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SAN FRANCISCO — Turns out there’s a simple solution to a streaky, strikeout-prone offense: sensational pitching. That is the formula, at least, that worked for the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday night.

SAN FRANCISCO — When Max Muncy was struggling last season, out of whack at the plate because of a lingering elbow injury that contributed to woeful inconsistency, the Dodgers’ slugger added a back step to his hitting mechanics.

After a spectacular beginning to his career, Bellinger hopes moving to the Cubs will help cure his recent hitting and injury ills.

LOS ANGELES — Andrew Friedman sat with his newest star acquisition to his left, a group of enthusiastically trustful fans screaming his praises from nearby, and smiled as he made a bold proclamation about the Dodgers' fortunes 12 months ago.

They lost their cornerstone, their shaggy leader, Justin Turner heading off to hated Boston.

LOS ANGELES — This isn't just about what's best for Shohei Ohtani anymore. This is about what's best for baseball.

“Superman.” “A unicorn.” There were many ways to describe Ohtani’s performance in the WBC final, but we will leave it to Mike Trout: “He’s the best.”

MIAMI — Team USA manager Mark DeRosa felt confident in his team’s lineup no matter who would throw for Japan on Tuesday night.

PHOENIX — Mike Trout's expectations for the World Baseball Classic were high. He had been looking forward to the event since Team USA won the last tournament in 2017. The Angels' superstar center fielder was the first player to commit to play for the U.S. this time around and helped…