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Rangers add IF Forsythe on minor league deal
The Texas Rangers have signed infielder Logan Forsythe to a minor league deal.
Sources: Arenado, Rockies finalizing $260M deal
Nolan Arenado and the Colorado Rockies are finalizing an eight-year contract extension worth $260 million, locking up the star third baseman with a deal that could last through the 2026 season, league sources told ESPN.
Mets 3B Frazier sidelined with oblique injury
New York Mets third baseman Todd Frazier injured his left oblique muscle and will return to New York for a cortisone injection.
Buster's Buzz: It's time for pitch clocks -- just not for everyone
If MLB wants to speed up pace of play, it should. But as an olive branch, grandfather in veterans like Max Scherzer.
Keith Law's top 30 2019 MLB draft prospects
A pair of college bats highlight our first listing of players you'll want to know heading into June's MLB draft.
Would you rather have a team of 25-homer hitters or all Gold Glovers?
It's power at the plate against flash in the field. We dive deep into the debate.
Why doing interviews in English is part of Yu Darvish's comeback plan
As Darvish aims to hit the reset button on a rough first year in Chicago, how he communicates before and after his starts says a lot about what he's trying to do on the mound.
Long Beach explores building stadium for Angels
With the Los Angeles Angels interested in a new, or renovated stadium, Long Beach has reached out to the team to discuss the possibility of building a stadium for its along its waterfront, Mayor Robert Garcial told the Long Beach Post.
MLB's request to ban spring training bets declined
The Nevada Gaming Control Board has declined Major League Baseball's recent request to prohibit betting on spring training games.
Sources: MLB asks for ban on spring training bets
Major League Baseball recently submitted a written request to the Nevada Gaming Control Board for spring training games be taken off the board at the state's regulated sportsbooks, sources told ESPN.
Roberts: Kershaw not 'great' after playing catch
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Monday that Clayton Kershaw "didn't feel great" after playing catch. On Friday, Kershaw said he was taking a step back from throwing, and on Sunday Roberts said it was due to inflammation in Kershaw's left shoulder.
Nervous Kikuchi solid in debut with Mariners
While admittedly nervous in his first appearance with the Seattle Mariners, Yusei Kikuchi felt good after throwing two innings against the Cincinnati Reds on Monday. He yielded two unearned runs, striking out one with one walk.
Lester on pitch clock: You can't change baseball
Count Cubs starter Jon Lester among those unimpressed by the use of a pitch clock, or openers, or bringing the DH to the National League.
Tulo 'pumped up' to start spring with HR vs. Jays
Yankees shortstop Troy Tulowitzki, who was cut by the Blue Jays in December after two injury plagued seasons, "got a little pumped up" after homering against his former team.
Dodgers re-enter Harper chase after meeting
The Dodgers have re-entered the Bryce Harper sweepstakes after meeting with the free-agent slugger Sunday in his hometown of Las Vegas.
Black agrees to 3-year extension with Rockies
The Colorado Rockies and manager Bud Black have agreed to a three-year contract extension. Black is 178-147 in his two seasons with the Rockies.
Yankees name Pettitte special adviser to GM
The New York Yankees have named former star pitcher Andy Pettitte as a special adviser to the general manager.
Yanks ink Hicks to 7-year extension through '25
The Yankees have signed Aaron Hicks to a seven-year extension that will keep the outfielder under contract through the 2025 season.
Buster's Buzz: Phillies should set hard deadline on Bryce Harper
The Phillies absolutely want Harper. But does he want them? It's time for a final answer.
Unexpected breakthroughs that could impact October
Every year, surprising performances push a handful of teams into playoff contention. Here are some to watch for in 2019.