Taj Bradley, a Minnesota Twins starter, has opted out of the World Baseball Classic just days before he was set to join Team Mexico. Instead, he will remain in Fort Myers, Florida, to focus on the upcoming MLB season, underscoring the essential role of spring training in a player’s preparation.

Returning from injury, pitcher Brayan Bello showed no signs of rust as he guided the Red Sox to a decisive 8-3 win over the Mariners on Tuesday night.

The Los Angeles Angels are on the brink of securing their fifth consecutive series win as they prepare to face the Houston Astros, aiming to replicate a streak they last achieved in 2018. This potential milestone marks a strong start to their season.