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.

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 …

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.

‘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 …

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 …

Camp sites: Blue Jays Martin, Norris make cafe connection  —  DUNEDIN, Fla. - If Russell Martin just sat down while you were eating dinner at your local Whole Foods, how excited would you be?  —  Enough to call home?  —  “I called my mom after that and said, 'Mom, he is one of the most …

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 …

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 …

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.

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 …

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.

Alex Johnson dies at 72  —  DETROIT — Alex Johnson, who won the American League batting title with the then-California Angels in 1970, has died.  He was 72.  —  Alex Johnson Jr. said Wednesday that his father died Saturday of complications from prostate cancer.

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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.