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How good is J.T. Realmuto, and who needs him most?

TEst 4 December 18, 2018 - 6:08pm
As rumors swirl about potential blockbuster deals for Miami's All-Star catcher, we examine how excited you should be if your team is in the Realmuto mix.

Prostate Cancer Disparities Greatest in Low-Risk Disease

Test December 18, 2018 - 6:08pm
Study, led by UCSF, raises intriguing questions about whether the biology of low-risk prostate cancer in black men is distinct from that of other ethnicities. 
Categories: News

McCutchen excited by Phils' hitter-friendly home

TEst 4 December 18, 2018 - 3:09pm
Andrew McCutchen admits that he's in decline, but says he knows what he's still capable of doing and is "looking forward" to hitting at Philadelphia's Citizens Bank Park.

Mets GM: Would argue we're NL East favorites

TEst 4 December 18, 2018 - 3:09pm
New GM Brodie Van Wagenen on Tuesday introduced Wilson Ramos, the fourth All-Star to join the Mets since Van Wagenen was hired in late October, and touted the revamped team as the division favorite.

Descalso, Cubs agree to $5M, 2-year contract

TEst 4 December 18, 2018 - 3:09pm
Infielder Daniel Descalso, who hit .237 with 22 doubles for Arizona last season, has agreed to a two-year deal with the Cubs.

Marshall, director of 'A League of Their Own,' dies

TEst 4 December 18, 2018 - 3:09pm
Penny Marshall, one of the top-grossing female directors in Hollywood who produced "A League of Their Own" and was a passionate sports fan, has died at age 75.

Yanks name Beltran special adviser to Cashman

TEst 4 December 18, 2018 - 12:07pm
Former Yankee Carlos Betran told ESPN's Enrique Rojas that he has been named special adviser to GM Brian Cashman. Beltran, who shares an agent with free agent shortstop Manny Machado, played for New York from 2014-16.

Twins surprise Mauer, will retire his No. 7 jersey

TEst 4 December 18, 2018 - 12:07pm
The Minnesota Twins will retire Joe Mauer's No. 7 jersey next season, moving swiftly with to honor the six-time All-Star who retired after a 15-year major league career.

UCSF in 2019: What Are You Watching For in Health and Science?

Test December 18, 2018 - 12:07pm
The health headlines of 2018 captured our attention and impacted our lives in myriad ways. So what's next in 2019, for UCSF and beyond? You tell us.
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Slideshow: Seen Around Campus in 2018

Test December 18, 2018 - 12:07pm
Photos from across UCSF from 2018.
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Most Popular Science Stories of 2018

Test December 18, 2018 - 12:07pm
From sensory processing disorder to how CRISPR is being explored to bring new treatments to patients, these are the stories that most engaged our readers in 2018.
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Faculty Ideas Inspire Record-Breaking Year for UCSF’s Campaign

Test December 18, 2018 - 12:07pm
In the year since announcing an ambitious, $5 billion fundraising campaign, UCSF has seen record-breaking generosity from its supporters, inspired by faculty-led ideas to tackle some of the toughest problems in health and science.
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Buster's Buzz: $400 million? Harper, Machado might have to settle for less

TEst 4 December 18, 2018 - 9:07am
Sure, they'll still make a fortune this winter. But this free-agent class just isn't going to get what agents dreamed of a few years ago.

How good is J.T. Realmuto and who needs him most?

TEst 4 December 18, 2018 - 6:07am
As rumors swirl about potential blockbuster deals for Miami's All-Star catcher, we examine how excited you should be if your team is in the Realmuto mix.

$15M Benioff Gift Expands Children’s Mental Health Services in East Bay

Test December 18, 2018 - 2:53am
UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland has received a $15 million gift from Lynne and Marc Benioff to address the acute shortage of mental health services for children and adolescents in Oakland and the East Bay, which reflects a nationwide shortage.
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Law: Brantley, Ramos key pickups for Astros, Mets

TEst 4 December 17, 2018 - 8:52pm
Michael Brantley can fill the DH role for the Astros, while the Mets didn't have to gut their farm system in landing catcher Wilson Ramos.

Sex Chromosomes Hold the Secret to Female Longevity

Test December 17, 2018 - 8:52pm
UCSF scientists have zeroed in on a possible genetic mechanism for the reason behind women outliving men phenomenon.
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Reports: Astros reach 2-year deal with Brantley

TEst 4 December 17, 2018 - 5:50pm
Michael Brantley adds a needed left-handed presence to the middle of the Astros' lineup, which is heavily right-handed with key cogs Jose Altuve, Alex Bregman, Carlos Correa and George Springer.

Sabathia gets $500,000 bonus despite ejection

TEst 4 December 17, 2018 - 2:50pm
The New York Yankees gave pitcher CC Sabathia a $500,000 performance bonus, even though the 38-year-old left-hander was ejected from his final regular-season start six outs shy of the 155 innings specified in his contract for the payment.

Familia prioritized Mets return over role as closer

TEst 4 December 17, 2018 - 2:50pm
Jeurys Familia would rather be a setup man for the New York Mets than close for another team.

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