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Time running out for Webb, D-backs

3 hours 24 min ago
While not ruling it out, D-backs manager A.J. Hinch said the likelihood of ace Brandon Webb starting the season on the disabled list is growing.

Helton, Rox agree to two-year extension

4 hours 21 min ago
The Rockies announced Thursday that they have agreed to a two-year extension with Todd Helton that will keep the first baseman under contract with Colorado through 2013.

'No regrets': Giles calls it a career

4 hours 43 min ago
Brian Giles' right knee didn't feel right, so the veteran outfielder did what felt right. Giles, 39, announced his retirement Thursday morning, a month after having signed a Minor League contract with the Dodgers in hopes of resuscitating an All-Star career.

Soriano making strides for Rays

5 hours 25 min ago
Rays relievers Rafael Soriano and J.P. Howell have not yet appeared in any Spring Training games, but they're getting closer.

Inge returns to Tigers lineup Saturday

5 hours 42 min ago
Brandon Inge will return to third base for the Tigers on Saturday when they host the Yankees in a split-squad game at Joker Marchant Stadium, manager Jim Leyland announced Thursday.

Hanrahan doubtful for Opening Day

5 hours 55 min ago
Despite Joel Hanrahan's continued progress on the road back from a right elbow injury, it does not appear as if there will be enough time for the righty to be ready for the Pirates' April 5 opener against the Dodgers.

Reyes prescribed rest, likely out for opener

6 hours 17 min ago
Mets shortstop Jose Reyes will rest, refrain from athletic activity and make changes in his diet, according to the treatment prescribed by doctors and specialists, the Mets announced on Thursday.

Jennings likely out rest of spring

6 hours 25 min ago
It's unlikely that Desmond Jennings, the highly touted Rays outfield prospect who injured his left wrist on Monday, will see any further Grapefruit League action this spring.

Moustakas among KC's seven roster cuts

6 hours 33 min ago
Seven non-roster players, including third baseman Mike Moustakas, were assigned to the Royals' Minor League camp on Thursday.

Astros' tilt canceled; Oswalt to throw BP

6 hours 47 min ago
The Astros' scheduled game Thursday afternoon against the Washington Nationals that was canceled because of rain will not be made up. Heavy rains swept through Florida and are expected to linger for two days.

Penn remains in mix for spot in rotation

6 hours 53 min ago
For someone who is out of options, Hayden Penn is certainly creating opportunity. Entering Spring Training, the 25-year-old righty was regarded as a long shot to win a rotation spot with Florida. Now, the way he is throwing, don't count him out.

Stanton making strong case for roster spot

7 hours 18 min ago
Plans may be changing regarding Marlins' prize prospect Mike Stanton. Early in Spring Training, Stanton is building a case to make the big league leap sooner than many projected.

Price likely to make next start

7 hours 48 min ago
Rays southpaw David Price felt fine Thursday, a day after being hit in his glove hand by a broken bat. The second-year pitcher is not expected to miss his next scheduled start Monday.

Dodgers get warm welcome in Taiwan

8 hours 53 min ago
The Dodgers were greeted by hundreds of fans as they arrived at Taloyuan International Airport in Taiwan, and even more fans lined the streets in front of their team hotel in Taipei.

Lackey, Red Sox meet old friend Bay

Wed, 03/10/2010 - 10:30pm
Intertwined throughout the Hot Stove months, John Lackey and Jason Bay meet on the diamond today when the Red Sox visit the Mets. It's Bay's first meeting against his former team.

McCutchen resurrects slider with success

Wed, 03/10/2010 - 9:31pm
Daniel McCutchen made a decision on Tuesday to ditch the curveball for the slider, and threw two perfect innings to boost his shot at the fifth spot in the Bucs' rotation on Wednesday.

Bergesen takes positives from return

Wed, 03/10/2010 - 9:15pm
It won't go down as the most stirring of debuts, but Brad Bergesen is happy to have it under his belt nonetheless as he faced hitters in a game situation for the first time since last July 30.

LaRoche eyes more power in 2010

Wed, 03/10/2010 - 8:42pm
Andy LaRoche isn't in the business of making predictions, but he's comfortable enough to forecast one thing for the upcoming season -- he's going to hit for more power.

Unflashy Leake impressing in Reds camp

Wed, 03/10/2010 - 7:50pm
Mike Leake, drated eighth overall by the Reds in 2009, might not garner the national attention of draftmate Stephen Strasburg or teammate Aroldis Champman, but he's impressing all the same.

McCutchen perfect; Alvarez gets RBI

Wed, 03/10/2010 - 7:46pm
cDaniel McCutchen made a strong case for the fifth rotation spot with two perfect innings and Pedro Alvarez hit an RBI double and scored a run, but the Bucs fell to the O's, 3-2, on Wednesday.