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Brewers' Counsell sure Yelich will bounce back
Christian Yelich's 2020 hitting struggles are "not going to happen again," Brewers manager Craig Counsell said Thursday.
Cora, Red Sox willing to bet Martinez improves
Red Sox manager Alex Cora said he's willing to bet that outfielder J.D. Martinez will have a better season after finishing 2020 with a .217 batting average, seven homers and 27 RBIs.
Mattingly bemoans lack of action, wants changes
Don Mattingly joined the growing list of voices who think MLB needs more action, saying Thursday "we have to be open-minded" about more rule changes.
Bryant: Baseball needs to figure out what it wants the game to be
The question hovered over the MLB season before the pandemic shut down the game -- and was reflected throughout this unique year.
Astros GM: Verlander hopes to pitch in 2021
Astros GM James Click said Wednesday on MLB Network that Justin Verlander hopes to pitch this season despite having undergone Tommy John surgery on Sept. 30.
Age is just a number: Over-30 MLB free agents teams shouldn't be afraid to sign
No matter how many birthdays players like Nelson Cruz have celebrated, they can be assets for teams looking to win now.
Ex-Reds RHP DeSclafani to Giants on 1-year deal
The San Francisco Giants have signed right-handed pitcher Anthony DeSclafani to a one-year contract, with ESPN's Jeff Passan reporting the deal is worth $6 million.
Black downplays Arenado, Story trade rumors
Rockies manager Bud Black is confident that, despite trade rumors, stars Nolan Arenado and Trevor Story will help anchor the team's lineup when the 2021 season begins.
Managers told to plan for normal spring schedule
Big league managers say Major League Baseball instructed them to prepare for spring training to start on time in mid-February despite uncertainty around the coronavirus.
Rays re-sign catcher Zunino to one-year deal
Catcher Mike Zunino is returning to the Rays on a one-year contract with an option for the 2022 season.
Rays' Cash: Did 'grind' on Game 6 Snell decision
A month after the Rays lost to the Dodgers in the World Series, Rays manager Kevin Cash said he "did grind" on the decision to pull Blake Snell in Game 6 with a 1-0 lead.
MLB reclassifies Negro Leagues as major league
Major League Baseball has reclassified the Negro Leagues as a major league and will count the statistics and records of its 3,400 players as part of MLB history.
Sources: Rays agree to re-sign catcher Zunino
Catcher Mike Zunino is returning to the Rays on a one-year contract with an option for the 2022 season.
Angels sign reliever Claudio to one-year deal
The Angels signed left-hander Alex Claudio as they remake their bullpen.
Ex-All-Star Vizquel accused of domestic violence
The Athletic is reporting that former star shortstop Omar Vizquel has been accused of domestic abuse by his wife.
Need an ace? Here's what it would take to trade for Blake Snell -- and who could do it
As the Rays starter's name swirls in offseason rumors, we find the best fits for a winter blockbuster.
Pirates righty Taillon is on track for 2021 return
The Pirates' Jameson Taillon is on schedule to return in 2021 after missing most of 2019 and all of 2020 while recovering from a second Tommy John surgery on his right elbow.
Manny Ramirez, 48, playing baseball in Australia
Manny Ramirez, the 48-year-old former Boston Red Sox legend and 12-time Major League Baseball All-Star, is scheduled to begin the season on Thursday for the Sydney Blue Sox in the Australian Baseball League.
Posey to remain Giants' primary catcher in 2021
Buster Posey will be back behind the plate for the Giants this season despite the presence of top prospect Joey Bart on the roster, manager Gabe Kapler said.
Twins' Baldelli to Cruz: 'Love to see you in spring'
Twins manager Rocco Baldelli made a pretend pitch to free-agent DH Nelson Cruz, who has batted .308 with 57 home runs, 141 RBIs and a 1.020 OPS in 173 games over the past two seasons. "Nelson ... we'd love to see you in spring training," Baldelli said.
