Yankees option outfielder Dominguez to Triple-A

The Yankees optioned outfielder Jasson Dominguez to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Friday.

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Marlins send P Garrett down, keep Junk as starter

The Marlins optioned lefty Braxton Garrett to Triple-A Jacksonville on Friday, leaving the door open for right-hander Janson Junk as the team's No. 5 starter.

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Islanders moving AHL affiliate to Hamilton, Ontario

The New York Islanders plan on moving their American Hockey League affiliate from Bridgeport, Connecticut, to Hamilton, Ontario, for next season.

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WBC title game ratings nearly double from 2023

This year's World Baseball Classic championship game between Venezuela and the United States was seen by 10,784,000 viewers on Fox and Fox Deportes, nearly double the viewership for Japan's victory over the U.S. in the 2023 final.

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Giants' Birdsong to undergo Tommy John surgery

San Francisco Giants pitcher Hayden Birdsong will undergo Tommy John surgery and miss the entire season.

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Leafs' Matthews (MCL surgery) down 12 weeks

Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews underwent successful MCL surgery on Thursday, with an expected recovery time of 12 weeks, the team announced.

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Ohtani fans 4, hits 99 mph in spring mound debut

Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani made his spring training pitching debut, giving up one hit and two walks while striking out four over 4⅓ scoreless innings.

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Brewers LHP Harrison exits start with blister

Kyle Harrison, who has been competing for a spot in Milwaukee's starting rotation, left Wednesday because of a blister on his left index finger.

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Durbin wins 3B job for Red Sox; Mayer likely 2B

Caleb Durbin, who was acquired in a trade with the Brewers just before spring training, will be the starting third baseman for the Red Sox on Opening Day.

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Mariners' Crawford gets cortisone shot in shoulder

Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford's status for the start of the season remains uncertain as he continues to deal with a shoulder problem.

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Reports: Kahnle, Red Sox reach minor league deal

Relief pitcher Tommy Kahnle and the Red Sox have agreed to a minor league contract, according to multiple reports.

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Ohtani set for spring training pitching debut Wed.

Shohei Ohtani is scheduled to make his first pitching appearance in spring training Wednesday for the Dodgers against the Giants.

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Cubs' Suzuki has minor knee strain; IL stint TBD

The Cubs say Seiya Suzuki suffered a minor ligament strain in his right knee during the WBC and will be evaluated this week before they determine whether he will go on the injured list.

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Closer Miller available for Team USA in WBC final

All-Star closer Mason Miller will be available for Team USA in the championship game of the World Baseball Classic vs. Venezuela, manager Mark DeRosa said.

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Phils' Rojas suspended 80 games for PED violation

Phillies outfielder Johan Rojas was suspended for the first 80 games of the season by Major League Baseball on Monday after a positive test for the performance-enhancing substance Boldenone.

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Bettman: 'Time will tell' if Russia in '28 World Cup

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said "time will tell" if Russia and its collection of NHL stars will be invited to the 2028 World Cup of Hockey.

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Padres' Musgrove likely to open season on IL

San Diego Padres starter Joe Musgrove is expected to open this season on the injured list while still working to come back from Tommy John surgery that kept him from pitching last year.

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'Banana Brees': Former Saints QB Drew Brees and Tyler Shough take in Savannah Bananas

Brees and Shough made appearances during the Savannah Bananas exhibition games at the Caesars Superdome, the home of the Saints.

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Giants near-perfect vs. Brewers; Birdsong ailing

The San Francisco Giants were an out away from a perfect game and a strike away from a no-hitter before they were broken up by the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday in a spring training game.

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Mets' Lindor has hit in post-surgery spring debut

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor made his spring training debut on Sunday, going 1 for 3 with a run scored in his first game back after Feb. 11 hand surgery.

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Capitals sign prospect Hutson amid playoff chase

Cole Hutson, whose sophomore season at Boston University came to an end in the Hockey East tournament on Saturday, has signed a 3-year deal with the Capitals.

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Cubs' Suzuki (knee) exits Japan's WBC game

Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki exited Japan's World Baseball Classic quarterfinal matchup against Venezuela because of an apparent right knee injury.

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Langeliers homers 3 times in spring training game

Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers homered in all three of his three plate appearances in a spring training game Saturday against the Royals.

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Angels' Stephenson out with another elbow injury

Los Angeles Angels right-hander Robert Stephenson has another elbow injury and the reliever will be examined by orthopedist Dr. Keith Meister.

