Some news from around MLB.

Carl Pavano defeated the Red Sox by allowing one run over six innings in the Target Field opener.

Minnesota won 5-2. The one run against Pavano came on a David Ortiz double to the wall in left, but that ball should have been caught by Delmon Young. On the other hand, Pavano was fortunate that Mike Cameron’s bid for a homer went just foul down the left-field line. The ump made the right call on the field, then went to replay to confirm it. He also managed to pick off Marco Scutaro in front of a Dustin Pedroia double in the first. Pavano has opened the season 2-0 with a 1.38 ERA. Apr. 12 - 7:15 pm et

Sources tell Jim Salisbury of CSNPhilly.com that Jimmy Rollins has a Grade 2 calf strain.

Such an injury would normally require a stint on the disabled list, but we should have a clearer picture about his timetable after he undergoes an MRI on Tuesday. If Rollins is forced to go on the disabled list, Wilson Valdez would likely draw the majority of starts at shortstop with Shane Victorino leading off. Apr. 12 - 9:38 pm et

Adam Wainwright went eight innings and combined with Jason Motte on a shutout of the Astros on Monday.

If the first eight days have been any indication, Wainwright and Tim Lincecum might duel for a Cy Young Award again this year. Wainwright has started 2-0 with a 1.20 ERA. He allowed six hits, walked one and struck out seven today. Apr. 12 - 7:00 pm et

Jayson Werth said he left Monday's game against the Nationals for precautionary reasons.

"I'll be fine," said Werth, who exited Monday's game due to a sore left hip flexor. He can safely be considered day-to-day. Apr. 12 - 8:00 pm et

A source familiar with the talks tells Jon Heyman of SI.com that the $180 million contracts handed out to Mark Teixeira and Joe Mauer are considered "mere starting points" for a contract extension with Prince Fielder.

If that's the case, they might as well kiss him goodbye, especially with Scott Boras as his representative. That's saying nothing of another source, who told Heyman that Fielder is looking for about $200 million over eight years. In other words, the biggest contract ever aside from Alex Rodriguez. Fielder, who turns 26 in May, will be a free agent after the 2011 season. Apr. 12 - 5:11 pm et

 

Hey yzracer931, how was opening day today in STL. Looks like you got to enjoy a great game for the Cards.

 

Yeah!

Houston Astros vs. St. Louis Cardinals - Recap - April 12, 2010 - ESPN

How was it? Big Albert had 4 RBIs in the effort! He already has 5 HRs!!

How is it to have the best player in baseball?



Once upon a time, I knew that feeling.

 

I thought this was interesting.

St. Louis Cardinals fans laud hitting coach Mark McGwire with ovation at home opener - ESPN

What are your thoughts yzracer931? What was it like live??

 

The Mariners are looking like crap right now. Lets hope they get it turned around for the Home opener


Randy Johnson will be throwing the first pitch

 

Don't the Mariners know better than to sign Milton Bradley??

They get what they deserve with that nut job.

Seattle Mariners tell Milton Bradley to 'rely on them' after incident vs. Texas Rangers - ESPN

 

It was just as special as any other opening day. One heck of a game played. The sea of red never ceases to amaze. Pujols and the Cards are looking great, Carpenter got roughed up the night before but they rebounded very nicely. Mcgwire got a standing ovation as was expected from the STL fans. It is a great baseball town, I highly recommend attending a game if you are ever traveling through.

 

 

↑ Great stuff brother!! I bet it was an awesome day.

I love day baseball. But boy can it get hot.

 

Quick Hits From Around MLB:

AL Quick Hits: David Ortiz denied a report that he's playing through an injured wrist, saying: "Don't pay attention to that crap" ... Rich Harden was slightly improved Monday, but still far from his usual dominant (when healthy) self ... Fausto Carmona tossed eight innings of two-run ball Monday, but his control has been very shaky ... Jake Peavy coughed up seven runs and managed just two strikeouts in 5.2 innings Monday ... Vernon Wells hit his MLB-leading fifth homer Monday after totaling just 15 homers in 158 games last season ... Scott Podsednik went 4-for-5 and swiped his fifth base Monday ... Kerry Wood (back) threw a 20-pitch bullpen session Monday and is slated to throw again Thursday ... Matt Garza is 2-0 with a 1.12 ERA against the Orioles this season after eight innings of one-run ball Monday ... Andruw Jones went 3-for-4 with two homers and four RBIs Monday ... Jason Kubel hit the first Target Field homer Monday, but the jury is still out on whether the Twins' new ballpark will favor hitters or pitchers.

NL Quick Hits: Miguel Montero is seeking a second opinion on his knee injury, but likely remains headed for surgery and at least six weeks on the sidelines ... Adam Wainwright and Jason Motte combined to shut out the Astros on Monday ... Jayson Werth (hip) said he left Monday's game for precautionary reasons, adding "I'll be fine" ... Jair Jurrjens allowed eight runs in 3.1 innings Monday as the Padres set a Petco Park record with 17 runs ... Jim Edmonds started over Carlos Gomez in center field Monday for the second straight game ... Scott Rolen homered twice Monday for the first time since 2006 ... Jesus Flores (shoulder) has been cleared to begin a throwing program, but remains at least a month from returning ... After tossing six innings of one-run ball in his season debut, Chris Young has been placed on the disabled list with shoulder soreness ... Chipper Jones (oblique) returned to the lineup Monday by going 0-for-3 ... Gregg Zaun went hitless Monday, making him 0-for-18 to begin the season.