Tag: Professional baseball
Nats release Jeffress for unspecified ‘personnel reasons’
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Jeremy Jeffress was released by the Washington Nationals on Sunday for what general manager Mike Rizzo called unspecified “personnel...
Cubs reliever Pedro Strop violates baseball’s COVID-19 rules
MESA, Ariz. — Chicago Cubs reliever Pedro Strop is away from the team after he violated baseball's COVID-19 protocols.
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Pirates acquire RHP Underwood in trade with Cubs
BRADENTON, Fla. — The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired right-hander Duane Underwood Jr. in a trade with the Chicago Cubs on Sunday.
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Felix Hernandez back on the mound, vying for spot with O’s
After a year away, Felix Hernández admittedly has some kinks to work out in his pursuit of a big league roster spot.
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Gary Sánchez impressing Yankees after miserable 2020
TAMPA, Fla. — Gary Sánchez has impressed the New York Yankees early on at spring training as the catcher strives to rebound from a...
Cora’s COVID message: Stay safe, your team needs you
Red Sox manager Alex Cora isn’t your usual Florida tourist.
“It’s...
Top picks Torkelson, Mize at the center of Detroit’s rebuild
DETROIT — Spencer Torkelson's spring training began with an early setback when he cut his finger.
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A’s third baseman Matt Chapman thrilled to be back on field
OAKLAND, Calif. — Matt Chapman lunged to his right for a diving stop on a sharp grounder by Kurt Suzuki, leapt to his feet...
Mariners hope to have unearthed pitching gem in Chris Flexen
This past offseason was not going to be the time the Seattle Mariners made a bevy of high-priced moves in free agency. Not with...
Mariners prospect Jarred Kelenic sidelined by knee strain
PEORIA, Ariz. — Seattle Mariners top prospect Jarred Kelenic will be sidelined due to a strained adductor muscle in his left knee.
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