Boston Bruins vs Montreal Canadiens Live Streaming NHL Online on 7:00 pm EDT Tue April 26, 2011
Boston Bruins can end the series with a fourth straight victory Tuesday night. If Montreal comes out on top, it’s back to Boston, where the Canadiens have won two of three, for a decisive Game 7 on Wednesday night. Boston Bruins vs Montreal Canadiens Live. Now five games into this 33rd playoff series between the Bruins and the Canadiens, there is little to separate the margin of play between the two bitter rivals. Each team has scored 12 goals in the series, making Boston’s one-game lead that much more valuable. Boston won a 7-0 blowout at home on March 24 in the final regular-season game between the two teams.
Montreal Canadiens has converted two of 16 power-play opportunities. Boston is 0 for 15 with the man advantage. Montreal police deplored the completely irresponsible use of the 911 number, they did begin an ongoing investigation into the incident, which left Pacioretty with a severe concussion and a broken neck vertebrae. Montreal Canadiens left wing headfirst into a stanchion at the end of the Bruins’ bench at the Bell Centre. Boston Bruins vs Montreal Canadiens Live Webcast. And aside from two heat-of-the-moment fights, there has been little of the dirty play that has blemished many of the other first-round series around the league.
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Buffalo Sabres vs Philadelphia Flyers Live Streaming NHL Online
Buffalo Sabres vs Philadelphia Flyers Live Streaming NHL Online on 7:30 pm EDT Tue April 26, 2011
Buffalo Sabres didn’t miss him. Buffalo responded by going 29-11-6 in its final 46 games to clinch a playoff spot in its second-to-last game of the season. Sabres should have Roy in the lineup for the first time since Dec. 23. The team’s leading scorer when he suffered a torn quadriceps in December, he had been ruled out of the first round. But he’ll be pressed into service with Connolly injured. Buffalo Sabres vs Philadelphia Flyers Live. And while he’s glad to be back, certainly, Roy isn’t sure how much he can push himself in a frantic Game 7.
Philadelphia Flyers, though, are leaning on a bit of recent history to assist them as they try and rally from 3-2 down to win a series. They famously trailed Boston 3-0 in the Eastern Conference semifinals last year and stormed back to win four straight. Buffalo Sabres vs Philadelphia Flyers Live Webcast. Flyers coach Peter Laviolette keeps spinning the wheel in net—round and round it goes, where it stops—well, at least the Flyers know. He ended any mystery by naming veteran Brian Boucher the starter. Yes, the Flyers have used three starting goalies in the series. Sergei Bobrovsky to Boucher to Michael Leighton back to Boucher.
Buffalo Sabres didn’t miss him. Buffalo responded by going 29-11-6 in its final 46 games to clinch a playoff spot in its second-to-last game of the season. Sabres should have Roy in the lineup for the first time since Dec. 23. The team’s leading scorer when he suffered a torn quadriceps in December, he had been ruled out of the first round. But he’ll be pressed into service with Connolly injured. Buffalo Sabres vs Philadelphia Flyers Live. And while he’s glad to be back, certainly, Roy isn’t sure how much he can push himself in a frantic Game 7.
Philadelphia Flyers, though, are leaning on a bit of recent history to assist them as they try and rally from 3-2 down to win a series. They famously trailed Boston 3-0 in the Eastern Conference semifinals last year and stormed back to win four straight. Buffalo Sabres vs Philadelphia Flyers Live Webcast. Flyers coach Peter Laviolette keeps spinning the wheel in net—round and round it goes, where it stops—well, at least the Flyers know. He ended any mystery by naming veteran Brian Boucher the starter. Yes, the Flyers have used three starting goalies in the series. Sergei Bobrovsky to Boucher to Michael Leighton back to Boucher.
Chicago Blackhawks vs Vancouver Canucks Live Streaming NHL Online
Chicago Blackhawks vs Vancouver Canucks Live Streaming NHL Online on 10:00 pm EDT Tue April 26, 2011
Chicago Blackhawks appear to have an edge on the goalie they will face, assuming Vigneault was telling the truth when he said it would be Luongo. The defending Stanley Cup champion Blackhawks are just happy to be playing a Game 7—something they avoided during their Cup run last season. Chicago backed its way into the playoffs, losing its final game and relying on help to clinch the West’s eighth and final seed. Chicago Blackhawks vs Vancouver Canucks Live. Chicago Blackhawks are a win away from making history. For the Vancouver Canucks, it feels as though they’re repeating it.
Vancouver Canucks coach misled reporters before making rookie Cory Schneider the shocking Game 6 starter ahead of Luongo, who was named a Vezina Trophy finalist as the top NHL goalie Friday. Luongo, pulled from Games 4 and 5 and lit up by the Blackhawks the last three playoffs, came in after Schneider cramped up giving up the tying goal on a penalty shot early in the third period. Chicago Blackhawks vs Vancouver Canucks Live Webcast. Canucks are going to get bounced from the playoffs by the Blackhawks for a third straight season—and enter the NHL history books for blowing a 3-0 series lead—they’ll do it with their general manager blasting the officiating and their franchise goalie stopping shots.
Chicago Blackhawks appear to have an edge on the goalie they will face, assuming Vigneault was telling the truth when he said it would be Luongo. The defending Stanley Cup champion Blackhawks are just happy to be playing a Game 7—something they avoided during their Cup run last season. Chicago backed its way into the playoffs, losing its final game and relying on help to clinch the West’s eighth and final seed. Chicago Blackhawks vs Vancouver Canucks Live. Chicago Blackhawks are a win away from making history. For the Vancouver Canucks, it feels as though they’re repeating it.
Vancouver Canucks coach misled reporters before making rookie Cory Schneider the shocking Game 6 starter ahead of Luongo, who was named a Vezina Trophy finalist as the top NHL goalie Friday. Luongo, pulled from Games 4 and 5 and lit up by the Blackhawks the last three playoffs, came in after Schneider cramped up giving up the tying goal on a penalty shot early in the third period. Chicago Blackhawks vs Vancouver Canucks Live Webcast. Canucks are going to get bounced from the playoffs by the Blackhawks for a third straight season—and enter the NHL history books for blowing a 3-0 series lead—they’ll do it with their general manager blasting the officiating and their franchise goalie stopping shots.
