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Altuve grazed by pitch, Astros booed on road

TEst 4 February 24, 2020 - 5:40pm
Jose Altuve was loudly booed Monday when he was introduced for his spring training debut, cheered when he struck out and called a cheater by several fans -- before being nicked in the foot by a pitch.

Rangers LHP Burke (torn labrum) out for season

TEst 4 February 24, 2020 - 5:40pm
Rangers rookie left-hander Brock Burke will miss the 2020 season because of a torn labrum in his left shoulder.

GM: D-backs unaware of Bumgarner's rodeo gigs

TEst 4 February 24, 2020 - 2:39pm
The Arizona Diamondbacks knew Madison Bumgarner lives on a ranch but were unaware of his recently revealed side career as a rodeo participant.

MLB to judge: Cheating attempts part of sports

TEst 4 February 24, 2020 - 11:39am
MLB is urging a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed by participants in DraftKings fantasy baseball contests over the sign stealing by the Houston Astros.

Jeter: Astros scandal a 'black eye' for baseball

TEst 4 February 24, 2020 - 11:39am
Derek Jeter said Monday that the Astros sign-stealing scandal is "a black eye for the sport."

The Phillie Phanatic makeover has been revealed

TEst 4 February 24, 2020 - 11:39am
The Philadelphia Phillies' mascot has a new look, and it was unveiled at the team's spring home opener on Sunday.

Top tips for drafting in points leagues

TEst 4 February 24, 2020 - 11:39am
Playing in a points league this fantasy baseball season? AJ Mass explains the strategies to use and the types of players to go after in 2020.

Inside Manny Machado's amazing encounter with his idol Kobe Bryant

TEst 4 February 24, 2020 - 8:39am
Imagine you get a chance to meet your sports hero face-to-face -- and he's wearing your jersey.

Inside Manny Machado's mind-blowing encounter with his idol Kobe Bryant

TEst 4 February 24, 2020 - 5:37am
Imagine you get a chance to meet your sports hero face-to-face -- and he's wearing your jersey.

Fantasy baseball: Position battles, closers and Cardinals I'm watching

TEst 4 February 24, 2020 - 2:37am
With teams ready to start spring training games, Eric Karabell offers up his thoughts on the key players and competitions for fantasy managers to pay attention to in Florida and Arizona.

D-backs' Bumgarner roping in rodeos incognito

TEst 4 February 23, 2020 - 8:45pm
Arizona Diamondbacks left-hander Madison Bumgarner has been competing in rodeo events under the alias Mason Saunders and even won $26,560 in a team-roping competition in December, according to a story published Sunday by The Athletic.

New OF Akiyama singles, tries steal in Reds debut

TEst 4 February 23, 2020 - 8:45pm
Shogo Akiyama gave Cincinnati Reds fans a small taste of what he can provide at the top of the batting order and in the outfield Sunday in his first spring training game with the team.

Makeover won't change Phillie Phanatic's antics

TEst 4 February 23, 2020 - 5:43pm
He's 42 years old, a little out of shape and clearly no spring chicken. But clearly there's no one more popular on the field for the Philadelphia Phillies than the Phanatic.

Astros to keep Springer as leadoff, Baker says

TEst 4 February 23, 2020 - 5:43pm
George Springer, Houston's leadoff hitter since 2016, will remain in the roll this season, Astros manager Dusty Baker said.

Betts draws cheers, drives in run in Dodger debut

TEst 4 February 23, 2020 - 5:43pm
Mookie Betts still has some work to do as he settles in with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Fiers greeted with cheers before 1st spring start

TEst 4 February 23, 2020 - 2:43pm
The pitcher who blew the lid on the Astros sign-stealing scandal this winter was met with a loud ovation from the A's spring training home crowd.

Pedroia back on IL after Red Sox claim Valdez

TEst 4 February 23, 2020 - 2:43pm
The Red Sox placed Dustin Pedroia on the 60-day injured list after the team claimed righty Phillips Valdez off waivers. Pedroia has played just nine games over the past two seasons.

Olney: Astros players have a lot on the line in 2020

TEst 4 February 23, 2020 - 11:42am
In addition to the pressure from the sign-stealing fallout, Houston stars such as George Springer are facing key points in their careers.

Dozier, Padres agree to minor league contract

TEst 4 February 23, 2020 - 11:42am
The Padres have a minor league agreement with infielder Brian Dozier.

Cespedes breaks silence, aims for Opening Day

TEst 4 February 23, 2020 - 11:42am
Mets outfielder Yoenis Cespedes backtracked on his vow to avoid the media and said he is planning to be ready for Opening Day.

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