Albert Pujols hits first homer of season, returns to empty Angels dugout (VIDEO)

May 7, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Angels first baseman Albert Pujols is congratulated by third base coach Dino Ebel after hitting a two-run home run in the fifth inning against the Blue Jays on Sunday afternoon in Anaheim. (Jeff Gross / Getty Images / May 6, 2012) By Kevin Baxter

It only took 29 games and 111 at bats, but Albert Pujols has finally hit his first home run since signing his $240 million contract with the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim near Disneyland. And how did his teammates react to the

He sympathizes with the struggles of former Cardinal Albert Pujols, who entered Sunday's game hitting just .194 in his first season in the American League with the Los Angeles Angels. However, Berkman said he anticipates Pujols to be among the most

Sunday Funnies: Albert Pujols' slump. Sun, 05/06/2012 – 7:14am — CubbyBlue. Sunday Funnies: Albert Pujols' slump. That's it. Just a cartoon. Login or register to post comments; Thumbnail

It was bound to happen and it could not have happened to a better player human being. One day after Mike Scioscia sat the struggling first baseman, Pujols came back and knocked one out of the park-his first of the year. It was just the kind of

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Bryce Harper Helps Nationals Beat Diamondbacks 2-1

May 4, 2012 by Leave a Comment

WASHINGTON — Only five games into his major league career, Bryce Harper is already an essential part of the Washington Nationals' lineup. The 19-year-old phenom moved into the No. 3 spot and responded with a tiebreaking RBI double in the sixth inning,

If you want to see a prospect who's ready, and you get the MLB Network, check out Bryce Harper in Friday's televised game (4 pm) between the Nationals and Phillies. He's as prepared for the big leagues as any player in memory – and he's only 19.

WASHINGTON — Bryce Harper had a hand in everything for the Washington Nationals. Harper made a tumbling barehanded catch in centerfield and then led off the ninth inning with a double to set the stage for Ian

I had no idea if Bryce Harper was as good as advertised before his recent call up to the Washington Nationals last week.

Bryce Harper #34 of the Washington Nationals hits against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Nationals Park on May 3, 2012 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) WASHINGTON — Bryce Harper showed why his manager put him in the No.

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Halladay's reduced velocity causing some concern

May 4, 2012 by Leave a Comment

The Phils jumped out to a 6-0 lead (wait what because that is hilarious because it literally hasn't ever happened since 2008 or something). Roy Halladay finally gets some run support! HLHIII is cruising along and we get to the

Roy Halladay was not with the Phillies Thursday afternoon for their 4-0 win over the Braves.

It's just an early season start for Roy Halladay, but he's there to impress, per the usual Roy Halladay standards. He's been impressing again in 2012, but he's doing it differently. You could say this is not your father's Roy Halladay.

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According to the scriptuals, Roy Halladay has left the team for “personal family reasons.” He apparently informed the team on Tuesday that he would be leavi.

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Harper hits go-ahead double as Nationals edge Diamondbacks

May 4, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Longtime Yankees fan Bryce Harper will soon be the king of Washington, DC, but he's up for a cup of coffee with the Nats while star third baseman Ryan Zimmerman sits on the DL. So, to get acclimated to his eventual home

It also will be Victorino's first opportunity to see Nationals rookie Bryce Harper in a big league uniform. Victorino and Harper both reside in Las Vegas in the offseason, and Victorino has occasionally worked out with the 19-year-old phenom.

It also will be Victorino's first opportunity to see Nationals rookie Bryce Harper in a big league uniform. Victorino and Harper both reside in Las Vegas in the offseason, and Victorino has occasionally worked out with the 19-year-old phenom.

Washington Nationals' Manager Davey Johnson Has Bryce Harper Hitting Third Tonight vs Arizona.

Tuesday night marked the home debut of Washington Nationals' phenom Bryce Harper, one of the most hyped prospects we have seen over the last 50 years. Based on the early returns, Harper is as good as advertised, starting off his big league career 6 for

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Bryce Harper's strong glove, late double help Nats end slide with 9th-inning rally

May 3, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Love him or hate him, Bryce Harper is here and he's not going anywhere. After 18 homers, 61 RBIs and a .290 batting average in 129 minor league games played, Harper made his highly anticipated MLB debut on Saturday

WASHINGTON, DC – MAY 02: Bryce Harper #34 of the Washington Nationals warms up before the game against the S Lombardozzi doubled to deep left, W Ramos scored. R Roberts hit sacrifice fly to left, J Kubel scored. B Harper doubled to deep right center

Bryce Harper has captured everyone's attention as baseball's consensus No. 1 prospect, displaying immense power and potential to go along with a polarizing personality. Harper got his first taste of big league action for the

WASHINGTON — Bryce Harper had a hand in everything for the Washington Nationals. Harper made a tumbling barehanded catch in centerfield and then led off the ninth inning with a double to set the stage for Ian

Say, this Bryce Harper kid might have a tool or two. Why hasn't anyone said something about this???

