Josh Beckett, RHP, Red Sox: Another reason for more day games: Beckett is third among active pitchers in daytime wins since 2007. Ted Lilly of the Cubs is 17-8, Jason Marquis of the Rockies 16-5, and Beckett 15-6.
Chris Carpenter, RHP, Cardinals: Another tough break for him. Having pitched so well early this season as he returned from shoulder and elbow issues the past two years, Carpenter has a tear in his oblique and will likely miss two months. In spring training, manager Tony La Russa said, "It's no secret why we haven't made the playoffs the last two years. It's coincided with Chris not being with us." The Cards had five decent starters, more than most, but with the ace missing again, it's going to be a tough task. They may have to explore a deal.
Mark Mulder, free agent LHP: The Nationals, A's, and Dodgers are extremely interested in the comebacking Mulder, and other teams (e.g. the Brewers) may get involved as pitchers begin to drop like flies. Mulder believes he could be ready two weeks after signing.
Boston Globe
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