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Mets third baseman David Wright played in a game Tuesday for the first time since the five-RBI performance against Puerto Rico in the World Baseball Classic on March 12 that cemented his "Captain America" nickname.

Chicago Cubs shortstop Starlin Castro was back in the lineup on Wednesday against the Colorado Rockies for the first time since Feb. 27, and pitcher Matt Garza will do some light throwing as he continues to recover from a lat injury.

Sure, spring training can still be an idyllic experience. Baseball. Sun. Relaxation. An escape from winter. But the pennies you'll pay to enjoy it are getting prettier all the time.

Stephania Bell reports from Toronto Blue Jays camp and discusses injuries with Jose Bautista, Josh Johnson, Sergio Santos, Jose Reyes and more.

All the team by team spring training notes fit to make up.

Keith Law breaks down a recent outing from Mariners prospect Taijuan Walker, who looked shaky in giving up a homer to Rockies prospect Nolan Arenado.

Blog | Conversation | March 05, 2013

Stephania Bell reports on Rafael Furcal's elbow injury and talks with Adam Wainwright, who is set to begin his second full season post-Tommy John surgery.

Chicago White Sox reliever Matt Thornton had an MRI on his left elbow Tuesday which showed only inflammation.

Mets left-hander Johan Santana threw off a mound Sunday for the first time since his August shutdown.

Chase Utley took batting practice and infield work on Friday and expects to be on the field when the Philadelphia Phillies open the Grapefruit League season next week.

Buster Olney discusses how modern medicine is allowing teams to more effectively project injuries, which can make contract talks a sore spot. Felix Hernandez is the latest example.

Blog | Conversation | February 11, 2013

Let's shut down the Hot Stove and get spring started with a look at the best stories, best and worst free-agent signings, the most improved and least improved teams, players to watch and much more.

Buster Olney explains why it's on the MLB Players Association to put teeth into the sport's drug policy and tells his annual Deion Sanders tale. Plus, news and notes from around the league.

Blog | Conversation | February 10, 2013

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First workout dates for all 30 major league teams.

The Boston Red Sox and Tampa Bay Rays will begin the regular season with their closers on the disabled list, and Buster Olney writes that it won't be long before teams give the reliever market a look. On paper, there are some trade options.

Blog | Conversation | April 04, 2012