Mets' Santana faces major league competition … PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — Thirteen still photographers lined up behind home plate as Johan Santana's familiar anthem “Smooth”, by the artist Carlos Santana, blared over the speakers at Digital Domain Park.  Then, after taking the requisite warm-up pitches …

Valentine trying to figure out role for Aceves  —  FORT MYERS, Fla. — It is one of the biggest dilemmas in camp for manager Bobby Valentine, and it was one that predecessor Terry Francona battled for a good chunk of last season.  —  Are the Red Sox better off with Alfredo Aceves in the rotation or the bullpen?

Casey: Closer's song remains the same  —  On March 13, the latest Dropkick Murphys album comes out: “Going Out In Style: Fenway Park Bonus Edition.”  —  But bassist and lead singer Ken Casey has something else on his mind.  He's traveling to Clearwater, Fla., to meet with his pal …

Righty Matt Garza's a rah dealer for Cubs  —  MESA, Ariz. — Friends of Matt Garza from his Tampa Bay days say there was a point last season when the up-tempo Cubs pitcher was disappointed, maybe even irritated, at being asked by the team to tone down his loud and hyperactive cheering and yelling …

Lee helps Phillies blank Blue Jays  —  Cliff Lee's first spring start went about as well as it could have.  —  He gave up two hits in two innings and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-0 Tuesday, putting to rest any concerns about an abdominal strain that briefly set him back at beginning of training camp.

Ramirez Homers, Marlins Beat Miami Hurricanes 7-6  —  MIAMI (AP) — For Hanley Ramirez, at least, the Miami Marlins' new home seems to be a hitter's park.  —  Ramirez hit the first home run for the Marlins in their new ballpark Tuesday night, and their split squad beat the Miami Hurricanes 7-6.

Fowler adds size for endurance, power  —  MESA, Ariz. — The seven pounds that Rockies center fielder Dexter Fowler added this offseason were to help with durability.  Playing in Coors Field's roomy outfield and stealing bases can cause much wear and tear.  —  Fowler did not show up with a goal of hitting home runs.

Danks fights location in spring debut  —  Lefty allows three runs on four hits and three walks in two frames  —  TEMPE, Ariz. — The Angels' starting lineup — led by Albert Pujols and Jorge Cantu — continued to produce on Tuesday, once again scoring early en route to a 6-2 win over the White Sox …

Winfree's homer a bright spot for D-backs  —  In spring debut, Saunders allows two runs in two-inning stint  —  SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — The Rangers jumped on D-backs starter Joe Saunders early and ended up cruising to a 16-3 win Tuesday afternoon at Salt River Fields.