Patriots will still trade Jimmy Garoppolo if the offer is right, source says  —  INDIANAPOLIS - The Patriots will still trade Jimmy Garoppolo if the offer is right, a league source told cleveland.com.  —  “Everything is still on the table,” the source said.

White Sox Request Release Waivers On Brett Lawrie  —  In a surprising move, the White Sox announced on Friday that they've requested release waivers on infielder Brett Lawrie.  Assuming Lawrie clears waivers — a fair bet, given his $3.5MM salary for the 2017 season — he'll become a free agent upon clearing in 48 hours.

Major League Baseball's new intentional walk rule comes into effect  —  Major League Baseball and the players' association announced their agreement on pitchless intentional walks, and the change took effect with exhibition games starting Thursday.  —  If a manager signals the plate umpire …

Wainwright gives prospect Sherriff a license to drive  —  St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Ryan Sherriff throws from the bullpen mound during St. Louis Cardinals spring training on Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2017, at Roger Dean Stadium in Jupiter, Fla. Photo by Chris Lee, clee@post-dispatch.com

Game report: Reds 6, Cubs 2  —  GOODYEAR, Ariz. - The Cincinnati Reds scored their first win of Cactus League play Thursday, beating the World Series champion Chicago Cubs 6-2 at Goodyear Ballpark.  —  The Reds had a 4-0 lead after sixth but risked losing it in the seventh.

Pirates' Kang Jung-ho receives suspended sentence over DUI charge  —  Pittsburgh Pirates' third baseman Kang Jung-ho received a suspended sentence Friday for driving under the influence of alcohol.  —  The Seoul Central District Court sentenced Kang to eight months in prison …

Red Sox lefty David Price to get second opinion on sore elbow  —  Boston Red Sox left-hander David Price underwent an MRI exam on Wednesday and intends to get a second opinion, manager John Farrell said Thursday.  —  Price has been experiencing soreness in his left elbow and forearm, Farrell said.

David Dahl's back issues more serious than Rockies originally thought  —  The 22-year-old hit .315 with seven home runs in 63 games last season.  —  SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — The back issues keeping David Dahl off the field and in the training room during spring training are more serious than the Rockies first thought.

Fox Sports Sun to televise 150 Rays games; 7 won't be on TV  —  Fox Sports Sun announced plans Thursday to televise its usual 150 Rays games, and the return of pre- and post-game host Rich Hollenberg to complete its crew for the upcoming seaoson.  —  With three games set for national coverage on FS1 …

Inside Baseball with Jon Heyman: Predicting Harper's market early  —  WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. - Whether he hits the magical $400 million or $500 million mark, Bryce Harper appears on track to set a contract record when he signs his next deal.  While folks have almost written off the Nationals …

Can Blake Snell save the Rays draft class of 2011?  —  PORT CHARLOTTE — Blake Snell showed enough promise during an overall inconsistent rookie season for the Rays to feel good he can soon become the front-of-rotation starter they envisioned.  —  But can he win enough to salvage their entire 2011 draft class?

Cowboys talking extensions for Scott Linehan, Rod Marinelli  —  INDIANAPOLIS — The Dallas Cowboys are in discussions with coordinators Scott Linehan and Rod Marinelli regarding contract extensions, according to multiple sources.  —  After the Cowboys' 12-4 finish in 2014 …