Atlanta Hawks vs Orlando Magic Live Streaming NBA Online
Atlanta Hawks vs Orlando Magic Live Streaming NBA Online on 7:30 pm EDT Tue April 26, 2011
Atlanta Hawks also remains content to live with Howard’s big numbers and have defended the perimeter just well enough to throw Orlando off. It’s also had an unbelievable effort from reserve Jamal Crawford. Atlanta Hawks vs Orlando Magic Live. There were some trouble signs for Atlanta in Game 4, though. With his team-high 25-point effort in Game 4 Crawford became the first bench player to score 20 or more points in the first four games of a series since Kevin McHale did it for Boston in 1991.Pachulia’s return could be more vital, as he has done one of the most serviceable jobs off the bench banging around underneath with Howard.
Orlando Magic starter Jason Richardson and Hawks’ reserve Zaza Pachulia will both return to action after serving one-game suspensions for their altercation near the end of Game 3. Aside from letting the Magic back the game after building a 16-point lead, Atlanta also at times reverted back into the isolation-based offensive sets that have gotten it into trouble at times. They also did a poor job down the stretch of managing possessions. Atlanta Hawks vs Orlando Magic Live Webcast. Magic are averaging just 90.3 points and three of their go-to outside threats—Jameer Nelson, Hedo Turkoglu and Redick—are all shooting less than 35 percent from the field, none more than 23 percent from beyond the arc.
Atlanta Hawks also remains content to live with Howard’s big numbers and have defended the perimeter just well enough to throw Orlando off. It’s also had an unbelievable effort from reserve Jamal Crawford. Atlanta Hawks vs Orlando Magic Live. There were some trouble signs for Atlanta in Game 4, though. With his team-high 25-point effort in Game 4 Crawford became the first bench player to score 20 or more points in the first four games of a series since Kevin McHale did it for Boston in 1991.Pachulia’s return could be more vital, as he has done one of the most serviceable jobs off the bench banging around underneath with Howard.
Orlando Magic starter Jason Richardson and Hawks’ reserve Zaza Pachulia will both return to action after serving one-game suspensions for their altercation near the end of Game 3. Aside from letting the Magic back the game after building a 16-point lead, Atlanta also at times reverted back into the isolation-based offensive sets that have gotten it into trouble at times. They also did a poor job down the stretch of managing possessions. Atlanta Hawks vs Orlando Magic Live Webcast. Magic are averaging just 90.3 points and three of their go-to outside threats—Jameer Nelson, Hedo Turkoglu and Redick—are all shooting less than 35 percent from the field, none more than 23 percent from beyond the arc.
Indiana Pacers vs Chicago Bulls Live Streaming NBA Online
Indiana Pacers vs Chicago Bulls Live Streaming NBA Online on 8:00 pm EDT Tue April 26, 2011
Indiana Pacers have frustrated Rose and the Bulls with traps, throwing the offense out of sync, and they’ve been fouling hard on shots down low. Rose sprained his ankle driving to the basket late in the first quarter of Game 4 on Saturday and wasn’t his usual dominant self as the Pacers beat Chicago 89-84 to avoid the sweep, finishing with 15 points and 10 assists. Indiana Pacers vs Chicago Bulls Live. That in part explains why Indiana has 67 turnovers into 89 points and why Chicago is shooting 39.8 percent, although Indiana isn’t much better at 41.3 percent.
Chicago Bulls have fared well when short-handed, winning despite losing Boozer and Joakim Noah for significant portions of the season because they have one of the deepest rosters, not to mention an MVP favorite at the point. Indiana Pacers vs Chicago Bulls Live Webcast. Chicago Bulls, meanwhile, are getting pushed in a big way after a posting a league-leading 62 wins and securing homecourt advantage throughout the playoffs. Chicago Bulls can breathe a little easier knowing that an MRI confirmed there was no major structural damage.
Indiana Pacers have frustrated Rose and the Bulls with traps, throwing the offense out of sync, and they’ve been fouling hard on shots down low. Rose sprained his ankle driving to the basket late in the first quarter of Game 4 on Saturday and wasn’t his usual dominant self as the Pacers beat Chicago 89-84 to avoid the sweep, finishing with 15 points and 10 assists. Indiana Pacers vs Chicago Bulls Live. That in part explains why Indiana has 67 turnovers into 89 points and why Chicago is shooting 39.8 percent, although Indiana isn’t much better at 41.3 percent.
Chicago Bulls have fared well when short-handed, winning despite losing Boozer and Joakim Noah for significant portions of the season because they have one of the deepest rosters, not to mention an MVP favorite at the point. Indiana Pacers vs Chicago Bulls Live Webcast. Chicago Bulls, meanwhile, are getting pushed in a big way after a posting a league-leading 62 wins and securing homecourt advantage throughout the playoffs. Chicago Bulls can breathe a little easier knowing that an MRI confirmed there was no major structural damage.
New Orleans Hornets vs Los Angeles Lakers Live Streaming NBA Online
New Orleans Hornets vs Los Angeles Lakers Live Streaming NBA Online on 10:30 pm EDT Tue April 26, 2011
New Orleans Hornets have remained humble about their upstart run at the Lakers after stumbling into the playoffs and losing leading scorer David West to a season-ending injury. Yet two victories in four games have built a fire of confidence under New Orleans, which is drafting off the remarkable pace set by its star point guard. New Orleans Hornets vs Los Angeles Lakers Live. When the two-time champions face that pivotal first-round Game 5 against New Orleans on Tuesday night at Staples Center, they’ll have to draw from their expansive well of postseason experience just to keep moving forward on the brutal drive toward a threepeat.
Los Angeles Lakers are familiar with best-of-three finishes to their playoff series: Three of their four postseason series last year were tied after four games, as were two series during their initial title run in 2009. New Orleans Hornets vs Los Angeles Lakers Live Webcast. Los Angeles Lakers have been here before while playing 67 postseason games over the previous three years. But the dilemma posed by the Hornets is unique. Los Angeles Lakers still haven’t drained that well, but their task gets a bit tougher each time they have to go there to find the energy necessary to finish off contenders.
