Braves' homestand ends on sour note

Matt Diaz's inability to get back to second base after possibly botching a sign in the sixth inning resulted in a double play that helped the Nationals avoid a three-game sweep and claim a 6-2 win over the Braves Thursday afternoon at Turner Field.

Flipping out over Guillen's glove work

Carlos Guillen's behind-the-back flip to start a double play Saturday night was still out in front on the list of Major League highlights Sunday morning.

Inning-ending DP preserves Rays' victory

A walk-off win for the home team in the top of the ninth? Believe it. That's what happened Tuesday night at Tropicana Field when the Rays turned a game-ending 5-4-3 double-play with the bases loaded to earn a 3-2 win over the Tigers.

Gonzalez fitting in well with new team

Shortstop Alex Gonzalez, the most recent addition to the Braves' starting lineup, is enjoying one of his most productive seasons at the plate, and he seems to be fitting in nicely with his new double-play partner, second baseman Martin Prado.

Twins' Morneau, Young are day-to-day

The Twins received a scare on Wednesday night when first baseman Justin Morneau was accidentally kneed in the head while trying to break up a double play in the eighth inning of a 6-5 loss to the Blue Jays.

Leyland ejected after disputed call

A day after the hotly debated third strike that cost the Tigers a tie game, manager Jim Leyland was ejected from Sunday's game against the Braves for arguing a different call, this one a double-play call at first base.

Geren ejected after arguing in fourth inning

Manager Bob Geren was ejected in the fourth inning of Wednesday's game against the visiting Reds following a double-play ball that the A's skipper presumably argued should have been avoided with an infield fly rule calling.

'Mental lapse' one of CC's few mistakes

In another era, when George Steinbrenner had full authority over the Yankees, statements would have been released and allegations made. After all, CC Sabathia neglected to cover first base on an apparent double-play grounder during a three-run Phillies fourth inning on Tuesday night at Yankee Stadium.

Uncommon grace: Turning two a fine art

A well-turned double play is perhaps the most elegant of all plays on a baseball diamond. And while it may look effortless to fans, countless hours have gone into perfecting the twin killing.

Castro, Utley turn spectacular double play

The Phillies turned one of the more memorable double plays fans will see this season in the third inning Tuesday at AT&T Park.

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