilhelmsen to blow his first save of the season by giving up the tying run in the bottom of The Hot Stone League http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/05/20/this-mariners-loss-will-sting-for-awhile/?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 18:16:04 PDT Dickey wins 2nd straight, Blue Jays beat Rays 7-5 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021022079_apbbaraysbluejays.html?syndication=rss R.A. Dickey won his second straight start, Edwin Encarnacion hit a tiebreaking, bases-loaded double in the seventh inning, and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Tampa Bay Rays 7-5 Monday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021022079_apbbaraysbluejays.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 15:16:05 PDT Mariners can't close Indians out, lose it 10-8 in 10th http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/20/mariners-cant-close-indians-out-lose-it-10-8-in-10th/?syndication=rss Twice, the Mariners had the Indians down to their final outs, but couldn’t close it today. Charlie Furbush gives up the three-run homer in the 10th to Yan Gomes and the Indians hand the Mariners a 10-8 loss in 10 innings. Justin Smoak had homered to give the Mariners an 8-7 lead in the top Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/20/mariners-cant-close-indians-out-lose-it-10-8-in-10th/?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 16:16:04 PDT Game thread: Mariners 7, Indians 7, top 10th http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/20/game-thread-hisashi-iwakuma-tries-to-play-stopper-for-mariners/?syndication=rss The Mariners were one squeezed toss from Tom Wilhelmsen away from winning this one, but he could not hold on to the lob by Justin Smoak at the first base bag and enabled the Indians to tie it up 7-7 with two out. Wilhelmsen gave up an infield single to Jason Kipnis, then a two-out Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/20/game-thread-hisashi-iwakuma-tries-to-play-stopper-for-mariners/?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 14:46:03 PDT Eric Wedge: hitting with runners in scoring position a different animal http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/20/eric-wedge-hitting-with-runners-in-scoring-position-a-different-animal/?syndication=rss ADDITIONAL NOTE: Be sure to join me at 8 a.m. PT for Talkin’ Baseball with Mitch Levy on Sports Radio KJR. We’ve got a real early 9:05 a.m. PT start time today, so Mariners manager Eric Wedge held his pregame chat first thing this morning and it almost felt like we were back in spring Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/20/eric-wedge-hitting-with-runners-in-scoring-position-a-different-animal/?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 10:16:03 PDT Cabrera hits 3 HRs, but Tigers fall 11-8 in Texas http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019658_apbbatigersrangersfolo.html?syndication=rss Miguel Cabrera never had a night like this last season when he won baseball's first Triple Crown in 45 years. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019658_apbbatigersrangersfolo.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 02:16:04 PDT Rangers beat Tigers 11-8 despite 3 HRs for Cabrera http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019495_apbbatigersrangers.html?syndication=rss David Murphy's three-run shot was barely enough against Miguel Cabrera's three home runs. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019495_apbbatigersrangers.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 00:16:05 PDT Mariners do little right in 6-0 loss to Cleveland http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021019126_mariners20.html?syndication=rss Pitcher Felix Hernandez and the Mariners were eager to forget Sunday's 6-0 loss to Cleveland, which clinched the series for the Indians. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021019126_mariners20.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 09:55:56 PDT Vargas on target as Angels beat White Sox | Baseball Notebook http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021019507_base20.html?syndication=rss Former Mariner Jason Vargas scattered four hits through seven scoreless innings in a 6-2 victory over Chicago. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021019507_base20.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 23:16:04 PDT Cabrera has 3-homer game in Texas, 2nd of career http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019456_apbbatigerscabrerahomers.html?syndication=rss Detroit Tigers slugger Miguel Cabrera has hit three home runs in a game for the second time in his career. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019456_apbbatigerscabrerahomers.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 23:01:04 PDT Rainiers win on Triunfel's homer in ninth http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021019308_rainiers20.html?syndication=rss Carlos Triunfel's tiebreaking, one-out home run in the bottom of the ninth inning gave Tacoma a 6-5 victory over Memphis on Sunday. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021019308_rainiers20.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 21:31:04 PDT Twins drop fifth straight, 5-1 to Red Sox http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019285_apbbatwins.html?syndication=rss The Minnesota Twins have lost five straight and are a season-worst four games under .500. Facing a nine-game road trip, starting with a three-game interleague series against first-place Atlanta on Monday, things could quickly get out of hand if they don't rediscover their offense. