No disrespect to the Marlins, but the NL East is again shaping up as a Mets-Phillies duel. Dayn Perry examines MLB's tightest race.
The Braves aren't out of the playoff race. Still, they'd be wise to look out for their future and trade Mark Teixeira, says Ken Rosenthal.
Is Milwaukee playoff bound?  Rob Dibble and Kevin Kennedy say savvy trades for CC Sabathia and Ray Durham are a big upgrade.
Do the Tigers have enough pitching to make a run in the AL Central? Rob Dibble and Kevin Kennedy say Detroit has a lot to overcome.

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 LIVE: Mets host Phils with NL East lead on line
 Soriano returns to Cubs  | Outslug D-backs
 Posada delays surgery  | Yanks finish Twins
 Braves beat Marlins but lose Jones and Hudson
 Rays hold off A's, maintain slim lead in AL East
 Lowell, BoSox win in 12 vs. M's  | Manny sits
 Pitching optional: Mathis, Angels outslug Tribe
 Fogg will miss start after being hit in face in BP
 Padres ship Wolf to Astros  | MLB trade buzz
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