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Bryce Harper debuts in DC; Cahill steals the show

May 2, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Asked if he thought the other players in the Washington Nationals' clubhouse would embrace 19-year-old phenom Bryce Harper if they thought he could help them win now by ESPN980's Kevin Sheehan and Thom Loverro,

By Bill Ladson / MLB.com | 05/01/12 7:33 PM ET WASHINGTON — On Friday, Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo said there wasn't a guarantee that outfielder Bryce Harper was going to stay in the Major Leagues once Ryan Zimmerman comes off the disabled

By Paul White, USA TODAY WASHINGTON — Bryce Harper spent the day before his home major league debut seeing the Washington sights, even playing some softball with fans near the Lincoln Memorial. But he became the attraction Tuesday at Nationals Park.

The new outfielder for the Nats made some new friends on the Mall last night.

By Bill Ladson / MLB.com | 05/01/12 7:33 PM ET WASHINGTON — On Friday, Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo said there wasn't a guarantee that outfielder Bryce Harper was going to stay in the Major Leagues once Ryan Zimmerman comes off the disabled

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Mike Trout, Bryce Harper have risk/reward potential

May 1, 2012 by Leave a Comment

The new outfielder for the Nats made some new friends on the Mall last night.

Maybe Mike Trout and Bryce Harper haven't lit the world on fire in brief big league exposure in 2012. However, we know there is excitement to come, and we can't help but wonder how they will figure in the rookie of the year voting at the end of the

Maybe Mike Trout and Bryce Harper haven't lit the world on fire in brief big league exposure in 2012. However, we know there is excitement to come, and we can't help but wonder how they will figure in the rookie of the year voting at the end of the

Maybe Mike Trout and Bryce Harper haven't lit the world on fire in brief big league exposure in 2012. However, we know there is excitement to come, and we can't help but wonder how they will figure in the rookie of the year voting at the end of the

By Adam Kilgore It is a Chamber of Commerce day for Bryce Harper's home debut at Nationals Park. Harper arrived with a teammate at about 1:15 pm, greeted at the players' parking lot by about 20 people. He signed autographs for each one of them and

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Bryce Harper plays softball on the Mall

May 1, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Maybe Mike Trout and Bryce Harper haven't lit the world on fire in brief big league exposure in 2012. However, we know there is excitement to come, and we can't help but wonder how they will figure in the rookie of the year voting at the end of the

AP With the arrival of outfielders Bryce Harper and Mike Trout this week, five of Baseball America's six pre-season prospects are in the majors (only Atlanta's Julio Teheran, who debuted last year but is currently pitching at Triple-A, is still in the

Nationals rookie Bryce Harper doubled in his third MLB at-bat, giving him his first hit in the majors. More importantly, though, it happened as some fans behind home plate had their bare asses out and pointing toward the mound. Why? I don't

The Washington Nationals have announced that Bryce Harper will make his Major League debut Saturday in Los Angeles versus the Dodgers. Harper will take the roster spot of third baseman Ryan.

Mike Trout and Bryce Harper came up this weekend. Mike Trout went oh-for-the-weekend. Bryce Harper had two hits, one a double, with an RBI to boot. Trout is on a crowded team at a crowded position. Bryce Harper plays

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Capuano, Loney, lead Dodgers to 2-0 win over Nats

April 30, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez throws to the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning of a baseball game in Los Angeles, Sunday, April 29, 2012. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson). The Associated Press

Before Saturday night's game with the Washington Nationals, here is an update on some ailing Dodgers, plus Bryce Harper's debut.

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Of course, I mean the great Hall of Fame announcer Vin Scully of the Los Angeles Dodgers. For more than 60 years, he has been broadcasting Dodger games — first in Brooklyn and now in Los Angeles. During that time, he has acquired a wealth of

Dodgers 4/28/12 Minor League Report – Gould Shines Bright Despite Quakes' Loss.

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Bryce Harper: MLB's chosen one

April 30, 2012 by Leave a Comment

So today is the big day, BRYCE HARPER MAJOR LEAGUE DEBUT DAY. And, of course, since the universe is disgruntled with me, I am traveling to visit family and will probably miss the whole thing. Use this thread to discuss

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By Jon Gold, Staff Columnist At just 15 years old, Bryce Harper told me he would one day be a Major League baseball player; I smiled. He said his goal was to be the No. 1 pick in the draft; I chuckled. Then he added that he had his eyes set on the Hall

Nats' Bryce Harper Collects First MLB Hit, #Dodgers' Matt Kemp Wins It On Walk-Off HR. 4-3 Final.

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