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019285_apbbatwins.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 20:46:05 PDT Giants' tough trip ends at Rox with another thud http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019249_apbbngiants.html?syndication=rss The San Francisco Giants' prized pitching rotation took one more pounding. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019249_apbbngiants.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 20:31:04 PDT Royals can't hold lead again in 4-3 loss to A's http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019243_apbbaroyals.html?syndication=rss David Lough's indecision cost the Kansas City Royals. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019243_apbbaroyals.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 20:16:04 PDT Red Sox win 5th in row, beat Twins on rainy day http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019240_apbbaredsoxtwins.html?syndication=rss John Lackey allowed one hit over six innings before a three-hour rain delay, Dustin Pedroia and Will Middlebrooks homered and the Boston Red Sox beat the Minnesota Twins 5-1 Sunday for their fifth straight win. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019240_apbbaredsoxtwins.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 20:01:06 PDT Wood homers, gives up late homer as Mets beat Cubs http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019182_apbbncubs.html?syndication=rss Cubs starter Travis Wood was thinking about one home run, and it wasn't the one he hit. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019182_apbbncubs.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 19:16:04 PDT Brewers end tough trip with 4-2 loss to Cardinals http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019171_apbbnbrewers.html?syndication=rss Kyle Lohse had another frustrating experience against his ex-teammates. The rest of the Milwaukee Brewers wanted to forget a 2-8 trip full of wasted opportunities and lessons learned. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019171_apbbnbrewers.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 19:01:06 PDT Braves rally with 4-run 8th to sweep Dodgers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019166_apbbndodgersbraves.html?syndication=rss Ramiro Pena had a tiebreaking sacrifice fly in a four-run eighth inning, Jordan Schafer drove in two runs and the Atlanta Braves rallied against the Los Angeles Dodgers' beleaguered bullpen for a 5-2 victory on a rain-soaked Sunday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019166_apbbndodgersbraves.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 18:46:03 PDT Nicasio lifts Rockies to 5-0 win over Giants http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019168_apbbngiantsrockies.html?syndication=rss Juan Nicasio scattered three hits over six innings, Carlos Gonzalez and Troy Tulowitzki each drove in two runs and the Colorado Rockies won their first series over San Francisco in two years, beating the Giants 5-0 on Sunday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019168_apbbngiantsrockies.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 18:46:04 PDT Blanks, Venable, Alonso homer in Padres' 13-4 win http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019162_apbbnnationalspadres.html?syndication=rss Andrew Cashner pitched 6 2-3 strong innings and Kyle Blanks and Will Venable homered off Dan Haren to lead the San Diego Padres to a 13-4 victory against the Washington Nationals on Sunday and a split of their four-game series. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019162_apbbnnationalspadres.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 18:46:03 PDT Cespedes homer helps A's complete sweep of Royals http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019149_apbbaroyalsathletics.html?syndication=rss Yoenis Cespedes hit a leadoff home run in the eighth inning and the Oakland Athletics beat the Kansas City Royals 4-3 on Sunday to complete a three-game sweep. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019149_apbbaroyalsathletics.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 18:16:06 PDT Angels' Vargas goes 7 scoreless against Chisox http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019140_apbbawhitesoxangels.html?syndication=rss Jason Vargas scattered four hits through seven scoreless innings, Erick Aybar and Howie Kendrick each hit two-run doubles, and the Los Angeles Angels coaxed a pair of bases-loaded walks out of Jake Peavy in the fourth inning of a 6-2 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Sunday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019140_apbbawhitesoxangels.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 18:01:08 PDT Wedge gives Montero some catching pointers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021019141_marinersnotes20.html?syndication=rss Mariners manager Eric Wedge was with catcher Jesus Montero behind the cage during batting practice Sunday, going over technical aspects... Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021019141_marinersnotes20.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 18:01:08 PDT Mariners blanked 6-0 by Indians http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019119_apbbamariners.html?syndication=rss Felix Hernandez didn't have his best stuff. The rest of the Mariners weren't much better. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019119_apbbamariners.