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Sources: Nationals reach deal with RHP Littell
Zack Littell has a new home after agreeing to a one-year contract with the Nationals, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan and Kiley McDaniel.
Rangers claim Blanco; Montgomery to 60-day IL
The Rangers claimed outfielder Dairon Blanco off waivers from the Royals on Sunday and placed left-hander Jordan Montgomery on the 60-day injured list as he recovers from elbow surgery.
Dominicans ride 4 HRs to mercy rule win in WBC
Juan Soto, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Junior Caminero and Austin Wells homered as the Dominican Republic routed the Netherlands 12-1 in the World Baseball Classic.
Cubs relievers Hodge, Wicks to start season on IL
The Cubs will start the season with relief pitchers Porter Hodge (flexor strain) and Jordan Wicks (nerve irritation) on the injured list, manager Craig Counsell said.
Skubal mulls WBC plan, may pitch again for U.S.
Tarik Skubal says he is considering pitching again for the United States at the World Baseball Classic, a potential change in plans for the Tigers' ace.
Japan rallies past Australia, clinches WBC pool
Defending champion Japan rallied from 1-0 down to beat Australia 4-3 in the World Baseball Classic on Sunday behind a two-run homer from Masataka Yoshida with two outs in the seventh inning.
A's prospect Hernaiz caps Puerto Rico walk-off win
Darell Hernaiz, 24, an infield prospect with the Athletics, hit a 374-foot home run to left field in the 10th inning Saturday, lifting host Puerto Rico to a 4-3 World Baseball Classic victory over Panama at Hiram Bithorn Stadium in San Juan.
Skubal fans five, allows leadoff HR as U.S. wins
Great Britain's Nate Eaton greeted Team USA pitcher Tarik Skubal with a home run on the first pitch of the game Saturday night, as the defending American League Cy Young Award winner made his only start of the World Baseball Classic in Houston.
Albies' walk-off leads Netherlands to WBC stunner
Braves star Ozzie Albies slugged a walk-off 3-run home run Saturday to lead the Netherlands to a dramatic win over Nicaragua at the World Baseball Classic.
Jays' Scherzer tosses 4 no-hit innings in debut
Max Scherzer looked sharp in his first spring training outing for the Blue Jays, with the 41-year-old throwing four no-hit innings in a win over the Phillies on Saturday.
Astros add catcher Vázquez on minor league deal
The Astros have signed veteran catcher Christian Vázquez to a minor league deal and invited him to spring training.
Suzuki's 2 HRs power unbeaten Japan to WBC win
Defending champion Japan hit four home runs -- two by Cubs slugger Seiya Suzuki -- to beat Korea 8-6 and stay undefeated in Pool C of the World Baseball Classic.
Bitterness turns into celebration as Puerto Rico's WBC journey begins
Insurance controversy rocked the roster, but the home team in Pool A of the World Baseball Classic is writing its next chapter.
U.S. plates 15 in big win vs. Brazil to open WBC
Aaron Judge hit a two-run homer and Brice Turang had three hits and four RBI to lead the United States to a 15-5 win over Brazil in its World Baseball Classic opener Friday night.
Lucas Ramirez hits 2 HRs with dad Manny watching
Manny Ramirez hit 555 home runs in his 19-year major league career. On Friday night, the 12-time All-Star relished watching someone else go yard when his son Lucas Ramirez hit two homers for Brazil against the U.S. in the World Baseball Classic.
Lugo, Díaz pitch Puerto Rico to WBC opening win
Seth Lugo helped Puerto Rico to a 5-0 win over Colombia in their Group A opener Friday at the World Baseball Classic. The right-hander pitched four-plus innings of three-hit ball, and Edwin Diaz worked the ninth.
