Baseball Shots Of The Week – September 9, 2014
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1. Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim (87-55)Who had the Angels coasting to a division crown? (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
Josh Hamilton missed his third straight game from the starting lineup on Sunday.
Josh Hamilton missed his third straight game from the starting lineup on Sunday.

2. Baltimore Orioles (83-59)For that matter, who had the O's running away with the East? (Photo by Jared Wickerham/Getty Images)
J.J. Hardy will be examined by team orthopedist Michael Jacobs in hopes to figure out his back problems.
J.J. Hardy will be examined by team orthopedist Michael Jacobs in hopes to figure out his back problems.

3. Los Angeles Dodgers (81-62)Because the Dodgers didn't have enough exciting outfielders without Joc Pederson around. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
Clayton Kershaw became the Major Leagues' first 18-game winner this season by beating the Padres, 9-4.
Clayton Kershaw became the Major Leagues' first 18-game winner this season by beating the Padres, 9-4.

4. Washington Nationals (80-61)Asdrubal Cabrera has been a solid deadline pickup for the Nats. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)
Nationals first baseman Adam LaRoche was named the National League co-Player of the Week.
Nationals first baseman Adam LaRoche was named the National League co-Player of the Week.

5. Seattle Mariners (78-64)Somehow first base looks like a position that'll need addressing thsi winter. (Photo by Rich Lam/Getty Images)
Outfielder Michael Saunders was activated from the 15-day disabled list.
Outfielder Michael Saunders was activated from the 15-day disabled list.

6. San Francisco Giants (78-65)Joe Panik has been just what the Giants needed at second base. (Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images)
Giants catcher Buster Posey was named National League co-Player of the Week.
Giants catcher Buster Posey was named National League co-Player of the Week.

7. St. Louis Cardinals (79-64)Pat Neshek has been fantastic for the Cards. (Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images)
The Cardinals will open the 2015 against the Cubs in Chicago.
The Cardinals will open the 2015 against the Cubs in Chicago.

8. Oakland Athletics (80-62)The A's continue to scuffle at the worst time. (Photo by Brian Kersey/Getty Images)
John Jaso is expected to be activated from the disabled list at some point during the A's seven-game road trip this week.
John Jaso is expected to be activated from the disabled list at some point during the A's seven-game road trip this week.

9. Kansas City Royals (79-62)Terrance Gore's only job is to run fast. (Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images)
Royals teammates nominated Billy Butler for the 2014 Marvin Miller Man of the Year Award.
Royals teammates nominated Billy Butler for the 2014 Marvin Miller Man of the Year Award.

10. Detroit Tigers (78-65)Kyle Lobstein with an impressive start. (Photo by Duane Burleson/Getty Images)
Miguel Cabrera was named the American League co-Players of the Week.
Miguel Cabrera was named the American League co-Players of the Week.

11. Cleveland Indians (74-67)If nothing else, the Indians have to be encouraged with Carlos Carrasco's recent stretch. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
Corey Kluber fanned eight in a complete-game performance to pick up his 14th win as the Indians won 3-1 over the White Sox.
Corey Kluber fanned eight in a complete-game performance to pick up his 14th win as the Indians won 3-1 over the White Sox.

12. New York Yankees (73-68)Stephen Drew is going to be a curious free-agent case. Will he take another one-year deal? (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)
Brett Gardner was out of the starting lineup for the second consecutive game Sunday with pain in his lower abdominal area.
Brett Gardner was out of the starting lineup for the second consecutive game Sunday with pain in his lower abdominal area.

13. Pittsburgh Pirates (74-68)Josh Harrison continues to author one of the most surprising seasons in the league. (Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images)
Charlie Morton will throw a simulated game on Tuesday to better determine if he'll return this season.
Charlie Morton will throw a simulated game on Tuesday to better determine if he'll return this season.

14. Milwaukee Brewers (74-69)Rickie Weeks has played well enough in a part-time role that you wonder if someone will sign him to start this winter. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
Yovani Gallardo notched No. 1,207 K of his career, surpassing Ben Sheets for the franchise record.
Yovani Gallardo notched No. 1,207 K of his career, surpassing Ben Sheets for the franchise record.

