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Will joining the Braves turn Felix Hernandez back into King Felix?

TEst 4 March 9, 2020 - 9:55pm
The former Mariners great is hoping an Atlanta reincarnation can give his career new life.

Why the Astros' sign-stealing scandal could be worse for MLB than the steroid era was

TEst 4 March 9, 2020 - 6:55pm
Baseball is in an angry place, hungry for more answers, more accountability -- and payback.

Mets' Conforto heads to NY for tests on side injury

TEst 4 March 9, 2020 - 6:55pm
Mets outfielder Michael Conforto is returning to New York to have additional tests on an injury to his side, general manager Brodie Van Wagenen said Monday, according to Newsday.

Leagues close locker rooms over virus concerns

TEst 4 March 9, 2020 - 6:55pm
The NBA, NHL, MLB and MLS are restricting access to their locker rooms and clubhouses, allowing in only players and essential personnel, as concerns about the coronavirus mount.

Rangers OF Calhoun has surgery for broken jaw

TEst 4 March 9, 2020 - 6:55pm
After Texas Rangers outfielder Willie Calhoun was hit by a first-inning fastball from Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Julio Urias Sunday, he was sent for surgery to repair a broken jaw on Monday.

Sources: Amid virus fear, MLB closes clubhouses

TEst 4 March 9, 2020 - 3:54pm
The league and owners had a conference call Monday to discuss how they would handle the virus going forward, and while MLB remains committed to playing the remainder of the slate of spring training games, the clubhouses will be closed.

All-Star SS Lindor, Indians suspend negotiations

TEst 4 March 9, 2020 - 3:54pm
Francisco Lindor, 26, who avoided arbitration this offseason, signing a one-year, $17.5 million deal, will be a free agent after the 2021 season and now that talks have broken, he's focused simply 'on winning.'

Kershaw back as Dodgers' Opening Day starter

TEst 4 March 9, 2020 - 3:54pm
Clayton Kershaw will extend his Dodgers franchise record for Opening Day starts to nine.

Phillies ace Nola scratched from start due to flu

TEst 4 March 9, 2020 - 3:54pm
Phillies ace Aaron Nola was scratched from his scheduled start Monday against the Yankees due to the flu. Manager Joe Girardi said with an off day Wednesday, Nola may rejoin the team on Thursday.

Why the Astros' sign-stealing scandal could be worse for MLB than the steroid era

TEst 4 March 9, 2020 - 12:54pm
Baseball is in an angry place, hungry for more answers, more accountability -- and payback. Meanwhile, commissioner Rob Manfred has punted on the cheating controversy, leaving punishment up to others.

I played clean in the steroid era -- and PEDs hurt players more than sign stealing does

TEst 4 March 9, 2020 - 12:54pm
Sign stealing is a serious threat to the game's integrity. But PEDs, writes Doug Glanville, have the power to destroy innocent players' careers.

Verlander has lat strain, unlikely for Opening Day

TEst 4 March 9, 2020 - 12:54pm
Astros right-hander Justin Verlander said it will "probably take a miracle" for him to be back before Opening Day after he was diagnosed Monday with a mild lat strain.

Yelich will be paid deferred money until 2042

TEst 4 March 9, 2020 - 12:54pm
The Brewers will be paying Christian Yelich in his new nine-year contract until 2042, when the All-Star outfielder is 50 years old.

Fantasy baseball's lasting legacy

TEst 4 March 9, 2020 - 12:54pm
The rise of fantasy baseball and the rise of Sabermetrics go hand-in-hand, resulting in a world where it's not inconceivable for a fantasy GM to one day see those skills translate into getting an MLB job.

Bonds feels MLB has given him 'death sentence'

TEst 4 March 9, 2020 - 9:52am
Barry Bonds says he feels that MLB has given him a "death sentence" since his 2007 retirement. The home run king has been linked to PED use.

2020 MLB Rank preview: How did we do last year, and what will this year's list look like?

TEst 4 March 9, 2020 - 6:52am
As we prepare to unveil our list of baseball's top 100 players, we look back at the 2019 rankings and predict what will change this year.

Bryant: Why the Astros' sign-stealing scandal could be worse for MLB than the steroid era

TEst 4 March 9, 2020 - 6:52am
Baseball is in an angry place, hungry for more answers, more accountability -- and payback. Meanwhile, commissioner Rob Manfred has punted on the cheating controversy, leaving punishment up to others.

Virus delays start of Japan pro baseball league

TEst 4 March 9, 2020 - 3:51am
Japanese officials on Monday postponed the start of the 12-team professional baseball league season, which was set to open March 20, because of the spread of the coronavirus.

ChiSox prospect Kopech to make debut Tuesday

TEst 4 March 8, 2020 - 6:52pm
Right-handed prospect Michael Kopech, known for his high-velocity fastball that can reach as high as 100 mph, will make his spring debut on Tuesday. He hasn't pitched since having Tommy John surgery in 2018.

Rangers' Calhoun hit by fastball, fractures jaw

TEst 4 March 8, 2020 - 6:52pm
The Rangers' Willie Calhoun was hit in the face by a Julio Urias fastball, and tests later revealed a fractured jaw.

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