New Orleans Hornets have remained humble about their upstart run at the Lakers after stumbling into the playoffs and losing leading scorer David West to a season-ending injury. Yet two victories in four games have built a fire of confidence under New Orleans, which is drafting off the remarkable pace set by its star point guard. New Orleans Hornets vs Los Angeles Lakers Live. When the two-time champions face that pivotal first-round Game 5 against New Orleans on Tuesday night at Staples Center, they’ll have to draw from their expansive well of postseason experience just to keep moving forward on the brutal drive toward a threepeat.
Los Angeles Lakers are familiar with best-of-three finishes to their playoff series: Three of their four postseason series last year were tied after four games, as were two series during their initial title run in 2009. New Orleans Hornets vs Los Angeles Lakers Live Webcast. Los Angeles Lakers have been here before while playing 67 postseason games over the previous three years. But the dilemma posed by the Hornets is unique. Los Angeles Lakers still haven’t drained that well, but their task gets a bit tougher each time they have to go there to find the energy necessary to finish off contenders.
New York Mets vs Washington Nationals Live Streaming MLB Online
New York Mets vs Washington Nationals Live Streaming MLB Online on 7:05 pm EDT Tue April 26, 2011
New York Mets, who dropped two of three at home to the Nationals from April 8-10, will also face Philadelphia during their road trip. New York has scored 27 runs and hit nine homers during the four-game winning streak. Over the previous 10 games, the Mets averaged 3.1 runs and had five home runs. New York Mets vs Washington Nationals Live. Wright is 6 for 14 with three homers - two Sunday - and six RBIs in the last four games, after going hitless with nine strikeouts in the five previous contests. New York Mets seek their fifth straight victory when they open a three-game series at the Washington Nationals on Tuesday.
Washington Nationals hitters didn’t have any more success earlier this month against New York’s Chris Young, who returns to the mound for the first time since facing Washington on April 10. Washington has slowed down after winning eight of 11, losing four of its last five. The Nationals dropped two of three at Pittsburgh, losing the finale 4-2 on Monday in a makeup of a Friday rainout. New York Mets vs Washington Nationals Live Webcast. Young was placed on the 15-day disabled list with right biceps tendinitis after giving up one run and one hit over seven innings of a 7-3, 11-inning loss.
New York Mets, who dropped two of three at home to the Nationals from April 8-10, will also face Philadelphia during their road trip. New York has scored 27 runs and hit nine homers during the four-game winning streak. Over the previous 10 games, the Mets averaged 3.1 runs and had five home runs. New York Mets vs Washington Nationals Live. Wright is 6 for 14 with three homers - two Sunday - and six RBIs in the last four games, after going hitless with nine strikeouts in the five previous contests. New York Mets seek their fifth straight victory when they open a three-game series at the Washington Nationals on Tuesday.
Washington Nationals hitters didn’t have any more success earlier this month against New York’s Chris Young, who returns to the mound for the first time since facing Washington on April 10. Washington has slowed down after winning eight of 11, losing four of its last five. The Nationals dropped two of three at Pittsburgh, losing the finale 4-2 on Monday in a makeup of a Friday rainout. New York Mets vs Washington Nationals Live Webcast. Young was placed on the 15-day disabled list with right biceps tendinitis after giving up one run and one hit over seven innings of a 7-3, 11-inning loss.
Kansas City Royals vs Cleveland Indians Live Streaming MLB Online
Kansas City Royals vs Cleveland Indians Live Streaming MLB Online on 7:05 pm EDT Tue April 26, 2011
Kansas City Royals fell 8-7 to the Rangers on Sunday despite Mike Aviles’ first career multihomer game. His four RBIs tied a career high. Shin-Soo Choo threw out two runners at the plate in the third inning Sunday but continues to struggle at the plate, batting .207 after leading Cleveland with a .300 average last year. Kansas City Royals vs Cleveland Indians Live. However, his only extra-base hit in the past seven games was a double off Hochevar, and Choo is 12 for 20 with three homers lifetime against him.
Cleveland Indians have dropped three in a row for the first time this season following a 4-3 defeat to the Twins on Sunday. However, they enter Tuesday looking to win an eighth straight home game for the first time since April 29-May 18, 2007. Kansas City Royals vs Cleveland Indians Live Webcast. Cleveland dropped back-to-back games in Minnesota after a rainout Friday, and the Royals lost three straight to Texas. Cleveland Indians began last week with the AL’s best record and the Royals were tied for second-best in the league heading into their series in Kansas City.
Kansas City Royals fell 8-7 to the Rangers on Sunday despite Mike Aviles’ first career multihomer game. His four RBIs tied a career high. Shin-Soo Choo threw out two runners at the plate in the third inning Sunday but continues to struggle at the plate, batting .207 after leading Cleveland with a .300 average last year. Kansas City Royals vs Cleveland Indians Live. However, his only extra-base hit in the past seven games was a double off Hochevar, and Choo is 12 for 20 with three homers lifetime against him.
Cleveland Indians have dropped three in a row for the first time this season following a 4-3 defeat to the Twins on Sunday. However, they enter Tuesday looking to win an eighth straight home game for the first time since April 29-May 18, 2007. Kansas City Royals vs Cleveland Indians Live Webcast. Cleveland dropped back-to-back games in Minnesota after a rainout Friday, and the Royals lost three straight to Texas. Cleveland Indians began last week with the AL’s best record and the Royals were tied for second-best in the league heading into their series in Kansas City.
San Francisco Giants vs Pittsburgh Pirates Live Streaming MLB Online
San Francisco Giants vs Pittsburgh Pirates Live Streaming MLB Online on 7:05 pm EDT Tue April 26, 2011
San Francisco Giants walked a season-high seven in Sunday’s 9-6, 10-inning loss to Atlanta and surrendered 16 free passes in three games while getting swept in a rematch of last season’s NL division series. San Francisco Giants vs Pittsburgh Pirates Live. San Francisco Giants’ third baseman could give him problems. After hitting just .268 with 13 homers in 2010, a slimmer Sandoval is batting .319 with five home runs - four in his last nine games - and 13 RBIs. Not only are the Giants batting .194 and averaging 2.8 runs during their losing streak, the team’s starters - second in the NL last season with a 3.54 ERA - have a 7.71 ERA in the last four games.
Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Neil Walker, 5 for 8 in the last two games, scored four times and had four hits in 10 at-bats as Pittsburgh dropped two of three June 4-6 in the Giants’ last visit to PNC Park. Walker has never faced Cain. San Francisco Giants vs Pittsburgh Pirates Live Webcast. Pittsburgh Pirates will look for another strong start Tuesday when Charlie Morton gets a chance to rebound from a rough outing. The right-hander, who gave up four total earned runs in his first three starts, surrendered six and a career-high-tying 10 hits in Wednesday’s 6-0 loss at Florida.
San Francisco Giants walked a season-high seven in Sunday’s 9-6, 10-inning loss to Atlanta and surrendered 16 free passes in three games while getting swept in a rematch of last season’s NL division series. San Francisco Giants vs Pittsburgh Pirates Live. San Francisco Giants’ third baseman could give him problems. After hitting just .268 with 13 homers in 2010, a slimmer Sandoval is batting .319 with five home runs - four in his last nine games - and 13 RBIs. Not only are the Giants batting .194 and averaging 2.8 runs during their losing streak, the team’s starters - second in the NL last season with a 3.54 ERA - have a 7.71 ERA in the last four games.
Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Neil Walker, 5 for 8 in the last two games, scored four times and had four hits in 10 at-bats as Pittsburgh dropped two of three June 4-6 in the Giants’ last visit to PNC Park. Walker has never faced Cain. San Francisco Giants vs Pittsburgh Pirates Live Webcast. Pittsburgh Pirates will look for another strong start Tuesday when Charlie Morton gets a chance to rebound from a rough outing. The right-hander, who gave up four total earned runs in his first three starts, surrendered six and a career-high-tying 10 hits in Wednesday’s 6-0 loss at Florida.
Chicago White Sox vs New York Yankees Live Streaming MLB Online
Chicago White Sox vs New York Yankees Live Streaming MLB Online on 7:05 pm EDT Tue April 26, 2011
Chicago White Sox won for just the second time in 12 games, 2-0 on Monday behind Phil Humber. The oft-traveled Humber made his sixth career start a successful one by taking a no-hitter into the seventh inning before Alex Rodriguez singled for one of New York’s three hits. Chicago White Sox vs New York Yankees Live. Chicago White Sox were visited by general manager Kenny Williams, who made the trip to reiterate his support for the team and Guillen’s staff. Chicago right-hander has fared well against numerous current New York hitters, including Derek Jeter, Robinson Cano, Rodriguez, Mark Teixeira and Nick Swisher.
New York Yankees Ivan Nova may have good memories of facing the White Sox entering his second start against them. The right-hander earned his first major league victory Aug. 29, 2010, by giving up one run over 5 2-3 innings in a 2-1 road win over Chicago. Chicago White Sox vs New York Yankees Live Webcast. New York Yankees may not find their task much easier against Floyd, who is 1-1 with a 3.29 ERA in four starts against them. New York leads the majors with 36 home runs and a .486 slugging percentage. The series-opening loss marked both the second time this season the powerful Yankees were shut out, and the second time they failed to get an extra-base hit.
Chicago White Sox won for just the second time in 12 games, 2-0 on Monday behind Phil Humber. The oft-traveled Humber made his sixth career start a successful one by taking a no-hitter into the seventh inning before Alex Rodriguez singled for one of New York’s three hits. Chicago White Sox vs New York Yankees Live. Chicago White Sox were visited by general manager Kenny Williams, who made the trip to reiterate his support for the team and Guillen’s staff. Chicago right-hander has fared well against numerous current New York hitters, including Derek Jeter, Robinson Cano, Rodriguez, Mark Teixeira and Nick Swisher.
New York Yankees Ivan Nova may have good memories of facing the White Sox entering his second start against them. The right-hander earned his first major league victory Aug. 29, 2010, by giving up one run over 5 2-3 innings in a 2-1 road win over Chicago. Chicago White Sox vs New York Yankees Live Webcast. New York Yankees may not find their task much easier against Floyd, who is 1-1 with a 3.29 ERA in four starts against them. New York leads the majors with 36 home runs and a .486 slugging percentage. The series-opening loss marked both the second time this season the powerful Yankees were shut out, and the second time they failed to get an extra-base hit.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs Florida Marlins Live Streaming MLB Online
Los Angeles Dodgers vs Florida Marlins Live Streaming MLB Online on 7:10 pm EDT Tue April 26, 2011
Los Angeles Dodgers center fielder Matt Kemp, 5 for 14 with a home run off Volstad, leads the majors in hits and batting average after going 1 for 4 on Monday. Los Angeles Dodgers vs Florida Marlins Live. Kershaw, 1-0 with a 2.08 ERA in two starts against Florida, could get plenty of run support Tuesday. Los Angeles is batting .306 and averaging 7.0 runs while recording double-digit hits in six consecutive games. The Dodgers’ last seven-game run with 10 or more hits was July 7-17, 2007. LA Dodgers fell 5-4 on Monday with closer Jonathan Broxton giving up two unearned runs in the ninth for his first blown save of the season.
Florida Marlins center fielder Chris Coghlan hit two homers and went 3 for 4 in the series opener to improve his batting average to .395 over the last 11 contests. Coghlan struck out in his only at-bat against Kershaw. Broxton, though, was not the only one to blame. Shortstop Jamey Carroll let a grounder slip under his glove with two outs in the ninth and rookie left fielder Jerry Sands misjudged Omar Infante’s line drive that helped the Marlins win for the ninth time in 11 games. Los Angeles Dodgers vs Florida Marlins Live Webcast.
Los Angeles Dodgers center fielder Matt Kemp, 5 for 14 with a home run off Volstad, leads the majors in hits and batting average after going 1 for 4 on Monday. Los Angeles Dodgers vs Florida Marlins Live. Kershaw, 1-0 with a 2.08 ERA in two starts against Florida, could get plenty of run support Tuesday. Los Angeles is batting .306 and averaging 7.0 runs while recording double-digit hits in six consecutive games. The Dodgers’ last seven-game run with 10 or more hits was July 7-17, 2007. LA Dodgers fell 5-4 on Monday with closer Jonathan Broxton giving up two unearned runs in the ninth for his first blown save of the season.
