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Judge: Frustrated by slow start to Yanks' winter

Aaron Judge said the start of the Yankees' offseason was "frustrating" but believes the team is in a better spot now.

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.

Vlad Jr. 'turned the page' after World Series loss

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was the last person to leave the Toronto dugout after the Game 7 loss to the Dodgers in the World Series last fall because the star slugger wanted that to be the moment when he moved on: "Right then, I just turned the page."

Sources: Tauchman to Mets on minor league deal

Free agent outfielder Mike Tauchman is in agreement on a minor league deal with the Mets, sources confirmed.

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.

Dodgers confirm Edman won't be ready for opener

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed that utility man Tommy Edman won't be ready for opening day following offseason surgery on his right ankle.

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