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Tristan H. Cockcroft keeps tabs on the baseball world and tells you what is relevant to fantasy baseball managers.
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Nationals' latest City Connect uniform pays homage to Washington D.C.
The primarily blue threads will debut on the field against the Phillies on March 29.
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Orioles SS Henderson remains out, to go on IL
Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson will begin the season on the injured list, general manager Mike Elias announced.
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Rockies trade Jones to Guardians for Freeman
The Colorado Rockies traded outfielder Nolan Jones to the Cleveland Guardians for Tyler Freeman on Saturday.
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Diamondbacks give reliever Martinez 5-year deal
In a deal that was announced on Saturday, Arizona hard-throwing right-hander Justin Martinez agreed to an $18 million, five-year contract even as he continues to compete for the role of Diamondbacks closer.
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Astros release Gamel, Beeks ahead of opener
The Astros released outfielder Ben Gamel and left-hander Jalen Beeks on Saturday.
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Reds' Steer (shoulder) to open season on IL
A shoulder injury that plagued Cincinnati's Spencer Steer all of the 2024 season has him starting this season on the injured list, Reds manager Terry Francona said Saturday.