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Cohen: Will never be a captain while I own Mets

Steve Cohen said he will never name a captain as long as he owns the Mets, ceasing speculation that the team would one day bestow the title upon Francisco Lindor.

Preller agrees to multiyear extension with Padres

The Padres announced Monday that they have agreed to a multiyear extension with longtime president of baseball operations A.J. Preller, who was heading into the final year of his contract.

Trout plans on returning to center field for Angels

Mike Trout plans on returning to play center field for the Angels this season, saying it wouldn't be as physically demanding as the corner outfield spots.

Twins' Lopez ends session early due to sore elbow

Pablo Lopez threw two-plus innings before shutting things down and now will undergo imaging on his elbow, Twins manager Derek Shelton said.

Machado: Dodgers' spending 'great for the game'

Padres star Manny Machado has no problem with the rival Dodgers continuing to spend on players while his own team -- and others -- takes a backseat in free agency.

Harper: Taken aback by Phillies' public critique

Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper says "it's kind of wild to me still" that president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski suggested in October that the two-time NL MVP may no longer be an elite player.

Boone: No limits for Judge at start of workouts

Aaron Boone said Aaron Judge is scheduled to play in "four or five" of the Yankees' first nine Grapefruit League games and will be built up to six innings before leaving the club to join Team USA on March 1 ahead of the World Baseball Classic.

Castellanos thankful for fresh start with Padres

Nick Castellanos is thankful to get a fresh start with the Padres, who did their due diligence before signing the veteran after his rocky ending with the Phillies

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