Major League Baseball

Diaz: Returning to WBC after injury 'easy decision'

Edwin Diaz said it was an "easy decision" to play in the World Baseball Classic despite suffering a knee injury in the 2023 event.

D-backs bring back righty Sewald on 1-year deal

The Diamondbacks and reliever Paul Sewald have agreed to terms on a one-year, $1.5 million deal.

Source: Padres add OF Castellanos, two pitchers

The Padres agreed to several deals on Saturday, including OF Nick Castellanos, veteran pitcher German Marquez and fellow righty Griffin Canning, a source confirmed to ESPN.

Source: D-backs keeping Gallen on 1-year deal

Zac Gallen is staying with the Diamondbacks after agreeing to a one-year deal worth $22.05 million, a source confirmed to ESPN.

Marlins win case vs. Faucher; players finish 8-4

The Marlins defeated Calvin Faucher in the final salary arbitration case this year, leaving players with an 8-4 advantage in hearings.

Ohtani's focus on 'being healthy,' shot at Cy Young

Shohei Ohtani's 27-pitch mound session at the Dodgers' sprawling complex Friday morning marked the start of spring training and, more notably, of his return to a full-time two-way role.

Yanks' Cole feels 'good,' may pitch in spring games

Yankees right-hander Gerrit Cole on Friday confirmed he may pitch in Grapefruit League games before the end of spring training, as he works his way back from Tommy John surgery.

Reports: Rengifo heads to Brewers on 1-year deal

Former Los Angeles Angels infielder Luis Rengifo has agreed to terms on a one-year, $3.5 million contract with the Milwaukee Brewers, according to multiple reports.

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