Kyle Blanks hit a two-out, three-run homer to highlight a four-run ninth inning Monday and the San Diego Padres beat the Chicago Cubs 4-1. Cubs' starter Ted Lilly and relievers John Grabow and Carlos Marmol had shut out the Padres on four hits through eight innings but closer Kevin Gregg (4-5) was unable to protect a 1-0 lead in the ninth.

Former major league umpire Eric Gregg, known for his big personality, extra-wide strike zone and oversized frame, died Monday night, a day after a massive stroke. He was 55.

ANAHEIM, Calif. - Julio Lugo had a pair of RBI singles among his three hits and the Tampa Bay Devil Rays beat the Los Angeles Angels 6-4 Saturday night. Mark Hendrickson (6-7) allowed four runs and nine hits in five-plus innings after being staked to a 6-1 lead.