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Ohtani's focus on 'being healthy,' shot at Cy Young

Shohei Ohtani's 27-pitch mound session at the Dodgers' sprawling complex Friday morning marked the start of spring training and, more notably, of his return to a full-time two-way role.

Yanks' Cole feels 'good,' may pitch in spring games

Yankees right-hander Gerrit Cole on Friday confirmed he may pitch in Grapefruit League games before the end of spring training, as he works his way back from Tommy John surgery.

Phillies manager 'proud' of Castellanos admission

A day after the Phillies released Nick Castellanos, manager Rob Thomson said Friday he was "proud" that the outfielder owned up to his mistake of bringing a beer into the dugout last June.

Marlins waste no time, tab Alcántara for opener

The Marlins have named ace Sandy Alcántara the team's Opening Day starter for a franchise-record sixth time.

Vesia grateful for support after daughter's death

Alex Vesia was back with the Los Angeles Dodgers at spring training Friday, less than four months after the death of his infant daughter, Sterling, that caused him to miss last year's World Series.

Astros' Hader playing catch after offseason injury

Astros closer Josh Hader played catch again Friday after the six-time All-Star left-hander dealt with biceps tendinitis while throwing bullpen sessions in the offseason.

Correa: Bad Bunny offered to pay WBC insurance

Carlos Correa said that music superstar Bad Bunny offered to pay his World Baseball Classic insurance to allow the Astros infielder to play for Puerto Rico.

Sources: Cubs, RHP Miller agree to 2-year deal

The Cubs have reached an agreement on a two-year deal with rehabbing free agent pitcher Shelby Miller, sources confirmed to ESPN.

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