http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/index.html en-us Copyright 2013 The Seattle Times Company Tue, 21 May 2013 21:27:11 PDT Tue, 21 May 2013 21:27:11 PDT MattBase 1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/art/ui/stlogo_231.gif http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/ 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 21:25:09 PDT 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 21:24:09 PDT 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 21:17:10 PDT 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 21:11:10 PDT 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 21:08:09 PDT 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 21:06:08 PDT 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 20:59:09 PDT 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 20:57:09 PDT 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 20:32:09 PDT 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 20:12:10 PDT 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 19:50:10 PDT 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 19:43:08 PDT 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 19:29:08 PDT 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 19:23:09 PDT 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 19:21:09 PDT 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 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 Tue, 21 May 2013 21:27:04 PDT 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008688_apbbaangels.html?syndication=rss The only saving grace for C.J. Wilson after another quiet night by the Los Angeles' bats was that he won't have to match up against Chris Sale in his next start. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008688_apbbaangels.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 01:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/2021008626_rainiers18.html?syndication=rss The Memphis Redbirds (22-17) scored four runs off Rainiers reliever Brian Sweeney in the top of the ninth to claim a 7-4 win in front of... Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/2021008626_rainiers18.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 01:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008671_apbbngiants.html?syndication=rss Madison Bumgarner, the steadiest pitcher in the San Francisco Giants' rotation so far this season, finally had an off night and it was a doozy. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008671_apbbngiants.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 01:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008662_apbbaroyals.html?syndication=rss James Shields pitched great against the Oakland Athletics again. This time, he had nothing to show for it with his new team. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008662_apbbaroyals.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 01:01:08 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021008629_mariners18.html?syndication=rss Seattle rallies to tie the score as Raul Ibanez homers again, but Cleveland wins it in the 10th. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021008629_mariners18.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 02:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008646_apbbnnationalspadres.html?syndication=rss Adam LaRoche hit two towering home runs and Chad Tracy's solo shot in the 10th inning lifted the Washington Nationals to a 6-5 victory over the San Diego Padres on Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008646_apbbnnationalspadres.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 01:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008613_apbbarangers.html?syndication=rss With a little help from slugger Miguel Cabrera, Rick Porcello and the Detroit Tigers slowed down the Texas Rangers. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008613_apbbarangers.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 00:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008565_apbbawhitesoxangels.html?syndication=rss Chris Sale stifled the Los Angeles Angels' bats for the second time in six days, scattering three hits over 7 2-3 innings with a season-high 12 strikeouts on Friday night to lead the Chicago White Sox to a 3-0 victory. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008565_apbbawhitesoxangels.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 00:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008566_apbbnbrewers.html?syndication=rss The first inning had been the Milwaukee Brewers' strongest suit all season. This time, the St. Louis Cardinals turned the tables and put them in a hole just large enough that six RBIs from Aramis Ramirez left them short. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008566_apbbnbrewers.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 00:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008567_apbbatwins.html?syndication=rss For the second time in two weeks, the Minnesota Twins scored enough to win against Boston's unbeaten ace, Clay Buchholz. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008567_apbbatwins.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 00:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021008543_marinersnotes18.html?syndication=rss At 5 feet 9 and 180 pounds, Farquhar, called up from Class AAA on Friday, doesn't look like a guy capable of a 95 mph fastball and 91 mph cutter. But Farquhar can indeed bring the heat on a regular basis and also mixes in a curveball just so hitters can't get a bead on him. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021008543_marinersnotes18.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 00:45:42 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008527_apbbaroyalsathletics.html?syndication=rss Adam Rosales hit a go-ahead home run leading off the eighth inning, Josh Donaldson also connected and the Oakland Athletics beat the Kansas City Royals 2-1 on Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008527_apbbaroyalsathletics.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 00:01:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008510_apbbngiantsrockies.html?syndication=rss Jordan Pacheco hit a tiebreaking grand slam in the fifth and Carlos Gonzalez added a solo homer, helping the Colorado Rockies hold on for a 10-9 win over San Francisco on Friday night that snapped a 10-game skid against the Giants. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008510_apbbngiantsrockies.