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08/19/2010 - (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Atlanta Braves won't have newly-acquired first baseman Derrek Lee in the lineup this afternoon, but will still try to complete a three-game sweep of the Washington Nationals at Turner Field.
Lee, who was hitting .251 with 16 homers and 56 runs batted in for the Chicago Cubs, was acquired by the Braves on Wednesday for three pitching prospects. However, he has been battling back problems of late and had to waive his no- trade clause for the deal to go through.
"It just felt right," said Lee, who had turned down a deal that would have sent him to Anaheim earlier in the year. "The main thing, though, is that we have six weeks to go. Atlanta is in first place. They're playing great baseball. The chance to go to the postseason -- it's hard to pass up."
The Braves did not need Lee on Wednesday, as Jason Heyward's line drive base hit up the middle plated Rick Ankiel with the game-winning run in the ninth, giving Atlanta a dramatic 3-2 victory.
In Atlanta's final at-bat, Ankiel posted a one-out single off Sean Burnett (0-7) and moved to second when Tyler Clippard walked David Ross. Clippard struck out Omar Infante for the second out but fell behind 3-0 to Heyward, who had the green light and ripped a single past a diving Ian Desmond at short to secure the Braves' 21st victory in their final at-bat.
"I was really surprised [Heyward swung at a 3-0 pitch]," Clippard said. "But then again you have to tip your cap because he got a base hit."
Billy Wagner (7-2) struck out the side in the top of the ninth to get credit for the win, the club's seventh in eight games to remain 2 1/2 games ahead of the Phillies atop the NL East Division.
Neither starter factored in the decision despite each allowing only two runs in seven innings of work. Atlanta's Tim Hudson, attempting to win a sixth straight start, gave up eight hits and two walks, while Livan Hernandez scattered nine hits and a pair of bases on balls for Washington.
"Hudson had another great night," Heyward said. "We did a great job of finding a way to get a couple of runs to tie it up...and we figured out a way to get another run across."
Heading to the hill for the Braves today will be veteran Derek Lowe, who is 11-10 on the year with a 4.29 ERA. Lowe lost for the second time in his last three decisions on Saturday against the Los Angeles Dodgers, despite a solid effort that saw him surrender a run and 10 hits in six innings.
Lowe lost to the Nats the last time he faced them and is 6-6 lifetime against them with a 4.04 ERA in 20 games, 14 of which were starts.
Washington, meanwhile, will be trying to avoid the sweep with righty John Lannan on the hill seeking his third straight win since a minor league stint. Lannan beat the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday, holding them to a pair of runs and four hits in seven innings, upping his season mark to 4-5, while lowering his ERA to 5.23.
Lannan has faced the Braves eight times and is 3-4 against them with a 3.44 ERA.
Atlanta has won six of its 11 meetings with the Nats this season.
<< Red Sox go for season sweep of Halos at Fenway
(Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Boston Red Sox try to complete a season sweep of the
Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim this evening when they wrap up their three-game
series at Fenway Park.
Boston, which was swept by the Angels in last year's Americ
<< Padres go for unprecedented road sweep of Cubs
(Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The San Diego Padres are pulling away in the National
League West and look to further distance themselves from the rest of the
division this afternoon, when they shoot for a rare four-game sweep of the
Chicago Cubs from histo
<< Rockies target rare series win at Chavez Ravine
(Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Colorado Rockies still have playoff aspirations, but
right now the club would settle for a long-overdue series win over the rival
Los Angeles Dodgers.
The Rockies will try to accomplish that feat in tonight's rubber ma
<< Rays take winning streak into Oakland
(Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Tampa Bay Rays try to push their winning streak to six
games this evening when they open a four-game series against the Oakland
Athletics at the Coliseum.
That may be easier said than done, though, as the Rays
Yankees turn to Hughes in series finale vs. Tigers >>
(Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Phil Hughes goes after win No. 15 this afternoon when the
New York Yankees close out their four-game series with the Detroit Tigers at
Yankee Stadium.
Hughes has alternated wins and losses in his last seven outings, bu
Davies attempts to pitch Royals to sweep of Tribe >>
(Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Kansas City Royals will leave it up to Kyle Davies to
hopes of completing a three-game sweep of the Cleveland Indians tonight from
Kauffman Stadium, where the two AL Central also-rans close out their series.
Kansas Cit
AL West-leading Rangers aim to snap skid in Baltimore >>
(Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Texas Rangers try to snap a three-game losing streak
this evening when they open a four-game series with the Baltimore Orioles at
Camden Yards.