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 17:46:04 PDT Diamondbacks' rally in 9th falls short at Miami http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019051_apbbndiamondbacks.html?syndication=rss A late run by the Arizona Diamondbacks fell one run short. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019051_apbbndiamondbacks.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 17:16:04 PDT Harrell strong but Astros lose 1-0 to Pirates http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019049_apbboastros.html?syndication=rss Lucas Harrell threw 98 pitches Sunday, and most were very good. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019049_apbboastros.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 17:16:04 PDT Mariners seeing what that crucial speed element looks like http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/19/mariners-seeing-what-that-crucial-speed-element-looks-like/?syndication=rss We’ve written many positive things in this space about the Mariners and their offense this season. But it’s safe to say, this team is far from perfect offensively. And one of the shortcomings that gets mentioned a lot is the lack of athleticism and speed in the batting order. Heck, let&r Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/19/mariners-seeing-what-that-crucial-speed-element-looks-like/?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 17:46:04 PDT Murphy homers in 8th, leads Mets over Cubs 4-3 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019039_apbbnmetscubs.html?syndication=rss Daniel Murphy hit a tiebreaking home run in the eighth inning and the New York Mets beat the Chicago Cubs 4-3 on Sunday for their first series win at Wrigley Field since 2007. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019039_apbbnmetscubs.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 16:46:05 PDT Rays hit 2 HRs, beat Orioles 3-1 for 3-game sweep http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019029_apbbaraysorioles.html?syndication=rss Matt Moore pitched seven innings of five-hit ball to stay unbeaten, Luke Scott and Matt Joyce homered and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Baltimore Orioles 3-1 Sunday for a three-game sweep. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019029_apbbaraysorioles.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 16:46:04 PDT Rangers put Kinsler on DL, recall Profar http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019042_apbbarangerskinsler.html?syndication=rss The Texas Rangers have placed second baseman Ian Kinsler on the 15-day disabled list because of bruised ribs and recalled top prospect Jurickson Profar from Triple-A Round Rock. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019042_apbbarangerskinsler.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 16:46:05 PDT Phillies' Ruiz, Howard set for MRI exams http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019040_apbbnphilliesinjuries.html?syndication=rss Phillies catcher Carlos Ruiz and first baseman Ryan Howard will have MRI exams Monday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019040_apbbnphilliesinjuries.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 16:46:05 PDT Indians blank Mariners 6-0 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021016891_apbbamarinersindians.html?syndication=rss Cy Young himself wouldn't want to mess with the Indians right now. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021016891_apbbamarinersindians.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 18:16:06 PDT Cardinals beat Lohse again, top Brewers 4-2 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019030_apbbnbrewerscardinals.html?syndication=rss David Freese had an RBI in a four-run fourth inning to go with big plays at third base, and the St. Louis Cardinals beat former teammate Kyle Lohse for the third time this season with a 4-2 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019030_apbbnbrewerscardinals.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 16:16:04 PDT Phils' Galvis, Kratz homer off Chapman in 9th http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019028_apbbnredsphillies.html?syndication=rss Freddy Galvis and Erik Kratz each homered off closer Aroldis Chapman in the bottom of the ninth innings Sunday, rallying the Philadelphia Phillies past the Cincinnati Reds for a stunning 3-2 victory. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021019028_apbbnredsphillies.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 16:16:04 PDT Blue Jays-Yankees finale scrubbed by rain http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021016746_apbbabluejaysyankees.html?syndication=rss Against the Toronto Blue Jays this season, the only thing that has stopped the Yankees was a day full of rain. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021016746_apbbabluejaysyankees.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 15:46:04 PDT Locke, Pirates shut down Astros 1-0 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021018446_apbboastrospirates.html?syndication=rss Jeff Locke allowed three hits over seven innings, Pedro Alvarez homered and the Pittsburgh Pirates won for the eighth time in 10 games, 1-0 over the Houston Astros on Sunday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021018446_apbboastrospirates.