Penalties and awards handed down

Seattle first baseman Richie Sexson has been suspended for six games for charging the mound Thursday night. Texas pitcher Kason Gabbard was not fined or suspended. Seattle pitcher Felix Hernandez was also fined as were Rangers catcher Gerald Laird and pitcher Sidney Ponson.

Texas outfielder David Murphy was also honored Friday as he was named the American League rookie of the month for April. In  27 April games, Murphy hit .277 with two homers and 14 RBI along with 11 doubles.

- Anthony Andro