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 00:01:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008503_apbbopirates.html?syndication=rss Things are going so well for the Pittsburgh Pirates these days that opposing teams can't even make routine catches. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008503_apbbopirates.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 23:46:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008500_apbbamariners.html?syndication=rss Eric Wedge got the lefty-on-lefty matchup that he wanted in the 10th inning, but not the result. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008500_apbbamariners.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 23:46:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008433_apbbaorioles.html?syndication=rss Baltimore's hitters staged an improbable comeback Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008433_apbbaorioles.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 23:31:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/17/latest-loss-shows-mariners-indeed-improving-still-not-there/?syndication=rss This game looked on paper beforehand like the Cleveland Indians might swing and bash the Mariners and Brandon Maurer into submission. You had the team with the best OPS in the league stacking its lineup with lefties to face Maurer, a pitcher who struggles against opposite-handed bats. Instead, it wa Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/17/latest-loss-shows-mariners-indeed-improving-still-not-there/?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 23:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008397_apbbndodgers.html?syndication=rss Los Angeles manager Don Mattingly said too many walks and too many errors gave the Atlanta Braves far too much help. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008397_apbbndodgers.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 23:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008383_apbbatigersrangers.html?syndication=rss Miguel Cabrera went 3 for 4 with a go-ahead double in the sixth inning to back Rick Porcello and lift the Detroit Tigers over the Texas Rangers 2-1 Friday night in a matchup of division leaders. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008383_apbbatigersrangers.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 23:01:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008385_apbbaredsoxtwins.html?syndication=rss Jonny Gomes hit a sacrifice fly in the 10th inning to lift the Boston Red Sox to another comeback victory, 3-2 over the Minnesota Twins on Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008385_apbbaredsoxtwins.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 23:01:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008349_apbbnbrewerscardinals.html?syndication=rss David Freese hit a grand slam for his first homer of the season, and the St. Louis Cardinals used a five-run first inning to beat the Milwaukee Brewers 7-6 on Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008349_apbbnbrewerscardinals.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 22:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008360_apbbabluejays.html?syndication=rss Mark Buehrle shut down nemesis Vernon Wells, limited Robinson Cano to an RBI grounder and kept pace early with Hiroki Kuroda. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008360_apbbabluejays.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 22:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008357_apbbnmarlins.html?syndication=rss For the second time in a week, Kevin Slowey has struggled with his location. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008357_apbbnmarlins.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 22:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008326_apbboastrospirates.html?syndication=rss Jimmy Paredes dropped Russell Martin's bases-loaded fly ball when he collided with second baseman Jake Elmore with two outs in the ninth inning, the second missed catch by a Houston right fielder, and the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied past the Astros 5-4 Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008326_apbboastrospirates.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 22:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008333_apbbnreds.html?syndication=rss Letting Cliff Lee get away unscathed early on cost the Cincinnati Reds late in the game. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008333_apbbnreds.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 22:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021008329_base18.html?syndication=rss Texas Rangers manager Ron Washington was not about to question himself Friday over Yu Darvish's recent workload. Especially since Darvish felt... Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021008329_base18.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 22:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008314_apbbaraysorioles.html?syndication=rss Kelly Johnson hit a three-run homer and an RBI single, and the Tampa Bay Rays held on for a 12-10 victory over the slumping Baltimore Orioles on Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008314_apbbaraysorioles.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 22:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008309_apbbndodgersbraves.html?syndication=rss Justin Upton gave Atlanta the lead with a sixth-inning grand slam and the Braves finally unveiled their full-strength lineup, beating the Los Angeles Dodgers 8-5 on Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008309_apbbndodgersbraves.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 22:01:06 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/17/mariners-take-a-6-3-loss-in-10-innings-on-walkoff-homer/?syndication=rss The Mariners had plenty of chances to win this game, but just could not get a big hit when they needed it the final few innings. Come to think of it, the Cleveland Indians couldn’t get one either until the very end, with the Mariners retiring 16 in a row at one point. But Lucas Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/17/mariners-take-a-6-3-loss-in-10-innings-on-walkoff-homer/?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 22:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008248_apbbndiamondbacksmarlins.html?syndication=rss Paul Goldschmidt homered twice, tied his career high with four hits and drove in four runs to lead the Arizona Diamondbacks over the Miami Marlins 9-2 Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008248_apbbndiamondbacksmarlins.