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 15:31:05 PDT Locke, Pirates shut down Astros 1-0 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021018082_apbbnastrospirates.html?syndication=rss Jeff Locke allowed three hits over seven innings, Pedro Alvarez homered and the Pittsburgh Pirates won for the eighth time in 10 games, 1-0 over the Houston Astros on Sunday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021018082_apbbnastrospirates.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 15:31:05 PDT Nolasco fans 11 D-backs, Marlins end 7-game skid http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021016929_apbbndiamondbacksmarlins.html?syndication=rss Ricky Nolasco struck out 11 and the Miami Marlins stopped a season-high seven-game losing streak, holding off the Arizona Diamondbacks 2-1 Sunday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021016929_apbbndiamondbacksmarlins.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 15:16:04 PDT Mariners don't show up, clobbered 6-0 by Indians http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/19/mariners-dont-show-up-clobbered-6-0-by-indians/?syndication=rss The Mariners have the ability to stay competitive in most games, but they usually have to bring their “A” game to do it. Today, Felix Hernandez and his teammates brought their “C” level stuff and the result was a rather predictable 6-0 loss to the Cleveland Indians. Justin Ma Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/19/mariners-dont-show-up-clobbered-6-0-by-indians/?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 18:31:05 PDT Game thread: Indians 6, Mariners 0, bottom 4th http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/19/game-thread-felix-hernandez-looks-to-halt-mariners-skid/?syndication=rss The Mariners are playing with thier heads someplace other than at Progressive Field today and it cost them another run in the fourth inning. Cleveland now leads 6-0 after a leadoff double by Mike Aviles and then a chopper in front of the plate by Drew Stubbs. Jesus Montero fielded the ball and made Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/19/game-thread-felix-hernandez-looks-to-halt-mariners-skid/?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 14:16:04 PDT Jesus Montero in Mariners lineup catching Felix Hernandez http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/19/jesus-montero-in-mariners-lineup-catching-felix-hernandez/?syndication=rss Jesus Montero will get a quick shot at redemption today after his tough day yesterday on the bases and behind the plate on that decisive ninth-inning play. Montero usually has big games when catching Felix Hernandez and the Mariners are going to go with that attery today. Mariners manager Eric Wedge Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/19/jesus-montero-in-mariners-lineup-catching-felix-hernandez/?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 11:16:05 PDT Jesus Montero in Mariners lineup catching Felix Hernandez http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/19/jesus-montero-in-mariners-lineup-catching-felix-hernandez/?syndication=rss Jesus Montero will get a quick shot at redemption today after his tough day yesterday on the bases and behind the plate on that decisive ninth-inning play. Montero usually has big games when catching Felix Hernandez and the Mariners are going to go with that battery today. Mariners manager Eric Wedg Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/19/jesus-montero-in-mariners-lineup-catching-felix-hernandez/?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 12:16:05 PDT Santana strong but Royals can't score against A's http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021014240_apbbaroyals.html?syndication=rss The Kansas City Royals got another stellar effort from a starting pitcher and had nothing to show for it. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021014240_apbbaroyals.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 00:31:05 PDT Pirates edged by Astros 4-2 in 11 innings http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021014208_apbbopirates.html?syndication=rss The Pittsburgh Pirates' bullpen had been automatic with late-inning leads. Until Saturday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021014208_apbbopirates.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 00:31:04 PDT Carlos Triunfel's double in eighth inning powers Rainiers http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021013913_rainiers19.html?syndication=rss Carlos Triunfel has three hits for Rainiers Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021013913_rainiers19.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 00:16:04 PDT Sanchez struggles in Detroit's loss to Texas http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021014173_apbbatigers.html?syndication=rss Anibal Sanchez was knocked out of the game early Saturday night, the second time in three games a Tigers starter hasn't made it out of the third against the Rangers. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021014173_apbbatigers.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 00:16:04 PDT Sanchez struggles in Detroit's loss to Texas http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013942_apbbatigersrangers.html?syndication=rss Anibal Sanchez was knocked out of the game early Saturday night, the second time in three games a Tigers starter hasn't made it out of the third against the Rangers. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013942_apbbatigersrangers.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 00:16:04 PDT Bianchi's single in 10th lifts Brewers over Cards http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021014141_apbbncardinals.html?syndication=rss A starting rotation that helped the St. Louis Cardinals race out to the best record in baseball is beginning to show some signs of wear and tear. