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Houston Astros News
Focus now on Bregman after Alonso reaches deal with Mets
Alex Bregman Rumors: Astros Make Last-Ditch Offer To Free Agent (NESN)
Astros could give Alex Bregman food for thought with increased offer (FS)
Ryan Pressly’s contributions to the Astros should never be forgotten (CTH)
Jose Altuve Could Be on the Move — to Left Field (FG)
AL West News
Angels add veteran Yoán Moncada to stockpile of infielders
Andrus joins buddy Beltré — who’s getting a statue — in Rangers HOF
GM Hollander: How Mariners want to improve offense this season (Seattle Sports)
Athletics’ Kyle McCann, Anthony Maldonado Outrighted After Clearing Waivers (SI)
MLB News
Get to know the underrated X-factor that can decide ballgames
6 key takeaways from Alonso’s return to the Mets
Manfred: Dodgers Aren’t Ruining Baseball (MLBTR)
Pham heading to Pittsburgh on 1-year deal
The Twins Sign Harrison Bader, Hope Not to Need Him (FG)
Sternberg, Manfred Discuss Rays Stadium (MLBTR)
Spring Training report dates, games, info and more
Mets, Pete Alonso Come to Their Senses, Get Back Together (FG)
The Nationals’ Long-Term Payroll Flexibility (MLBTR)
It Is Your Birthday
Friday
RHP Roberto Osuna (30)
RHP Scott Feldman (42)
RHP Dave Borkowski (48)
LHP Juan Pizarro (1937—2021)
Saturday
RHP Ramsey David (24)
Sunday
RHP Ramón García (56)
LHP Hal Gilson (1942—2022)