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Angels' Stephenson out with another elbow injury
Los Angeles Angels right-hander Robert Stephenson has another elbow injury and the reliever will be examined by orthopedist Dr. Keith Meister.
From Team Japan to MLB stars: Who could be next to make the jump?
The World Baseball Classic has given fans a chance to see Japan's best players before they hit the majors. Here's who to keep an eye on this year.
U.S. swaps Kershaw with Hoffman for WBC semis
Clayton Kershaw will not be on the United States roster for the World Baseball Classic semifinals, with the retired pitcher being replaced by reliever Jeff Hoffman.
U.S. tops Canada, advances to showdown vs. D.R.
The United States booked its spot in the WBC semifinals with a 5-3 victory against Canada on Friday night, joining the Dominican Republic team that mercy-ruled Korea in a 10-0 win in seven innings.
Wells hits 3-run HR as D.R. routs South Korea
Austin Wells hit a three-run homer in the seventh inning against South Korea that ended the 10-0 game under a World Baseball Classic rout rule.
D-backs' Moreno to undergo testing on forearm
Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo says catcher Gabriel Moreno was a late scratch from Friday's game against the Kansas City Royals because of right forearm tightness.
A's club 3 straight HRs on 3 pitches vs. Padres
The Athletics' Henry Bolte, Breyson Guedez and Nick Kurtz took Padres starter Michael King deep on three straight pitches during Friday's Cactus League game in Mesa, Arizona.
Jays' Berríos not throwing, to visit elbow specialist
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher José Berríos is going to see a specialist due to inflammation in his right elbow.
Brewers' Priester to miss at least 1st month
Brewers pitcher Quinn Priester expects to miss at least the first month of the season as he recovers from a nerve issue.
Rangers add bullpen depth by signing LHP Beeks
The Texas Rangers added some bullpen depth on Friday by signing lefty reliever Jalen Beeks to a one-year deal worth $1.6 million.
Reds' Ferguson dealing with mild oblique strain
Cincinnati Reds reliever Caleb Ferguson is dealing with an oblique strain and isn't expected to be available for the start of the season.
Cheat sheet 2026: Sleepers, busts, rookies and closers
You've read their names all preseason long, it'd be a shame to forget them on draft day. The ESPN Cheat Sheet is one way to make sure that doesn't happen.
Is the USA No. 1? Can anyone beat D.R.? Reranking the remaining World Baseball Classic teams
We're down to eight. Here's what we've learned -- and who has impressed us most -- as we enter the quarterfinals.
Bat flips and home run trots: How Dominican Republic sluggers are lighting up WBC
In this World Baseball Classic, one team might be having more fun than any other.
Passan's ultimate MLB season preview: Predictions, inside intel and breakout stars for all 30 teams
Opening Day is approaching fast -- and Jeff Passan has everything you need to know covered.
Brewers say Priester (wrist) to open year on IL
The Milwaukee Brewers' rotation will be without right-hander Quinn Priester for the start of the regular season because of an ongoing wrist issue.
Red Sox sign LHP Coulombe to 1-year deal
The Red Sox signed left-handed reliever Danny Coulombe to a one-year contract.
No Canada: Hughes hypes up Team USA for WBC
Jack Hughes, who scored the golden goal vs. Canada in the Winter Olympics, sent "a nice little fire-up message" to Team USA ahead of its WBC quarterfinal vs. Canada.
DeRosa: 'New lease on life' for Team USA at WBC
Team USA manager Mark DeRosa says he's happy his squad has a "new lease on life" at the World Baseball Classic after prematurely stating his team had reached the quarterfinals.
