Baseball Today Philadelphia at New York Mets (7:10 p.m. EDT). Joe Blanton makes his first start for the Phillies after his trade from Oakland. He faces Johan Santana (8-7) in an NL East showdown.
Phillies' Jenkins injured by broken bat Philadelphia Phillies right fielder Geoff Jenkins bruised his shoulder Sunday when he was hit by the barrel of his broken bat.
Cantu's single in the 11th beats Phils 3-2 Savoring his game-winning single, Jorge Cantu rounded first base and kept going, trying to escape his jubilant Florida Marlins teammates.
Carpenter set to begin rehab assignment on Sunday Cardinals ace Chris Carpenter, sidelined since opening day in 2007 because of an elbow injury, will begin a rehab assignment on Sunday with hopes of joining the rotation in August.
Phils' Myers regains swagger in minors Right-hander Brett Myers rejoined the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday after starting four games in the minor leagues trying to shake a season-long slump.
Oakland activates SS Bobby Crosby from DL The Oakland Athletics activated shortstop Bobby Crosby from the disabled list Friday and moved left-hander Dallas Braden into their rotation.
Blanton to make 1st start for Phils against Mets The Philadelphia Phillies moved Adam Eaton to the bullpen Friday to open a spot in the rotation for newly acquired Joe Blanton, who is expected to start for the team Tuesday against the New York Mets.
Thursday's Sports In Brief From sunny San Diego to bleak and blustery Royal Birkdale, the expression on Rocco Mediate's face didn't change.
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