Sometimes, having two elite sluggers and little else can hurt your squad

Nyjer Morgan's wild week has landed him an eight-game suspension, one of nine punishments handed out Friday by Major League Baseball following a brawl between Washington Nationals and Florida Marlins.

Stephen Strasburg had reconstructive elbow surgery Friday that could keep him out of the starting rotation until the 2012 season.

Manny Ramirez admits he was at fault in his past behavior with the Red Sox.

Curtis Granderson drove in three runs and the Yankees beat the Jays for their seventh straight win.

After missing a game, Josh Hamilton is back in the Rangers' lineup as designated hitter.

Dustin Pedroia undergoes season-ending surgery to insert a screw into his fractured left foot.

Cole Hamels dominated over seven innings and the Phillies capitalized on a Milwaukee miscue to score the only run they would need in a 1-0 victory over the Brewers.

Mets starter Johan Santana is day to day with a strained pectoral muscle.

The Rangers have agreed to terms with Mark Prior on a minor league contract.

New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez confirmed Friday that he has split with longtime agent Scott Boras.

Left-hander Mike Hampton is back in the majors after having his contract selected by the Diamondbacks.

Chicago Cubs general manager Jim Hendry said there is no front-runner for the managerial job, and he has yet to interview Ryne Sandberg.

Twins manager Ron Gardenhire says right-hander Scott Baker will probably miss two starts because of tendinitis in his pitching elbow.

Miguel Cabrera was not in theTigers' lineup Friday night at Kansas City because of left biceps tendinitis.

The Rockies have activated right-hander Aaron Cook from the 15-day disabled list and will start the sinkerball specialist Friday night in San Diego.