Florida Marlins center fielder Chris Coghlan hit two homers and went 3 for 4 in the series opener to improve his batting average to .395 over the last 11 contests. Coghlan struck out in his only at-bat against Kershaw. Broxton, though, was not the only one to blame. Shortstop Jamey Carroll let a grounder slip under his glove with two outs in the ninth and rookie left fielder Jerry Sands misjudged Omar Infante’s line drive that helped the Marlins win for the ninth time in 11 games. Los Angeles Dodgers vs Florida Marlins Live Webcast.
Seattle Mariners vs Detroit Tigers Live Streaming MLB Online
Seattle Mariners vs Detroit Tigers Live Streaming MLB Online on 7:05 pm EDT Tue April 26, 2011
During last season’s lone matchup in Seattle, Hernandez allowed two runs over 6 2-3 innings during an 11-3 victory. The victory was one of only four for the Mariners over the past 12 games. They are facing a Tigers team that’s won nine of 12 and coming off a three-game home sweep of Chicago, outscoring the White Sox 21-3. Seattle Mariners vs Detroit Tigers Live. Hernandez will try to stop that roll by earning a seventh consecutive win over the Tigers. He has a 1.87 ERA in his last five matchups and given up one run over seven innings in each of his last two games at Comerica.
Detroit Tigers are batting .256 and have averaged 4.5 runs, but have provided their left-hander an average of 2.08 runs in those three outings. Coke gave up six runs - two earned - and his four walks matched a career high. He also committed one of Detroit’s two errors in that game. Seattle Mariners vs Detroit Tigers Live Webcast. After throwing seven scoreless innings in his previous start, Coke didn’t make it out of the fourth inning during a 13-3 loss in Seattle on Tuesday. That was the only Tigers loss during the three-game series at Safeco Field and in the past six games.
During last season’s lone matchup in Seattle, Hernandez allowed two runs over 6 2-3 innings during an 11-3 victory. The victory was one of only four for the Mariners over the past 12 games. They are facing a Tigers team that’s won nine of 12 and coming off a three-game home sweep of Chicago, outscoring the White Sox 21-3. Seattle Mariners vs Detroit Tigers Live. Hernandez will try to stop that roll by earning a seventh consecutive win over the Tigers. He has a 1.87 ERA in his last five matchups and given up one run over seven innings in each of his last two games at Comerica.
Detroit Tigers are batting .256 and have averaged 4.5 runs, but have provided their left-hander an average of 2.08 runs in those three outings. Coke gave up six runs - two earned - and his four walks matched a career high. He also committed one of Detroit’s two errors in that game. Seattle Mariners vs Detroit Tigers Live Webcast. After throwing seven scoreless innings in his previous start, Coke didn’t make it out of the fourth inning during a 13-3 loss in Seattle on Tuesday. That was the only Tigers loss during the three-game series at Safeco Field and in the past six games.
Colorado Rockies vs Chicago Cubs Live Streaming MLB Online
Colorado Rockies vs Chicago Cubs Live Streaming MLB Online on 8:05 pm EDT Tue April 26, 2011
Colorado Rockies was 0 for 8 with runners in scoring position and had only four hits, including three singles. The team is batting .139 during the first four games of its road trip while scoring 12 runs. Colorado Rockies vs Chicago Cubs Live. Colorado Rockies have a chance to do that after Monday’s 5-3 victory over the Cubs. They scored four unearned runs off Matt Garza, taking advantage of three errors by Starlin Castro in the second inning and one by Garza in the fifth that allowed the go-ahead run to score.
Chicago Cubs, which has seven errors in its last three contests, has lost four of five, stranding 20 baserunners the last two games - including 12 on Monday. De La Rosa, who had 16 victories in 2009 but just eight last year, had another strong outing Wednesday, giving up two runs and four hits in a season-high seven innings of a 10-2 victory against San Francisco. He struck out six as he recorded his first quality start of the year. Colorado Rockies vs Chicago Cubs Live Webcast. Jorge De La Rosa, who is looking to extend the best start of his career, will take the mound Tuesday for the Rockies as they try to win consecutive games at Wrigley Field for the first time since 2006.
Colorado Rockies was 0 for 8 with runners in scoring position and had only four hits, including three singles. The team is batting .139 during the first four games of its road trip while scoring 12 runs. Colorado Rockies vs Chicago Cubs Live. Colorado Rockies have a chance to do that after Monday’s 5-3 victory over the Cubs. They scored four unearned runs off Matt Garza, taking advantage of three errors by Starlin Castro in the second inning and one by Garza in the fifth that allowed the go-ahead run to score.
Chicago Cubs, which has seven errors in its last three contests, has lost four of five, stranding 20 baserunners the last two games - including 12 on Monday. De La Rosa, who had 16 victories in 2009 but just eight last year, had another strong outing Wednesday, giving up two runs and four hits in a season-high seven innings of a 10-2 victory against San Francisco. He struck out six as he recorded his first quality start of the year. Colorado Rockies vs Chicago Cubs Live Webcast. Jorge De La Rosa, who is looking to extend the best start of his career, will take the mound Tuesday for the Rockies as they try to win consecutive games at Wrigley Field for the first time since 2006.
Boston Red Sox vs Baltimore Orioles Live Streaming MLB Online
Boston Red Sox vs Baltimore Orioles Live Streaming MLB Online on 7:05 pm EDT Tue April 26, 2011
Boston Red Sox's Buchholz’s contributions to Boston’s current pitching run came Wednesday, when he allowed one run, six hits and four walks in 5 1-3 innings of a 5-3 win in Oakland. Bases on balls have been a bit of a concern for Buchholz, who has issued 14 walks in 20 1-3 innings. Boston Red Sox vs Baltimore Orioles Live. Crawford, who hit his first home run with Boston on Sunday, batted .381 with 11 extra-base hits in 17 games against the Orioles last season with Tampa Bay.
