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Fantasy baseball: Preseason buzz about Ohtani, De La Cruz and more
Tristan H. Cockcroft checks in from Arizona, reporting on the players that a majority of fantasy baseball experts are talking about this offseason.
Ex-Giants slugger Williams joins Melvin's staff
Matt Williams, who spent the first 10 of his 17 major league seasons as an infielder with San Francisco, is returning to the Giants as the third-base coach on new manager Bob Melvin's staff.
Vogt hails 'dream' job, 'can't fill' Francona's shoes
A journeyman catcher who experienced every high and low imaginable as a player, Stephen Vogt was introduced Friday as the new manager of the Cleveland Guardians.
Ex-Nat Parra hired as team's new first-base coach
Gerardo Parra, who played on the Nats' World Series team, now joins manager Dave Martinez's staff as the new first-base coach.
Seager, Semien haul in Silver Slugger Awards
Corey Seager and Marcus Semien of the World Series champion Texas Rangers won Silver Slugger Awards on Thursday night, while the team received the first American League Offensive Team of the Year honor.
Tigers hire Jason Benetti to do TV play-by-play
Longtime Chicago White Sox announcer Jason Benetti is moving to Detroit where he will become the TV play-by-play voice of the Tigers.
Oakland mayor asks owners to reject A's move
Ahead of an expected vote next week on the Athletics' proposed relocation to Las Vegas, Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao sent a letter to 15 MLB owners asking them to deny the move.
Ohtani donating 60K gloves to schools in Japan
Two-way star and coveted free agent Shohei Ohtani is donating about 60,000 baseball gloves to Japanese elementary schools.
Shohei Ohtani tracker: Where will MLB's No. 1 free agent land?
Will Ohtani return to the Angels? Will he choose the Cubs, Rangers, Dodgers, Mets or Yankees? Here's the latest on a once-in-a-generation talent.
Harper to be Phils' full-time 1B: 'Makes us better'
Phillies GM Dave Dombrowski said the team has decided Bryce Harper is the best option at first base, meaning the franchise also is moving on from slugger Rhys Hoskins.
Arnold lauds pal Counsell, but 'excited' for future
Brewers president Matt Arnold praised Craig Counsell and said he hopes their friendship lasts a lifetime while discussing how the organization will move forward without its longtime manager.
Stearns: Mets don't anticipate trading Alonso
Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns said Wednesday that he expects Pete Alonso will be the team's Opening Day first baseman next year.
Angels turn to veteran Washington to lead club
The Angels hired Ron Washington as their new manager Wednesday, opting for an experienced and respected coach as the team prepares for the possibility of a significant overhaul if star Shohei Ohtani leaves in free agency.
Mattingly's son promoted in Phillies' front office
Preston Mattingly has been promoted to assistant general manager for player development by the Phillies.
Mets' Peterson out 6-7 months after hip surgery
Mets pitcher David Peterson, who was 3-8 with a 5.03 ERA last season, will miss six to seven months following surgery to repair the labrum in his left hip.
'Proud' Cashman pushes back at Yanks' critics
Yankees general manager Brian Cashman frequently defended the team's decision-making process and the various people involved with it after receiving criticism in the wake of an 82-win season.
Jays name Febles 3B coach, boost Mattingly role
Carlos Febles was hired as third-base coach of the Toronto Blue Jays, who expanded the duties of bench coach Don Mattingly to include the title of offensive coordinator.
Hoyer: Hiring Counsell was right move for Cubs
Jed Hoyer said firing David Ross was a "very hard decision" but brining Craig Counsell on board was "the best thing for the fan base."
Counsell wanted 'new challenge' in joining Cubs
New Cubs manager Craig Counsell cited wanting "a new professional challenge" and the ability to still stay close to home when asked why he chose to leave the Brewers for a division rival.
Move to put A's stadium funding to vote is denied
A Nevada judge threw out a proposed ballot referendum backed by a statewide teachers union that would give voters the final say on whether to give $380 million in public funding for a proposed $1.5 billion Oakland A's stadium on the Las Vegas Strip.