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Oakland Athletics starting pitcher A.J. Puk throws against the Kansas City Royals during the first inning of a spring training baseball game, Wednesday, March 17, 2021, in Mesa, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)
American League West Preview Capsules

By The Associated Press Mar. 18, 2021 07:50 PM EDT

Los Angeles Dodgers' Max Muncy, below, is forced out at second asGavin Lux attempts to throw out A.J. Pollock at first during an intrasquad baseball game Wednesday, July 15, 2020, in Los Angeles. Pollock was safe at first. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
As MLB 60-game season draws near, careful optimism prevails

By David Ginsburg Jul. 17, 2020 12:17 AM EDT

The Texas Rangers play an intrasquad game during baseball practice at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, Friday, July 10, 2020. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
Rangers in new home with Gallo back and bolstered rotation

By Stephen Hawkins Jul. 14, 2020 12:14 PM EDT

Houston Astros first baseman Yuli Gurriel tosses the ball during a simulated baseball game Thursday, July 9, 2020, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Baseball players get a peek at playing without fans

By John Marshall Jul. 09, 2020 05:54 PM EDT

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Max Scherzer throws during a baseball training camp workout at Nationals Park, Wednesday, July 8, 2020, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Giants return, so do some players, but Padres INF Mateo out

By David Ginsburg Jul. 08, 2020 05:48 PM EDT

FILE - This is a 2020 file photo showing Joey Gallo of the Texas Rangers baseball team. Rangers slugger Joey Gallo has tested positive for COVID-19, though the team says the All-Star right fielder is asymptomatic. General manager Jon Daniels said Monday, July 6, 2020, that Gallo is isolated at his apartment in Dallas and not around teammates. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
Asymptomatic All-Star slugger Gallo tests positive for virus

By Stephen Hawkins Jul. 06, 2020 04:24 PM EDT

St. Louis Cardinals' Paul Goldschmidt, right, talks with manager Mike Shildt during baseball practice at Busch Stadium Sunday, July 5, 2020, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
King Félix opts out of MLB season, Doolittle on fence

By Bernie Wilson Jul. 05, 2020 06:56 PM EDT

Minnesota Twins' Sergio Romo runs up steps in the ballpark at a baseball camp Friday, July 3, 2020, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Trout uncertain, All-Star Game off as MLB gets back on field

By The Associated Press Jul. 03, 2020 07:12 PM EDT

Texas Rangers begin to take to the field for a baseball practice at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, Friday, July 3, 2020. The practice was the first team activity in the organization's newly constructed stadium. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
New Globe: Rangers open summer camp at home without Martin

By Stephen Hawkins Jul. 03, 2020 05:51 PM EDT