Baltimore Orioles will counter with Zach Britton, who might give the team its best chance to win. Since April 8, the Orioles are 2-1 when Britton starts and 1-10 when he doesn’t. Boston Red Sox vs Baltimore Orioles Live Webcast. Baltimore Orioles showed some grit Sunday against New York, rallying from a three-run deficit and tying the game on a double by Brian Roberts with two outs in the ninth, but they lost 6-3 in 11 innings. Buchholz, for one, has an impressive history against Baltimore.
Boston Red Sox's Buchholz’s contributions to Boston’s current pitching run came Wednesday, when he allowed one run, six hits and four walks in 5 1-3 innings of a 5-3 win in Oakland. Bases on balls have been a bit of a concern for Buchholz, who has issued 14 walks in 20 1-3 innings. Boston Red Sox vs Baltimore Orioles Live. Crawford, who hit his first home run with Boston on Sunday, batted .381 with 11 extra-base hits in 17 games against the Orioles last season with Tampa Bay.
Baltimore Orioles will counter with Zach Britton, who might give the team its best chance to win. Since April 8, the Orioles are 2-1 when Britton starts and 1-10 when he doesn’t. Boston Red Sox vs Baltimore Orioles Live Webcast. Baltimore Orioles showed some grit Sunday against New York, rallying from a three-run deficit and tying the game on a double by Brian Roberts with two outs in the ninth, but they lost 6-3 in 11 innings. Buchholz, for one, has an impressive history against Baltimore.
St. Louis Cardinals vs Houston Astros Live Streaming MLB Online
St. Louis Cardinals vs Houston Astros Live Streaming MLB Online on 8:05 pm EDT Tue April 26, 2011
St. Louis signed him to a one-year deal for $8 million in December, and Berkman has proven his worth thus far. He’s hitting .377 overall, including .488 with six homers and 14 RBIs since April 11. But Berkman didn’t play well in 2010, batting .245 and dealing with early-season knee and groin injuries before the trade. He had two hits in Sunday’s 3-0 win over Cincinnati, giving him eight multihit games in his last 11. St. Louis Cardinals vs Houston Astros Live. Berkman spent a second stint on the 15-day disabled list once arriving in the Bronx, hit .255 in 37 games and didn’t have a $15 million option exercised.
Houston Astros is batting .287 at home - 38 points higher than its road average - but facing Jaime Garcia won’t be easy. Garcia wasn’t perfect Wednesday against Washington, surrendering three runs - one earned - over five innings, but earned a 5-3 win thanks to four strong innings from St. Louis’ bullpen. St. Louis Cardinals vs Houston Astros Live Webcast. After scoring 16 runs while splitting their first two games in Milwaukee over the weekend, the Astros were limited to J.R. Towles’ homer in a 4-1 loss Sunday.
St. Louis signed him to a one-year deal for $8 million in December, and Berkman has proven his worth thus far. He’s hitting .377 overall, including .488 with six homers and 14 RBIs since April 11. But Berkman didn’t play well in 2010, batting .245 and dealing with early-season knee and groin injuries before the trade. He had two hits in Sunday’s 3-0 win over Cincinnati, giving him eight multihit games in his last 11. St. Louis Cardinals vs Houston Astros Live. Berkman spent a second stint on the 15-day disabled list once arriving in the Bronx, hit .255 in 37 games and didn’t have a $15 million option exercised.
Houston Astros is batting .287 at home - 38 points higher than its road average - but facing Jaime Garcia won’t be easy. Garcia wasn’t perfect Wednesday against Washington, surrendering three runs - one earned - over five innings, but earned a 5-3 win thanks to four strong innings from St. Louis’ bullpen. St. Louis Cardinals vs Houston Astros Live Webcast. After scoring 16 runs while splitting their first two games in Milwaukee over the weekend, the Astros were limited to J.R. Towles’ homer in a 4-1 loss Sunday.
Toronto Blue Jays vs Texas Rangers Live Streaming MLB Online
Toronto Blue Jays vs Texas Rangers Live Streaming MLB Online on 8:05 pm EDT Tue April 26, 2011
Toronto Blue Jays reliever Frank Francisco received his World Series ring from the Rangers before the series opener. Francisco spent his first six major league seasons with Texas before he was traded in January. Toronto Blue Jays vs Texas Rangers Live. esse Litsch will replace the demoted Brett Cecil in the rotation Tuesday for Toronto. Litsch gave up six runs over six innings in his last start for the Blue Jays, an 8-1 loss at Boston on April 17. Litsch, who was optioned to Triple-A Las Vegas last Tuesday, threw 44 pitches and allowed one earned run over three innings in his lone appearance in the minors Friday.
Texas Rangers infielder Michael Young doubled twice Monday, and is batting .419 during a 15-game hitting streak. Harrison won his first three outings with a 1.23 ERA, but gave up a season-high three runs over 6 2-3 innings Wednesday in a 4-1 loss to the Angels. Toronto Blue Jays vs Texas Rangers Live Webcast. Texas Rangers will try to do a better job of keeping the Blue Jays in the ballpark Tuesday night when Matt Harrison looks to bounce back from his first loss. Rangers infielder Michael Young doubled twice Monday, and is batting .419 during a 15-game hitting streak.
Toronto Blue Jays reliever Frank Francisco received his World Series ring from the Rangers before the series opener. Francisco spent his first six major league seasons with Texas before he was traded in January. Toronto Blue Jays vs Texas Rangers Live. esse Litsch will replace the demoted Brett Cecil in the rotation Tuesday for Toronto. Litsch gave up six runs over six innings in his last start for the Blue Jays, an 8-1 loss at Boston on April 17. Litsch, who was optioned to Triple-A Las Vegas last Tuesday, threw 44 pitches and allowed one earned run over three innings in his lone appearance in the minors Friday.
Texas Rangers infielder Michael Young doubled twice Monday, and is batting .419 during a 15-game hitting streak. Harrison won his first three outings with a 1.23 ERA, but gave up a season-high three runs over 6 2-3 innings Wednesday in a 4-1 loss to the Angels. Toronto Blue Jays vs Texas Rangers Live Webcast. Texas Rangers will try to do a better job of keeping the Blue Jays in the ballpark Tuesday night when Matt Harrison looks to bounce back from his first loss. Rangers infielder Michael Young doubled twice Monday, and is batting .419 during a 15-game hitting streak.