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 21:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008246_apbbnredsphillies.html?syndication=rss Domonic Brown drove in the tiebreaking run on an infield grounder in the eighth and the Philadelphia Phillies snapped the Cincinnati Reds' six-game winning streak with a 5-3 victory on Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008246_apbbnredsphillies.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 21:16:03 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008211_apbbabluejaysyankees.html?syndication=rss Hiroki Kuroda pitched two-hit ball for eight dominant innings and the New York Yankees again beat Mark Buehrle and the Toronto Blue Jays, 5-0 on Friday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008211_apbbabluejaysyankees.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 21:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008067_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/2021008067_apbbayankeespettittedl.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 18:46:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008110_apbbncubs.html?syndication=rss David DeJesus singled sharply to right field in the eighth inning and Darwin Barney sprinted from second base. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008110_apbbncubs.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 18:31:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/17/game-thread-mariners-try-to-contain-high-octane-indians/?syndication=rss Raul Ibanez did it again, taking Rich Hill over the wall in right for a two-run homer in the sixth that has tied the game 3-3. That’s the fourth homer in four games for Ibanez, who now has seven on the year and is on-pace to top the 19 he had last season with the Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/17/game-thread-mariners-try-to-contain-high-octane-indians/?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 21:01:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021007909_apbbnmetscubs.html?syndication=rss Matt Harvey won his fifth straight decision, allowing five hits in 7 1-3 innings and singling in the go-ahead run in the seventh to lead the New York Mets over the Chicago Cubs 3-2 Friday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021007909_apbbnmetscubs.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 17:31:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/17/mariners-reliever-stephen-pryor-appears-to-have-setback-in-recovery/?syndication=rss Some breaking news here, as Michael Morse has been scratched from tonight’s lineup with an eye irritation. We’ll post new lineups shortly, but Endy Chavez will be in right field. Mariners relief pitcher Stephen Pryor suffered a torn lat muscle just over a month ago and we hadn’t he Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/17/mariners-reliever-stephen-pryor-appears-to-have-setback-in-recovery/?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 17:01:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/17/danny-farquhar-up-from-class-aaa-to-join-mariners-bullpen/?syndication=rss After Hector Noesi threw those 4 1/3 innings last night, it was clear the Mariners would need some extra bullpen help. So, they’re getting that tonight as Noesi has been optioned to Class AAA and Danny Farquhar has been called up. To clear a roster spot for Farquhar, the Mariners placed Stephe Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/17/danny-farquhar-up-from-class-aaa-to-join-mariners-bullpen/?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 16:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021007661_apbbaastrosryan.html?syndication=rss Reid Ryan choked back tears as he was introduced as president of his beloved Astros, the team he grew up watching in the days when his Hall of Fame father, Nolan Ryan, starred as a pitcher for Houston. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021007661_apbbaastrosryan.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 15:46:07 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/05/17/are-felix-hernandez-and-hisashi-iwakuma-the-best-one-two-starting-combo-in-the-majors/?syndication=rss (Here is today’s Mariners minor league report) (It appears that Danny Farquhar is coming up from Tacoma to fortify the Mariners’ bullpen after it was emptied last night in their 3-2 victory at Yankee Stadium. Hat tip to Ryan Divish for first reporting the pending transaction. Hector Noes The Hot Stone League http://blogs.seattletimes.com/hotstoneleague/2013/05/17/are-felix-hernandez-and-hisashi-iwakuma-the-best-one-two-starting-combo-in-the-majors/?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 15:16:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/17/mariners-have-been-here-before-but-this-feels-different/?syndication=rss The Mariners could be a .500 team again as early as tonight. Not that this is all that unusual, or late in the season. Remember, it was only two years ago that the Mariners were a .500 team on July 5 after a win in Oakland. What happened after that was a 17-game losing streak Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/17/mariners-have-been-here-before-but-this-feels-different/?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 14:31:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021002111_apbbothisdateinbaseball.html?syndication=rss May 18 Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021002111_apbbothisdateinbaseball.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 07:46:08 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001904_apbbawhitesoxangels.html?syndication=rss Jeff Keppinger walked with the bases loaded to drive in the go-ahead run - his first base on balls in 141 plate appearances this season - and the Chicago White Sox rallied with three runs in the eighth to beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-4 on Thursday night for their season-high third straight road win. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001904_apbbawhitesoxangels.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 01:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001956_apbbaangels.html?syndication=rss The Los Angeles Angels let another one get away, twice blowing the lead while the bullpen collapsed. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001956_apbbaangels.