Josh Hamilton's future rests with arbitrator as panel splits on rehab treatment  —  An arbitrator will have to break a split decision about how to handle Josh Hamilton.  —  A four-person panel, which was to determine whether the Angels outfielder should enter a rehabilitation program for substance abuse …

Hosmer, Morales, Rios Power Royals to 13-2 Win Over Rangers  —  SURPRISE, Ariz. — Eric Hosmer and Royals newcomers Kendrys Morales and Alex Rios hit consecutive first-inning homers, and AL champion Kansas City routed the Texas Rangers 13-2 on Wednesday in the spring training opener for both teams.

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.

Jose Quintana sharp for White Sox in Cactus opener  —  GLENDALE, Ariz. — Jose Quintana filled the strike zone 20 times with his first 26 pitches of the spring, retiring the Los Angeles Dodgers in order over two innings Wednesday at Camelback Ranch.  —  Quintana, being counted …

Upton Homers, Kemp Hitless in Padres Debuts  —  PEORIA, Ariz. — Justin Upton homered and Matt Kemp went hitless in three at-bats in their debuts with the San Diego Padres, a 4-3 loss to the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday.  —  Kemp and Upton, each two-time All-Stars, were two of the main acquisitions in a busy offseason for the Padres.

Arizona Diamondbacks ideal bullpen may wait until after Opening Day  —  Diamondbacks manager Chip Hale has an idea of who fits into his bullpen.  The problem is, most of those relievers are in the training room right now.  —  Only two healthy players are considered virtual locks for a spot …

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.

David Wright and Noah Syndergaard clear the air, Mets captain apologizes for chewing out pitcher in front of reporters  —  PORT ST. LUCIE — On Wednesday morning, David Wright apologized to Noah Syndergaard.  Wright was not sorry for the message he sent, just that he delivered it “within earshot,” of the press.

FOX Sports Wisconsin, Milwaukee Brewers announce 2015 TV schedule  —  FOX Sports Wisconsin and the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday announced a 150-game television schedule for the 2015 season.  FOX Sports Wisconsin will serve as the exclusive local television home for the Milwaukee Brewers.

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.

DENVER BRONCOS / NFL  —  PEYTON MANNING AGREES TO PAY CUT IN 2015, SAYS HE'S “EXCITED TO BE BACK”  —  After agreeing to a $4 million pay cut, Peyton Manning is back for his fourth season with the Broncos, 18th in the NFL.  —  “I don't talk about my contract.