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Three-time Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander is returning to the team with which he started his career, signing a one-year deal with the Detroit Tigers.

Tristan H. Cockcroft gives newcomers tips on how to best use the tools available to them in ESPN's fantasy baseball game.

Three years after an epic end to the World Baseball Classic, American stars are pitching in like never before.

The Phillies are looking to trade outfielder Nick Castellanos ahead of their first full-squad workout of spring training. Meanwhile, ace Zack Wheeler seems unlikely to be ready for Opening Day as he recovers from blood clot surgery.

The Astros hope to learn more later this week about the health of All-Star closer Josh Hader, who is continuing to recover from a shoulder injury suffered in August.

Arizona Diamondbacks left-handed pitcher Andrew Saalfrank will miss the season after shoulder surgery, the team confirmed on Monday.

Second baseman Ketel Marte has no ill feelings after the Diamondbacks were open to the possibility of trading him this offseason, saying "I want to be here."

The Detroit Tigers will have their local television broadcasts produced and distributed by Major League Baseball this season. The deal also includes the NHL's Red Wings. Both the Tigers and Wings are owned by Ilitch Sports + Entertainment.

Right-hander Chris Paddack and the Miami Marlins agreed to a one-year, $4 million deal, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

The White Sox are nearing an agreement on a one-year contract with free agent pitcher Erick Fedde, sources tell ESPN.