The Florida Marlins cleared a major hurdle in their bid to get a new stadium Tuesday when a judge ruled the proposed tax-supported facility would serve a public purpose, giving her no right to overturn the decision of the elected officials who approved it 

Two embattled relievers are returning to action for the Marlins, but neither will be used in critical situations. 

--RHP Anibal Sanchez had the shortest outing of his career, allowing five runs on five hits in 1 2/3 innings at Philadelphia. 

MEDICAL WATCH: C Matt Treanor (deep bone bruise on left knee) left the Sept. 

As the Philadelphia Phillies continue to make a push toward the top of the NL East standings, they also are gaining ground in the wild-card race. 

Jayson Werth hit a three-run homer, Jimmy Rollins had three hits and three steals and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Florida Marlins 8-6 on Monday night. 

Jayson Werth hit a three-run homer, Jimmy Rollins had three hits and three steals and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Florida Marlins 8-6 on Monday night. 

Jayson Werth hit a three-run homer, Jimmy Rollins had three hits and three steals and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Florida Marlins 8-6 on Monday night. 

Jayson Werth is nearing the day when he won't have to check if his name is on the lineup card. 

MEDICAL WATCH: C Matt Treanor (deep bone bruise on left knee) left the Sept. 

--1B Mike Jacobs hit his 30th home run in the second inning Sunday, a day after 2B Dan Uggla hit his 30th home run. 

Catcher Matt Treanor isn't ready to give up on his season, but he's definitely disappointed. 

A frustrating road trip ended with the Philadelphia Phillies hoping they had regained some momentum in the NL East race despite finishing it with a disappointing loss. 

Albert Pujols would be happy if every St. 

Albert Pujols hit a two-run home run and Adam Wainwright worked eight stingy innings in the St.