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 01:31:09 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001936_apbbnpadres.html?syndication=rss Trailing 5-0, the San Diego Padres had the bases loaded with one out in the fifth inning and were poised to do a little damage against Stephen Strasburg. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001936_apbbnpadres.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 01:01:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001850_apbbnnationalspadres.html?syndication=rss Stephen Strasburg had quite the homecoming. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001850_apbbnnationalspadres.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 00:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001925_apbbngiants.html?syndication=rss The Colorado Rockies got to Matt Cain early. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001925_apbbngiants.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 00:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021001924_rainiers17.html?syndication=rss The Tacoma Rainiers rallied from a four-run deficit in the eighth-inning, then lost 6-5 to Memphis in 10 innings Thursday in a Pacific Coast... Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021001924_rainiers17.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 00:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001882_apbbatigers.html?syndication=rss Banished to the dugout after his shortest outing in nearly three years, Justin Verlander wandered around like he didn't know who or where he was. Maybe it's because his pitching was unrecognizable. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001882_apbbatigers.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 00:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021001542_mariners17.html?syndication=rss Michael Morse hit his 10th home run of the season and Hector Noesi filled in well as the Mariners' starting pitcher. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021001542_mariners17.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 15:54:47 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001744_apbbarays.html?syndication=rss The Tampa Bay Rays came within one strike of salvaging a big win against the Boston Red Sox at the end of a long day that included placing Cy Young Award winner David Price on the disabled list. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001744_apbbarays.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 23:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001729_apbbngiantsrockies.html?syndication=rss Angel Pagan hit a tiebreaking two-run single in the sixth inning, Matt Cain settled down after a shaky start and the San Francisco Giants won their 10th straight over Colorado, rallying from a six-run deficit to beat the Rockies 8-6 on Thursday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001729_apbbngiantsrockies.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 23:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021001727_base17.html?syndication=rss It's difficult to envision the Tampa Bay Rays playing deep into October without a healthy David Price. The struggling AL Cy Young winner... Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021001727_base17.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 23:16:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/16/mariners-agree-this-was-playoff-type-win-tonight/?syndication=rss I’ve been in Seattle quite a few years now and I’ve also covered plenty of playoff games at Yankee Stadium over the years, including the two fabled ALCS against Boston in 2003 and 2004 and numerous World Series here and at other places between 1998 and 2005. And I’ve got to say, wa Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/16/mariners-agree-this-was-playoff-type-win-tonight/?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 00:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001539_apbbaredsoxrays.html?syndication=rss The Boston Red Sox were down to their last strike when Will Middlebrooks made the most of a mistake. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001539_apbbaredsoxrays.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 23:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001662_apbbatigersrangers.html?syndication=rss Geovany Soto ended Justin Verlander's night with a three-run homer that capped a seven-run third, and Yu Darvish lasted eight innings even though an anticipated pitching duel fizzled in the Texas Rangers' 10-4 victory against the Detroit Tigers on Thursday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001662_apbbatigersrangers.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 23:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001669_apbbnbrewers.html?syndication=rss Carlos Gomez is convinced the Milwaukee Brewers' current slump is just a momentary bump in the road. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001669_apbbnbrewers.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 23:01:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001641_apbbnmarlins.html?syndication=rss Trailing by a run in the ninth inning, the woeful Miami Marlins tripled twice - and still lost. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001641_apbbnmarlins.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 22:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001434_apbbnredsmarlins.html?syndication=rss On the verge of a second successive series sweep, the Cincinnati Reds encountered a ninth-inning blip. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001434_apbbnredsmarlins.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 22:31:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021001452_marinersnotebook17.html?syndication=rss Harang went to bed with a stiff lower back on Wednesday night and it was no better Thursday, leading the Mariners to scratch him from his start in favor of Hector Noesi. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021001452_marinersnotebook17.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 00:31:02 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001513_apbbamarinersyankees.html?syndication=rss On a night of injuries, the Seattle Mariners patched together just enough pitching to win. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001513_apbbamarinersyankees.