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Leafs want Gudas punished more for Matthews hit

The Maple Leafs believe the NHL didn't go far enough in punishing Ducks defenseman Radko Gudas for the hit that ended Auston Matthews' season.

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A's club 3 straight HRs on 3 pitches vs. Padres

The Athletics' Henry Bolte, Breyson Guedez and Nick Kurtz took Padres starter Michael King deep on three straight pitches during Friday's Cactus League game in Mesa, Arizona.

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Leafs star Matthews (knee) to miss rest of season

Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews has a torn medial collateral ligament in his left knee and will miss the rest of the NHL season.

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Jays' Berríos not throwing, to visit elbow specialist

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher José Berríos is going to see a specialist due to inflammation in his right elbow.

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Hurricanes add three new minority stakeholders

Tom Dundon has sold a portion of the Carolina Hurricanes to three new minority owners, the team announced Thursday.

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DeRosa: 'New lease on life' for Team USA at WBC

Team USA manager Mark DeRosa says he's happy his squad has a 'new lease on life' at the World Baseball Classic after prematurely stating his team had reached the quarterfinals.

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U.S. averts WBC disaster, advances with Italy win

Team USA advanced out of pool play in the World Baseball Classic and will face Canada on Friday in the tournament's quarterfinals, averting a disastrous flameout thanks to Italy's 9-1 victory against Mexico on Wednesday night.

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D-backs' Carroll (hand) hitless in spring debut

Diamondbacks star Corbin Carroll made his spring training debut Wednesday, going hitless in his first at bats since he had surgery to repair the hamate bone in his right hand Feb. 12.

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O's Mountcastle exits after taking pitch off hand

Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle was hit on the right hand by a pitch and left Wednesday's Grapefruit League game against the Pirates.

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White Sox catcher Teel likely to miss 4-6 weeks

White Sox catcher Kyle Teel is expected to miss 4-6 weeks after suffering a right hamstring strain during Italy's win over Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.

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Mets' Lindor '100% optimistic' about Opening Day

Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor said he's "100% optimistic" he'll be ready for Opening Day after returning to action Tuesday for the first time since undergoing surgery.

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Livvy Dunne puts spin on Paul Skenes' viral smirk to Bobby Witt Jr. play vs. Mexico

Bobby Witt Jr.'s play resulted in a viral smirk from Skenes -- one that caught the attention of his girlfriend.

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Former cadets Skenes and Jax help Air Force baseball team attend USA-Mexico

Paul Skenes and Griffin Jax played for the Air Force baseball team on their respective journeys to the major leagues and Team USA.

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Follow live: Team USA looks to stay undefeated in pool play against Mexico

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Wentz (ACL) latest Braves P to have major injury

Braves left-handed pitcher Joey Wentz will sit out the 2026 season after tearing the ACL in his right knee while attempting to cover first base on Sunday.

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Skubal to stick with plan, not pitch again in WBC

After mulling changing his plans, Tigers ace Tarik Skubal decided to stick to his original plan and not pitch again in this year's World Baseball Classic.

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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.

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Avs' Landeskog sidelined with lower-body injury

The Avalanche said Sunday that captain Gabriel Landeskog is week-to-week with a lower-body injury.

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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.

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Kings pay tribute to Panarin's brief overlap with mascot's jersey after number change

With No. 10 originally unavailable, Panarin wanted to wear the No. 72 upon being traded to Los Angeles. The only problem was the Kings' mascot already wore that number.

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Hughes scores three, 1st tallies since golden goal

Team USA hero Jack Hughes had a hat trick and an assist, his first NHL goals since winning the gold medal two weeks ago in Italy, and the New Jersey Devils defeated the rival New York Rangers 6-3 on Saturday afternoon for their fourth straight victory.

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Jays' Scherzer tosses 4 no-hit innings in debut

Max Scherzer looked sharp in his first spring training outing for the Blue Jays, with the 41-year-old throwing four no-hit innings in a win over the Phillies on Saturday.

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Albies' walk-off leads Netherlands to WBC stunner

Braves star Ozzie Albies slugged a walk-off 3-run home run Saturday to lead the Netherlands to a dramatic win over Nicaragua at the World Baseball Classic.

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Leafs trade McMann to Kraken, Laughton to Kings

The Maple Leafs dealt forward Bobby McMann to the Kraken and forward Scott Laughton to the Kings ahead of Friday's NHL trade deadline.

