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Genome Sequencing Uncovers Therapy for Rare Brain Tumor

Test February 27, 2018 - 8:09pm
New research led by David Solomon, an assistant professor in the Department of Pathology at UCSF, provides much-needed targeted treatment options for patients whose tumors cannot be surgically removed.
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Baseball gods or merely human? Four stars projections can't predict

TEst 4 February 27, 2018 - 4:31pm
How well will Giancarlo Stanton fare in the Bronx? How about a full year from Justin Verlander in Houston? The three major projection systems for 2018 are out, and in a rarity, they totally disagree on four players. So who settles the argument? You do!

Rangers roll the dice, but how much can Tim Lincecum have left?

TEst 4 February 27, 2018 - 3:40pm
After a year away from the game and seven since he was dominant, Tim Lincecum might not be a good bet for a Texas team looking for pitching help.

Ohtani: Won't feel like big leaguer until opener

TEst 4 February 27, 2018 - 3:39pm
While Shohei Ohtani waits for the regular season to arrive, he is honing the schedule he needs to get in work both on the mound and at the plate this spring.

Hosmer shows gratitude for No. 30 with Rolex

TEst 4 February 27, 2018 - 3:28pm
New Padres first baseman Eric Hosmer thanked Glenn Hoffman for ceding his No. 30 by giving the third base coach a Rolex watch.

Lester to start for Cubs on Opening Day

TEst 4 February 27, 2018 - 3:25pm
For the third time in four seasons, Chicago Cubs lefty Jon Lester will start on Opening Day as manager Joe Maddon announced the decision before Lester's spring debut on Tuesday.

Top 50 fantasy baseball prospects for 2018

TEst 4 February 27, 2018 - 2:43pm
Everyone loves prospects, but not every prospect is bound for fantasy stardom. We scout out the rookies who will make the biggest impact in 2018 so you can draft accordingly and be informed when searching the waiver wire this season.

Avoid losing your drafts in the first round by focusing on the right kind of players

TEst 4 February 27, 2018 - 2:35pm
You can lose your draft and put yourself in a big hole before the season ever starts if you mess up your first-round pick, so it pays to be careful and analyze your picks carefully before selecting your team's cornerstone.

Thome pays emotional visit to Hall of Fame

TEst 4 February 27, 2018 - 1:58pm
Jim Thome, who will take his place in the Baseball Hall of Fame in July, spent Tuesday marveling at the company he will soon join.

Source: Lincecum strikes deal with Rangers

TEst 4 February 27, 2018 - 1:24pm
The Texas Rangers and right-hander Tim Lincecum have agreed to a deal, a source confirmed to ESPN.

Free agents take part in MLBPA camp in Florida

TEst 4 February 27, 2018 - 1:21pm
A lot of theories have been tossed around as to why so many talented veteran free agents remain unsigned, including pitchers Jake Arietta, Lance Lynn and Alex Cobb. One theory many at the MLBPA camp suggest is that there's now an overreliance on metrics.

Show us whatcha got: Players with something to prove in spring training

TEst 4 February 27, 2018 - 1:07pm
The games don't count, but the results will matter for Shohei Ohtani and nine others who need to respond to new challenges and show new skills to star in 2018.

USAID Awards Global Malaria Contract to UCSF's Malaria Elimination Initiative and Partners

Test February 27, 2018 - 11:08am
The MEI is part of a group of partners that has been awarded a new contract by USAID to support the President’s Malaria Initiative’s Advancing the Progress of Malaria Service Delivery project in 28 countries.
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Hollywood stunt double Sean Doolittle is ready for his close-up

TEst 4 February 27, 2018 - 10:24am
After converting 21 of 22 saves for the Nats during the regular season, Doolittle got married, bought a house and arrived at spring training to grab a closer role. That's a whole lot of closing in a very short time.

White Sox prospect Burger suffers torn Achilles

TEst 4 February 27, 2018 - 10:09am
White Sox prospect Jake Burger. the 11th overall draft pick last June, suffered a torn left Achilles tendon while running out a grounder and will likely miss the season.

MLBPA files grievance against four teams

TEst 4 February 27, 2018 - 8:42am
The Major League Baseball Players Association has filed a grievance against the Marlins, Athletics, Pirates and Rays, accusing the teams of failing to appropriately spend revenue-sharing money.

Astros' Gurriel leaves to have hand checked

TEst 4 February 27, 2018 - 8:27am
Astros first baseman Yuli Gurriel was scratched from Monday's spring training game and returned to Houston to have his left hand examined by the team doctor.

Mariners' King Felix dodges major arm injury

TEst 4 February 27, 2018 - 8:07am
During a spring training filled with small, nagging injuries, the Seattle Mariners believe they caught a fortunate break after Felix Hernandez took a line drive off his right arm. X-rays were negative.

Napoli, Indians agree to minor league contract

TEst 4 February 27, 2018 - 7:55am
Mike Napoli has agreed to a minor league contract with the Indians, pending the completion of a physical. Napoli spent 2016 with the Indians and had a major role in getting the club to the World Series.

Jays' Stroman has right shoulder inflammation

TEst 4 February 27, 2018 - 7:50am
Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Marcus Stroman has undergone an MRI exam that found inflammation in his throwing shoulder but expects to resume throwing in three to five days.

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