Nationals manager Dusty Baker believes outfielder Michael Taylor has a chance to become a star in the Major Leagues. The skipper was seen giving hitting tips to Taylor the last couple of days.
Gibson stands out as D-backs pitchers throw BP
D-backs manager Chip Hale praised the effort from left-hander Daniel Gibson and said the 24-year-old is “shooting for a spot on the team.”
Prospect Weiss could be in Reds’ bullpen mix
Like many Reds prospects, right-handed reliever Zack Weiss got his first glimpse of Cincinnati before he even reached the Major Leagues. Weiss, born, raised and living in Southern California, was among the players who appeared at Redsfest in December.
Dodgers release non-roster pitcher Brown
The Dodgers made their first cut quickly on Friday, releasing non-roster pitcher Brooks Brown.
Under-the-radar Pelfrey could surprise in Detroit
All eyes will be on Justin Verlander, Jordan Zimmermann, Daniel Norris and other big names when the Tigers finally get into Spring Training games next week. By contrast, Mike Pelfrey takes the mound for the first time as a Tiger next Wednesday with relatively little fanfare.
D-backs sign 18-year-old righty from Mexico
On Wednesday, the D-backs agreed to terms with teenage right-handed pitcher Edgar Martinez, 18, of Juarez, Mex., on an undisclosed signing bonus less than $300,000.
Marlins closer tells story behind Bono selfie
Dropping the “professional pitcher” card didn’t hurt.
Parra thrilled to be reunited with Young
Gerardo Parra was a young and quiet prospect with the D-backs several years ago when Eric Young took an interest in helping him develop. Two Gold Glove Awards later, Parra never forgot what Young did for him.
Laughter is contagious: Phillips goes viral
The weirdest laugh in Milwaukee Brewers history is out there for the world to see.
Watson makes Bucs’ bullpen a force
Pirates manager Clint Hurdle calls setup man Tony Watson the “anchor” of a bullpen that has been the most consistent component of a club that has won 280 games over the last three years, second only to the Cardinals in the Majors.
MLBPA head Clark visits Rays players
Major League Baseball Players Association executive director Tony Clark paid his annual visit to Rays camp on Friday.
Fiery Collins addresses Mets, ’16 expectations
A memorabilia company was at Tradition Field on Friday to fit the Mets for rings, as has become a custom in baseball.
Judge’s homer leaves teammates in awe
After 11 seasons catching in the big leagues, it’s not often that the sound of bat meeting ball is enough to make Brian McCann take notice. Being inches away from Aaron Judge’s powerful swing is one of those circumstances.
O my! Club gets 2 aces out of 1 pitcher
Can golfers be switch-hitters?
Dombrowski impressed with Boston’s work ethic
Red Sox president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski met with reporters for the first time since the start of Spring Training on Friday, and he shared his views on a variety of topics.
Mets hope ’15 is harbinger of things to come
It is difficult to ask a team that just won a pennant to get better. But that kind of request seems completely logical in the case of the 2016 Mets.
Ray Romano delivered a futon to Ron Darling before Game 6 of the 1986 World Series
“I take some credit for Game 6.”