Howard ties Phillies mark with 48th homer in win over Nationals
Ryan Howard slugged his 48th homer to match the Phillies single season record, driving Philadelphia to a 10 6 win over Washington. He added a three run shot in the sixth off Kevin Gryboski as Brett Myers earned the win. Lieberthal and Rollins contributed multi hit nights, while Soriano belted his 42nd for Washington in a loss extending its skid.
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Leiva powers Buffaloes to victory in season opener
Garden City defeats Wichita Southeast 3 1 to start the season in a game highlighting improved offense and defensive balance. Hector Leiva scored twice, including a first half unassisted strike, while Dino Islas and Cesar Flores split goalkeeping duties with four saves each.
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Sabathia goes distance as Indians top Blue Jays 5 2
C C Sabathia pitched his fifth complete game, allowing two runs on four hits over seven plus innings to earn the win. Travis Hafner hit his 40th homer as Cleveland built a 4 2 lead after seven, part of a 15 5 stretch since Aug 9.
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Ortiz to undergo tests for irregular heartbeat
Boston Red Sox slugger David Ortiz will have additional heart tests after experiencing palpitations about 10 days ago and again before a Oakland game. Medical director Thomas Gill said the tests will take a few days and Ortiz will not return until he receives a clean bill of health from a full examination.
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Buffaloes aim to avenge losses to Maize and Heights
Leiva notes 4-1 defeat to Maize and Wichita Heights last season and hopes for a win this year. Padilla praises improving underclassmen while sophomore Cesar Flores takes goalkeeping duties and anchors a more confident, unified squad after Tuesday's shutout of Southeast.
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