Felix Hernandez is 5-0 with a 1.52 ERA in previous season openers.
May 2015 - Baseball Wiretap
M's To Start King Felix In Season Opener
Mariners Prospect Victor Sanchez Dies At Age 20
Victor Sanchez has died from injuries sustained in a February boating accident.
Justin Verlander's Concern About Arm 'Pretty Low'
Justin Verlander is not worried about missing any time preparing for the regular season.
Strasburg To Face Harvey In Early Season Showdown
Nationals manager Matt Williams announced on Saturday that Stephen Strasburg will start the third game of the season.
Epstein Not Sure Bryant Is Ready To Begin Season With Cubs
Kris Bryant has a .406 batting average with nine home runs this spring.
Joe Nathan Will Close For Tigers
Brad Ausmus shook his head 'no' when asked Thursday if there was a competition brewing for the team's closer role this spring.
White Sox Claim Kyle Drabek
Kyle Drabek, 27, was once regarded as one of baseball's top 30 prospects by both Baseball America and Baseball Prospectus.
Verlander Leaves Appearance With Triceps Cramp
Justin Verlander will be re-evaluated tomorrow and the Tigers do not expect him to miss his next start.
'Dead Arm' Not An Issue For Lester
Jon Lester, who missed a Cactus League start on Saturday because of a "dead arm," is no longer dealing with any issues.
Twins Looking For Relief Pitching
Minnesota is looking to add at least one and maybe two relief pitchers by the end of Spring Training.
Tulowitzki On Rockies: 'I Want To Win Here'
Troy Tulowitzki and Carlos Gonzalez signed huge contract extensions with the Rockies four years ago, but the duo has struggled to remain healthy and Colorado has struggled to contend.
Brady Aiken Has Tommy John Surgery
Aiken didn't sign a contract after the Astros selected him with the No. 1 overall pick last year.
Ortiz Defends Past, Says No Player Is Tested More
David Ortiz has written a first-person essay for The Players' Tribune, defending his past and candidacy for the Hall of Fame.
Gallardo To Start Opener For Rangers
Yu Darvish would likely have made the start, but he had Tommy John surgery on March 17.
Indians Send Lindor To Triple-A Columbus
Francisco Lindor, 21, is Cleveland's top prospect and one of the best in all of baseball.
Cosart Cooperating In Grambling Probe
Jarred Cosart was "caught off guard" by the firestorm surrounding his alleged sports gambling activities and is cooperating fully with a Major League Baseball investigation.
A-Rod Subject To More Drug Testing
Alex Rodriguez is subject to increased drug testing by Major League Baseball as a result of his 162-game suspension for using performance-enhancing drugs.
Reds Acquire Dan Johnson From Astros
Dan Johnson signed with the Astros as a free agent in December.
Tanaka Working On Two-Seam Fastball
Masahiro Tanaka wants to add the pitch, which is slower than his four-seamer but has more movement, to his arsenal.
Bryant To See Action In Left Field For Cubs
Kris Bryant has played third base and was the designated hitter while limited because of fatigue in his right shoulder in Cactus League games this spring.
Tillman, Orioles Open Talks On Extension
The two sides have a goal of completing a deal by the start of the season.
Royals Name Ventura Opening Day Starter
Ned Yost says Danny Duffy and Edinson Volquez will follow Yordano Ventura in the rotation.
Forbes: Average MLB Team Worth $1.2B
The Yankees are worth $3.2 billion, tops on the list and just the second United States sports franchise to eclipse the $3 billion mark.
Samardzija To Start Opener For White Sox
The right-hander, acquired from the Athletics in a December trade, will replace Chris Sale, who has been scratched from the honor because of a fractured bone in his right foot.
Cashman: A-Rod Could Be Everyday DH
Alex Rodriguez was a mystery entering camp this spring having played just 44 games for the Yankees over the last two seasons due to injury and suspension.
Tigers, Price Begin Discussing Possible Extension
The Tigers acquired David Price, who can hit free agency after the season, via trade from the Rays last summer.
Released Linebacker To Try Out For Red Sox
Brandon Magee, who was cut by the Buccaneers on Wednesday morning, is headed to spring training with the Red Sox.
Rendon's Availability For Opener In Doubt
Anthony Rendon's availability for Washington's opener is in doubt after a second MRI on his injured left knee failed to reveal progress as expected.
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