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Associated PressQuintana happy to join Cubs' playoff push after tradeBy TODD KARPOVICHBALTIMORE (AP) Jose Quintana didn't have to travel far when he was traded from the Chicago White Sox to the Cubs.However, he understands the expectations are worlds apart.Entering Friday, the Cubs (43-45) trailed Milwaukee by 5 +...

Fantasy Sports NetworkFANTASY PLAYS: Quintana's value after trade to CubsBy JAKE CIELYThe All-Star break is over, which means it's time to get your eyes back on the road toward a fantasy baseball title. As we head into the second half, we already have a significant trade along with a...

AP Sports WriterRed Sox cut losses, designate Sandoval for assignmentBy JIMMY GOLENBOSTON (AP) Panda-mania is over in Boston before it ever really began.The Red Sox designated third baseman Pablo Sandoval for assignment on Friday, cutting their losses on the $95 million free agent who was never productive or...

AP Sports WriterCourt: MLB committee can determine Nationals' rights feesBy BEN NUCKOLSWASHINGTON (AP) A committee of Major League Baseball owners and executives can determine how much money the Washington Nationals should receive from the Baltimore Orioles for television broadcasts of their games, an appeals court ruled Thursday.The Nationals...

White Sox reliever Nate Jones has season-ending surgeryCHICAGO (AP) Chicago White Sox reliever Nate Jones has undergone season-ending arm surgery.Sidelined since April 28 because of inflammation in his right elbow, he experienced discomfort during a throwing session last week.General manager Rick Hahn says the issue stems from Tommy...

AP Sports WriterCourt: MLB committee can determine Nationals' rights feesBy BEN NUCKOLSWASHINGTON (AP) A committee of Major League Baseball owners and executives can determine how much money the Washington Nationals should receive from the Baltimore Orioles for television broadcasts of their games, an appeals court ruled Thursday.The Nationals...

Dad of Red Sox minor leaguer faces drug, weapons chargesTOMS RIVER, N.J. (AP) The father of Boston Red Sox pitching prospect Jason Groome faces drug and weapons charges in New Jersey.Authorities on Wednesday announced the arrests of 43-year-old Jason Groome of Barnegat and two other men following a...

Rays place injured OF Colby Rasmus on restricted listST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) The Tampa Bay Rays have placed injured outfielder Colby Rasmus on the restricted list after the player's decision to `step away from baseball.'The team did not provide specifics Thursday, instead saying in a brief statement that...

AP Sports WriterCubs acquire Quintana in blockbuster trade with White SoxBy ANDREW SELIGMANCHICAGO (AP) The Chicago Cubs found the pitching help they were looking for just a few miles from Wrigley Field. They hope it will give the scuffling team the kick it needs.The defending World Series champions...

Brewers get LH reliever Tyler Webb from YankeesMILWAUKEE (AP) The Milwaukee Brewers have acquired left-handed reliever Tyler Webb from the New York Yankees for minor league first baseman Garrett Cooper.The trade was announced Thursday. Webb had a 4.50 ERA in seven appearances this year season with the Yankees...

AP Sports WriterBanged-up Orioles are under .500 but insist all is not lostBy DAVID GINSBURGBALTIMORE (AP) An array of injuries, poor pitching and lopsided defeats left the Baltimore Orioles with a losing record at the All-Star break.Fortunately, they're still within striking distance of a playoff spot. So, operating...

Brewers get LH reliever Tyler Webb from YankeesMILWAUKEE (AP) The Milwaukee Brewers have acquired left-handed reliever Tyler Webb from the New York Yankees for minor league first baseman Garrett Cooper.Webb was assigned to Triple-A following the trade Thursday. He had a 4.50 ERA in seven appearances this year...