THE QUICKIE: Rockies Score 9 in 9th, Strasburg Not An All-Star, Dix Beats Gay

The Rockies scored an amazing 9 runs in the 9th inning against the Cardinals to win, 12-9.  Reds fans rejoice. [Fox Sports]

Steven Strasburg keeps the hype machine in perspective.  He reminds us that he didn’t deserve an all-star nod and that’s not what he’s after. [Washington Examiner]

Looks like rape allegations becoming public remind Johan Santana of his ability dominate.  He just pitched a 3-hit shutout and hit a home run against the first-place Reds last night. [NY Daily]

This is the best headline of all-time. [Reuters]

Seantrel Henderson, one of the best HS tackles in the country, has cancelled his commitment USC. Could this could be the beginning of a huge fallout?  [ESPN]