15. Atlanta Braves (74-68)B.J. Upton with another mechanical change. Perhaps this one will work. (Photo by Mike Zarrilli/Getty Images)
Shae Simmons has been sidelined since late July with a strained right shoulder and will miss the rest of the season.
Shae Simmons has been sidelined since late July with a strained right shoulder and will miss the rest of the season.

16. Toronto Blue Jays (73-69)John Mayberry gives the Blue Jays another right-handed outfielder. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)
Jose Bautista hit home run No. 200 in a Blue Jays uniform.
Jose Bautista hit home run No. 200 in a Blue Jays uniform.

17. Tampa Bay Rays (69-75)Jake Odorizzi continues to impress. (Photo by Brian Blanco/Getty Images)
David DeJesus hit the fourth inside-the-park home run of his career.
David DeJesus hit the fourth inside-the-park home run of his career.

18. Philadelphia Phillies (66-76)Marlon Byrd should be an interesting trade candidate this winter. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
Four Phillies pitchers joined forces to accomplish a no-hitter.
Four Phillies pitchers joined forces to accomplish a no-hitter.

19. Cincinnati Reds (67-76)Here's hoping Homer Bailey comes back strong. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)
Billy Hamilton broke the Reds' club record for steals by a rookie with 55.
Billy Hamilton broke the Reds' club record for steals by a rookie with 55.

20. Miami Marlins (69-72)A.J. Ramos is highly effective, albeit wild. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)
Giancarlo Stanton hit his 154th career home run, tying him with Dan Uggla for the most in franchise history.
Giancarlo Stanton hit his 154th career home run, tying him with Dan Uggla for the most in franchise history.

21. New York Mets (68-75)Dilson Herrera looks like a 20-year-old playing in the majors. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Mets activated right-hander Vic Black from the disabled list.
Mets activated right-hander Vic Black from the disabled list.

22. San Diego Padres (66-76)Jedd Gyorko has played much better since returning from the DL. (Photo by Denis Poroy/Getty Images)
Everth Cabrera was arrested for driving under the influence of marijuana.
Everth Cabrera was arrested for driving under the influence of marijuana.

23. Chicago Cubs (64-79)Looks like Cubs fans will have to wait until next year for Kris Bryant. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Jeff Samardzija will enter free agency at the end of the 2015 season, and didn't rule out a return to Chicago.
Jeff Samardzija will enter free agency at the end of the 2015 season, and didn't rule out a return to Chicago.

24. Boston Red Sox (63-80)You wonder if Rubby De La Rosa and Allen Webster wind up in the bullpen long-term. (Photo by Jim Rogash/Getty Images)
Red Sox have temporarily lifted Koji Uehara from the closer role and will use Edward Mujica in his place.
Red Sox have temporarily lifted Koji Uehara from the closer role and will use Edward Mujica in his place.

25. Chicago White Sox (63-79)Paul Konerko has no reason to hang his head, even if his farewell season didn't go well. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)
Even with a broken hand, Konerko said he will finish the season and his career on the field.
Even with a broken hand, Konerko said he will finish the season and his career on the field.

26. Houston Astros (63-80)Needless to say, Bo Porter wasn't the only problem in Houston. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)
Astros lost to the A's 4-3 over the weekend to end their winning streak at five games.
Astros lost to the A's 4-3 over the weekend to end their winning streak at five games.

27. Minnesota Twins (61-82)The Twins aren't going to finish strong at this rate. (Photo by Andy Clayton-King/Getty Images)
Brian Dozier was honored with the Heart and Hustle Award.
Brian Dozier was honored with the Heart and Hustle Award.

28. Colorado Rockies (59-84)If another team is going to fire its GM, you'd figure it'll be Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)
Rockies shut out the Padres 6-0 to sweep the series over the weekend.
Rockies shut out the Padres 6-0 to sweep the series over the weekend.

29. Arizona Diamondbacks (59-84)So ends the Kevin Towers era. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Kevin Towers will remain in the D-backs' baseball operations department while the club searches for his replacement as GM.
Kevin Towers will remain in the D-backs' baseball operations department while the club searches for his replacement as GM.

30. Texas Rangers (54-89)Best of luck to Ron Washington, who resigned to deal with personal matters. (Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images)
Rangers will open against the Astros on Friday, April 10, next season.
Rangers will open against the Astros on Friday, April 10, next season.

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