Major League Baseball

Sources: Roberts, Dodgers nearing long-term deal

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, who has been in serious talks with the team on a new deal since the start of February, is closing in on a long-term extension, sources confirmed to ESPN.

Yanks' Stanton gets more PRP; Gil out 3 months

Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton has received a second round of PRP injections in both elbows, pitcher Luis Gil is out at least three months with a lat strain, and infielder DJ LeMahieu is out several weeks with a calf strain.

One-of-a-kind Skenes rookie card set for auction

A one-of-a-kind autographed baseball card featuring a patch of the No. 30 jersey worn by Pirates ace Paul Skenes during his big league debut is heading to auction Thursday.

Ex-outfielder Naquin joins Guardians as pitcher

Tyler Naquin, who played in the outfield during his eight major league seasons, has signed a minor league deal with the Guardians to try his hand at pitching.

MLBPA, Bad Bunny firm reach deal to dismiss suit

Rimas Sports, co-owned by Bad Bunny, and the MLBPA filed an agreement to dismiss the union's lawsuit over penalties imposed for making improper inducements.

A's hire ex-Raiders prez Badain for same position

Former Las Vegas Raiders President Marc Badain was hired Thursday for the same position with the Athletics.

10 players scouts are buzzing about

These potential breakout stars are drawing rave reviews early in spring training.