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Everything you need to know about Luis Severino's shoulder injury
The Yankees' ace is out until May -- at the earliest. With help from ESPN's injury analyst, Stephania Bell, we tackle five key questions.
2019 MLB awards predictions: MVPs, Cy Youngs and top rookies
Will Mike Trout win his third MVP or Nolan Arenado his first? Who will deliver Cy-worthy seasons? Add your picks to our own.
What the backs of Mike Trout's baseball cards tell us
From his rare rookie card to the current edition, we examine how baseball's best player has improved year to year -- and talk to him about his statistical jumps and 2019 goals.
The most exciting teams, players and themes of the 2019 MLB season
From big names in new uniforms to must-see superstar showdowns, these are the stars and storylines you'll be talking about all season.
Cobb injured; O's weigh Cashner for Opening Day
The Baltimore Orioles placed right-handed starter Alex Cobb on the 10-day injured list on Monday with a right groin strain.
MLB average salary on track for 2nd straight drop
The 872 players on rosters and injured lists on Monday evening averaged $4.36 million, down from $4.41 million at the start of last season and $4.45 million on Opening Day in 2017, according to AP studies.
Montas parlays new pitch into spot in A's rotation
Oakland Athletics manager Bob Melvin took another step toward finalizing his pitching rotation Monday, announcing right-hander Frankie Montas will be the team's fourth starter.
Cubs' Hamels gets hole-in-one, then hits homer
Over the weekend, Cubs pitcher Cole Hamels recorded his first hole-in-one on a golf course, and on Monday night, he hit a home run in his final spring training tuneup.
Red Sox's Pearce to start season on injured list
The 2018 World Series MVP will begin the season on the injured list. Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Steve Pearce's spot at first base will be filled by right-hander Sam Travis.
Kershaw, Buehler progress in simulated games
Dodgers pitchers Clayton Kershaw and Walker Buehler each took part in simulated games Monday and left manager Dave Roberts encouraged by their progress.
Tribe's Ramirez takes grounders after knee injury
Indians All-Star Jose Ramirez took ground balls on Monday, a day after he fouled a pitch off the area below his left knee, but the team isn't sure whether he'll play in Thursday's opener at Minnesota.
Arrieta convinced Phillies are a playoff team
Jake Arrieta has no doubt the Philadelphia Phillies will be successful this season.
Blue Jays sign veteran right-hander Hudson
Right-hander Daniel Hudson has signed a one-year deal to join the Blue Jays, who transferred second baseman Devon Travis to the 60-day injured list.
Law: Scouting a matchup of the two best hitters in the 2019 draft class
June's draft looks thin on depth, but a recent Oregon State-Cal series put two potential No. 1 overall picks on display.
Three Faculty Inducted Into American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering
Butte, Kortemme, and Link were inducted as fellows during the AIMBE annual meeting at the National Academy of Sciences in Washington, DC, on March 25, 2019.
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Starting pitcher Straily released by Marlins
Right-handed starting pitcher Dan Straily was released by the Marlins on Monday.
Inside how Mike Trout's $430 million deal got done
Buying into the future of the franchise and owner Arte Moreno's intervention were just part of what made baseball's best player want to be an Angel for life.
Buster's Buzz: Why Boston's Chris Sale extension was a mistake
The Red Sox weren't going to let their star lefty get away. But they spent way too much and are taking on a ton of risk.
The MLB bets we would make in 2019
The Astros to win the AL West? Sure, if you like easy money. How about Yasiel Puig for MVP or the Rangers to win a playoff game? Those are just two of the long shots our writers and reporters are eyeing.
How Theo Epstein has changed from Boston to Chicago
He's as competitive as ever -- just with an earlier bedtime. Those who know him best compare Red Sox Theo to Cubs Theo.