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White Sox Slash Payroll Amidst Historic Losing Season and Potential Sale

Facing historically low expectations after a 41-121 season in 2024, the Chicago White Sox have slashed their payroll to $74.1 million, the lowest in MLB except for the Marlins, as owner Jerry Reinsdorf explores a potential sale with possible involvement from billionaire Justin Ishbia.

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Rays' Opening Day Rotation Altered by McClanahan Injury

The Tampa Bay Rays' Opening Day starting rotation will consist of five right-handed pitchers due to injuries to Shane McClanahan (left triceps nerve irritation) and Jeffrey Springs (traded). Ryan Pepiot will start on Opening Day, highlighting the team's depth and injury challenges.

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Dodgers Begin Title Defense in Tokyo with All-Japanese Pitching Matchup

The Los Angeles Dodgers begin their quest for back-to-back World Series titles on March 26th in Tokyo, Japan against the Chicago Cubs, featuring an all-Japanese pitching matchup of Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Shota Imanaga. The game starts at 3:10 a.m. in California, and marks the start of the 2025 MLB s...

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Japanese Stars Revitalize MLB, Boosting Ratings and Global Appeal

The 2023 World Series' record-high ratings, a 42% increase in MLB television ratings, and a 32% spike in Asian viewership are largely due to the rising popularity of Japanese stars like Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, transforming baseball into a global sport.

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Five Mets Prospects Poised for 2025 Breakout

Five New York Mets prospects—Eli Serrano, Raimon Gómez, A.J. Ewing, Jacob Reimer, and Edgar Moreta—are projected to significantly rise in team rankings by 2025 due to their performance improvements and the Mets' enhanced player development program.

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Quality Education
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Cubs Add Rule 5 Draft Pick Workman to Opening Day Roster

Gage Workman, a 25-year-old Rule 5 draft pick, secured a spot on the Chicago Cubs' Opening Day roster after an impressive spring training performance (.414 average, 1.214 OPS), leading to the release of several other players, including veteran Nicky Lopez, and a trip to the Tokyo Series.

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Yankees Face Steep Climb After Spring Training Injury Crisis

The New York Yankees face a challenging 2025 season due to significant injuries to key players, including ace Gerrit Cole (Tommy John surgery), and the uncertain status of Giancarlo Stanton and Luis Gil, demanding immediate contributions from young players and impacting their World Series aspiration...

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Trilateral Meeting: Japan, China, South Korea to Boost Cooperation

Japan, China, and South Korea's foreign ministers met in Tokyo on Saturday, agreeing to promote future-oriented cooperation and hold a summit soon amid global uncertainties.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Japan Requests Clarification on Taiwan's Osaka Expo Pavilion

Japan requested that Taiwan's Osaka Expo pavilion be explicitly labeled as privately operated to avoid any implication of official recognition, given the absence of diplomatic ties between the two.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Yankees Face Major Injury Crisis Entering 2025 Season

The New York Yankees face a major setback entering the 2025 season with ace Gerrit Cole requiring Tommy John surgery and top prospect Luis Gil sidelined for at least six weeks, along with multiple other injuries to key players, forcing the team to rely on their minor league system to fill the gaps.

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MLB Pitcher Injuries Fuel Trade and Free-Agent Frenzy

Multiple MLB teams, including the Yankees, Orioles, and Mariners, are facing significant starting pitcher injuries, creating a sudden demand for veteran free agents like Kyle Gibson and Lance Lynn and increasing the likelihood of unexpected trades.

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Cubs' Tokyo Series Forces Early Roster Decisions

The Chicago Cubs will open their 2024 season with two games in Tokyo against the Los Angeles Dodgers on March 18-19, forcing them to make critical roster decisions before March 12, impacting player preparation and pitching strategies.

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