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 22:01:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/16/mariners-bullpen-puts-up-great-effort-in-clinching-series/?syndication=rss Now that’s the type of game the Mariners will be thrilled to prevail in and the kind of series that can be a real confidence-builder for this team. The Mariners held on to win 3-2 tonight in a game that saw both sides throw some serious pitching at one another, especially in the late going. Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/16/mariners-bullpen-puts-up-great-effort-in-clinching-series/?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 21:46:06 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/16/mariners-bullpen-puts-up-great-effort-in-clinching-series/?syndication=rss Now that’s the type of game the Mariners will be thrilled to prevail in and the kind of series that can be a real confidence-builder for this team. The Mariners held on to win 3-2 tonight in a game that saw both sides throw some serious pitching at one another, especially in the late going. Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/16/mariners-bullpen-puts-up-great-effort-in-clinching-series/?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 21:46:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001454_apbbnbrewerspirates.html?syndication=rss Travis Snider homered for the first time in nine months and drove in three runs to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates past the reeling Milwaukee Brewers 7-1 on Thursday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001454_apbbnbrewerspirates.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 21:31:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/16/game-thread-hector-noesi-tries-to-make-a-statement-to-mariners/?syndication=rss What a nailbiter this one is turning into as the Yankees scored a run in the seventh to cut Seattle’s lead to 3-2. Yoervis Medina gave up a single and a walk to start the inning, then, after a strikeout and a groundout, Robinson Cano came up with runners on second and third. Lucas Luetge Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/16/game-thread-hector-noesi-tries-to-make-a-statement-to-mariners/?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 21:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001143_apbbncardinals.html?syndication=rss Adam Wainwright grimaced at the notion that fatigue factored into an unsatisfactory follow-up to perhaps the most dominant effort of his career. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021001143_apbbncardinals.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 18:01:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/16/eric-wedge-says-hector-noesi-needs-to-stay-aggressive-for-mariners/?syndication=rss Raul Ibanez will be back in the lineup tonight despite the presence of left-handed starter Andy Pettitte on the mound for the New York Yankees. Ibanez has three home runs his last two games, nine homers in his last 11 games at Yankee Stadium and is now a career .283 hitter at the new Yankee Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/16/eric-wedge-says-hector-noesi-needs-to-stay-aggressive-for-mariners/?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 17:16:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/16/eric-wedge-says-hector-noesi-needs-to-stay-aggressive-for-mariners/?syndication=rss Raul Ibanez will be back in the lineup tonight despite the presence of left-handed starter Andy Pettitte on the mound for the New York Yankees. Ibanez has three home runs his last two games, nine homers in his last 11 games at Yankee Stadium and is now a career .283 hitter at the new Yankee Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/16/eric-wedge-says-hector-noesi-needs-to-stay-aggressive-for-mariners/?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 17:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020997514_apbbomlbinstantreplay.html?syndication=rss Major League Baseball appears set for a vast expansion of video review by umpires in 2014 and is examining whether all calls other than balls and strikes should be subject to instant replay. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020997514_apbbomlbinstantreplay.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 00:05:25 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021000873_apbbnmetscardinals.html?syndication=rss Daniel Murphy and David Wright combined for five hits and three RBIs against Adam Wainwright and the New York Mets snapped a six-game losing streak with a 5-2 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021000873_apbbnmetscardinals.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 16:16:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/16/aaron-harang-out-hector-noesi-in-for-mariners-tonight/?syndication=rss Aaron Harang began feeling some lower back stiffness yesterday and by today, it had not gone away. As a result, he’s been scratched from tonight’s scheduled start here in New York and Hector Noesi will take his place. Noesi, as you may recall, used to pitch for the Yankees before coming Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/16/aaron-harang-out-hector-noesi-in-for-mariners-tonight/?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 16:01:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020998080_apbbarayspriceout.html?syndication=rss The Tampa Bay Rays have put AL Cy Young Award winner David Price on the 15-day disabled list because of a strained left triceps. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020998080_apbbarayspriceout.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 14:46:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/16/eric-wedge-raul-ibanez-and-playing-a-managerial-hunch/?syndication=rss We’ve seen Raul Ibanez hit three home runs in two games at Yankee Stadium after Mariners manager Eric Wedge openly stated that his outfielder’s prior success at this ballpark was one of the reasons he’d see game action. Another reason given for Ibanez starting on Tuesday night agai Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/16/eric-wedge-raul-ibanez-and-playing-a-managerial-hunch/?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 12:16:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020994399_apbbaangels.html?syndication=rss Angels manager Mike Scioscia saw the direction Barry Enright's night was going and he wasn't about to give the right-hander any more rope. So he pulled him with the bases loaded and none out in the third inning - even though he was only down 1-0. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020994399_apbbaangels.