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One player to watch in spring training for all 30 MLB teams

From prospects with big expectations to All-Stars returning from injury, here's who we're paying attention to as players report to camp.

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What we can't wait to see in spring training

From the high payroll Dodgers and Mets to potential breakout teams such as the Cubs, Tigers and Red Sox.

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'LIVE FROM NEW YORK!'

Top moments from Brady, Jeter, Jordan and other athletes hosting 'Saturday Night Live'

There have been 35 athletes to host the sketch comedy staple. They include greats like Peyton Manning, Derek Jeter and LeBron. Before SNL celebrates its 50th anniversary, we look at some top performances.

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'IT'S A LOT OF LOVE'

Juan Soto still can't process enormity of Mets contract

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HIGH EXPECTATIONS IN WRIGLEYVILLE

'It should feel like this all the time': What could make or break a crucial season for the Cubs

After adding some big names this winter, Chicago isn't shying away from expectations as spring training begins.

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Crow-Armstrong's spring training hairstyle features Cubbie blue stars

It's not the first time the young centerfielder has dabbled with Cubbie blue hair dye.

FANTASY BASEBALL

Mock Draft No. 1: Pitchers, catchers and fantasy experts report

Check out the results of our first fantasy baseball head-to-head points mock draft of 2025, featuring round-by-round picks and a snapshot of the rosters of all 10 teams.

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Fantasy baseball news or noise: Bregman moving to second, Kershaw returns to Dodgers

Eric Karabell keeps tabs on the baseball world and tells you what is relevant to fantasy baseball managers.

WHO IS READY FOR A BIG YEAR?

Freeman not an All-Star? Elly over Mookie?! Our Way-Too-Early 2025 MLB All-Stars predictions

Who could be representing both squads in Atlanta this summer? We make our (very) early roster picks.

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WRAPPING UP THE OFFSEASON

MLB offseason grades: Red Sox's big deal for Bregman; Padres sign Pivetta

Our report card for every MLB offseason signing and trade.

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Jeff Passan: Getting Alex Bregman really cinches offseason for Red Sox

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BETTING ON BASEBALL

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NL preview: Win totals and post-season odds for each team

AL preview: Win totals and postseason odds for each team

NAMES TO WATCH

What Jeff Passan is hearing about top remaining free agents, trade candidates

There are still stars available via free agency and trades as teams report to camp for a new season. Here's what we're hearing.

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