Cincinnati Reds vs Milwaukee Brewers Live Streaming MLB Online
Cincinnati Reds vs Milwaukee Brewers Live Streaming MLB Online on 8:10 pm EDT Tue April 26, 2011
The Cincinnati Reds have outscored the Brewers 32-16 in 2011. Leake has benefited greatly from the Cincinnati offense, which has supported him with 11.8 runs per nine innings in his four starts. Most impressively, Leake managed to brush distractions aside and earn the win three days after getting arrested for shoplifting from a Cincinnati department store. Cincinnati Reds vs Milwaukee Brewers Live. The 23-year-old right-hander pitched solidly in a 7-4 home victory over Arizona on Thursday, limiting the Diamondbacks to three runs and four hits over seven innings.
Milwaukee Brewers's Ryan Braun, who had two hits including a two-run homer - his eighth of the season, tied with Toronto’s Jose Bautista for the major league lead. Estrada pitched a perfect inning of relief against Houston on Friday. He’s made one career appearance out of the bullpen against the Reds, allowing one run over four innings last May. Cincinnati Reds vs Milwaukee Brewers Live Webcast. The right-hander pitched well in his last start April 17 at Washington, limiting the Nationals to one run over six innings while striking out seven, but didn’t get a decision in Milwaukee’s 5-1 loss.
The Cincinnati Reds have outscored the Brewers 32-16 in 2011. Leake has benefited greatly from the Cincinnati offense, which has supported him with 11.8 runs per nine innings in his four starts. Most impressively, Leake managed to brush distractions aside and earn the win three days after getting arrested for shoplifting from a Cincinnati department store. Cincinnati Reds vs Milwaukee Brewers Live. The 23-year-old right-hander pitched solidly in a 7-4 home victory over Arizona on Thursday, limiting the Diamondbacks to three runs and four hits over seven innings.
Milwaukee Brewers's Ryan Braun, who had two hits including a two-run homer - his eighth of the season, tied with Toronto’s Jose Bautista for the major league lead. Estrada pitched a perfect inning of relief against Houston on Friday. He’s made one career appearance out of the bullpen against the Reds, allowing one run over four innings last May. Cincinnati Reds vs Milwaukee Brewers Live Webcast. The right-hander pitched well in his last start April 17 at Washington, limiting the Nationals to one run over six innings while striking out seven, but didn’t get a decision in Milwaukee’s 5-1 loss.
Tampa Bay Rays vs Minnesota Twins Live Streaming MLB Online
Tampa Bay Rays vs Minnesota Twins Live Streaming MLB Online on 8:10 pm EDT Tue April 26, 2011
Tampa Bay Rays didn’t have to face scheduled starter Francisco Liriano last week, and that likely worked to their advantage. Liriano is coming off his best outing of the season, and he’ll be going on seven days’ rest after his start Friday was skipped because of a rainout. Tampa Bay Rays vs Minnesota Twins Live. Liriano is 2-1 with a 2.16 ERA in five career starts against Tampa Bay. In his lone outing versus the Rays last season, the left-hander gave up a run and four hits while striking out 10 in seven innings of Tampa Bay’s 8-6 comeback win July 3.
Minnesota Twins defeated Cleveland 4-3 on Sunday to take both games of the rain-shortened set for its first series win. Delmon Young is expected to return to Minnesota’s lineup after sitting out the last five games with sore ribs and the flu. Tampa Bay Rays rotation has been instrumental to the turnaround. Its starting pitchers have worked seven or more innings in 11 of the past 12 games while posting a 2.65 ERA. Tampa Bay Rays vs Minnesota Twins Live Webcast. Tampa Bay has split its four games since and is again in position to move above the break-even mark.
Tampa Bay Rays didn’t have to face scheduled starter Francisco Liriano last week, and that likely worked to their advantage. Liriano is coming off his best outing of the season, and he’ll be going on seven days’ rest after his start Friday was skipped because of a rainout. Tampa Bay Rays vs Minnesota Twins Live. Liriano is 2-1 with a 2.16 ERA in five career starts against Tampa Bay. In his lone outing versus the Rays last season, the left-hander gave up a run and four hits while striking out 10 in seven innings of Tampa Bay’s 8-6 comeback win July 3.
Minnesota Twins defeated Cleveland 4-3 on Sunday to take both games of the rain-shortened set for its first series win. Delmon Young is expected to return to Minnesota’s lineup after sitting out the last five games with sore ribs and the flu. Tampa Bay Rays rotation has been instrumental to the turnaround. Its starting pitchers have worked seven or more innings in 11 of the past 12 games while posting a 2.65 ERA. Tampa Bay Rays vs Minnesota Twins Live Webcast. Tampa Bay has split its four games since and is again in position to move above the break-even mark.
Philadelphia Phillies vs Arizona Diamondbacks Live Streaming MLB Online
Philadelphia Phillies vs Arizona Diamondbacks Live Streaming MLB Online on 9:40 pm EDT Tue April 26, 2011
Philadelphia Phillies have gone seven straight games without scoring in the first inning, but that could change against Hudson. He has given up nine runs in the opening frame over his last three outings, including four in Thursday’s 7-4 loss at Cincinnati. Philadelphia Phillies vs Arizona Diamondbacks Live. Philadelphia had a season-high five-game win streak snapped. The Phillies’ 39 runs since April 10 are the fewest in baseball. Raul Ibanez is 0 for 18 in his last six games, Shane Victorino is 2 for 19 on the current road trip and slugger Ryan Howard is homerless in his last 12 contests.
Arizona Diamondbacks entered the series with the worst ERA in baseball at 5.16, but Ian Kennedy pitched a three-hitter for his first complete game. Chris Young has enjoyed the most success against Oswalt among Diamondbacks hitters, going 6 for 15. Young also came through against Lee with a two-run homer in the third inning Monday to break out of a 1-for-22 slump and help Arizona end a four-game slide. Philadelphia Phillies vs Arizona Diamondbacks Live Webcast. Oswalt’s 1.91 ERA in 12 starts against the Diamondbacks is his lowest against any NL team.