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021014141_apbbncardinals.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 00:16:04 PDT Diamond roughed up in Twins' 12-5 loss to Red Sox http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021014088_apbbatwins.html?syndication=rss Minnesota starter Scott Diamond stayed out of trouble against David Ortiz and the Boston Red Sox batters at Fenway Park 11 days ago. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021014088_apbbatwins.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 23:46:04 PDT Cubs' Matt Garza ready for his first start http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021013905_base19.html?syndication=rss Garza returns for Cubs after long layoff Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021013905_base19.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 23:16:05 PDT Milone's long skid ends as A's beat Royals http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021014051_apbbaroyalsathletics.html?syndication=rss Brandon Moss hit a tiebreaking triple in the sixth inning to help Tommy Milone outduel Ervin Santana, and the Oakland Athletics beat the Kansas City Royals 2-1 on Saturday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021014051_apbbaroyalsathletics.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 23:16:06 PDT Jansen blows lead, Dodgers fall to Braves 3-1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021014045_apbbndodgers.html?syndication=rss Kenley Jansen insisted he made the pitch he wanted to Evan Gattis, even though it landed over the left-field wall. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021014045_apbbndodgers.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 23:01:05 PDT Astros edge Pirates 4-2 in 11 innings http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013963_apbboastrospirates.html?syndication=rss Jason Castro led off the 11th inning with a double and scored the go-ahead run on a close play at the plate as the Houston Astros topped the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2 on Saturday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013963_apbboastrospirates.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 23:01:04 PDT Yankees put LHP Andy Pettitte on 15-day DL http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013994_apbbayankeespettittedl.html?syndication=rss Add starting pitcher Andy Pettitte to the long list of All-Stars on the New York Yankees' disabled list. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013994_apbbayankeespettittedl.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 22:46:06 PDT Bianchi's single in 10th lifts Brewers over Cards http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013980_apbbnbrewerscardinals.html?syndication=rss Jeff Bianchi drove in two runs with a 10th-inning single up the middle, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the St. Louis Cardinals 6-4 on Saturday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013980_apbbnbrewerscardinals.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 22:46:06 PDT Chatwood leads Rockies past Giants 10-2 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013936_apbbngiantsrockies.html?syndication=rss Tyler Chatwood threw into the sixth inning and Wilin Rosario hit a two-run homer off Tim Lincecum in the Colorado Rockies' 10-2 rout of the San Francisco Giants on Saturday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013936_apbbngiantsrockies.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 22:31:04 PDT Ortiz powers Red Sox past Twins, 12-5 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013934_apbbaredsoxtwins.html?syndication=rss David Ortiz homered twice and drove in six runs to torment his former team once again, leading the Boston Red Sox to a 12-5 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Saturday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013934_apbbaredsoxtwins.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 22:31:04 PDT Mariners may have reason for optimism after a slow start http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021013453_stonecolumn19.html?syndication=rss Such a sentiment in mid-May is probably just as premature as the pessimism of late April. But certainly there is now a road map to respectability that provides some hope of sustainability, particularly with the potential for reinforcements in the second half, via the minor leagues and the trade market. Larry Stone http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021013453_stonecolumn19.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 22:01:05 PDT Cabrera, Alonso lead Padres over Nationals http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013861_apbbnnationalspadres.html?syndication=rss Everth Cabrera singled in the go-ahead run in the eighth against Jordan Zimmermann, and Yonder Alonso homered and helped turn a heads-up double-play as the San Diego Padres beat the Washington Nationals 2-1 Saturday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013861_apbbnnationalspadres.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 22:01:05 PDT White Sox outslugged by Angels, 12-9 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013815_apbbawhitesox.html?syndication=rss After putting nine runs on the board, the Chicago White Sox were still lamenting the six baserunners they stranded in the first three innings against Joe Blanton. Those missed opportunities ultimately came back to haunt them. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013815_apbbawhitesox.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 21:31:05 PDT Mariners rally, but Indians win it, 5-4 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021012212_mariners19.html?syndication=rss Twice down to their final out with nobody on base Saturday, the Mariners rallied on solo home runs by Raul Ibanez and Justin Smoak to tie the game, only to see Cleveland win it in the bottom of the ninth. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021012212_mariners19.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 13:14:33 PDT Gattis, Simmons hit HRs as Braves top Dodgers 3-1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013785_apbbndodgersbraves.html?syndication=rss Evan Gattis and Andrelton Simmons hit consecutive homers off Kenley Jansen in the eighth inning, and the Atlanta Braves rallied to beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-1 on Saturday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013785_apbbndodgersbraves.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 21:16:06 PDT McCarthy throws shutout for 1st victory of year http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013743_apbbndiamondbacksmarlins.html?syndication=rss Brandon McCarthy pitched a three-hitter for his first win since being struck in the head by a line drive last season, helping the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Miami Marlins 1-0 on Saturday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013743_apbbndiamondbacksmarlins.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 21:01:09 PDT Larry Stone's thumbs up, thumbs down http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021013450_stonethumb19.html?syndication=rss James Loney, Rays: Loney, who hit . 249 last year for the Dodgers and Red Sox, reached the weekend as the major leagues' leading hitter... Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021013450_stonethumb19.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 19:46:03 PDT Michael Saunders could see plenty of time with Franklin Gutierrez recovering http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021013416_marinersnotes19.html?syndication=rss Michael Saunders got a well-earned day off on Saturday as the Mariners keep him fresh for what could be an extended stint playing center field. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021013416_marinersnotes19.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 19:31:04 PDT Angels hold on for 12-9 win over White Sox http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013447_apbbawhitesoxangels.html?syndication=rss Alberto Callaspo hit a three-run homer in Los Angeles' five-run seventh inning, and the Angels beat the White Sox 12-9 on Saturday to end Chicago's four-game winning streak. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013447_apbbawhitesoxangels.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 19:31:04 PDT Mariano Rivera has no desire to start changing now http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021013431_stonenotes19.html?syndication=rss Some want Yankees reliever to start All-Star Game. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021013431_stonenotes19.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 19:16:04 PDT Joyce, Rays rally past Orioles in 9th for 10-6 win http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013440_apbbaraysorioles.html?syndication=rss Matt Joyce hit a go-ahead two-run double in a six-run ninth-inning rally, lifting the Tampa Bay Rays to a 10-6 victory over the Orioles on Saturday, ending Baltimore's franchise-record streak of 109 straight wins when leading after seven innings. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013440_apbbaraysorioles.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 19:16:04 PDT Larry Stone's power rankings http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021013425_stonepower19.html?syndication=rss Last week's rankings in parentheses Team 1 Cardinals (1) If Cards meet Rangers in World Series again, let's just start w/2 outs in ninth... Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021013425_stonepower19.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 19:01:04 PDT Votto, Arroyo lead Reds over Phillies http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013419_apbbnredsphillies.html?syndication=rss Bronson Arroyo pitched five-hit ball over 7 2-3 innings, Joey Votto was 4 for 4 with a homer, and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Philadelphia Phillies 10-0 Saturday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013419_apbbnredsphillies.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 18:31:04 PDT Mariners waste ninth inning rally in 5-4 loss http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013389_apbbamariners.html?syndication=rss Two ninth-inning losses in two days have left the Seattle Mariners reeling and frustrated. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013389_apbbamariners.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 18:16:04 PDT New York Mets lose 8-2 to Chicago Cubs http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013344_apbbnmets.html?syndication=rss Still no wins for Jeremy Hefner. Another rough day for Ike Davis, too. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013344_apbbnmets.