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Cole Hamels pitched eight scoreless innings, finishing up by retiring Bryce Harper on a grounder as the Philadelphia Phillies snapped a season-long four-game losing streak Wednesday night with a 3-1 victory over the Washington Nationals.

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Hall of Famer?

Is Cards' slugger Lance Berkman a Hall of Famer? Or just a member of the Hall of Very Good?

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No rush

Andre Ethier isn't putting a deadline on contract talks with Dodgers.

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'No respect'

David Ortiz is angry about perceptions of his leadership ability, and he's got a point.

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Toughest job

Harkins: Catchers have responsibilities of a QB, get acclaim of offensive linemen. Full story

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In the Cards

The World Series champion Cardinals haven't missed a beat this season, thanks to Carlos Beltran and Mike Matheny.

Kemp is best player in game today
Nats' shocking start isn't shocking
Valentine is least of Boston's problems
Underestimate Rays at your own risk
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Call to arms

Tampa Bay's Matt Moore is among top young pitchers to watch in 2012.

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They have it

They're not even 21 years old, but the Angels' Mike Trout and the Nationals' Bryce Harper are already playing like superstars.

It's always about health with Hamilton
Angels have no reason to panic
Expect no Verlander dropoff
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What's a leader?

Big Papi is angry about his leadership perception, and he's got a point.

HBT: Mariano Rivera is not finished
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