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Shin-Soo Choo willing to play in New York?
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by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com
"He would be a good fit for anybody," an American League scout said. "He brings a little bit of everything: power, speed, hitting for average, and getting on base. He can play all three outfield positions. He’s disciplined and can serve as a good influence for younger outfielders. He can also take pressure off other players."
Choo played his first game at Citi Field against the Mets Monday. He said he hasn't given much thought about where he will be playing next season, but he didn't rule out signing with the Mets if the opportunity arises.
"With New York, you never know. If I have a good opportunity, I’ll take it," he said.
Reds 'welcome' Jay Bruce's surge
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by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com
After homering once in April, Bruce has five home runs in 16 May games. He's batting .338 (23 for 68) with one triple, nine doubles, 10 runs and 19 RBI this month.
"He's swinging that bat well," manager Dusty Baker said, per MLB.com. "We welcome it big time. We've been sort of waiting on it, and I just hope this stays and sustains itself."
Rubby De La Rosa scratched with tweaked muscle
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by Chris Cwik | CBSSports.com
The move is being called precautionary, so it doesn't appear to be too serious. De La Rosa has a 3.65 ERA in 24 2/3 innings in Triple-A this season. Chris Hernandez will start in his place.
Nationals recall pitcher Yunesky Maya
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by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com
Nationals call for relief, add Fernando Abad to 'pen
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by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com
Eury Perez sent packing to Triple-A
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by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com
Manager hopes break will revitalize Danny Espinosa
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by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com
"I think he's a little beat up right now," Johnson said, per MLB.com. "I hate to just sit him out, but he's certainly not doing things he knows he's capable of doing. So it's frustrating for him and he feels like he's letting everybody down. But he's trying to do his best. Sometimes just getting away from it a little bit helps."
Johnson said he's "surprised" Espinosa hasn't taken a step forward this season, but he's confident the 26-year-old infielder will turn it around.
"How you handle adversity is a large part of your success," Johnson said. "We'll get through this. Coming in this year I felt like Danny was a key guy, and if he started doing the things that he's capable of doing, it could make the year a whole lot of fun. I still feel that way."
Dayan Viciedo keeps hitting
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by Chris Cwik | CBSSports.com
Over the last six games, Viciedo has had four multi-hit efforts. He's also showing a slightly elevated walk rate, which has been an area of weakness in the past. On the season, Viciedo is hitting .301/.362/.494 in 83 at-bats.
Ryan Mattheus to miss several weeks after breaking hand
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by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com
Manager trying to find Jordan Pacheco playing time
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by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com
"It's a challenge for me with everybody on our roster," Weiss said, per The Denver Post. "Jordan is a really good player. He's very versatile, gives you good at-bats. He's going to be involved quite a bit."
