The most interesting non-roster player for all 30 MLB teams
From names you'd forgotten all about to others you still need to learn, here's one player to track in every spring training camp.
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Holland hopes to bounce back in return to Royals
Greg Holland, a member of the dominant Royals relief corps that helped lead the team to back-to-back World Series, hopes to bounce back from his recent struggles in a return to Kansas City.
Boxberger, Rodriguez agree to deals with Marlins
Right-hander Brad Boxberger and utilityman Sean Rodriguez agreed to terms on minor league deals with the Miami Marlins that include invitations to big league spring training.
Royals' Perez: Elbow at 90% after missing '19
Royals catcher Salvador Perez, who missed all of the 2019 season after having Tommy John surgery, says his elbow is "very close to 100 [percent] to be able to do anything."
One thing to watch for all 30 teams as spring training begins
As players start reporting to spring training this week, the fans of every team have something or somebody to focus on.
Love it or hate it? The proposal to shake up the MLB playoffs
Adding four teams? Picking opponents? Our experts weigh in on possible changes to the postseason, and they suggest a few fixes.
Marly Rivera ESPN Writer
Kendrys Morales talked to me about his decision to retire after a 13-year MLB career: “It was a hard decision but everything in life must come to an end. I spent many years, starting in Cuba, playing baseball and lost a lot of time with my family. That's one of the reasons why I made the decision to retire, to make up for lost time. Baseball has also changed, and maybe veteran players like me are not valued, so it's the best time for this decision. It's the right decision for me and my family.”
William Weinbaum ESPN
Chris Young, who pitched for 5 teams in a 13-yr career and was a 2007 All-Star, was promoted by MLB to Senior VP Thu. & will oversee its on-field operations & umpiring departments. Now 40, he joined the commissioner's office two years ago and is to manage issues such as playing rules & regulations, on-field standards & discipline and pace of play.
One stat that will shape 2020 for every American League team
Baseball is a numbers game. So we dig into the stats from 2019 that will make (or break) each AL team's upcoming season.
Holland reaches minor league deal with Royals
Reliever Greg Holland is back with the Kansas City Royals, agreeing Wednesday to a minor league contract.
Royals' Perez becomes U.S. citizen at fan event
Royals catcher Salvador Perez took his oath of citizenship on Friday during the team's annual FanFest, the completion of a five-year process that he described as long and difficult but well worth it.
Gordon's Royals deal allows trade after June 16
Alex Gordon agreed to consent to a trade by the Royals starting June 16, an unusual provision in his new one-year, $4 million contract.
Gordon returning for 14th season with Royals
The Royals have signed Alex Gordon to a one-year deal as the outfielder returns to Kansas City for a 14th season.
Former Royals owner David Glass dies at 84
David Glass, who bought the Kansas City Royals in 2000, died last week at the age of 84, the team announced. Under Glass' ownership, the team reached the World Series in 2014 and won the title in 2015.
2020 MLB spring training schedule, key dates, updates and more
From big names in new places to fallout from the sign-stealing scandal, we've got you covered on what's up in Florida and Arizona.
Royals agree with OF Soler on $7.3M deal for 2020
The Royals and slugging outfielder Jorge Soler agreed to a $7.3 million contract for next season, allowing the sides to avoid salary arbitration Friday and keep things amicable between them as they explore a long-term deal.
2020 MLB arbitration tracker
Friday was the deadline for teams and arbitration-eligible players to agree on salaries or exchange desired numbers for 2020. Recapping a hectic day of contract decisions.
The player most likely to be traded in 2020 for all 30 MLB teams
From superstars to fading prospects, here's who could be on the move this year.
Twins bolster rotation with veterans Hill, Bailey
Veteran free-agent pitchers Rich Hill and Homer Bailey have reached deals with the Twins. Hill went 4-1 for the Dodgers in 2019, while Bailey was 13-9 with the A's and Royals.
Royals make one-year deal with 3B Franco official
The Kansas City Royals signed third baseman Maikel Franco to a $2.95 million contract Friday to be their everyday third baseman next season.
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Cactus League Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA Dodgers | 2 | 0 | 1.000 | - | W2 |
| Chicago | 1 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.5 | - |
| Milwaukee | 2 | 1 | .667 | 0.5 | W1 |
| Texas | 2 | 1 | .667 | 0.5 | L1 |
| Chicago | 2 | 1 | .667 | 0.5 | W1 |
| San Francisco | 2 | 1 | .667 | 0.5 | W2 |
| Colorado | 1 | 1 | .500 | 1 | W1 |
| Arizona | 1 | 1 | .500 | 1 | L1 |
| San Diego | 1 | 1 | .500 | 1 | L1 |
| Cincinnati | 1 | 1 | .500 | 1 | W1 |
| LA Angels | 1 | 1 | .500 | 1 | L1 |
| Cleveland | 1 | 1 | .500 | 1 | L1 |
| Kansas City | 1 | 2 | .333 | 1.5 | W1 |
| Seattle | 0 | 2 | .000 | 2 | L2 |
| Oakland | 0 | 4 | .000 | 3 | L4 |
Team Leaders
- Batting
- Pitching
BATTING AVERAGE
Home Runs
RUNS BATTED IN
Earned Run Average
Wins
Strikeouts
Team Stats
- Pitching
- Batting
Earned Run Average5.67Tied-20th
Quality Starts0Tied-1st
WHIP1.3716th
BAA.25518th
Runs17Tied-8th
Batting Average.22224th
On Base Percentage.304Tied-21st
Slugging Percentage.47510th