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Billy Bean / MLB.com:
Inclusion is about everyone, even those who might disagree with the message — MLB ambassador for inclusion Billy Bean discusses his visit to Mets Spring Training after sharing his message and taking part in team drills — Tuesday was one of the more compelling days I've had since being named MLB's Ambassador of Inclusion.
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Mike Vorkunov / New Jersey Online:
Mets ask Billy Bean to suit up, but how do players feel about gay player in baseball?
Mets ask Billy Bean to suit up, but how do players feel about gay player in baseball?
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Jesse Sanchez / MLB.com:
Right-hander works two innings against teammates — Robin Ventura and Jeff Samardzija share their thoughts on the White Sox first intrasquad game this spring and starting Cactus League play — GLENDALE, Ariz. — It was business as usual for right-hander Jeff Samardzija in Tuesday's intrasquad game …
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Daryl Van Schouwen / Chicago:
Jose Quintana sharp for White Sox in Cactus opener
Jose Quintana sharp for White Sox in Cactus opener
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Darren Rovell / MLB:
Diamondbacks offer Churro Dog — The Arizona Diamondbacks are going to try to top the success of last year's 18-inch bacon-and-cheese stuffed corn dog by offering a dessert. — Team president and CEO Derrick Hall told ESPN.com on Tuesday that the team's star concession item this year will be a Churro Dog.
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Alden Gonzalez / MLB.com:
One of few players without an agent, closer negotiating extension with Angels by himself — Huston Street talks about his experiences representing himself in contract negotiations as he enters the final year of his current deal — TEMPE, Ariz. — There's an old saying …
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Associated Press:
Andrus: I took this offseason more seriously — SURPRISE, Ariz. — Elvis Andrus is an old-timer with the Texas Rangers, even though he is only 26 years old and just getting started on a big contract extension he signed two years ago. — With 914 total games since making his major league debut …
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Associated Press:
Goldschmidt Back, De La Rosa Debuts as D-Backs Beat Rockies — SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Paul Goldschmidt walked and struck out in his first major league action since a broken hand cut short his 2014 season, and the Arizona Diamondbacks' beat the Colorado Rockies 6-2 Wednesday.
Todd Zolecki / MLB.com:
‘Nobody’ at camp last year, righty aims to lock up No. 5 spot in Phils' rotation — David Buchanan filled in admirably for the Phillies in 2014 but is expected to take a step back after posting a 3.75 ERA across 117.2 frames — CLEARWATER, Fla. — Phillies right-hander David Buchanan …
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David Just / Chicago:
Cubs considered playing a season at Milwaukee's Miller Park — In light of yet another delay to the Wrigley Field renovation project, Cubs president of business operations Crane Kenney said Wednesday that the team considered playing a full season in Milwaukee.
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Bob Klapisch / NorthJersey.com:
It's time to give Alex Rodriguez a chance — TAMPA, Fla. - Let's put aside our prejudices and biases about Alex Rodriguez, both for and against, and start over. Whether you consider him a snake or a victim, a liar or someone who got swallowed up in a self-created jail, it's time to measure A-Rod anew.
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Adam McCalvy / MLB.com:
Lohse starting Thursday's Cactus League tilt, in line for April 6 assignment — Kyle Lohse is a consistent veteran who has enjoyed a late-career run of reliability, posting a 3.28 ERA from 2011-14 due to elite control — PHOENIX — The Brewers offered a clue about their Opening Day plans …
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Joe Kapp / CBS Pittsburgh:
Insider Ed Bouchette: Steelers Have Some Tough Decisions To Make — PITTSBURGH (93-7 The Fan) - Post-Gazette Steelers Insider Ed Bouchette joined “The Cook and Poni Show” Tuesday to discuss the latest with the Pittsburgh Steelers. — The biggest move yesterday was the one the Steelers …
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Mark Bowman / MLB.com:
Braves' top prospect has backer in manager Gonzalez — Fredi Gonzalez discusses how much playing time Braves top prospect Jose Peraza might see during Spring Training and his expected role in ‘15 — LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — Now that the Braves’ coaching staff has had a chance …
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Associated Press:
Howard Gets 2 Hits in Spring Opener; Phils Tie Yanks 5-5 — CLEARWATER, Fla. — Newly trim Ryan Howard singled in his first two at-bats of spring training, and the Philadelphia Phillies tied the New York Yankees 5-5 Wednesday in their spring training opener.
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