Philadelphia Phillies have gone seven straight games without scoring in the first inning, but that could change against Hudson. He has given up nine runs in the opening frame over his last three outings, including four in Thursday’s 7-4 loss at Cincinnati. Philadelphia Phillies vs Arizona Diamondbacks Live. Philadelphia had a season-high five-game win streak snapped. The Phillies’ 39 runs since April 10 are the fewest in baseball. Raul Ibanez is 0 for 18 in his last six games, Shane Victorino is 2 for 19 on the current road trip and slugger Ryan Howard is homerless in his last 12 contests.
Arizona Diamondbacks entered the series with the worst ERA in baseball at 5.16, but Ian Kennedy pitched a three-hitter for his first complete game. Chris Young has enjoyed the most success against Oswalt among Diamondbacks hitters, going 6 for 15. Young also came through against Lee with a two-run homer in the third inning Monday to break out of a 1-for-22 slump and help Arizona end a four-game slide. Philadelphia Phillies vs Arizona Diamondbacks Live Webcast. Oswalt’s 1.91 ERA in 12 starts against the Diamondbacks is his lowest against any NL team.
Oakland Athletics vs Los Angeles Angels Live Streaming MLB Online
Oakland Athletics vs Los Angeles Angels Live Streaming MLB Online on 10:05 pm EDT Tue April 26, 2011
Oakland Athletics left fielder Josh Willingham is questionable for Tuesday’s game after leaving the series opener with tightness in his left upper back. McCarthy pitched his second career complete game Thursday, giving up one run and four hits over eight innings while striking out six, but his teammates had just five hits in a 1-0 loss at Seattle. Oakland Athletics vs Los Angeles Angels Live. A’s right-hander Brandon McCarthy, a native of Glendale, Calif., will get the ball Tuesday in his first start in Anaheim since Aug. 28, 2008, while with Texas.
Los Angeles Angels broke through and scored all five of their runs in the first four innings. That was more than enough support for ace Jered Weaver, who struck out 10 in a seven-hitter to become the first pitcher since Arizona’s Randy Johnson in 2002 to win six of his team’s first 23 games. Oakland Athletics vs Los Angeles Angels Live Webcast. Los Angeles, which got swept in a four-game home series for the first time since 2005, losing to Boston over the weekend, broke into the win column on its seven-game homestand Monday with a 5-0 victory over the A’s. Los Angeles Angels scored early and often in the opener of their series against Oakland, allowing their starting pitcher to work with a nice cushion.
Oakland Athletics left fielder Josh Willingham is questionable for Tuesday’s game after leaving the series opener with tightness in his left upper back. McCarthy pitched his second career complete game Thursday, giving up one run and four hits over eight innings while striking out six, but his teammates had just five hits in a 1-0 loss at Seattle. Oakland Athletics vs Los Angeles Angels Live. A’s right-hander Brandon McCarthy, a native of Glendale, Calif., will get the ball Tuesday in his first start in Anaheim since Aug. 28, 2008, while with Texas.
Los Angeles Angels broke through and scored all five of their runs in the first four innings. That was more than enough support for ace Jered Weaver, who struck out 10 in a seven-hitter to become the first pitcher since Arizona’s Randy Johnson in 2002 to win six of his team’s first 23 games. Oakland Athletics vs Los Angeles Angels Live Webcast. Los Angeles, which got swept in a four-game home series for the first time since 2005, losing to Boston over the weekend, broke into the win column on its seven-game homestand Monday with a 5-0 victory over the A’s. Los Angeles Angels scored early and often in the opener of their series against Oakland, allowing their starting pitcher to work with a nice cushion.
Atlanta Braves vs San Diego Padres Live Streaming MLB Online
Atlanta Braves vs San Diego Padres Live Streaming MLB Online on 10:05 pm EDT Tue April 26, 2011
Atlanta Braves were looking to win their fourth straight, but relievers Eric O’Flaherty and Scott Linebrink couldn’t hold the lead for Derek Lowe. Atlanta’s bullpen has pitched 10 1-3 innings the last two games, giving up seven runs. Atlanta Braves vs San Diego Padres Live. Atlanta Braves will hand the ball to Jair Jurrjens, who has been sharp in two starts since a stint on the disabled list with a strained oblique. Monday was the third time in five games the team went to extra innings.
San Diego snapped a four-game skid, during which it had scored three runs. The right-hander is 2-1 with a 4.13 ERA in four starts against the Padres. He faced them twice last year, giving up eight runs in 3 1-3 innings in a 17-2 loss at Petco Park on April 12, 2010. Atlanta Braves vs San Diego Padres Live Webcast. Nick Hundley, who tied the game with an RBI double in the seventh, walked with one out in the 13th before Ludwick’s homer. San Diego snapped a four-game skid, during which it had scored three runs. Harang will look to help the Padres record back-to-back wins for the first time since opening the season 2-0. Ryan Ludwick’s second homer of the night gave San Diego a 5-3 win in 13 innings in Monday’s series opener.
Atlanta Braves were looking to win their fourth straight, but relievers Eric O’Flaherty and Scott Linebrink couldn’t hold the lead for Derek Lowe. Atlanta’s bullpen has pitched 10 1-3 innings the last two games, giving up seven runs. Atlanta Braves vs San Diego Padres Live. Atlanta Braves will hand the ball to Jair Jurrjens, who has been sharp in two starts since a stint on the disabled list with a strained oblique. Monday was the third time in five games the team went to extra innings.
San Diego snapped a four-game skid, during which it had scored three runs. The right-hander is 2-1 with a 4.13 ERA in four starts against the Padres. He faced them twice last year, giving up eight runs in 3 1-3 innings in a 17-2 loss at Petco Park on April 12, 2010. Atlanta Braves vs San Diego Padres Live Webcast. Nick Hundley, who tied the game with an RBI double in the seventh, walked with one out in the 13th before Ludwick’s homer. San Diego snapped a four-game skid, during which it had scored three runs. Harang will look to help the Padres record back-to-back wins for the first time since opening the season 2-0. Ryan Ludwick’s second homer of the night gave San Diego a 5-3 win in 13 innings in Monday’s series opener.
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