The Latest Breaking News from ARIZ

Andrew Vaughn’s goal is to return to the Chicago White Sox ‘sooner rather than later’ from a hip pointer

GLENDALE, ARIZ. — Andrew Vaughn landed on his hip after diving in right-center to rob Hanser Alberto of an extra-base hit during Sunday’s Cactus League game at Camelback Ranch.

Chicago Tribune · Mar 30, 2022

Mike Trout’s influence on Cubs’ Seiya Suzuki goes beyond that viral moment: ‘You know you’re making an impact’

MESA, Ariz. — A bashful smile crossed Seiya Suzuki’s face at the mention of his viral moment.

Chicago Tribune · Mar 29, 2022

Donny Sands was once homeless. Now he’s trying to make the Phillies.

CLEARWATER, Fla. — It took Donny Sands three weeks to convince his mother, Alma, to sell her car. The Phillies catching prospect had just bought her a brand new Mercedes Benz with his signing bonus. It was pristine, but that was the problem. She didn’t want to drive it anywhere.…

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Mar 25, 2022

Geoff Baker: Kraken GM Ron Francis now must finish repair job that began with trades

GLENDALE, Ariz. — It was just Friday that defenseman Jeremy Lauzon was trotted out solo for the Kraken's first public autograph-signing session.

Tribune News Service · Mar 24, 2022

Kosuke Fukudome — still playing in Japan at age 44 — says Cubs fans ‘will love to see’ Seiya Suzuki play

MESA, Ariz. — If anyone understands what awaits Japanese star Seiya Suzuki at Wrigley Field, it’s his countryman Kosuke Fukudome.

Chicago Tribune · Mar 24, 2022

Mariners agree to deal with veteran reliever Sergio Romo

PEORIA, Ariz. — After losing Casey Sadler to season-ending shoulder surgery Sunday, the Mariners are adding a possible replacement to fill his setup role.

Tribune News Service · Mar 23, 2022

‘Your story needs to be told’: How Ruth Ryan nudged Nolan into OKing doc on life, pitching career

SURPRISE, Ariz. — You know how it is with kids. If they want something to which dad won’t accede, then they’ll go find mom.

Tribune News Service · Mar 23, 2022

Snell expects to be ready to start season for Padres, but it will be slow going again

PEORIA, Ariz. —By the end of last season, Blake Snell was pitching as well as he ever had. Better even.

Tribune News Service · Mar 22, 2022

Craig Kimbrel prepares for any role with the Chicago White Sox after being the subject of trade speculation

GLENDALE, ARIZ. — Craig Kimbrel’s name came up in trade speculation during the offseason.

Chicago Tribune · Mar 18, 2022

Chicago White Sox reportedly sign pitcher Vince Velasquez

GLENDALE, ARIZ. — The Chicago White Sox reportedly added pitching depth Sunday, signing Vince Velasquez.

Chicago Tribune · Mar 13, 2022