Mark Feinsand

TAMPA, Fla. -- What a difference a year makes. Yet somehow, Anthony Volpe isn’t approaching this spring any differently. Unlike last year, when Volpe had to fight to win a spot on the roster -- let alone in the starting lineup -- the 22-year-old has no such worries this spring,

Cody Bellinger’s offseason finally came to an end on Sunday, as a source told MLB.com that he agreed to return to the Cubs on a three-year, $80 million contract that includes opt-outs after each of the first two seasons. Bellinger’s agreement took one of the five most prominent remaining free

DUNEDIN, Fla. -- Whenever a player in recent years has shown an ability to play multiple positions at a high level, the comparison is always inevitable. “He’s the next Ben Zobrist.” Jared Triolo has drawn such comparisons by some people around the game, but Pirates manager Derek Shelton isn’t ready

DUNEDIN, Fla. -- Whenever a player in recent years has shown an ability to play multiple positions at a high level, the comparison is always inevitable. “He’s the next Ben Zobrist.” Jared Triolo has drawn such comparisons by some people around the game, but Pirates manager Derek Shelton isn’t ready

Cody Bellinger’s offseason finally came to an end on Sunday, as a source told MLB.com that he agreed to return to the Cubs on a three-year, $80 million contract that includes opt-outs after each of the first two seasons. Bellinger’s agreement took one of the five most prominent remaining free

PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. -- It’s not uncommon for a player to become unsettled when rumors swirl around a team’s potential acquisition that could (would?) directly impact his job. In such cases, managers typically reinforce the player’s importance to the team, encouraging him to control what he can control and block

JUPITER, Fla. -- So far, slow good for Steven Matz. It’s been a measured spring for Matz, who has been brought along at a deliberate pace in an effort to keep him healthy for the long season ahead. The left-hander is finally set to make his Grapefruit League debut with

JUPITER, Fla. -- So far, slow good for Steven Matz. It’s been a measured spring for Matz, who has been brought along at a deliberate pace in an effort to keep him healthy for the long season ahead. The left-hander is finally set to make his Grapefruit League debut with

JUPITER, Fla. -- What’s cooking in Yankees camp? Baseball gloves, believe it or not. The days of tying up your glove with rubber bands and putting them under your mattress are over, apparently. Gleyber Torres and Anthony Volpe \-\- on the advice of Anthony Rizzo -- are breaking in new

JUPITER, Fla. -- What’s cooking in Yankees camp? Baseball gloves, believe it or not. The days of tying up your glove with rubber bands and putting them under your mattress are over, apparently. Gleyber Torres and Anthony Volpe \-\- on the advice of Anthony Rizzo -- are breaking in new

JUPITER, Fla. -- What’s cooking in Yankees camp? Baseball gloves, believe it or not. The days of tying up your glove with rubber bands and putting them under your mattress are over, apparently. Gleyber Torres and Anthony Volpe \-\- on the advice of Anthony Rizzo -- are breaking in new

GLENDALE, Ariz. – The Dylan Cease rumor mill continued to swirl Wednesday, with more teams mentioned as potential suitors for the ace. But the right-hander continues to take what he called “chatter” in stride. Tuesday, it was the Yankees being reported as the leading candidate to land Cease, though sources

GLENDALE, Ariz. – The Dylan Cease rumor mill continued to swirl Wednesday, with more teams mentioned as potential suitors for the ace. But the right-hander continues to take what he called “chatter” in stride. Tuesday, it was the Yankees being reported as the leading candidate to land Cease, though sources

GLENDALE, Ariz. – The Dylan Cease rumor mill continued to swirl Wednesday, with more teams mentioned as potential suitors for the ace. But the right-hander continues to take what he called “chatter” in stride. Tuesday, it was the Yankees being reported as the leading candidate to land Cease, though sources

GLENDALE, Ariz. -- The Dylan Cease saga has come to its conclusion. The White Sox traded their ace to the Padres on Wednesday night, ending months of speculation as to whether Chicago would deal Cease, who has two seasons remaining until free agency. TRADE DETAILS Padres receive: RHP Dylan Cease

GLENDALE, Ariz. – Brad Keller’s history with the White Sox was well-documented during his days with the Royals, but the right-hander -- who signed a Minor League deal with Chicago last week -- says that’s all in the past. Keller, who is working his way back following Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

Last week, we asked more than two dozen Major League executives which rookies would have the biggest impact on the 2024 season. The group of players to choose from was well-defined, limited to those who had yet to qualify for rookie status entering the season. The other question we asked

Last week, we asked more than two dozen Major League executives which rookies would have the biggest impact on the 2024 season. The group of players to choose from was well-defined, limited to those who had yet to qualify for rookie status entering the season. The other question we asked

NEW YORK -- Richie Palacios started his day with a couple of slices of pizza in Manhattan, something he had been craving as he headed for his hometown visit. “I enjoyed it, for real,” Palacios said. “I’m going to have some more tonight.” The postgame pie could have been even

Abbott or Costello? Buzz or Woody? Wayne or Garth? Joey or Chandler? Dynamic duos have been a part of our culture for generations, and baseball has been no stranger to the concept, particularly in the Bronx. Ruth and Gehrig. Mantle and Maris. Jeter and Bernie. The acquisition of Juan Soto