Dodgers benefit from own lineup snafu

Don Mattingly’s first day as Spring Training manager of the Dodgers ended in a 4-4 tie against the D-backs, but he’ll probably remember it more for a baseball rarity after his team batted out of order as a result of its own lineup-card snafu.

Carter C’s-ing day at Mets camp

Chris Carter has been swinging a hot stick, and he’s already garnered two nicknames this Spring Training. But the one thing the young outfielder wants to be called come Opening Day is a big leaguer.

Braves pleased by Glaus’ fast start

Given that he played just 14 games last year, there was reason to believe Troy Glaus might struggle during the early weeks of Spring Training.

Peavy risk? No sweat for White Sox

Right-hander Jake Peavy, acquired at last July’s non-waiver Trade Deadline, is spending his first Spring Training with the White Sox, and he clearly looks like a formidable force with the South Siders.

Jackson shows power is back

For some veterans, Spring Training is a way to work on their game and ease into the routine of playing baseball again. Conor Jackson, though, knew it would be a different story for him this spring.

Jurrjens cleared for Spring Training takeoff

After completing another pain-free live batting practice session on Tuesday, Jair Jurrjens took another positive step and gained clearance to make his Grapefruit League season debut on Thursday night against the Yankees in Tampa.

Johan passes Grapefruit League test

The Spring Training debut of Johan Santana left much to be desired in terms of artistry — four runs in 1 2/3 innings, not that anyone, including Santana, was unsettled by what was little more than a cameo appearance.

Clement looks like a natural at first

Learning to play first base hasn’t actually been quite so difficult for Jeff Clement, who continues to work on the transition from catching during his first Spring Training with the Pirates.

Sore right shoulder shelves Gamel

Facing a few more lost days in Spring Training, Brewers third baseman Mat Gamel conceded on Tuesday that he may have tried to come back too early from a sore right shoulder.

Strasburg steals show vs. Tigers

Stephen Strasburg struck out two and tossed two scoreless innings in his Spring Training debut, but the Nationals fell to the Tigers, 9-4, on Tuesday.

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