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MLB free-agency grades: Cubs spend like they're sure Seiya Suzuki will deliver

TEst 4 March 16, 2022 - 12:42pm
Chicago handed out one of the biggest contracts ever for a Japanese position player. Will the outfielder live up to it?

Fantasy baseball cheat sheet central

TEst 4 March 16, 2022 - 12:42pm
Don't draft without a cheat sheet! Our fantasy baseball staff has provided their rankings in a convenient, printable format for you to take to your drafts.

Trade grades: Why Matt Chapman could make Blue Jays the team to beat in AL East

TEst 4 March 16, 2022 - 9:42am
After dealing for Oakland's star third baseman, Toronto's infield is loaded. Does it move them to the top of a powerhouse division?

Braves re-sign NLCS MVP Rosario to 2-year deal

TEst 4 March 16, 2022 - 9:42am
The Braves re-signed outfielder Eddie Rosario to a two-year, $18 million contract on Wednesday.

A's continue purge, trade Chapman to Blue Jays

TEst 4 March 16, 2022 - 9:42am
Third baseman Matt Chapman becomes the latest All-Star to be traded away by the A's, who are sending him to the Blue Jays for prospects.

MLB drops regular COVID tests; can move games

TEst 4 March 16, 2022 - 9:42am
As part of MLB and MLBPA's finalized COVID-19 protocols, MLB is dropping regular COVID-19 testing for all but those who are symptomatic.

Sox ace Sale (rib cage) to miss start of season

TEst 4 March 16, 2022 - 9:42am
Boston Red Sox ace left-hander Chris Sale has a stress fracture in his rib cage and will miss the start of the regular season.

Sources: Phils land Schwarber to bolster lineup

TEst 4 March 16, 2022 - 9:42am
The Philadelphia Phillies have reached an agreement to sign free-agent slugger Kyle Schwarber, sources confirmed to ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Source: Cubs, Suzuki agree to 5-year, $85M deal

TEst 4 March 16, 2022 - 9:42am
The Cubs have agreed to a five-year, $85 million contract with star outfielder Seiya Suzuki, a source confirmed to ESPN. It's the highest salary for a Japanese position player coming to Major League Baseball.

Fantasy baseball impact of the Matt Chapman trade

TEst 4 March 16, 2022 - 9:42am
Tristan H. Cockcroft explains the fantasy impact of the deal sending the third baseman from the Oakland Athletics to the Toronto Blue Jays.

Trade candidate tiers: Players most likely to move before Opening Day -- and best fits

TEst 4 March 16, 2022 - 6:42am
Chris Bassitt. Sonny Gray. Josh Donaldson. And now Matt Olson. Who is next? We identify the stars who could be changing teams this spring.

Baseball is back! What we're most excited to see this MLB season

TEst 4 March 16, 2022 - 6:42am
From an extra-special Jackie Robinson Day to teams giving their fans new hope, we're doubling down on optimism after a dark winter.

Source: Cubs, Suzuki agree to five-year contract

TEst 4 March 16, 2022 - 6:42am
The Cubs have agreed to a five-year, $70 million contract with star Japanese outfielder Seiya Suzuki, a source told ESPN, confirming multiple reports.

MLB free-agency grades: Yankees bring familiar face back with Anthony Rizzo signing

TEst 4 March 16, 2022 - 12:34am
The Bombers opted to keep Rizzo in New York instead of making a free-agent splash in their infield. Will the decision work out?

What's next for Fernando Tatis Jr.? How injury impacts his season, contract and the Padres

TEst 4 March 15, 2022 - 9:33pm
San Diego's shortstop arrived at spring training with an unexpected wrist injury. Here's what it means for the superstar and his team.

Source: 1B Rizzo back with Yanks on $32M pact

TEst 4 March 15, 2022 - 9:33pm
First baseman Anthony Rizzo, who finished last season with the Yankees after a trade from the Chicago Cubs, agreed to a two-year contract on Tuesday night to return to New York, pending a physical, a source told ESPN's Jesse Rogers.

Judge: MLB violated wage law for minor leaguers

TEst 4 March 15, 2022 - 9:33pm
A federal judge ruled that minor leaguers are year-round employees who work during training time and found Major League Baseball violated Arizona state minimum wage law and is liable for triple damages.

RHP McHugh joins Braves on 2-year, $10M deal

TEst 4 March 15, 2022 - 6:34pm
The Braves signed former Rays right-hander Collin McHugh to a two-year deal worth $10 million on Tuesday.

Ohtani unsatisfied, aims to outdo '21 MVP season

TEst 4 March 15, 2022 - 6:34pm
Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani said he feels he needs to do better than just have a repeat performance of his 2021 MVP season, saying, "I need to get better and keep on improving."

Strasburg not pushing it, 'ready when I'm ready'

TEst 4 March 15, 2022 - 6:34pm
Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg intends to "be ready when I'm ready" after having thoracic outlet surgery last July. He faced hitters Tuesday for the first time since the procedure and he's scheduled to throw batting practice Friday.

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