Fernando Rodney secured the Dominican Republic’s 2-0 victory over Puerto Rico on Saturday, keeping the Dominicans undefeated in World Baseball Classic play.
Manuel glad Rollins is returning to camp
Charlie Manuel was rooting for the United States in the World Baseball Classic. The Phillies’ manager hoped Team USA would advance to the finals at AT&T Park in San Francisco and win it all on March 19.
Rizzo returns after exciting Classic ride with Italy
Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo was among a small handful of Major Leaguers playing for Italy, but the team defied expectation, advancing to the second round of the World Baseball Classic.
Hill’s strong start sets tone for Tigers’ shutout
Shawn Hill delivered his strongest outing this spring as the visiting Tigers defeated the Cardinals, 3-0, Saturday in front of a packed house of 7,629, the largest attendance at Roger Dean Stadium this spring.
Young intends to be better than ever at third
One of the big questions the Phillies had coming into Spring Training was how well Michael Young would be able to make the transition back to third base after not playing there regularly since 2010.
Despite USA’s early exit, Kimbrel enjoyed Classic
Although the United States was knocked out in the second round, Braves closer Craig Kimbrel called his first classic a “great experience” and enjoyed working with Joe Torre and Greg Maddux.
Puerto Rico’s Rivera leaves with hamstring injury
First baseman Carlos Rivera of Puerto Rico was removed from Saturday’s World Baseball Classic game against the Dominican Republic because of left hamstring tightness.
Turner leaves game with sprained right ankle
The Mets’ third base depth chart is suddenly not so deep. With David Wright already uncertain for Opening Day, Justin Turner sprained his right ankle Saturday while filling in at third.
Boesch excited for opportunity with Yankees
Brennan Boesch loves playing at Yankee Stadium. Now he couldn’t be more excited about the opportunity to do so in pinstripes.
Stanton, Cishek take day off before return
Marlins stars Giancarlo Stanton and Steve Cishek returned from the World Baseball Classic healthy and with some big-game experience under their belts, ready to rejoin their Major League club this weekend.
Hanley’s impact goes beyond performance
More than the numbers tells the impact Hanley Ramirez has made for the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic.
Crawford and Greinke nearing return to action
Dodgers outfielder Carl Crawford and starter Zack Greinke moved closer to game action Saturday, with Crawford possibly serving as DH Sunday and Greinke set for a short bullpen session.
O’s option top prospect Bundy to Double-A
The Orioles on Saturday optioned right-hander Dylan Bundy, the club’s top prospect, to Double-A. In addition, Baltimore optioned fellow righty Todd Redmond to Triple-A.
St. Patrick’s Day brings out baseball’s truest color
Happy St. Patrick’s Day. It is a big day in baseball, where the fields are green and the game lasts forever.
St. Patrick’s Day brings out baseball’s truest color
Happy St. Patrick’s Day. It is a big day in baseball, where the fields are green and the game lasts forever.
Team USA rallies twice but falls short vs. PR
The United States squad didn’t go quietly, rallying twice in the seventh and eighth innings against Puerto Rico during Friday’s 4-3 loss in a World Baseball Classic elimination game at Marlins Park.
Puerto Rico holds off US rally to reach Classic semis
Behind the two-hit pitching of journeyman right-hander Nelson Figueroa, Puerto Rico defeated Team USA, 4-3, on Friday night at Marlins Park, knocking the Americans — the only team replete with Major Leaguers — out of the World Baseball Classic.