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ESPN - 16 Mar 2022 22:24
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First baseman Anthony Rizzo reportedly agrees to two-year deal with Yankees
NY Daily News - 16 Mar 2022 05:55Steinbrenner: Not in a spending war with Mets
ESPN - 16 Mar 2022 23:05
The Yankees' Hal Steinbrenner said he will continue to field a "championship caliber team" every year and not worry about spending by other teams, especially the Mets. "We're in different leagues, but to a certain extent...
What's next for Fernando Tatis Jr.? How injury impacts his season, contract and the Padres
ESPN - 16 Mar 2022 04:37
San Diego's shortstop arrived at spring training with an unexpected wrist injury. Here's what it means for the superstar and his team.
Sources: Gold Glove P Greinke heading to KC
ESPN - 16 Mar 2022 23:22
Former Cy Young pitcher Zack Greinke has agreed to a deal that will reunite him with the Kansas City Royals, sources confirm to ESPN's Jeff Passan.
Injury delays debut for O's rookie C Rutschman
ESPN - 16 Mar 2022 23:02
The Baltimore Orioles say rookie catcher Adley Rutschman likely won't be ready to debut in the April 8 opener after he injured his right triceps Friday in a minor league intrasquad game.
Baseball is back! What we're most excited to see this MLB season
ESPN - 16 Mar 2022 13:49
From an extra-special Jackie Robinson Day to teams giving their fans new hope, we're doubling down on optimism after a dark winter.
Jeff McNeil will play second base over Robinson Cano 'majority' of the time, Buck Showalter says
NY Daily News - 16 Mar 2022 01:11KC trades LHP Minor to Reds for reliever Garrett
ESPN - 16 Mar 2022 21:46
The Kansas City Royals sent LHP Mike Minor to Cincinnati in exchange for left-handed reliever Amir Garrett.
Flaherty, Reyes not likely ready for Cards' opener
ESPN - 16 Mar 2022 21:13
The St. Louis Cardinals will likely have to go without Jack Flaherty and Alex Reyes for their opener April 7 against the Pittsburgh Pirates, as both pitchers are struggling with shoulder issues.
Hal Steinbrenner says he embraces the Mets' new swagger
NY Daily News - 16 Mar 2022 20:51
Cohen's big spending doesn't influence his crosstown rival, Hal Steinbrenner said Wednesday.
Mayor Adams signals willingness to scrap COVID vaccine rule for NYC sports players: 'We are going to work this out'
NY Daily News - 16 Mar 2022 20:38
"We are going to continue to peel back," Adams said at an unrelated press conference in Queens when asked how much longer he plans to bar unvaccinated players on city sports teams from playing at their home stadiums.
Grades: Kyle Schwarber could make all the difference for Phillies' playoff hopes
ESPN - 16 Mar 2022 20:31
What Schwarber means for Philly's outfield could get the team back to October.
Braves re-sign NLCS MVP Rosario to 2-year deal
ESPN - 16 Mar 2022 19:21
The Braves re-signed outfielder Eddie Rosario to a two-year, $18 million contract on Wednesday.
Sources: Phils land Schwarber to bolster lineup
ESPN - 16 Mar 2022 19:10
The Philadelphia Phillies have reached an agreement to sign free-agent slugger Kyle Schwarber, sources confirmed to ESPN's Jeff Passan.
MLB drops regular COVID tests; can move games
ESPN - 16 Mar 2022 19:05
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.
Trade grades: Why Matt Chapman could make Blue Jays the team to beat in AL East
ESPN - 16 Mar 2022 19:04
After dealing for Oakland's star third baseman, Toronto's infield is loaded. Does it move them to the top of a powerhouse division?
Sox ace Sale (rib cage) to miss start of season
ESPN - 16 Mar 2022 18:34
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.
A's continue purge, trade Chapman to Blue Jays
ESPN - 16 Mar 2022 18:01
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.
Fantasy baseball impact of the Matt Chapman trade
ESPN - 16 Mar 2022 17:57
Tristan H. Cockcroft explains the fantasy impact of the deal sending the third baseman from the Oakland Athletics to the Toronto Blue Jays.
Source: Cubs, Suzuki agree to 5-year, $85M deal
ESPN - 16 Mar 2022 17:54
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.
Yankees' Aaron Judge Sets a Deadline for His Future
The New York Times - 16 Mar 2022 17:27
The slugging outfielder wants to stay with the team that drafted him, but he does not want to talk about a contract extension once the season begins.