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2:55 PM ET, February 19, 2018

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Tom Schad / USA Today:
Kevin Kiermaier slams Rays for latest roster moves  —  Tampa Bay Rays center fielder Kevin Kiermaier isn't happy about the series of roster moves that the organization made over the weekend, and he didn't try to disguise those feelings Monday morning.  —  “I am 100 percent frustrated …
Discussion: DRaysBay and Tampa Bay Times
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ESPN:
Kevin Kiermaier on Rays' recent moves: ‘I am 100 percent frustrated and very upset’  —  Kevin Kiermaier sounded off on the Tampa Bay Rays' recent roster moves, saying he is “100 percent frustrated and very upset” by the team's decisions to part ways with All-Star outfielder Corey Dickerson and veteran pitcher Jake Odorizzi.
Discussion: Tampa Bay Times
Marc Topkin / Tampa Bay Times:
Kevin Kiermaier sounds off on Rays' weekend moves: ‘I am 100 percent frustrated and very upset’
Discussion: FanRag Sports
Tampa Bay Times:   Sports Day Tampa Bay podcast: Goodbye, Jake Odorizzi and Corey Dickerson
Marc Topkin / Tampa Bay Times:   Don't like Rays moves? You've got company in Longo
New York Daily News:
MLB limits mound visits, decides against pitch clock for 2018  —  Major League Baseball imposed stricter limits on mound visits by players in an effort to speed up games but decided against 20-second pitch clocks for 2018.  —  After more than a year of negotiations, the Major League Baseball …
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USA Today:
MLB: No pitch clock in 2018, but mound visits, warm-up times limited  —  Major League Baseball and the MLB Players' Association reached agreement on pace-of-play initiatives that will not include a pitch clock, ending a year of tension since Commissioner Rob Manfred indicated a strong preference to cut down average time of games.
Pete Caldera / Daily Record:
Yankees GM Brian Cashman: ‘I need another ring’  —  TAMPA, Fla. — The ring's the thing.  —  “Find a way to win the next one,” Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said on Monday morning, as his club's first full-squad workout began.  “I need another ring.”
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John Harper / New York Daily News:   Yankees' Gary Sanchez needs to continue to put in the work for him to be great on both sides of the ball
Mike Mazzeo / New York Daily News:   Brian Cashman makes Yankees' 2018 goal clear: ‘I need another ring’
John Fay / Cincinnati.com:
Cincinnati Reds: Robert Stephenson and Sal Romano, friends off the field, competitors on it  —  GOODYEAR, Ariz. — Robert Stephenson and Sal Romano are taking that friendly competition thing to a new level.  They aren't tossing darts or playing 18 holes for bragging rights.
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Zach Buchanan / Cincinnati.com:   Cincinnati Reds notes: Billy Hamilton unfazed by trade speculation
John Fay / Cincinnati.com:   Cincinnati Reds: Joey Votto says things need to turn around.
Jerry CrasnickESPN Senior / ESPN:
For Dodgers and Indians, spring training is about turning the page from postseason heartache  —  GOODYEAR, Ariz. — The morning after the Cleveland Indians fell to the New York Yankees in the American League Division Series, general manager Mike Chernoff's fatherly duties took …
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Associated Press:
Astros closer Giles working to ensure he's around to finish
Discussion: MLB Baseball News …
Andy McCullough / Los Angeles Times:
Dodgers All-Star Cody Bellinger plans to avoid a sophomore slump
Discussion: DodgerBlue.com
Mark Gonzales / Chicago Tribune:
Back to business for Cubs, Tom Ricketts; Anthony Rizzo returns to camp  —  Chicago Tribune  —  Monday marks the first full-squad workout for the Chicago Cubs, but there will be two significant developments.  —  First, Chairman Tom Ricketts is scheduled to address the team prior to the workout.
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Associated Press:   Cubs' Rizzo rejoins team after mournful Florida trip
Paul Sullivan / Chicago Tribune:
Column: Anthony Rizzo's words carry more weight than ever
Discussion: MLB Baseball News …
Dayn Perry / CBSSports.com:
Eric Hosmer fallout: Padres reportedly getting trade calls on Hunter Renfroe  —  There's now a crowded outfield in San Diego  —  The recent signing of Eric Hosmer by the Padres pushed Wil Myers to the outfield.  That, in turn, has left San Diego with an overcrowded outfield situation …
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Mike Axisa / CBSSports.com:
Padres sign Eric Hosmer: What it means for Hosmer, Padres, Royals and Red Sox
Rustin Dodd / Kansas City Star:   In looking for Hosmer replacement, Royals signal coming rebuild
Detroit Free Press:
Detroit Tigers' Miguel Cabrera: 'I'm just here to play baseball'  —  The Detroit Tigers pitchers and catchers reported for the first day on the Spring Training season at Publix Field at Joker Merchant Stadium in Lakeland FL.  Wednesday February 14, 2018.  Kirthmon F. Dozier Detroit Free Press Wochit
ESPN:
Veteran reliever Peter Moylan agrees to deal to return to Braves  —  The Atlanta Braves have reached a deal with veteran reliever Peter Moylan, a source told ESPN's Jerry Crasnick.  —  Moylan, 39, tied for the American League lead with 79 appearances last season for the Kansas City Royals and had a 3.49 ERA in 59 1/3 innings.
Discussion: MLB Baseball News …
Chris Kuc / Chicago Tribune:
‘Old’ Avisail Garcia expects another big season for White Sox  —  Chicago Tribune  —  Avisail Garcia scanned the clubhouse on the day the White Sox's full squad was required to report to spring training at Camelback Ranch and looked a bit shocked.  —  “Everybody is 22, 21, 20,” Garcia said Monday.
Nick Piecoro / Arizona Republic:
Arizona Diamondbacks: Spring Training 2018 … The Diamondbacks' first full squad workout of the spring might not have included their full squad.  Not if CEO Derrick Hall is correct about the work his front office has left before Opening Day.  —  “I don't think we're done by any means right now,” Hall said Monday morning.
Rich CiminiESPN / ESPN:
Jets poised to reboot at QB, with Kirk Cousins their focal point  —  With free agency approaching (March 14), we're analyzing each position on the New York Jets' roster and examining possible upgrades:  —  Position: Quarterback  —  2018 cap hits of top returnees:  —  Pending free agents: Josh McCown
Mike Mazzeo / New York Daily News:
Why some think center field prospect Estevan Florial could be next great Yankee and team isn't looking to deal him  —  TAMPA — Even though he's still early in his development, many baseball people already foresee Estevan Florial as the next great Yankee, a toolsy 20-year-old center fielder with 30-30 potential.
Matt Ehalt / Daily Record:
Mets to play first Grapefruit League Friday against Miami  —  Report dates during spring training have become less important during the years as players have often arrived to camp early.  Most of the Mets' position players were already here in Port St. Lucie, Fla. before they officially had to report this past Saturday.
Rick Hummel / St. Louis Post-Dispatch:
Flaherty to start Cards' exhibition opener  —  JUPITER, Fla.  • Jack Flaherty, one of the Cardinals' top pitching prospects, started the final game of the regular season last year.  This year, he will start the first exhibition game on Friday here against the Miami Marlins.
 