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 02:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020994346_apbbnnationals.html?syndication=rss The Washington Nationals fell to 4-19 at Dodger Stadium since the start of the 2006 season. They didn't get out of town without some nicks, either. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020994346_apbbnnationals.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 02:01:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020994146_apbbnnationalsdodgers.html?syndication=rss Zack Greinke returned early from the disabled list, and the Los Angeles Dodgers' offense is starting to pick up. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020994146_apbbnnationalsdodgers.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 01:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020994228_apbbaroyalsangels.html?syndication=rss Lorenzo Cain hit a three-run double and Billy Butler capped his most productive series of the season with a two-run single, leading the Kansas City Royals to a 9-5 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020994228_apbbaroyalsangels.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 01:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020994034_apbbnrockies.html?syndication=rss To Colorado Rockies starter Jon Garland, allowing runs in any capacity hurts. It doesn't matter who does the damage. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020994034_apbbnrockies.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 23:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2020993710_mariners16.html?syndication=rss Raul Ibanez again treated Yankee Stadium as his personal playground, hitting a grand slam and two-run homer Wednesday night. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2020993710_mariners16.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 00:02:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2020994008_base16.html?syndication=rss Justin Verlander said it's May. Yu Darvish said it's not the first great opposing pitcher he's faced, and won't be his last. True on all counts... Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2020994008_base16.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 23:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993889_apbbnmetscardinals.html?syndication=rss Rookie Shelby Miller followed up his nearly perfect one-hitter with 5 2-3 scoreless innings and the Cardinals scored the go-ahead run in the seventh on a wild pitch in a 4-2 victory over the New York Mets on Wednesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993889_apbbnmetscardinals.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 22:46:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/15/raul-ibanez-says-he-isnt-sure-the-ballpark-has-anything-to-do-with-homer-barrage/?syndication=rss Raul Ibanez was asked post-game about his performance at Yankee Stadium last year and now, in the first tewo games here this season. Ibanez hit two more homers tonight in a 12-2 win by the Mariners and now has three in the two games so far. He also has hit nine in his last 11 Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/15/raul-ibanez-says-he-isnt-sure-the-ballpark-has-anything-to-do-with-homer-barrage/?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 11:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993894_apbbnmarlins.html?syndication=rss With the Miami Marlins on their way to another shutout loss, the biggest cheers from a small crowd Wednesday came when highlights of the Heat's playoff victory over the Chicago Bulls were shown on the video scoreboard. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993894_apbbnmarlins.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 22:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993873_apbbnbrewers.html?syndication=rss Yovani Gallardo and the struggling Milwaukee Brewers can't even count on beating the Pittsburgh Pirates anymore. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993873_apbbnbrewers.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 22:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993844_apbbnrockiescubs.html?syndication=rss Jeff Samardzija hit a two-run home run and pitched eight strong innings for his first win since opening day and the Chicago Cubs beat the Colorado Rockies 6-3 on Wednesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993844_apbbnrockiescubs.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 22:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2020993834_marinersnotes16.html?syndication=rss Since the move, Morse has collected seven hits in three games. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2020993834_marinersnotes16.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 22:16:03 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993824_apbbaredsoxrays.html?syndication=rss Jon Lester stayed unbeaten, Stephen Drew hit his second career grand slam and the Boston Red Sox roughed up AL Cy Young winner David Price and the Tampa Bay Rays 9-2 on Wednesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993824_apbbaredsoxrays.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 22:01:08 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993773_apbbnredsmarlins.html?syndication=rss Shin-Soo Choo hit two homers and four pitchers combined on an 11-hit shutout Wednesday night to help the Cincinnati Reds extend their winning streak to a season-best five games by beating Miami 4-0. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993773_apbbnredsmarlins.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 21:31:09 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993706_apbbamarinersyankees.html?syndication=rss Raul Ibanez again treated Yankee Stadium as his personal playground, hitting a grand slam and two-run homer Wednesday night to help the Seattle Mariners rout New York 12-2. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993706_apbbamarinersyankees.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 21:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993721_apbbogiantsbluejays.html?syndication=rss J.P. Arencibia and Adam Lind each hit two-run home runs, Ramon Ortiz won for the first time since 2011 and the Toronto Blue Jays won their season-high fourth straight game Wednesday night, beating the San Francisco Giants 11-3. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993721_apbbogiantsbluejays.