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New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez entering a pivotal season — TAMPA, Fla. — Yankees Universe will quickly recall Gary Sanchez's lost 2018 season, but the catcher has dropped it from memory. — “There's no reason to keep dwelling on the past, or that year,” said Sanchez, speaking through an interpreter on Thursday.
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Yankees bring Pat Roessler back into the fold after veteran hitting coach was dumped by the Mets — TAMPA - The Yankees are bringing Pat Roessler home. The former Mets hitting coach was unexpectedly fired last November, shortly after the team hired new GM Brodie Van Wagenen.
Coley Harvey / ESPN:
Jordan Montgomery's goal? To be the Yankees' second-half splash — TAMPA, Fla. — Since Jordan Montgomery learned last May he would be shut down to undergo Tommy John surgery, the New York Yankees starting pitcher has had one goal: to get back for the second half.
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Eduardo A. Encina / Tampa Bay Times:
Don't count the Yankees out on Manny Machado, Bryce Harper until they sign elsewhere
Don't count the Yankees out on Manny Machado, Bryce Harper until they sign elsewhere
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Kristie Ackert / New York Daily News:
Why Yankees believe Gary Sanchez will rebound from ugly season
Why Yankees believe Gary Sanchez will rebound from ugly season
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Kristie Ackert / New York Daily News:
Gary Sanchez isn't going anywhere
Kristie Ackert / New York Daily News:
Miguel Andujar impresses Yankees with how he attacked his defensive flaws during the offseason
Mark Fischer / Baltimore Sun:
Manny Machado already has a seat waiting for him in White Sox clubhouse
Manny Machado already has a seat waiting for him in White Sox clubhouse
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James Wagner / Boston Globe:
Yankees enter spring training with a bitter taste and high expectations
Yankees enter spring training with a bitter taste and high expectations
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Chuck Schilken / Los Angeles Times:
Trevor Bauer accuses Indians of ‘character assassination’ during arbitration hearing — All-Star pitcher Trevor Bauer won his salary arbitration hearing with the Cleveland Indians this week, getting a $7-million raise over last year, but said Thursday he's unhappy with the way he was treated toward the end of the process.
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Trevor Bauer accuses Cleveland Indians of ‘character assassination’ during arbitration hearing — Starting pitcher Trevor Bauer has accused the Cleveland Indians of ‘character assassination’ during their arbitration hearing. — CLEVELAND — Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Trevor Bauer …
Rick Hummel / St. Louis Post-Dispatch:
Mayers, a ‘reliever of the day,’ offers flexibility to Shildt — JUPITER, Fla. • Manager Mike Shildt has taken to discussing the “reliever of the day,” relative to the volume of potential relievers in the Cardinals' bullpen. The topic du jour Thursday was Mike Mayers …
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Column: Angry over Cubs' Sinclair TV plan? Be thankful for The Score's Pat Hughes and Ron Coomer — Photos of the Cubs at spring training at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., before the 2019 season. — Chicago Tribune — Pat Hughes and Ron Coomer's Cubs broadcasts on WSCR-AM 670 will remain as free as sunshine and a summer breeze.
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Updates from Cubs spring training: Carl Edwards Jr. and Tyler Chatwood out to improve control on rainy day — Photos of the Cubs at spring training at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., before the 2019 season. — Chicago Tribune — Rain is in the forecast for most of the day Thursday as the Cubs continue to work in spring training.
Jeff Wilson / Fort Worth Star-Telegram:
Rangers' farm should be gaining steam after 2018 trades, but one publication disagrees — The fine people at Baseball America have revealed their annual rankings of the best farm systems in the game, and the Texas Rangers, after a bevy of trades designed to restock the prospect pool …
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The Mets are hoping Jason Vargas can bounce back in 2019, recapture All-Star form — PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — Jason Vargas doesn't have to worry about his job security. — Despite Vargas' rough 2018 season and the acquisition of several young starters the team likes, Vargas' spot in the rotation …
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Anthony Fenech / Detroit Free Press:
Detroit Tigers spring training: Who are these fresh-faced pitchers? — LAKELAND, Fla. — The first thing you noticed when walking into the Detroit Tigers' clubhouse at Joker Marchant Stadium on Wednesday was a sign displaying the team's intentions to win the World Series
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Chris Thomas / Detroit Free Press:
Detroit Tigers' talent level hits 12-year high as rebuild continues
Detroit Tigers' talent level hits 12-year high as rebuild continues
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Gabe Lacques / USA Today:
MLB teams live in fear of the ‘albatross’ contract. Yet such situations are largely a myth. — As unemployed superstars Bryce Harper and Manny Machado remain on their off-season grinds at undisclosed, poorly-lit indoor locations, the rest of Major League Baseball has reported for business …
The Amazon Blog:
Update on plans for New York City headquarters — After much thought and deliberation, we've decided not to move forward with our plans to build a headquarters for Amazon in Long Island City, Queens. For Amazon, the commitment to build a new headquarters requires positive …
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Bob Brookover / The Charlotte Observer:
Gabe Kapler 2.0: More boundaries and more pressure for Phillies manager — It is way too late to say the honeymoon is over because that ended before Gabe Kapler managed his first game in Philadelphia. By the time he got to Citizens Bank Park following the Phillies' season-opening road trip …
Courier-Journal:
Brewers trying to keep rival Cubs fans out of Miller Park again — The Milwaukee Brewers have made it clear: They would prefer the least amount of Chicago Cubs fans to fill Miller Park as possible. — In a statement released Wednesday, the Brewers announced presale tickets for their 10 home dates …
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Associated Press:
After getting big deal, Aaron Nola ready to chase titles with Phillies — CLEARWATER, Fla. — Aaron Nola hopes to win titles with the Philadelphia Phillies, and a four-year, $45 million contract will give him a chance. — “This is pretty surreal and special for me,” the pitcher said Thursday, a day after agreeing to the deal.
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John Fay / Cincinnati.com:
Cincinnati Reds' Curt Casali had surgery in October, expects to be ready for Opening Day — This is the second time having hip surgery for Cincinnati Reds catcher Curt Casali. Dr. J.W. Thomas Byrd repaired Casali's right hip in 2017. (Photo11: Aaron Gash, AP)
Jesse Yomtov / USA Today:
Jacob deGrom's Cy Young award was damaged and the Mets are sending it back — Jacob deGrom discusses his contract talks with the Mets — Mets ace Jacob deGrom's historic 2018 campaign earned him the National League Cy Young, but the award's physical manifestation was a disappointment when it arrived.