Slowey, Blackburn sharp on the hill

Kevin Slowey and Nick Blackburn each tossed three scoreless innings, and Michael Cuddyer drove in two runs to lead the Twins to a 5-0 win over the Orioles on Monday.

Headley, Cunningham lead outburst

Third baseman Chase Headley contributed a two-run single during the Padres’ eight-run third inning in Friday’s 9-3 win over the Mariners.

Sox open Grapefruit slate with a victory

Dustin Pedroia ripped two hits, including a game-tying single in the sixth. Catching prospect Mark Wagner gave the Red Sox the lead with an RBI single in the eighth.

Ramirez asked to lead White Sox infield

White Sox shortstop Alexei Ramirez is entering the biggest season of his career for the third time in three years.

Marcum, Romero likely to lead rotation

Shaun Marcum, who had Tommy John surgery in 2008, is back at full strength, and he and second-year lefty Ricky Romero appear to be the top candidates to start for the Jays on Opening Day.

Consistency key to Marlins climbing ladder

The Marlins’ pitchers and catchers begin working out Saturday in Jupiter, Fla., trying to establish consistency and find the right mix of hurlers to lead the club to the postseason.

Eager to lead Rox, Helton arrives early

Todd Helton understands that Spring Training is a grind. Yet, he still arrives early, with enthusiasm. On Wednesday, he led a workout of Rockies players who are in town several days before position players are due to report.

Sheets ready to lead A’s young rotation

The youthful band of brothers that is the A’s starting rotation has officially found its front man in Ben Sheets, who signed a one-year contract Tuesday worth $10 million plus incentives.

Johnson signing linked to new stadium

It was no coincidence that the Marlins announced the Josh Johnson signing at the site of their new ballpark. The revenues from the new facility will lead to more big-ticket deals.

Greinke, DeJesus do part in Haiti relief

Zack Greinke and David DeJesus opened their checkbooks and their hearts on Thursday, urging Kansas Citians to follow their lead in donating to victims of the Haiti earthquake.

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