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 21:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993691_apbbnbrewerspirates.html?syndication=rss Wandy Rodriguez allowed one run over seven strong innings and Neil Walker hit a two-run single as the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Milwaukee Brewers 3-1 on Wednesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993691_apbbnbrewerspirates.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 21:16:03 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/15/raul-ibanez-and-mariners-destroy-the-yankees-in-new-york/?syndication=rss The Bronx Bombers were running for some shelter underground in the first inning and never really found it as the Mariners pounded them throughout in a 12-2 victory. Hisashi Iwakuma won’t have it much easier than that. The first of two homers by Raul Ibanez, a grand slam in the first off Phil H Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/15/raul-ibanez-and-mariners-destroy-the-yankees-in-new-york/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 21:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993247_apbbnbravesdiamondbacks.html?syndication=rss Tim Hudson threw Eric Chavez a steady diet of cut fastballs and sliders Wednesday and the Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman feasted. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993247_apbbnbravesdiamondbacks.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 19:31:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993530_apbbaathletics.html?syndication=rss When everything is rolling for the Oakland Athletics, Brandon Moss' line drive with two runners on in the sixth falls perfectly in the gap for a key hit. On Wednesday, Nelson Cruz ran down the ball and snagged it for a spectacular diving catch. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993530_apbbaathletics.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 19:01:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/15/game-thread-hisashi-iwakuma-hopes-to-show-new-york-what-all-the-fuss-is-about/?syndication=rss Kyle Seager just continued the Seattle onslaught with a three-run homer to right-center in the sixth inning, giving the Mariners  12-2 lead. A slight correction from earlier: the seven-run first inning by the Mariners was the most they’ve ever scored on the road against the Yankees in a f Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/15/game-thread-hisashi-iwakuma-hopes-to-show-new-york-what-all-the-fuss-is-about/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 21:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993217_apbbaorioles.html?syndication=rss Facing the team he spent spring training with, Freddy Garcia looked like he needed a few more exhibition games. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993217_apbbaorioles.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 17:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993210_apbbarangersathletics.html?syndication=rss Nelson Cruz hit a three-run homer, Alexi Ogando earned his first career win against Oakland and the Texas Rangers took the rubber game with the Athletics 6-2 on Wednesday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993210_apbbarangersathletics.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 17:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020992924_apbbawhitesoxtwins.html?syndication=rss Last in the American League in hitting and scoring, the Chicago White Sox started to find some offense this week in Minnesota. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020992924_apbbawhitesoxtwins.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 17:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993131_apbbatigers.html?syndication=rss For the second time in five days, Miguel Cabrera was at the plate with the winning run on base and the Detroit Tigers down to their final out. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993131_apbbatigers.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 17:16:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/15/michael-morse-says-early-homer-barrage-may-not-have-been-the-best-thing-for-him/?syndication=rss We’ve seen Michael Morse collect five hits in his first two games since being pushed back from the No. 4 spot in the order to No. 5. So, was the move a stroke of genius? Or maybe Morse used a different brand of detergent on his game jersey? Point is, it’s too soon to tell. Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/15/michael-morse-says-early-homer-barrage-may-not-have-been-the-best-thing-for-him/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 17:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020990368_apbbopadresorioles.html?syndication=rss Alexi Amarista had three extra-base hits and the San Diego Padres matched their season-high with 17 hits, beating the Baltimore Orioles 8-4 Wednesday for a two-game sweep. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020990368_apbbopadresorioles.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 17:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020992961_apbbaverlandervsdarvish.html?syndication=rss Justin Verlander says it's May. Yu Darvish says it's not the first great opposing pitcher he's faced, and won't be his last. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020992961_apbbaverlandervsdarvish.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 16:46:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993020_apbbophillies.html?syndication=rss Cole Hamels hardly looks like an ace worth a $144 million contract. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993020_apbbophillies.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 16:31:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020992839_apbboindiansphillies.html?syndication=rss Jason Kipnis hit a three-run homer, Nick Swisher and Mike Aviles also went deep to back Corey Kluber, and the Cleveland Indians beat the Philadelphia Phillies 10-4 Wednesday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020992839_apbboindiansphillies.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 15:46:08 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020992174_apbbaastrostigers.html?syndication=rss Brandon Barnes caught Miguel Cabrera's bases-loaded drive against the wall in right-center field for the final out, and the Houston Astros avoided a season sweep against the Detroit Tigers with a 7-5 victory Wednesday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020992174_apbbaastrostigers.