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Rockies' Ian Desmond opts out of second straight season due to COVID-19

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Rockies' Ian Desmond opts out of second straight season due to COVID-19

Feb. 21 (UPI) -- Colorado Rockies outfielder Ian Desmond announced Sunday he is opting out of a second consecutive Major League Baseball season because of COVID-19 concerns.

Indians ace Shane Bieber tests positive for COVID-19

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Indians ace Shane Bieber tests positive for COVID-19

Feb. 19 (UPI) -- Cleveland Indians ace pitcher and 2020 American League Cy Young Award winner Shane Bieber has tested positive for COVID-19, the team said.

Big-spending Dodgers, Padres among favorites as MLB launches spring training

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Big-spending Dodgers, Padres among favorites as MLB launches spring training

MIAMI, Feb. 19 (UPI) -- Pitchers and catchers have reported to MLB training camps to start baseball's preseason. The Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres -- who made the most high-profile off-season moves -- are among the title favorites.

Toronto Blue Jays to start 2021 MLB season based in Dunedin, Fla.

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Toronto Blue Jays to start 2021 MLB season based in Dunedin, Fla.

Feb. 18 (UPI) -- The Toronto Blue Jays will play home games in Dunedin, Fla., to start the 2021 season due to COVID-19 travel restrictions in place at the United States-Canada border, the team said Thursday.

Padres sign SS Fernando Tatis Jr. to 14-year, $340M contract

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Padres sign SS Fernando Tatis Jr. to 14-year, $340M contract

Feb. 18 (UPI) -- The San Diego Padres have signed shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. to a 14-year, $340 million contract extension. The pact represents the longest extension in Major League Baseball history.

New York Mets minor leaguer Tim Tebow retires from baseball

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New York Mets minor leaguer Tim Tebow retires from baseball

Feb. 18 (UPI) -- New York Mets prospect and former football star Tim Tebow has retired from baseball.

Red Sox trading Andrew Benintendi to Royals in three-team swap

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Red Sox trading Andrew Benintendi to Royals in three-team swap

Feb. 10 (UPI) -- The Boston Red Sox, Kansas City Royals and New York Mets have agreed to a three-way trade that will send outfielder Andrew Benintendi from Boston to Kansas City.

Rangers sign former All-Star pitcher Mike Foltynewicz to 1-year deal

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Rangers sign former All-Star pitcher Mike Foltynewicz to 1-year deal

Feb. 10 (UPI) -- Former All-Star right-hander Mike Foltynewicz has signed a short-term contract with the Texas Rangers, the team announced Wednesday.

St. Louis Cardinals agree to deal with catcher Yadier Molina

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St. Louis Cardinals agree to deal with catcher Yadier Molina

Feb. 8 (UPI) -- The St. Louis Cardinals have reached an agreement with Yadier Molina to bring back the veteran catcher for an 18th season.

MLB's Grapefruit League to use Florida 'pods' for spring training

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MLB's Grapefruit League to use Florida 'pods' for spring training

Feb. 8 (UPI) -- MLB's Grapefruit League teams are expected to be placed in separate "pods" in Florida as a COVID-19 safety precaution.

Longtime ESPN MLB reporter Pedro Gomez dies unexpectedly at 58

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Longtime ESPN MLB reporter Pedro Gomez dies unexpectedly at 58

Feb. 8 (UPI) -- Longtime ESPN baseball reporter Pedro Gomez has died at the age of 58, the network said.

Reigning NL Cy Young winner Trevor Bauer signing with Dodgers

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Reigning NL Cy Young winner Trevor Bauer signing with Dodgers

Feb. 5 (UPI) -- Former Cincinnati Reds pitcher Trevor Bauer, the 2020 National League Cy Young Award winner, has agreed to a contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Angels acquire OF Dexter Fowler in trade with Cardinals

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Angels acquire OF Dexter Fowler in trade with Cardinals

Feb. 5 (UPI) -- Veteran outfielder Dexter Fowler is headed to the Los Angeles Angels after he was traded from the St. Louis Cardinals, the teams announced.

Orioles signing former Cy Young winner Felix Hernandez to minors deal

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Orioles signing former Cy Young winner Felix Hernandez to minors deal

Feb. 3 (UPI) -- Former American League Cy Young Award winner Felix Hernandez has agreed to a minor league contract with the Baltimore Orioles.

Twins re-sign slugger Nelson Cruz with 1-year, $13M deal

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Twins re-sign slugger Nelson Cruz with 1-year, $13M deal

Feb. 3 (UPI) -- All Star slugger Nelson Cruz is headed back to the Minnesota Twins after he agreed to a one-year contract with the American League Central franchise.

Francisco Liriano signs minor league deal with Blue Jays

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Francisco Liriano signs minor league deal with Blue Jays

Feb. 3 (UPI) -- Veteran pitcher Francisco Liriano has agreed to a minor league contract with the Toronto Blue Jays.

Ex-Pirates pitcher, World Series champion Grant Jackson dies at 78

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Ex-Pirates pitcher, World Series champion Grant Jackson dies at 78

Feb. 2 (UPI) -- Former All-Star left-hander Grant Jackson, who was the winning pitcher in Game 7 of the 1979 World Series for the Pittsburgh Pirates, died Tuesday from COVID-19 complications. He was 78.

All-Star pitcher Chris Archer returning to Rays on 1-year deal

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All-Star pitcher Chris Archer returning to Rays on 1-year deal

Feb. 2 (UPI) -- Right-handed pitcher Chris Archer has agreed to a short-term contract with the Tampa Bay Rays.

Angels suspend coach Mickey Callaway amid misconduct allegations

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Angels suspend coach Mickey Callaway amid misconduct allegations

Feb. 2 (UPI) -- The Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday suspended pitching coach Mickey Callaway after five women accused him of sexual misconduct.

Players union rejects MLB offer, season to start on time

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Players union rejects MLB offer, season to start on time

Feb. 2 (UPI) -- The 2021 MLB season will start on time after the players union rejected an offer to delay the campaign and play a 154-game schedule, the league said.

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