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Yanks' Rodon gets Opening Day nod with Cole out
Left-hander Carlos Rodon was tabbed as the New York Yankees' Opening Day starter Friday by manager Aaron Boone.
Rays pick up 1B Díaz's option, add vesting option
The Rays have picked up their $12 million team option on Yandy Díaz for the 2026 season and added a vesting option for 2027, pending 2026 performance thresholds.
Braves' Riley leaves game after HBP on right hand
Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley left a Grapefruit League game Friday after a pitch hit him in the hand that he broke last season.
Reds' Stephenson (oblique) to start season on IL
Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson will open the season on the 10-day injured list with an oblique strain.
Pads-M's season-series winner to get Vedder Cup
The victor in the annual series between the Padres and Mariners will now win the Vedder Cup, a trophy designed by Pearl Jam lead singer Eddie Vedder.
What do the first two rounds of a perfect draft look like?
Tristan H. Cockcroft and Eric Karabell reveal their ideal outcomes for the first two rounds of a 10-team draft.
From 40/70 to 40/30? Ronald Acuna Jr. says he'll be more careful on the basepaths this season -- but no one believes him
After a second ACL tear, the Braves' 2023 NL MVP is rehabbing with a plan to be stronger -- and healthier -- than ever.
Devers: Willing to do whatever Red Sox want
Rafael Devers told reporters Thursday that he's "good to do whatever" the Boston Red Sox want him to do, an indication that he's willing to move away from third base and serve as the team's designated hitter this season.
Rangers' Bradford (elbow) to open season on IL
Rangers left-hander Cody Bradford will start the season on the IL because of soreness in his throwing elbow.
2025 MiLB alternate identities bring plenty of wild names
The trend of minor league teams adopting unique "alternate identities" is sweeping the nation.
20 sleeper picks to target in 2025
Which players are Tristan H. Cockcroft higher on than most? Here's a list of 20 names to keep in mind.
Red Sox's Giolito (hammy) to start season on IL
Red Sox right-hander Lucas Giolito will begin the season on the injured list with a hamstring injury, manager Alex Cora told reporters Thursday.
Rays not moving forward with new stadium plans
The Tampa Bay Rays will not proceed with the development of a $1.3 billion baseball stadium in St. Petersburg, Florida, principal owner Stuart Sternberg said.
Mets shut down McNeil with minor oblique strain
Mets second baseman Jeff McNeil has been shut down with a minor oblique strain and ruled out for Opening Day.
Reliever Maton gets 1-year deal with Cardinals
Right-handed reliever Phil Maton and the St. Louis Cardinals agreed to a one-year contract, the team announced Thursday.
Roundtable: Top takeaways from watching March baseball
Our fantasy experts discuss which players have stood out this spring, and what it could mean for the season ahead.
Royals' Witt avoids forearm fracture after HBP
Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. suffered a bruise when he was struck on the left forearm by a 95 mph fastball and left Wednesday's spring training game.
Jankowski opts out of Cubs deal, joins White Sox
Travis Jankowski, who signed a minor league deal with the Cubs last month after two seasons in Texas, has opted out and instead has reached a deal with the White Sox.
New Royals closer Estévez to make debut Friday
New Kansas City Royals closer Carlos Estévez is set to make his spring training debut on Friday after dealing with some back tightness earlier in spring training.
Jays delay Scherzer's next start due to thumb
Max Scherzer won't make his scheduled spring training start for Toronto on Thursday due to right thumb soreness.