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Cubs enhance DV training ahead of Russell return
ESPN - 13 Feb 2019 01:20
The Chicago Cubs are enhancing their domestic violence training ahead of shortstop Addison Russell's return from suspension later this season.
Phils' Arrieta 'right on track' after knee surgery
ESPN - 13 Feb 2019 23:45
Phillies manager Gabe Kapler said Wednesday that starter Jake Arrieta recently underwent surgery after injuring his left knee while weight training. Arrieta should be ready for the start of the regular season, or shortly...
Cubs launching own 'Cubs-centric' network
ESPN - 13 Feb 2019 15:55
The Chicago Cubs are launching their own television network, beginning in 2020, partnering with Sinclair Broadcasting to create Marquee Sports Network.
New pitching coach for Miami Marlins brings heavy heart to spring training
Miami Herald - 13 Feb 2019 23:59
The new pitching coach for the Miami Marlins showed up to the first day of spring training with fresh ideas and a strong desire to turn a young pitching staff …
"The Lion", Miami Marlins new catcher, is glad to be closer to home
Miami Herald - 13 Feb 2019 23:37
"The Lion", the Miami Marlins new catcher, Jorge Alfaro, is glad to be in Miami and closer to Colombia. …
Photo Gallery: Marlins Spring Training | Wed, Feb 13, 2019
Miami Herald - 13 Feb 2019 23:37
Photo Gallery: Marlins Spring Training | Wed, Feb 13, 2019 …
Cubs' Darvish says pressure off this year
ESPN - 13 Feb 2019 22:52
Cubs pitcher Yu Darvish said he felt pressure to deliver after signing a big contract last season, but this year he just wants to be himself.
Yanks' Sanchez ready to take charge, Boone says
ESPN - 13 Feb 2019 22:30
It was a challenging 2018 season for Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez, but manager Aaron Boone met with him over the offseason in the Dominican Republic and came away saying he believes Sanchez is ready to move forward and t...
Angels' Ohtani: No regrets on delaying surgery
ESPN - 13 Feb 2019 22:09
AL Rookie of the Year Shohei Ohtani, who is recovering from Tommy John surgery, hopes he'll be able to bat in the Angels' lineup as early as May if all stays on schedule.
Pitchers Cole, Bauer, Wood win arbitration cases
ESPN - 13 Feb 2019 20:58
Gerrit Cole (Astros), Trevor Bauer (Indians) and Alex Wood (Reds) all won their arbitration cases Wednesday, giving players a 6-3 lead in decisions this year.
Jordan Montgomery's goal? To be the Yankees' second-half splash
ESPN - 13 Feb 2019 20:16
The 26-year-old lefty, recovering from Tommy John surgery, expects to be back after the All-Star break -- and to bolster the Yankees' starting rotation down the stretch.
MLB tiers: Ranking baseball's best shortstops
ESPN - 13 Feb 2019 20:04
Looking for some of the game's brightest, up-and-coming stars? You're at the right place.
MLB tiers: Ranking baseball's best second basemen
ESPN - 13 Feb 2019 19:40
At a position with rising offensive production, who joins Jose Altuve near the top of our list?
Buster's Buzz: Indians' rotation rocks, but their outfield? Good luck!
ESPN - 13 Feb 2019 16:41
Cleveland brings back one of baseball's best starting fives this year, but at a cost: Mustering offense from the outfield will be tricky.
Passan: Phillies begin Realmuto era with Harper, Machado still in play
ESPN - 13 Feb 2019 14:24
The catcher couldn't wait to get to spring training, and his new team couldn't wait to have him. Now the question is if an even bigger name will sign on to complete one of MLB's most intriguing makeovers.
On Baseball: 10 M.L.B. Story Lines to Ponder While Waiting for Free Agents to Sign
The New York Times - 13 Feb 2019 03:15
While the baseball world waits to see where Harper and Machado end up, spring training is about to get under way, and there's plenty of intrigue to go around.
Miami Marlins agree to 1-year deal with veteran reliever Sergio Romo
Miami Herald - 13 Feb 2019 01:28
The Marlins and veteran reliever Sergio Romo have reached agreement on a 1-year deal. While completion of the deal is pending physicals, Romo will make $2.5 million, according to MLB.com. …
Healthy Bird sings upbeat tune at Yankees camp
ESPN - 13 Feb 2019 01:25
As pitchers and catchers begin reporting to the Yankees' spring-training complex this week, an upbeat and self-proclaimed healthier Greg Bird believes he'll soon get back to being the promising player he once was.
Source: Romo, Marlins agree on one-year deal
ESPN - 13 Feb 2019 01:13
The Miami Marlins and reliever Sergio Romo have agreed on a one-year deal, a league source tells ESPN.
Here's the most encouraging part of Marlins' rebuild. And how rotation is shaping up
Miami Herald - 13 Feb 2019 00:39
Chatter on the Marlins pitching as spring training begins: If there's one reason to feel good about this rebuild, it's the starting pitching depth. The Marlins have four young …