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Dodgers purchase contract of LHP Milton (AP) (sports.yahoo.com)

Eric Milton is heading back to the big leagues after a nearly two-year absence. The Los Angeles Dodgers purchased the contract of the veteran left-hander from Triple-A Albuquerque after their 5-3, 10-inning win over the Phillies on Thursday. Milton will start Saturday against the Florida Marlins in place of Jeff Weaver.