Ohtani tosses bullpen, but pitching 'a ways away'

Shohei Ohtani threw off a mound for the first time since Feb. 25, but manager Dave Roberts said it's "going to be a while" before he makes his pitching debut.
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Royals call up OF Waters as Canha head to IL
The Royals recalled outfielder Drew Waters from Triple-A Omaha on Wednesday to replace Mark Canha, who was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left abductor strain.
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Astros' Arrighetti won't need surgery on thumb
Astros pitcher Spencer Arrighetti won't require surgery on his broken right thumb, but he will be in a cast for up to 2 1/2 weeks before starting physical therapy.
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Fedde understands hook with no-hitter in play
Cardinals pitcher Erick Fedde did not give up any hits vs. the Pirates, but he understands why manager Oliver Marmol pulled him after six innings.
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White Sox's Benintendi (adductor strain) to IL
White Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi was placed on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to April 7, with a left adductor strain.
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High school teammates Max Fried and Wade Flaherty make first MLB starts against each other
In 2012, future Major Leaguers Jack Flaherty and Max Fried (as well as Lucas Giolito) all shared the same high school dugout for Harvard-Westlake.
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Dodgers' Freeman expected to return vs. Cubs
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Wednesday he anticipates first baseman Freddie Freeman will return to the lineup Friday when the team begins a three-game series against the Chicago Cubs.
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