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 17:16:04 PDT Mariners run gamut of emotions in this latest walkoff loss http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/18/mariners-run-gamut-of-emotions-in-this-latest-walkoff-loss/?syndication=rss We’ve discussed the lack of athleticism by catcher Jesus Montero before and it came into play at a couple of key moments in today’s 5-4 loss to the Cleveland Indians. The biggest play was the one in the bottom of the ninth, when Brendan Ryan made that diving snag of a Mark Reynolds shot Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/18/mariners-run-gamut-of-emotions-in-this-latest-walkoff-loss/?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 17:16:04 PDT Blue Jays' Morrow sharp _ except for Cano's 2 HRs http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013356_apbbabluejays.html?syndication=rss Brandon Morrow thought his day at the ballpark went pretty well - other than those two homers by Robinson Cano. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013356_apbbabluejays.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 17:01:05 PDT Reynolds' RBI grounder in 9th lifts Indians http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013287_apbbamarinersindians.html?syndication=rss Mark Reynolds' fielder's choice with the bases loaded in the ninth inning lifting the Cleveland Indians to a 5-4 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Saturday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021013287_apbbamarinersindians.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 15:46:05 PDT Feldman pitches Cubs to 8-2 victory over Mets http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021011658_apbbnmetscubs.html?syndication=rss Scott Feldman pitched shutout ball into the seventh inning and drove in two runs with a big two-out double, helping the Chicago Cubs beat the New York Mets 8-2 on Saturday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021011658_apbbnmetscubs.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 15:31:06 PDT Mariners make stunning comeback, but can't finish it off http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/18/mariners-make-stunning-comeback-but-cant-finish-it-off/?syndication=rss Oliver Perez picked the wrong time to have a rare off day, giving up a leadoff single and then a double to Asdrubal Cabrera in the ninth. The Mariners intentionally loaded the bases with none out after that and brought Yoervis Medina on to pitch. But Mark Reynolds then hit a shot to the left Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/18/mariners-make-stunning-comeback-but-cant-finish-it-off/?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 15:46:04 PDT Cano homers twice in Yankees' win over Blue Jays http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021011162_apbbabluejaysyankees.html?syndication=rss Robinson Cano hit a pair of two-run homers to back a solid effort by David Phelps, and the New York Yankees beat the Toronto Blue Jays for the ninth straight time at Yankee Stadium, 7-2 Saturday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021011162_apbbabluejaysyankees.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 15:16:04 PDT Game thread: Can 'Safeco Joe' expand his Mariners contribution? http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/18/game-thread-can-safeco-joe-expand-his-mariners-contribution/?syndication=rss This is a big start for “Safeco Joe” Saunders today. His home-road splits have become a bit of a running joke, but nobody on the Mariners is laughing and Saunders sure isn’t. Saunders is 9-0 with a 1.72 ERA in 13 career starts at Safeco Field. He’s 3-0 with an 0.94 ERA in fou Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/18/game-thread-can-safeco-joe-expand-his-mariners-contribution/?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 12:01:12 PDT Game thread: Mariners 4, Indians 4, bottom 9th http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/18/game-thread-can-safeco-joe-expand-his-mariners-contribution/?syndication=rss Wow, did not see that coming. With one out to go, nobody on and the Mariners down a pair, Raul Ibanez and Justin Smoak hit back-to-back jacks off of Chris Perez to tie the game. Smoak’s homer was to right-center and the crowd here knew it was gone the moment he connected. So, it’s 4-4. Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/18/game-thread-can-safeco-joe-expand-his-mariners-contribution/?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 15:46:04 PDT Franklin Gutierrez to be used often in right field during rehab stint http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/18/franklin-gutierrez-to-be-used-often-in-right-field-during-rehab-stint/?syndication=rss We’re a couple of hours from gametime and Michael Saunders is getting a rare day off for the Mariners, having played 15 games in a row. Saunders has looked tired at the plate his last two games, so the rest comes at a good time. You can expect to see Saunders playing a lot of Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/18/franklin-gutierrez-to-be-used-often-in-right-field-during-rehab-stint/?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 11:31:05 PDT Street allows Tracy's HR in 10th as Padres fall http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008712_apbbnpadres.html?syndication=rss Huston Street gave up two home runs all of last season. The San Diego Padres closer has allowed six already in 17 games this year, and most have cost his team dearly. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008712_apbbnpadres.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 02:31:05 PDT