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Toronto Blue Jays fall 14-13 to Philadelphia Phillies in spring training opener

Toronto Blue Jays fall 14-13 to Philadelphia Phillies in spring training opener

DUNEDIN, Fla. — Daulton Varsho had three hits and three RBIs, but the Toronto Blue Jays fell 14-13 to the Philadelphia Phillies in their spring training opener Saturday at TD Ballpark.
Former batting champion Tim Anderson and Miami Marlins finalize $5 million, 1-year contract

Former batting champion Tim Anderson and Miami Marlins finalize $5 million, 1-year contract

JUPITER, Fla. (AP) — Former AL batting champion Tim Anderson and the Miami Marlins finalized a $5 million, one-year contract on Saturday. Anderson became Miami’s first big free agent addition of the offseason.
Jurickson Profar and San Diego Padres finalize $1 million, 1-year contract

Jurickson Profar and San Diego Padres finalize $1 million, 1-year contract

PEORIA, Ariz. (AP) — Free agent Jurickson Profar and the San Diego Padres finalized a $1 million, one-year contract on Saturday that gives the 30-year-old outfielder the chance to make an additional $1.
MLB union says 2-second cut to pitch clock too soon for some pitchers

MLB union says 2-second cut to pitch clock too soon for some pitchers

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Major League Baseball's move to slice two seconds off the pitch clock with runners on base is too much, too soon, according to players' association head Tony Clark.
Mets owner Cohen says he expects Alonso to explore free agency but wants to keep him

Mets owner Cohen says he expects Alonso to explore free agency but wants to keep him

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen doesn’t anticipate a resolving Pete Alonso’s future with the team until after the season. The 29-year-old three-time All-Star is eligible for free agency after the World Series.
Blue Jays bench coach Mattingly embraces challenge of new offensive co-ordinator role

Blue Jays bench coach Mattingly embraces challenge of new offensive co-ordinator role

DUNEDIN, Fla. — The Toronto Blue Jays made off-season adjustments to their coaching staff in the wake of a middling offensive season last year.
Jen Pawol to make big league spring training debut, on verge of becoming MLB's first woman umpire

Jen Pawol to make big league spring training debut, on verge of becoming MLB's first woman umpire

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Jen Pawol will take a big step toward breaking the gender barrier for Major League Baseball umpires on Saturday when she becomes the first woman to work a big league spring training game in 17 years.
Why is there a pants problem in Major League Baseball during spring training?

Why is there a pants problem in Major League Baseball during spring training?

MESA, Ariz. (AP) — Major League Baseball is showing off new uniforms during this year's spring training. The biggest problem is they might be showing too much.
All-Star pitcher Mitch Keller finalizes $77 million, 5-year deal. Pirates say he will start opener

All-Star pitcher Mitch Keller finalizes $77 million, 5-year deal. Pirates say he will start opener

BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — All-Star pitcher Mitch Keller and Pittsburgh finalized a $77 million, five-year contract on Friday, and the Pirates said he will be their opening day starter at Miami on March 28.
Catcher Austin Nola signs $975,000 deal with Royals to provide depth behind Salvador Perez

Catcher Austin Nola signs $975,000 deal with Royals to provide depth behind Salvador Perez

SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals signed Austin Nola to a one-year contract Friday, adding a veteran catcher to provide some insurance behind Salvador Perez alongside young backup Freddie Fermin.
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