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.

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.

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 …

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.

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.

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 …

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.

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.

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 …

A's keep Sogard, send down Rosales  —  SAN FRANCISCO — The Athletics trimmed their roster to 27 on Monday, sending infielder Adam Rosales to Triple-A Sacramento to get more at-bats.  Oakland needs to make two more moves to cut its roster down to 25 players by Wednesday's deadline.

Theo preaches patience in first year at helm  —  MESA, Ariz. — Theo Epstein has signed autographs, posed for pictures and received more than a few reminders about how long it's been since the Cubs won a World Series, and he's prepared for the inevitable “noise” from impatient fans.

Schafer testing left hand, wants to play opener  —  HOUSTON — Center fielder Jordan Schafer returned to the Astros' starting lineup for Tuesday night's exhibition game against the Chicago White Sox at Minute Maid Park.  —  Schafer had been sidelined for two weeks after injuring his left hand making a diving catch in the outfield.