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Harvey believes he's on track to bounce back

TEst 4 March 5, 2018 - 4:12pm
Mets pitcher Matt Harvey allowed two hits over a pair of scoreless innings against the Tigers on Monday in his second spring training appearance.

Which teams should be next winter's big spenders?

TEst 4 March 5, 2018 - 3:54pm
Strong rebuilding plans are already bringing these teams back to the cusp of contention. Next winter, their wallets should open to land baseball's biggest free agents.

Beltre starts spring with hits in first 2 at-bats

TEst 4 March 5, 2018 - 3:27pm
Adrian Beltre debuted with hits in his first two at-bats of spring training after the Rangers took a cautious approach to getting him going.

Charles Wilson, One of America’s Great Neurosurgical Pioneers, Dies at 88

Test March 5, 2018 - 2:09pm
Charles Wilson, MD, a world-renowned neurosurgeon and UCSF professor emeritus, who served as chair of the Department of Neurological Surgery for nearly 30 years and founded the University’s Brain Tumor Research Center, has died. He was 88.
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Darvish debuting for Cubs Tuesday vs. Dodgers

TEst 4 March 5, 2018 - 12:43pm
After a stomach bug set back Yu Darvish's debut for the Cubs, Chicago's newest pitcher will take the mound Tuesday -- squaring off against his former team, the Dodgers.

Source: Ichiro nearing return to Mariners

TEst 4 March 5, 2018 - 11:39am
The Mariners and Ichiro are closing in on a reunion. The sides are finalizing an agreement on a one-year deal for the veteran outfielder to return to Seattle, a source confirmed to ESPN.

E-Cigarette Use Exposes Teens to Toxic Chemicals

Test March 5, 2018 - 8:08am
Adolescents who smoke e-cigarettes are exposed to significant levels of potentially cancer-causing chemicals also found in tobacco cigarettes, even when the e-cigarettes do not contain nicotine.
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Lester trying 'Jordan-to-Pippen bounce' throw

TEst 4 March 5, 2018 - 6:43am
In an unorthodox attempt to solve his well-documented throwing problem, Cubs pitcher Jon Lester is experimenting with bouncing throws to first base, calling it the "Jordan-to-Pippen bounce."

Reports: Cards give SS DeJong $26M extension

TEst 4 March 5, 2018 - 6:38am
The Cardinals have signed shortstop Paul DeJong to a six-year, $26 million contract extension. He hit .285 with 25 home runs and 65 RBIs last season as a rookie.

Dozier eyes free agency; no talks with Twins

TEst 4 March 5, 2018 - 5:41am
Brian Dozier said he "will be a free agent this fall, that's the bottom line" after revealing that he still has not had any negotiations with the Twins on a contract extension.

Painting captures the Astros' World Series celebration

TEst 4 March 5, 2018 - 5:00am
Major League Baseball-sanctioned artist Opie Otterstad depicts the Astros storming the field at Dodger Stadium to celebrate winning Game 7.

How MLB's best young superstars can get even better in 2018

TEst 4 March 5, 2018 - 4:00am
Here's a scary thought: Aaron Judge and Carlos Correa could reach another level this season. Which other stars have room to grow?

To help plan for life as a DH, J.D. Martinez turns to Big Papi

TEst 4 March 5, 2018 - 4:00am
Challenged with the role as a bat-only star in Boston, who else was the new Red Sox slugger going to talk to other than David Ortiz?

Bo Jackson returns to work with Royals in camp

TEst 4 March 4, 2018 - 2:32pm
At 55, two-sport star Bo Jackson is a guest coach for the Kansas City Royals in spring training. His duties? "Anything I want to do," Jackson said, laughing. "I've been told I have diplomatic immunity."

Yankees, Dodgers top Astros in MLB Future Power Rankings

TEst 4 March 4, 2018 - 2:04pm
Do the next five years belong to the Yankees, or will another team step up? Using Keith Law's prospect rankings, Buster Olney's insights and Dan Szymborski's analysis, we look at where all 30 teams stand through 2022.

Ex-Orioles pitcher Stewart found dead at 63

TEst 4 March 4, 2018 - 1:20pm
Former Baltimore pitcher Sammy Stewart, who helped the Orioles win the 1983 World Series before falling into a life of crack cocaine addiction and arrests, has died at 63.

Blue Jays' Tulowitzki likely out for opener

TEst 4 March 4, 2018 - 1:19pm
Blue Jays shortstop Troy Tulowitzki unlikely to be ready for Opening Day as he nurses a heel injury.

A's designate outfielder Moss for assignment

TEst 4 March 4, 2018 - 1:09pm
The Oakland Athletics designated outfielder Brandon Moss for assignment on Sunday and claimed left-hander Jairo Labourt off waivers from the Cincinnati Reds.

Indians' Brantley (ankle) focused on big picture

TEst 4 March 4, 2018 - 12:21pm
Cleveland Indians outfielder Michael Brantley says he's taking the big-picture approach as he works his way back from October ankle surgery.

Can Casey Mize become Auburn's first No. 1 overall pick?

TEst 4 March 4, 2018 - 6:45am
Mize is already in the mix for a top-10 pick in this June's MLB draft, but his plus stuff could help him make history.

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