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When the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim drafted Sean O’Sullivan in the third round of the 2005 draft, they envisioned him developing into a good major-league starting pitcher. They will get a close look at his progress on Monday night. The difference is that the Angels will be facing O’Sullivan, who was recently traded to the Kansas City Royals. The 22-year-old right-hander draws the start in the opening game of a three-game series in Anaheim. O’Sullivan reached the majors last season and made 10 starts for the Angels. He spent most of this season in the minors before being shipped to the Royals as part of the packag... more

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The long road to redemption begins on Monday for Carlos Zambrano. The Chicago Cubs will send their former ace to the mound for his first start since June when they open a four-game series against the San Francisco Giants. The Cubs’ Opening Day starter and one of the highest-paid pitchers in the game at $17.75 million this season, Zambrano went 1-2 in his first four starts with a 7.45 ERA before being banished to the bullpen by manager Lou Piniella. After 13 relief appearances with mixed success, the right-hander was slotted back into the rotation. Zambrano turned in his best start on June 20, allowing one run in seven inn... more

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