'I wasn't surprised, I ain't mad,' Texans' Tytus Howard on trade to Browns as he agrees to three-year, $63 million deal  —  HOUSTON - The Texans traded a cornerstone of their offensive line for the second year in a row.  —  One year after trading five-time Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil …

Padres add veteran outfielder Alex Verdugo on a minor-league deal  —  The Padres' years-long flirtation with Alex Verdugo has finally resulted in his joining the organization.  —  He has a ways to go to join the major league team.  —  The left-handed-hitting outfielder has agreed …

Could Carroll be ready by Opening Day?  'Yeah, I'm pushing for it'  —  SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Fans of the Arizona Diamondbacks, who have had to endure a slew of bad injury news over the past 12 months, can take heart in this update: Outfielder Corbin Carroll appears on track to be ready for Opening Day.

Royals ace Cole Ragans makes spring proclamation: 'I'm healthy and I feel good'  —  AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom.  — Cole Ragans returned from rotator cuff strain and reports full health this spring.  — Ragans projects as the Royals' ace and key to the club's 2026 rotation success.

Could Braves' No. 2 prospect join MLB rotation sooner rather than later?  —  NORTH PORT, Fla. — JR Ritchie likely would benefit from at least another month or two of development at the Triple-A level.  But the strong impression he has made during his first two Grapefruit League appearances created reason …

Rays celebrate as Isaac returns to field — and singles — after brain surgery  —  PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. — There weren't many highlights for the Rays in a 12-3 loss to the Tigers on Saturday afternoon at Charlotte Sports Park, but Xavier Isaac provided one of the best moments of Spring Training in the eighth inning.

Detroit Tigers set 35-player roster for Dominican Republic showcase  —  PORT CHARLOTTE, FL - The Detroit Tigers are leaving the United States.  —  When the bus departs Monday, March 2, the Tigers will be on their way to the Dominican Republic for a two-game exhibition series Tuesday …

In L.A. and in Cooperstown, Freddie Freeman will forever be a Dodger, not a Brave  — 5 min Click here to listen to this article  — Freddie Freeman achieved a lot during his 12 years with the Atlanta Braves, but there's no question he has accomplished even more with the Dodgers.

Why Elly De La Cruz thought Kyle Schwarber to Reds was ‘done deal’ … GOODYEAR, AZ — Bryce Harper isn't the only one in baseball who thought a free agent marriage between the Cincinnati Reds and hometown slugger Kyle Schwarber was imminent over the winter.

Trio leaves Diamondbacks for WBC; Arizona shuts down Mariners  —  The first group of Diamondbacks taking part in the World Baseball Classic left the team's Salt River Fields facility on Friday, Feb. 27, manager Torey Lovullo said prior to his team's spring training game against the Seattle Mariners in Peoria.

Wayne Granger, former Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher, dies at 81  —  Reds Hall of Fame pitcher Wayne Granger, who posted a 2.92 ERA in 227 relief appearances for Cincinnati from 1969 to 1971, died Feb. 25.  He was 81.  —  Granger became the first pitcher to appear in 90 games in a single season when he did so for the Reds in 1969.

Witt goes to top as Royals test different lineups  —  AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom.  — Royals put Witt leadoff to boost at-bats ahead of his WBC duty.  — Witt's speed and 2024 batting title help create runs and stability.  — Spring lineup tests evaluate fit; Witt could start leadoff in season if needed.