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Braves' Foltynewicz ready to put 2019 season behind himNORTH PORT, Fla. (AP) When Mike Foltynewicz was asked how long it took him to get over his nightmarish start in Game 5 of the NL Division Series, he said “two or three days.”The Atlanta Braves pitcher said he quickly...

AP Sports WriterHard-throwing Pearson one of many talented young Blue JaysBy DAVID BRANDTSCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) The Toronto Blue Jays already have an intriguing young lineup with Bo Bichette, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Cavan Biggio hoping to build off promising 2019 seasons.A hard-throwing pitching prospect could be joining them...

MLB CalendarBy Associated PressMarch 26 - Opening day, active rosters reduced to 26 players.April 18-19 - San Diego vs. Arizona at Mexico City.April 28-30 - New York Mets vs. Miami at San Juan, Puerto Rico.June 3-4 - Owners meeting, New York.June 10-12 - Amateur draft, Omaha, Neb.June 15 -...

AP Sports Writer'The wall won' - Kemp tries to revive career with MarlinsBy STEVEN WINEMIAMI (AP) Fans of The Clash, The Bobby Fuller Four and the Cincinnati Reds can agree Matt Kemp had the quote of the year after he broke a rib chasing a flyball last April.''I...

The Associated PressSpringer heckled as Astros continue spring boobird swingBy BILL WHITEHEADPORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (AP) George Springer could only stand there all alone and listen.The Houston Astros leadoff man had no choice when he stepped into the batter's box a bit too early and was showered with...

Associated PressStanton likely to miss opening day with strained right calfBy MARK DIDTLERTAMPA, Fla. (AP) New York Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton will likely miss opening day because of a strained right calf, another significant injury for a team that was beset by health problems last season.Manager Aaron Boone...

A Minny switch: Sano moves across diamond for DonaldsonFORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) For the Twins to land free agent Josh Donaldson, Miguel Sano knew what would be asked of him. He didn't hesitate.Instead, Sano sent a video to Donaldson, lobbying the 2015 American League MVP to join the...

Stanton likely to miss opening day with strained right calfTAMPA, Fla. (AP) Oft-injured New York Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton will likely miss opening day because of a strained right calf.Manager Aaron Boone said Stanton was injured near the end of defensive drills on Tuesday. An MRI found a...

Associated PressHealthy again, Cubs' Souza Jr. aiming for regular OF roleBy JOSE M. ROMEROMESA, Ariz. (AP) Steven Souza Jr. played in his third spring training game Wednesday, trying to make the most of an opportunity for quality playing time in the outfield for the Chicago Cubs this season.To...

Brian Dozier can earn up to $4M with San Diego PadresPEORIA, Ariz. (AP) Second baseman Brian Dozier would get a $2.2 million, one-year contract if added to the San Diego Padres' 40-man roster and would have the chance to earn $1.8 million in performance bonuses based on plate...

Associated PressYanks' Severino needs Tommy John surgery, out for yearBy MARK DIDTLERDUNEDIN, Fla. (AP) Luis Severino will miss the season with an elbow injury that requires Tommy John surgery, and the New York Yankees' rotation no longer looks all that imposing.New York announced Tuesday that the 26-year-old right-hander...

Associated PressBrewers counting on Keston Hiura for offensive productionBy JACK THOMPSONPHOENIX (AP) Keston Hiura gave Milwaukee a lift when he was called up in mid-season. His reward is more responsibility in a new-look Brewers offense.Following the departures of Yasmani Grandal and Mike Moustakas as free agents, manager Craig...