Those who know Jamie Moyer best are the least surprised at his strong pitch to make the Rockies' rotation. At 49, the veteran lefty is drawing rave reviews for his work ethic.
Interest in Floyd reportedly remains high
Toronto's reported pursuit of Gavin Floyd doesn't necessarily mean he's available. When asked about his projected No. 3 starter, White Sox general manager Ken Williams told MLB.com in an e-mail, “I am not looking to move him.”
Lincecum finds spring groove
Giants ace Tim Lincecum was back to his old self on Monday, erasing any doubts that the struggles his last time out were something other than a simple springtime anomaly.
Pirates putting pieces in place to 'finish'
In the end, the 2011 installment of the Pirates did what the 18 previous installments had done — limping off with a losing record. Clint Hurdle has made “finish” a mantra here in camp — one he hopes has lasting impact over the long haul of a 162-game season.
White plotting for success in Rox rotation
Two starts into his Cactus League season, Alex White has kept himself squarely in the mix for an open slot in the Rockies' rotation. The 23-year-old is not only pitching, he's planning.
Sveum aware of all things Cubs job entails
Dale Sveum says he hasn't sought out other past Cubs managers to get advice on how to deal with the job. He's well aware the job is different from others in baseball.
Field duty: Thome makes return to first base
Jim Thome played first base for four innings Monday in a Minor League Spring Training game in Clearwater, Fla., the first time he had played first base in a game since 2007.
Early results encouraging on Borbon, Kirkman
Outfielder Julio Borbon and left-handed reliever Michael Kirkman haven't won roster spots yet but they are making their presence felt by being two of the more impressive players so far this spring.
X-rays negative on Stanton's left wrist
Giancarlo Stanton's X-rays came back negative after the Marlins outfielder was hit on the left wrist with a fastball Sunday.
Leyland: Cabrera won't exit for defense
If manager Jim Leyland's earlier statements on Miguel Cabrera playing nine innings at third base without a defensive replacement weren't already clear, he said it again Monday, this time with authority.
Duda's back appears to be healed
The Mets have been dealing with medical issues all spring. It appears they can cross rightfielder Lucas Duda off the list of things they have to worry about.
Nats not going to rush Harper back to action
Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper was not in the starting lineup for the fifth day in a row Monday because of a tight left calf.
Wang slated to face Yanks for first time
Nationals manager Davey Johnson announced Monday that right-hander Chien-Ming Wang will face his former team, the Yankees, on Thursday at Space Coast Stadium. The game will be played at 1:05 p.m. ET and can be seen on MLB.TV.
Ethier returns from mid-back stiffness
Outfielder Andre Ethier returned to the Dodgers' lineup Monday after being scratched Saturday with a recurrence of mid-back stiffness.
Carpenter not putting time frame on return
Though noting that he continues to feel improvement, Chris Carpenter would not speculate how long it might be before he resumes throwing again. Carpenter has been bothered for more than a week now by pain stemming from a bulging disc in his neck. He has not thrown since March 3.
Moore excited to make first spring appearance
Tampa Bay will finally roll Matt Moore out of the showroom. After being slowed by an abdominal strain in the early going of Spring Training, the highly touted Rays southpaw will pitch in a game on Tuesday against the Orioles in Sarasota.
Span sits out game, hopes to play Tuesday
Twins center fielder Denard Span stayed back at the club's Spring Training complex on Monday to take some swings in the cage and see a chiropractor after missing Sunday's game with neck stiffness.