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Iran test fires missiles amid global flap over its nuclear ambitions

Joe Torre picked by Phillies manager Charlie Manuel to be a coach in All-Star game

PHILADELPHIA — Joe Torre is going back to the All-Star game.

Phillies 5, Dodgers 3

E_Blake (3). DP_Los Angeles 2. LOB_Los Angeles 7, Philadelphia 9. 2B_Pierre (5), Ethier (8), Ibanez (9). SB_Werth 4 (7), Howard (1), Rollins (2). S_Ruiz, Park.

Mets 7, Phillies 5

E_Jos.Reyes (3). DP_New York 2. LOB_Philadelphia 5, New York 7. 2B_Howard (6), Werth (8), Delgado (5), R.Castro (3). HR_Howard (6), Werth (5), Jos.Reyes (2), Beltran (5), D.Wright (3). SB_Werth (3), Castillo (1).

Mets hit 3 homers, Mike Pelfrey beats Phillies 7-5 for 2-game sweep

NEW YORK — Carlos Beltran and David Wright each hit a two-run homer in the first inning, and the New York Mets beat the Philadelphia Phillies 7-5 on Thursday night for their fourth consecutive victory.

Wellemeyer’s strong stint helps Cardinals to 2-game sweep of Pirates

ST. LOUIS — Todd Wellemeyer threw seven innings of four-hit ball, Jason LaRue hit a go-ahead homer in the fifth and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-2 on Thursday.

Cardinals outfielder Rick Ankiel released from hospital after slamming headfirst into wall

ST. LOUIS — Just before Rick Ankiel barreled headfirst into the wall, the thought flashed through his mind: My career is finished.

Gordon on DL after injuring left hamstring, Diamondbacks recall Rosales from Triple-A

LOS ANGELES — The Arizona Diamondbacks have placed reliever Tom Gordon on the 15-day disabled list because of a left hamstring strain and recalled right-hander Leo Rosales from Triple-A Reno.

Philadelphia Phillies activate C Carlos Ruiz from disabled list

PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia Phillies activated catcher Carlos Ruiz from the disabled list before Saturday’s game against the New York Mets.

Reds’ combined 1-hitter ends Astros’ run of 11 straight wins at Great American Ball Park

CINCINNATI — Edinson Volquez ended the Astros’ domination at Great American Ball Park with a little of his own.

Chase Utley’s 2 homers help Phillies beat Nationals 7-1 for 5th straight win

PHILADELPHIA — Chase Utley homered twice and drove in three runs, Pedro Feliz added a three-run shot and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Washington Nationals 7-1 Tuesday night for their fifth straight victory.

Cole Hamels leaves Phillies game with sprained left ankle

PHILADELPHIA — Phillies ace Cole Hamels left Tuesday night’s start against Washington in the fifth inning after spraining his left ankle while trying to field John Lannan’s bunt.

Philadelphia Phillies closer Brad Lidge sidelined with inflammation in right knee

PHILADELPHIA — Brad Lidge has inflammation in his surgically repaired right knee that could keep the Philadelphia Phillies’ star closer off the mound for the next few days.

Marlins set to promote Taylor to start Sunday against Phils, designate Kensing for assignment

MIAMI — The Florida Marlins said right-hander Logan Kensing has been designated for assignment Saturday night, shortly after the reliever suffered the loss in a 6-4 defeat against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Chase Utley, Ryan Howard help Philadelphia Phillies rally for 6-4 victory over Florida Marlins

MIAMI — Chase Utley hit a go-ahead RBI single in the 10th inning and the Philadelphia Phillies beat Florida 6-4 on Saturday night, handing the Marlins their fifth straight loss.

Brewers 3, Phillies 1

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Texas Rangers put oft-injured RHP Kris Benson on 15-day DL with elbow tendinitis

TORONTO — Texas pitcher Kris Benson found himself in a familiar place Wednesday when the Rangers put him on the 15-day disabled list because of tendinitis in his right elbow.

Carlos Lee hits 2-run homer to help Astros end Dodgers’ 8-game win streak with 8-5 victory

HOUSTON — The Los Angeles Dodgers looked like they were on their way to another easy victory in the first inning in Houston. Then the pitching crumbled, the bats went silent and the Dodgers’ eight-game winning streak was over.

Phillies 11, Brewers 4

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Jamie Moyer earns 248th career win in Phillies’ 11-4 win over Brewers

PHILADELPHIA — In a lineup filled with big hitters, Pedro Feliz is giving the Philadelphia Phillies a strong presence at the bottom of the order.

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