After splitting a two-game set with the New York Yankees, then taki
Hamels hopes for better luck in Phils' finale with Giants >>
(Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Lately Cole Hamels has been the poster boy for lack of run
support for the surging Philadelphia Phillies, who will send their left-handed
ace to the mound tonight with intentions of securing a three-game sweep of the
San Fran
American Idol odds : Blake Lewis the Early Standout
An important American Idol betting lines recap from February 20 Guys episode. The 12 men came out flat overall with Blake Lewis appearing to have the early edge after the first hour and a half.
Rudy - was quite good singing "Free Ride" to start off. Randy was not impressed though. Paula thought he started off fantastic. "Never had anyone stop off so lively" said Paula but Simon (who does not like Rudy) does not feel he has a distinct voice and was not impressed either.
Brandon was a little pitchy according to Randy and Paula agreed. Simon said he was a good singer but the song was "too safe" and he needs to make an impact. He was listed at +1200 odds or $1200 paid out on a $100 bet should he win the competition.
Big favorite Sundance came in with a flat version of "Knights in White Satin" and the judges let him have it, including Paula. Randy claimed the song was out of pitch throughout.
Korean American - and a Jenny Woo favorite - Paul Kim was up next. Another pitchy flat one but Randy said he still liked his potential. Kim at +3000 odds was said to have sung a "third rate version of that (George Michael) song" according to Simon Cowell. He sang "Careless Whisper".
22 year old Chris Richardson was up next. He was listed with +1100 odds coming in. He got the best response from the judges though Simon did not believe the vocal was that great.
Nick was boring and pitchy. Simon didn't think he was that bad though and predicted he would be back next week. Nick Pedro was a big +3000 dog coming into this competition.
Beat boxer Blake Lewis was listed with early +1000 odds or $1000 payout on a $100 bet if he were to become the next American Idol winner odds . These of course were the early odds. He was considered original for picking an "odd song". He did not beat box and the judges felt it was the best vocal of the night.
Sanjaya came in as the second biggest favorite after Chris Sligh but his performance Tuesday night was not very good.
Chris Sleigh was the early favorite at +450 odds. Great voice and a great sense of humor. He's a real standout. Randy felt it was on point but maybe ahead of the chorus a little bit. Simon Cowell said he felt like he was in some "sort of weird student gig".
Jared Cotter followed. He was listed with +2000 odds early on to win the competition. The judges felt he needs to take more risks but looked good.
22-year old AJ Talbado, who has tried out for American Idol five times, was up next. "Kind of a theme park performance" said Simon. Though the judges felt he performed okay. Simon did feel AJ might be better than he originally thought.
Phil - this season's military favorite - came into this competition with +1200 odds to win the competition. He was the last to perform. He was certainly strong enough to get through this stage of the competition and perhaps the best one after a shaky start.
Tomorrow night, the ladies perform and I sure hope they do a better job than the boys. Check out all the American Idol betting odds here.
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El Duque expected to throw Tuesday
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. -- New York Mets pitcher Orlando Hernandez, sidelined at spring training because of arthritis in his neck, is expected to resume throwing on Tuesday.
Hernandez received a cortisone shot Thursday after leaving camp and returning to New York to have his neck examined. The 41-year-old right-hander is penciled in as the team's No. 2 starter behind Tom Glavine.
El Duque's health is a major issue for the Mets, who won the NL East in 2007 and came within one victory of the World Series. Their aging and unsettled rotation is a big question mark this year.
MySportsbook.com has the Mets as -110 favorites to repeat as NL East champions odds.
Hernandez went 11-11 with a 4.66 ERA last season, including 9-7 with a 4.09 ERA in 20 starts after the Mets acquired him from Arizona in late May. But he missed the playoffs because of a torn calf muscle.
New York already is without Pedro Martinez, out until at least midseason following rotator cuff surgery. Among those competing for starting jobs are prospects Mike Pelfrey, Philip Humber and Jason Vargas, plus veterans Chan Ho Park, Jorge Sosa and Aaron Sele.
Notes: Mets manager Willie Randolph is excited about two new utility players he could have on his bench: Damion Easley and David Newhan. ''Their value is really all over the place,'' Randolph said. Easley can play anywhere in the infield and could be used as an emergency outfielder, though Randolph said he would prefer to keep the veteran in the infield. Newhan, meanwhile, can play second base, third or any outfield position for the Mets. ''I love versatility,'' Randolph said. ''I love guys that can give me options when I need them to step in.''
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