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Michael Vega / Boston Globe:
Surgery for Bailey; he's out 3-4 months — WASHINGTON - Red Sox closer Andrew Bailey will have reconstructive surgery on his right thumb Wednesday in Cleveland and will be out 3-4 months, the team announced Tuesday. — Bailey was examined by team doctors Monday in Boston, then by Dr. Thomas Graham Tuesday in Cleveland.
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baseballmusings.com and The Soxaholix
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Peter Abraham / Boston Globe:
Surgery for Bailey on Wednesday — This release from the Red Sox: … Jarrod Saltamacchia had that surgery near the end of the 2010 season. The surgery typically takes 3-4 months of recovery time. Given that Bailey is a pitcher, it could be longer given that he would need time to rebuild his arm strength and regain his command.
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Over the Monster and Fox Sports
Jane Lee / MLB.com:
Cain sharp in last exhibition start — OAKLAND — The Giants sealed an exhibition series victory over the cross-Bay rival A's on Tuesday with their second straight win against the green and gold, a 3-2 decision at the Oakland Coliseum. — Baseball's richest right-hander, Matt Cain …
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Hardball Times
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Associated Press:
Cain Delivers for Giants to Cap Unbeaten Spring — OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Matt Cain's job stability is now in excellent shape for years to come. On Tuesday night, he pitched with a clear mind. — Cain struck out six in five innings to cap an unbeaten spring, delivering in a 3-2 victory …
Joe Smith / Tampa Bay Times:
Tufano family to sue Tampa Bay Rays' Matt Bush, Brandon Guyer for $5 million apiece — PORT CHARLOTTE — The family of the victim in a hit-and-run case that resulted in DUI charges against Rays minor-league pitcher Matt Bush began the process of filing a civil suit in Charlotte County against Bush and outfielder Brandon Guyer.
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HardballTalk and SI Tracking Blog
Jordan Bastian / MLB.com:
Asdrubal signs two-year extension with Tribe — CLEVELAND — The Indians believe they have entered a period of contention that can be sustained at least over the next few seasons. Cleveland wanted to make sure that shortstop Asdrubal Cabrera continued to provide an anchor to its offensive core.
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Yahoo! Sports and HardballTalk
Aaron Gleeman / HardballTalk:
Nationals demote left-hander John Lannan and his $5 million salary to the minor leagues — UPDATE: It's official, according to MLB.com's Bill Ladson. Lannan has been optioned to Triple-A Syracuse and Detwiler will open the year as the Nationals' fifth starter.
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Amazin' Avenue, Washington Post, Federal Baseball and Yahoo! Sports
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Adam Kilgore / Washington Post:
Nationals will option John Lannan, Ross Detwiler likely the Nationals fifth starter
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Baseball Nation and Nats Enquirer
Slate:
Moneyball Takes Manhattan — Why moving to New York would be good for the Oakland A's, and good for baseball. — When the Oakland A's hold their home opener on Friday night, fans will see a very different team than the one that took the field last fall. General manager Billy Beane disposed …
Discussion:
baseballmusings.com
Richard Justice / MLB.com:
Marlins Park a work of art in every facet — MIAMI — It's an incredibly cozy place to watch a baseball game. Yes, Marlins Park is visually striking, with its glass and steel and lean contemporary design. It's a delight to the senses, with splashes of color, displays of artwork and bounties of regional food and drink.
Discussion:
baseballmusings.com
Mark Gonzales / Boston Herald:
White Sox' lineup becoming clearer — HOUSTON — The Chicago White Sox lineup is falling into place as the club gets closer to Friday's opener against the Rangers in Arlington, Texas. — Manager Robin Ventura said Tuesday night Brent Morel likely would hit second in the batting order …
Discussion:
South Side Sox and Los Angeles Times
Fox Sports:
Which division is the best in baseball? — For years, it has been one of the most obvious statements in North American professional sports. — The American League East is the best division in baseball. — An AL East team has advanced to the World Series in 10 of 17 seasons since the strike …
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Over the Monster
Steve Gilbert / MLB.com:
Hart collects pair of hits in spring debut — PHOENIX — A four-run eighth inning propelled the D-backs past the Brewers, 5-3, on Tuesday night in front of 14,270 at Chase Field. — The Brewers carried a 3-1 lead into the eighth as both teams began to put in their Minor League players.
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AZ Snake Pit and Brew Crew Ball
