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Hanley Ramirez injured his shoulder Wednesday night diving for a grounder. He doesn’t think he’ll miss a game, but because this was the shoulder that underwent surgery in the past, the Marlins will be careful.
Phillies Nation speculates on what the Philadelphia rotation will look like in 2009 and notes the team sports plenty of starter-ready talent. While his walks are on the high side, Happ allows few hits and few extra-base hits.
The Braves hold a 2-12 record against the Phillies. They’ve been outscored 89-62, nearly two runs a game. Atlanta has yet to defeat Philadelphia at home.
The Nationals shut down four players for the rest of the season. They feel there’s no reason to try to rush them back for the remainder of the season and risk from injury.
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