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Rays plan for '18: 4-man rotation, 'bullpen day'

March 7, 2018 - 7:44am
Rays manager Kevin Cash said he's going to try to use just four starting pitchers on normal rest, with a "bullpen day" slotted for every fifth day.

Finding later-round versions of early-round stars by taking risks

March 7, 2018 - 6:20am
Looking for a cheaper version of Aaron Judge? Don't want to spend big on George Springer? We've identified the players you can get later on in the draft who can match their numbers ... as long as you're OK with a bit of risk.

DH Brandon Moss released by Oakland A's

March 6, 2018 - 3:24pm
Oakland Athletics DH Brandon Moss, who had been designed for assignment since joining the team from the Royals, has been released.

Darvish shows range in Cubs debut vs. Dodgers

March 6, 2018 - 3:17pm
A leaner Yu Darvish took the mound for the Cubs against the Dodgers on Tuesday and showed his range in two innings against his former team. Asked why he lost weight, Darvish said it was because of his struggles in the World Series.

Who will be baseball's best player for the next five years?

March 6, 2018 - 2:49pm
Mike Trout has been the single most valuable player through 2017, but looking ahead all the way to 2022, there's a crowded field of rivals to claim his crown.

Liriano tosses 2 scoreless innings for Tigers

March 6, 2018 - 2:31pm
Left-hander Francisco Liriano, making his first start for the Tigers, threw two scoreless innings against the Yankees, striking out Giancarlo Stanton and Gary Sanchez. "His changeup is phenomenal," Tigers manager Ron Gardenhire said.

What goes into a big league position switch? Four All-Stars are finding out this spring

March 6, 2018 - 1:46pm
For major league veterans, spring training is as easygoing as baseball gets -- unless you are moving to a new spot on the diamond. This March, some players are learning the transition process is hard work.

Lincecum undergoes physical at Rangers camp

March 6, 2018 - 1:42pm
Tim Lincecum is set to finalize a contract and return to the major leagues for the first time in two years.

Royals sign free-agent OF Jay to 1-year deal

March 6, 2018 - 12:49pm
Free-agent outfielder Jon Jay, who hit .296 for the Cubs in 2017 while becoming the team's leadoff hitter, has joined the Royals on a one-year deal.

Piazza rants about his soccer team's rent

March 6, 2018 - 11:14am
Baseball Hall of Famer Mike Piazza is frustrated about the rent for the Italian soccer team that he owns.

Recapping Eric Karabell's LABR NL draft

March 6, 2018 - 10:58am
How did Eric Karabell approach the 12-team NL only LABR draft? Find out his rationale behind all of his picks and his strategy on draft day.

Salazar injury opens Indians' spot for Clevinger

March 6, 2018 - 6:53am
Indians pitcher Danny Salazar will not be ready for the start of the season because of inflammation in his shoulder, opening up a rotation spot for Mike Clevinger.

Start your engines: D-backs revive bullpen cart

March 6, 2018 - 6:34am
The Diamondbacks will bring back the helmet-clad golf cart for the first time since the vehicle left Major League Baseball more than two decades ago.

Inside Joe Maddon's infamous World Series bullpen decision

March 6, 2018 - 6:21am
In an excerpt from the book "Try Not to Suck: The Exceptional, Extraordinary Baseball Life of Joe Maddon," Chicago's skipper reflects on the feeling of knowing that his relief pitcher gaffe nearly cost the Cubs a championship.

'Was that Andujar?': A new young Yankees slugger is turning heads this spring

March 6, 2018 - 4:20am
Miguel Andujar might not have the clout of the Baby Bombers who have come before him, but his torrid spring training could lead to a key role in N.Y.

Source: Nats send lefty prospect Romero home

March 5, 2018 - 5:50pm
Nationals prospect Seth Romero was sent home Monday morning for violating club policy, a source confirmed to ESPN. Before joining Washington, the left-handed prospect had several issues while playing college ball at Houston.

Harvey believes he's on track to bounce back

March 5, 2018 - 4:12pm
Mets pitcher Matt Harvey allowed two hits over a pair of scoreless innings against the Tigers on Monday in his second spring training appearance.

Which teams should be next winter's big spenders?

March 5, 2018 - 3:54pm
Strong rebuilding plans are already bringing these teams back to the cusp of contention. Next winter, their wallets should open to land baseball's biggest free agents.

Beltre starts spring with hits in first 2 at-bats

March 5, 2018 - 3:27pm
Adrian Beltre debuted with hits in his first two at-bats of spring training after the Rangers took a cautious approach to getting him going.

Darvish debuting for Cubs Tuesday vs. Dodgers

March 5, 2018 - 12:43pm
After a stomach bug set back Yu Darvish's debut for the Cubs, Chicago's newest pitcher will take the mound Tuesday -- squaring off against his former team, the Dodgers.

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