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 15:46:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020989484_apbbnphillieszambrano.html?syndication=rss In a need of a lift in the rotation, the Phillies are taking a chance on Carlos Zambrano. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020989484_apbbnphillieszambrano.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 14:01:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/15/why-the-mariners-are-handcuffed-in-their-middle-infield/?syndication=rss There has been plenty of justifiable discussion of late pertaining to how the Mariners can continue to carry both Brendan Ryan and Robert Andino on the same roster when Ryan is batting .129 and Andino .169. It’s certainly a valid question for any team hoping to win more than it loses. And ther Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/05/15/why-the-mariners-are-handcuffed-in-their-middle-infield/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 12:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020989056_apbbnmets.html?syndication=rss The New York Mets finally showed some offensive life on Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020989056_apbbnmets.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 11:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985824_apbbnjimlitke051513.html?syndication=rss If the Cubs were half as good at baseball as they are at artist's renderings, the team would have left Wrigley Field behind long before now. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985824_apbbnjimlitke051513.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 03:01:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985788_apbbaathletics.html?syndication=rss The Oakland Athletics had an All-Star closer on the brink and were in prime position for another walk-off win. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985788_apbbaathletics.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 02:31:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985776_apbbaroyals.html?syndication=rss Jeremy Guthrie's 18-game unbeaten streak ended with a powerful display from the middle of the Los Angeles Angels' previously underachieving lineup. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985776_apbbaroyals.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 02:16:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985768_apbbnnationals.html?syndication=rss The Washington Nationals had a chance to get to Clayton Kershaw early. They just couldn't convert and the Dodgers' ace was nearly unhittable the rest of the way. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985768_apbbnnationals.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 02:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985743_apbbarangersathletics.html?syndication=rss Rangers manager Ron Washington kept calm and stuck with his reliable closer even as Joe Nathan pitched himself into serious trouble. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985743_apbbarangersathletics.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 02:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985642_apbbnnationalsdodgers.html?syndication=rss Clayton Kershaw wanted to give the Dodgers' tired bullpen a rest. He did just that. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985642_apbbnnationalsdodgers.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 01:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985729_apbbnbraves.html?syndication=rss Julio Teheran pitched well enough to win, his only trouble coming after a mix-up with first baseman Freddie Freeman led to an infield double. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985729_apbbnbraves.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 01:01:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985698_apbbnbrewers.html?syndication=rss Mike Fiers wouldn't second guess himself on a tough night for the Milwaukee Brewers bullpen. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985698_apbbnbrewers.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 00:46:15 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2020985623_base15.html?syndication=rss High-paid pitcher to start Wednesday against the Nationals Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2020985623_base15.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 00:46:15 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2020985604_mariners15.html?syndication=rss Seattle wastes a strong performance from Felix Hernandez and a 3-0 lead. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2020985604_mariners15.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 16:31:39 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985647_apbbaroyalsangels.html?syndication=rss Albert Pujols, Howie Kendrick, Josh Hamilton and Mike Trout all homered off Jeremy Guthrie, and the Los Angeles Angels handed the right-hander his first loss in 19 starts with a 6-2 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985647_apbbaroyalsangels.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 00:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985463_apbbnbrewerspirates.html?syndication=rss Andrew McCutchen figured if he kept hitting the ball hard that something good would eventually happen. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985463_apbbnbrewerspirates.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 00:01:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985626_apbbnmets.html?syndication=rss The New York Mets finally showed some offensive life on Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985626_apbbnmets.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 23:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985620_apbbnbravesdiamondbacks.html?syndication=rss Patrick Corbin allowed three hits in seven innings and the Arizona Diamondbacks turned an infield double into two runs to beat the Atlanta Braves 2-0 Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985620_apbbnbravesdiamondbacks.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 23:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2020985619_marinersnotes15.html?syndication=rss Jason Bay says his newfound revival with the Mariners boils down to his accepting "the evolution of a career" that no longer sees him playing... Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2020985619_marinersnotes15.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 01:06:04 PDT