Andrus signs through 2018...rest up in the air  —  The Rangers have reached an agreement with Elvis Andrus through at least 2018.  An announcement is expected later this week after Andrus completes his physical.  The contract extension is for eight years but Andrus can be a free agent after four years.

Ludwick exits with dislocated right shoulder  —  CINCINNATI — The Reds' regular season already suffered its first casualty during Monday afternoon's season opener vs. the Angels as left fielder Ryan Ludwick exited with a dislocated right shoulder.  He is scheduled to undergo an MRI on Tuesday to determine the extent of the injury.

Hahn rejects Danks health issue  —  John Danks said he will return to Arizona to continue his rehabilitation from left shoulder surgery and pitch in a minor league game Thursday.  —  That should be perceived as a sign that Danks hasn't suffered a setback in his recovery …

Colorado Rockies' bullpen meltdown dooms opening day loss to Brewers  —  MILWAUKEE — Time begins on opening day.  And it also stops hearts.  In a fascinating afternoon, the Rockies featured hints of redemption and a chilling failure of execution by the bullpen in a 5-4 walkoff, 10th-inning loss to the Brewers at Miller Park.

Final Score: Mets 11 Padres 2  —  The Mets (1-0) beat the Padres (0-1) by the score of 11-2 this afternoon in Citi Field.  —  The Least You Should Know: … To get a full recap and complete boxscore, go here on SNY.TV.  —  Matthew Cerrone, MetsBlog.com:  —  Wow, I mean, you can't ask for a better Opening Day game to watch.

Felix gives Jaso timely gift for catching perfect game  —  John Jaso shows off his new Rolex watch, a thank-you gift from Mariners ace Felix Hernandez.  (Janie McCauley/AP)  —  OAKLAND — No matter how A's catcher John Jaso fared at the plate against Felix Hernandez on Monday night …

The future begins now for prospect Hicks  —  MINNEAPOLIS — Top prospect Aaron Hicks made his Twins debut on Monday, starting in center field and batting leadoff against the Tigers.  —  Hicks, the No. 98 overall prospect according to MLB.com, made the team after an impressive Spring Training.

Clayton Kershaw homers, tosses shutout to lead Dodgers past Giants  —  LOS ANGELES — Clayton Kershaw launched his first career home run to break a scoreless tie in the eighth inning, then finished off a four-hitter Monday that led the Los Angeles Dodgers over the San Francisco Giants 4-0 on opening day.

Soriano leading way for Cubs ... for now  —  Epstein won't rule out possibility of trading veteran outfielder … PITTSBURGH — Alfonso Soriano made it through another offseason without being traded and now is expected to lead a rebuilding team into the 2013 season.

Sale Outpitches Shields, White Sox Beat Royals 1-0  —  CHICAGO (AP) — Chris Sale outpitched James Shields, Tyler Flowers homered and the Chicago White Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 1-0 in the season opener on Monday.  —  The White Sox believe they're in position to make a run …

Braves Hit 3 Homers Off Hamels, Beat Phillies 7-5  —  ATLANTA (AP) — Freddie Freeman drove in three runs with three hits, including the first of three Atlanta home runs Monday night, and the Braves beat Cole Hamels and the Philadelphia Phillies 7-5 on opening day.

Let the youngsters play  —  NEW YORK  —  I'm rooting for Red Sox left fielder Jackie Bradley Jr. to get off to a hot start, just like I'm rooting for Marlins right-hander Jose Fernandez and Twins center fielder Aaron Hicks to do the same.  —  All three are rookies, and all three could …