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Veteran OF Maybin signs deal with Marlins
Cameron Maybin, who batted .228 with 33 stolen bases with the Angels and Astros last season, has signed a one-year deal with the Marlins.
Touted Astros prospect suspended 50 games
Forrest Whitley, a right-hander who is considered one of the top pitching prospects in baseball, has been suspended for violating the minor-league drug program, sources told ESPN's Buster Olney.
Which teams could blow past their poor preseason projections?
Some clubs that are expected to wind up below .500 have the potential to pull off a surprise and achieve postseason glory. Who are this spring's most likely candidates to exceed their weak forecasts?
Law: D-backs, Yankees profit from Tampa Bay's teardown in three-way deal
Adding Steven Souza Jr. to a new-look outfield in Arizona might help get the D-backs get back to the postseason, but did the Rays get good value?
Trade for Brandon Drury ramps up fight for jobs in Yankees' infield
The future belongs to Miguel Andujar and Gleyber Torres, but Tuesday's three-way deal added a strong right-now rival to a complicated camp battle.
Souza (D-backs), Drury (Yanks) in 3-team deal
The Yankees have added versatile infielder Brandon Drury in a three-team trade with Arizona and Tampa Bay. Steven Souza Jr. goes to the Diamondbacks, with the Rays getting two prospects and two players to be named.
Nats' Murphy (knee) uncertain for Opening Day
Nationals second baseman Daniel Murphy isn't sure if he'll be ready in time for Opening Day after having offseason debridement and microfracture surgery on his right knee.
Cubs' Contreras may ignore mound visits limit
Cubs catcher Willson Contreras joins a growing chorus of players concerned about baseball's new limit on mound visits.
Man vs. third base: The real battles of spring training for all 30 teams
Sure, positions are up for grabs in the Grapefruit and Cactus Leagues. But there's deeper drama going on. Here are the questions you really want answered.
UCSF Names Michael Reddy as Dean for School of Dentistry
An internationally renowned periodontics specialist, Michael Reddy has been appointed dean of the UCSF School of Dentistry, one of the preeminent graduate dental schools in the nation.
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Is Clayton Kershaw still a first-round pick in fantasy baseball?
Clayton Kershaw has reached the 200 inning mark just once during the past four seasons. A closer look at the numbers reveals whether he's still worthy of being a first-round pick this season.
Price describes recruiting pitch to Martinez
David Price told USA Today Sports that part of his recruiting pitch for J.D. Martinez to join the Red Sox was "he will love the guys here in this clubhouse, but also told him he'll get booed."
Hosmer embraces leadership role with Padres
Eric Hosmer said that he "bought into" the Padres' plan to win a World Series and that he is ready to embrace a leadership role within San Diego's young organization.
Cognitive Benefits of 'Young Blood' Linked to Brain Protein in Mice
Loss of an enzyme that modifies gene activity to promote brain regeneration may be partly responsible for age-related cognitive decline, according to new research in laboratory mice by UCSF.
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Twins finalize deal with righty Sanchez
The Minnesota Twins have finalized their low-risk contract with right-hander Anibal Sanchez, securing another experienced candidate for their rotation.
When will Tim Tebow play in the majors?
Mets GM Sandy Alderson says the former NFL quarterback is bound for the bigs. So assuming he's right -- when? And for how long?
Marlins to don Stoneman hats in spring opener
The Marlins will wear Stoneman Douglas High School hats during their workout and pregame before their Grapefruit League opener Friday.
Mattingly to Harper: Mind your own dugout
Marlins manager Don Mattingly says Washington Nationals slugger Bryce Harper should not be critiquing Miami's offseason moves.
Donaldson tables contract talks with Blue Jays
Josh Donaldson expects to become a free agent next offseason after shutting down contract talks with the Toronto Blue Jays, saying that the sides do not see "eye to eye" on a long-term deal.
Yelich: Fernandez death led to Miami teardown
Christian Yelich said his biggest disappointment is that Miami failed to make the playoffs or post a .500 record during his time there, and he cites the death of Jose Fernandez as the unfortunate turning point for the Marlins franchise.