Major League Baseball

Skubal mulls WBC plan, may pitch again for U.S.

Tarik Skubal says he is considering pitching again for the United States at the World Baseball Classic, a potential change in plans for the Tigers' ace.

Dominicans ride 4 HRs to mercy rule win in WBC

Juan Soto, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Junior Caminero and Austin Wells homered as the Dominican Republic routed the Netherlands 12-1 in the World Baseball Classic.

Braves lefty Wentz carted off after mishap at 1st

Atlanta Braves left-hander Joey Wentz left Sunday's outing against the Tampa Bay Rays because of a right leg injury from an awkward step while covering first base.

Reds tab Abbott for Opening Day against Red Sox

The Cincinnati Reds will start left-hander Andrew Abbott on the mound for their season opener at home against the Boston Red Sox on March 26.

Sources: Nationals reach deal with RHP Littell

Zack Littell has a new home after agreeing to a one-year contract with the Nationals, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan and Kiley McDaniel.

Rangers claim Blanco; Montgomery to 60-day IL

The Rangers claimed outfielder Dairon Blanco off waivers from the Royals on Sunday and placed left-hander Jordan Montgomery on the 60-day injured list as he recovers from elbow surgery.

Cubs relievers Hodge, Wicks to start season on IL

The Cubs will start the season with relief pitchers Porter Hodge (flexor strain) and Jordan Wicks (nerve irritation) on the injured list, manager Craig Counsell said.

Japan rallies past Australia, clinches WBC group

Defending champion Japan rallied from 1-0 down to beat Australia 4-3 in the World Baseball Classic on Sunday behind a two-run homer from Masataka Yoshida with two outs in the seventh inning.

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