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Chris Tillman, Orioles agree to reunite on a one-year deal
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Steve Adams / MLB Trade Rumors:
Orioles Sign Alex Presley To Minor League Deal
Discussion: MLB Daily Dish
Rick Hummel / St. Louis Post-Dispatch:
Motte is back; his old number (30) awaits
Jeff Wilson / Fort Worth Star-Telegram:
Beltre believes Rangers should add top free agents
Mike Mazzeo / New York Daily News:
Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton in same batting practice hitting group Monday at Yankees spring training
Chris Kuc / Chicago Tribune:
Hair today, gone tomorrow? White Sox's Jose Abreu could be headed for a trim
Evan Grant / Dallas Morning News:
The Rangers once again search for a closer. This is — theoretically — the best fit.
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Bill Baer / NBCSports.com:
Angels sign Chris Carter to minor league contract
Rick Hummel / St. Louis Post-Dispatch:
JUPITER, Fla.  • Is Matt Carpenter the first baseman or the third baseman? …
Derrick Goold / St. Louis Post-Dispatch:
Cardinals notebook: Cards embrace tradition
Discussion: Viva El Birdos
Jorge Castillo / Chicago Tribune:
Bryan Harper, Bryce's older brother, is out to make a name for himself with Nationals
Mark Gonzales / Chicago Tribune:
Ben Zobrist feels good about his health, Cubs' chances
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Josh Harrison wants to win, no matter what team he's playing on
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Red Sox re-sign Eduardo Nunez for infield insurance
 

 
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