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Ben Frederickson: Some teams already are clashing with MLB’s COVID protocols. The Cardinals shouldn’t be one.

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Astros boost rotation with Odorizzi’s late deal

Right-hander Jake Odorizzi and the Houston Astros have finalized a contract that guarantees $20.25 million over two years or $23.5 million over three seasons.

March 8, 2021, 7:18 PM

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Bradley joins Brewers as Cain faces quadriceps issue

The Milwaukee Brewers believe they have room for more than one Gold Glove center fielder in their outfield.

March 8, 2021, 7:05 PM

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MLB lefty Cormier, pitched in 1988, ’08 Olympics, dies at 53

Rheal Cormier, the durable left-hander who spent 16 seasons in the majors and remarkably pitched in the Olympics before and after his time in the big leagues, has died.

March 8, 2021, 6:26 PM

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Dieter Kurtenbach: Young Giants show that the rebuild will be worth the wait

Sports

Foltynewicz velo strong in All-Star’s fresh start with Texas

Former All-Star right-hander Mike Foltynewicz is rediscovering his velocity in spring training with the Texas Rangers.

March 8, 2021, 5:40 PM

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Patrick Reusse: JT Riddle could solve Twins’ search for infield depth

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White Sox 2B Madrigal progressing in his return from surgery

Healthy again after shoulder surgery, Nick Madrigal is looking to build on his impressive debut with the Chicago White Sox last summer.

March 8, 2021, 4:44 PM

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The defensively challenged Mets are racking up errors at an alarming rate in spring training

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Yankees think Gary Sanchez could have big year, scouts not convinced

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Arihara settles into 2nd start for Rangers, 3 solid innings

Kohei Arihara bounced back from a shaky spring training debut for the Texas Rangers, pitching three innings against the Chicago Cubs.

March 8, 2021, 3:38 PM

Baseball

The Phillies’ Spencer Howard dilemma is similar to what Archie Bradley faced four years ago

Sports

Youngsters Chisholm and Diaz battling for Marlins’ 2B job

Jazz Chisholm is competing with fellow prospect Isan Diaz for the second base job with the Miami Marlins.

March 8, 2021, 3:22 PM

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New SS Simmons finally in camp with Twins after travel delay

The Minnesota Twins have been eagerly anticipating the addition of shortstop Andrelton Simmons this season.

March 8, 2021, 2:08 PM

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Pedro Strop tested negative for COVID-19 and could be back at Chicago Cubs camp in a few days after violating protocols

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Dodgers’ Dave Roberts speaks out on surge of hate crimes against Asian Americans

Sports

Rays OF Arozarena, Pirates 3B Hayes among MLB’s top rookies

Tampa Bay outfielder Randy Arozarena and Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Ke’Bryan Hayes are among baseball’s top rookies heading into the 2021 season.

March 8, 2021, 11:59 AM

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All-Stars, Iowa cornfield, Arenado return spice MLB schedule

Baseball returns to a full schedule this year after last season was curtailed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

March 8, 2021, 11:55 AM

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Nats GM won’t say why Jeffress was cut, but not for on-field

Washington Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo has declined to specify why Jeremy Jeffress was released by the team.

March 8, 2021, 10:57 AM

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John Romano: Something about his fastball means he’s no ordinary Joe

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Paul Sullivan: Jake Arrieta’s return to the Chicago Cubs conjures memories of Fergie Jenkins in the 1980s. Can Arrieta delay Father Time a few more years?