Why the Pirates decided to send MLB’s top prospect Konnor Griffin to Triple A
The question of whether the 19-year-old Griffin should start the season in the majors is more nuanced than it may seem.
Previewing the AL East. Plus: Bryce Harper, class act
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Red Sox reworked contract with Danny Coulombe after issues with physical: Source
After the Red Sox raised concerns with his initial physical, Coulombe's contract was restructured with a lower base pay but roster bonuses.
Bryce Harper met the moment at World Baseball Classic, but a title again proved elusive
Harper's actions before, during and after the WBC final against Venezuela showed his understanding of his place in the game.
USA advances! With a touch of controversy. Plus: Italy-Venezuela semifinal tonight
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In front of family and former Air Force teammates, Paul Skenes shows why he’s a ‘special presence’
The NL Cy Young winner allowed one run over 4 1/3 innings in the WBC semifinal against a stacked Dominican Republic lineup.
Team USA hoping Paul Skenes can silence mighty bats of Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic has been dominant in the WBC and would be overwhelming favorites in Sunday's semifinal if not for Skenes.
Italy advances in World Baseball Classic, bringing USA with it. Plus: Canada moves on for first time ever
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What we’ve learned (so far) from watching the World Baseball Classic
Here are some of our reporters' observations over the last week from Houston, Miami, San Juan and Tokyo.
Mark DeRosa and Team USA get their WBC reprieve. Now they need to take advantage
Team USA advances to the World Baseball Classic quarterfinals thanks to Italy's convincing win over Mexico.
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