Yu Darvish felt discomfort in his neck toward the end of a workout on Sunday.
June 2013 - Baseball Wiretap
Darvish Scratched With Stiff Neck
Sandoval Dealing With Right Elbow Issue
Pablo Sandoval could miss the next couple of days after he felt numbness in his fingers from right elbow pain before Sunday's spring training game.
MLB, MLBPA Talking Worldwide Draft
Major League Baseball could have a worldwide draft in place relatively soon.
Indians Talking Extensions With Brantley, Kipnis
The Indians are discussing extensions with Michael Brantley and Jason Kipnis, but the talks have changed a bit.
Christian Yelich Having Big Spring With Marlins
The 23rd overall pick in 2010, he has a team-leading four home runs and 12 RBI, a .359 average and a 1.251 OPS.
Greinke May Avoid DL, But First Start Could Be Delayed
The Dodgers right-hander felt strong Monday, a day after his first bullpen session since receiving an injection in his pitching elbow.
Dice-K Won't Make Cleveland's Opening Roster
Daisuke Matsuzaka is trying to make a comeback after pitching in just 11 games last season with Boston following elbow reconstruction surgery.
Lester Throws Six Perfect Innings
Jon Lester appears set to start for the Red Sox on Opening Day, even though no announcement as been made.
Headley Jams Thumb, Might Miss Opening Day
The 2012 National League leader in RBI suffered the injury trying to break up a double play on Sunday.
Phillies Trade Cisco To Angels For Nothing In Return
Mike Cisco's grandfather is former major league pitcher Galen Cisco, who also was a longtime pitching coach for the Royals, Phillies and Blue Jays.
Reds Nearing Decision On Chapman's Role
Dusty Baker and Aroldis Chapman have expressed their desire for a closing role, but the front office is leaving their options open.
Without Team, Lohse Getting 'Antsy'
Kyle Lohse remains without a team as Opening Day approaches and the pitcher is getting "antsy," according to two Major League sources.
Martin Expected To Re-Sign With Yankees
Russell Martin signed with the Pirates as they attempt to break .500 for the first time in two decades.
Puerto Rico Sends Japan To First-Ever WBC Elimination
Puerto Rico defeated Japan 3-1 on Sunday night, sending the latter home early in the World Baseball Classic for the first time.
Tigers Haven't Ruled Out Using Martinez As Catcher
Jim Leyland wants Martinez to remain healthy and catching, as opposed to playing first base or acting as designated hitter, would add stress to his body.
Rangers Still Scanning Market For Starter
Texas has kept in contact with free agent Kyle Lohse and they have also been linked to Detroit's Rick Porcello.
Angels Looking At Snyder, Hernandez To Fill Catching Void
It is also being reported that they have interest in former Angel catcher Bobby Wilson.
Wright Doesn't Regret Playing In WBC
David Wright has no regrets about playing in the WBC, suggesting the injury he sustained could have just as easily occurred had he remained in camp with the Mets.
Phillies Pull Halladay After One Inning
Roy Halladay's fastball velocity was diminished again, but the Phillies cited a stomach virus in explaining the short outing.
Teixeira Could Face Season-Ending Surgery
Mark Teixeira's season won't be delayed by a wrist strain, but rather a a partially torn tendon sheath that could potentially require season-ending surgery.
Chapman Prefers Closing Over Starting
The Reds still haven't revealed whether Aroldis Chapman will start or relieve this season, but many people are making their preference known.
Cano Earns Another WBC MVP
Robinson Cano is hitting .519 in six games, and his 14 hits and 24 total bases lead all players in the Classic.
Bruce Bochy Cuts Son Over Dinner
Brett Bochy wasn't expected to make San Francisco's Opening Day roster, but receiving the news from your father doesn't make things any easier.
Happ Unhappy Out Of Rotation, Plans Talk With Anthopoulos
J.A. Happ plans to talk with Blue Jays general manager Alex Anthopoulos about his displeasure with either a bullpen role or minors assignment.
Royals Focused On 'Inventory' As Roster Cuts Loom
That means Kansas City will favor players already on the team's 40-man roster who are out of options.
Sale To Make Opening Day Start For White Sox
Chicago pitching coach Don Cooper has been working with Sale on a new pitch that he won't divulge at the present time.
Dominican Republic Remains Undefeated At WBC
The Dominican Republic defeated Puerto Rico 2-0 on Saturday, maintaining their undefeated record at this year's World Baseball Classic.
Headley Disappointed He Won't Play In WBC
If USA had won, Chase Headley would have left the Cactus League and joined the team for the semifinals in San Francisco.
Cardinals Interested In Bud Norris
The Cardinals need a pitcher and are interested in a pair of Houston Astros.
Hall Of Fame To Honor Dr. Frank Jobe
Dr. Frank Jobe, who developed the elbow procedure known as "Tommy John surgery," will be honored during Hall of Fame induction weekend.
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