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Kraken sign captain Eberle to 2-year extension

The Seattle Kraken have signed captain Jordan Eberle to a two-year contract extension with an average annual value of $5.5 million, the team announced Friday.

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'I'll close my eyes': Diamondbacks' Counsell makes pro debut against father Craig's Cubs

Brady Counsell got his first reps as a Diamondback on Thursday when he was named to the club's roster for a spring training clash with the Cubs, who are managed by his father.

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Vegas puts Stone on IR with upper-body injury

Oft-injured Golden Knights captain Mark Stone was placed on injured reserve Thursday after being hurt in Sunday's loss at Pittsburgh.

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Stars land Preds' Bunting in second deadline deal

The Predators traded forward Michael Bunting to the Stars on Thursday in exchange for a 2026 third-round pick.

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Wild acquire veteran Petry in trade with Panthers

The Wild added more depth Thursday, acquiring veteran defenseman Jeff Petry from the Panthers in exchange for a conditional seventh-round pick in 2026.

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Source: Mammoth boost D, add Flames' Weegar

The Utah Mammoth acquired Calgary Flames defenseman MacKenzie Weegar, bolstering their blueline as they seek their first playoff berth, an NHL source confirmed to ESPN.

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Kershaw cheered by Rockies fans in debut for USA

Clayton Kershaw's first appearance for Team USA saw him receive a standing ovation from a Colorado crowd he had spent years haunting as a Dodger. "If that was the last time on the mound, it was worth it for sure," he said after the Wednesday exhibition.

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Caps sign Frank to a 2-year, $4 million extension

The Capitals have signed forward Ethen Frank to a two-year, $4 million contract extension.

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Reports: Phillies' Rojas to fight possible drug ban

The Phillies' Johan Rojas is contesting a possible 80-game suspension after allegedly testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance, according to multiple reports.

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New NHL cap rules frustrating teams at deadline

Some NHL executives and player agents told ESPN that they're frustrated by the impact that the new salary cap rules have had ahead of Friday's trade deadline.

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Rangers place Miller on IR with upper-body injury

New York Rangers captain J.T. Miller was placed on injured reserve Tuesday due to an upper-body injury.

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Oilers fortify defense, deal for Blackhawks' Murphy

The Oilers on Monday traded for Blackhawks defenseman Connor Murphy in exchange for a 2028 second-round pick.

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'Gramps' Scherzer gets right to work for Blue Jays

Max Scherzer got right to work in his return to the Blue Jays, throwing a bullpen session. He will throw again Wednesday and could pitch in a game this weekend.

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Marlins broadcaster Hutton retiring after season

Marlins television analyst Tommy Hutton announced Monday this will be his final season in the broadcast booth, 60 years after he made his MLB debut as a player.

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Trocheck puts West Coast teams on no-trade list

Vincent Trocheck said he has Western Conference clubs on his 12-team no-trade list and would prefer a destination close to the East Coast if he's dealt by the Rangers.

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The four NHL teams that need a blockbuster trade before Friday's deadline

The coming days could seal the fates of these clubs -- one way or another.

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Meredith Gaudreau thanks U.S. men's hockey following Olympic gold

Meredith Gaudreau -- the widow of NHL player Johnny Gaudreau -- reflected on the trip to the Olympics that resulted in gold for U.S. men's hockey.

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Top Marlins prospect White out with oblique strain

Miami pitching prospect Thomas White is expected to miss three to four weeks with a right oblique strain.

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Yankees invite vet OF Grichuk to spring training

The New York Yankees have invited veteran outfielder Randal Grichuk to major league spring training.

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L.A. Kings fire coach Hiller; name Smith interim

The Kings have fired coach Jim Hiller after two seasons and named associate head coach D.J. Smith as the team's interim. Los Angeles is three points out of a wild-card spot.

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Cards' Marmol gets 2-year extension amid rebuild

Oliver Marmol, who has a 325-323 record as manager of the Cardinals over four seasons, has signed a two-year extension that includes a club option for 2029.

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Columbus fans honor Werenski for Olympic gold

The Blue Jackets honored Zach Werenski before Saturday night's game against the Islanders for his role in Team USA's gold medal in the Winter Olympics.

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Cease records 3 Ks in Blue Jays spring debut

Dylan Cease gave up one run in 1 2/3 innings and recorded three strikeouts in his spring training debut with the Blue Jays on Saturday in a 7-5 win over the Phillies.

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