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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.

Rangers' Hamels against six-man rotation

TEst 4 March 4, 2018 - 6:32am
Cole Hamels is not interested in the Rangers' proposed plan of using a six-man rotation this season.

Olney: What's behind the decline and fall of the stolen base?

TEst 4 March 4, 2018 - 5:55am
Steals are way down in the age of three true outcomes at the plate. Buster dives into everything that's taking basepaths excitement out of the game.

O's 1B Davis out 3-5 days after MRI on elbow

TEst 4 March 3, 2018 - 5:35pm
While Orioles first baseman Chris Davis will be sidelined three to five days, an MRI on his right elbow and forearm Saturday revealed no structural damage. Davis is looking to rebound after struggling at the plate in 2017.

Right field awaits Gomez after Rays finish deal

TEst 4 March 3, 2018 - 3:46pm
The Tampa Bay Rays have finalized a $4 million, one-year contract with free-agent outfielder Carlos Gomez, who likely will move into the right-field job vacated when Steven Souza Jr. was traded to Arizona last month.

Nationals' Strasburg looks strong in first start

TEst 4 March 3, 2018 - 2:02pm
Washington's Stephen Strasburg hit 98 mph with a few of his fastballs Saturday as he faced the Astros in his first start of spring training. He allowed one run and three hits while striking out two in two innings.

Gimme some glove: Cubs explain their spring breaking-in rituals

TEst 4 March 3, 2018 - 7:00am
Breaking in new gloves is one spring routine every Cub handles his own way, from infielders' do-it-yourself solutions to pitchers handing off the job.

Russell Wilson, Yankees learn from each other in whirlwind week

TEst 4 March 3, 2018 - 6:25am
The Super Bowl-winning QB and the Bronx Bombers picked up more than a few cross-sport tips from their time together in spring training.

Syndergaard on high velocity: Don't freak out

TEst 4 March 3, 2018 - 3:46am
Mets pitcher Noah Syndergaard said there's not reason for people to be "freaking out" after the right-hander threw 11 pitches of 100 mph or more in his spring debut.

Hosmer: 'Weird' to face Royals for first time

TEst 4 March 2, 2018 - 5:11pm
Eric Hosmer was 1-for-4 in San Diego's 13-5 victory Friday against his former team.

Braves' Kazmir takes step forward in comeback

TEst 4 March 2, 2018 - 4:24pm
Braves left-handed pitcher Scott Kazmir, who didn't pitch last year, took a step forward in his comeback from a hip injury Friday when he threw two scoreless innings against the Yankees.

Tebow gets taste of 'nasty' Scherzer in debut

TEst 4 March 2, 2018 - 3:31pm
While Tim Tebow learned the hard way how good Max Scherzer is, he responded later in his first spring start for the Mets with a single off Erick Fedde of the Nationals.

Pomeranz, Norris exit starts early with ailments

TEst 4 March 2, 2018 - 1:25pm
Red Sox lefty Drew Pomeranz exited with a tight forearm Friday, while Cardinals right-hander Bud Norris had a hamstring spasm. Both said the moves were precautionary.

Manfred: MLB will urge West Virginia governor to veto sports betting bill

TEst 4 March 2, 2018 - 11:22am
With a key Supreme Court ruling looming, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred held a conference call with West Virginia media to discuss why a bill aiming to legalize sports betting in the state should be defeated -- unless baseball receives an "integrity fee."

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