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Mexico Dominates Team USA 11-5 Behind Joey Meneses' Two-Home Run Performance
Mexico secured a decisive 11-5 victory over Team USA in World Baseball Classic pool play, fueled by Joey Meneses' five RBIs and a strong start from Patrick Sandoval.
Phillies Finalize Five-Year, $135 Million Extension for Jesus Luzardo
Philadelphia secures left-handed starter Jesus Luzardo with a $135 million deal, preventing the pitcher from hitting the open market next winter.
Joey Wentz Sustains Season-Ending ACL Tear Against Tampa Bay Rays
Atlanta Braves left-handed pitcher Joey Wentz is out for the 2026 season after tearing his right ACL while covering first base on Sunday.
Tarik Skubal Concludes WBC Stint After 41-Pitch Start in 9-1 Victory
Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal will return to spring training following a three-inning, five-strikeout performance for Team USA against Great Britain.
Rockies Reliever RJ Petit Sidelined Indefinitely by Right Elbow UCL Sprain
Colorado Rockies pitching prospect RJ Petit is out indefinitely after being diagnosed with a sprained UCL ligament in his right elbow.
Yankees Opening Day: Gerrit Cole Injury and Jasson Dominguez Roster Status
Gerrit Cole begins the season on the 60-day injured list while Jasson Dominguez recovers from Tommy John surgery, leaving six make-or-break players to lead the Bronx.
Andrew Abbott Reds to Start Opening Day Following 10-7, 2.87 ERA Season
Southpaw Andrew Abbott Reds will take the mound on March 26 against Boston after posting 166 1/3 innings and a 2.87 ERA last season.
Braves Lefty Joey Wentz Carted Off in 9-8 Preseason Loss to Tampa Bay Rays
Joey Wentz exited Sunday's game with a right leg injury after an awkward step at first base during the Braves' 9-8 defeat against the Rays.
Rangers Claim Dairon Blanco off Waivers; Jordan Montgomery Moved to 60-Day IL
The Texas Rangers added outfielder Dairon Blanco via a waiver claim on Sunday while shifting lefty Jordan Montgomery to the 60-day injured list.