Sanchez first player suspended under tougher MLB drug policy
MLB's new steroid policy sees Sanchez become the first player publicly identified as testing positive. His 10 day ban starts as the Devil Rays open vs Royals. The season also features Martinez with the Mets, Beltran in center, and more injury and roster notes across the league.
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Reds aim to reboot with off season moves and optimism
Cincinnati Reds fans gain renewed hope as front office reshapes the roster. After quiet winter meetings, December acquisitions bring pitching depth with Ben Weber and David Weathers and a safer third base option. Outfield features Ken Griffey Jr and Austin Kearns, plus players with World Series experience, aided by an extra 14 million in spend.
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New Faces On The Mound For Reds In Busy Offseason
The Reds signed and added five pitchers to bolster the rotation. Kent Mercker, 6-2 205, lefty, returned for a third stint after stops with Atlanta and Chicago, bringing a 69-65 career mark and key experience. Eric Milton, 6-3 207, once an All-Star, became Cincinnati’s top off-season signing and aims to lead with 12 wins per season. Ramon Ortiz, 6-0 175, right-hander, former World Series winner, adds proven rotation depth. David Weathers, 6-3 230, veteran reliever, compliments the bullpen with late-game savvy. Ben Weber, 6-4 205, reliever, returns after a standout Angels campaign and prior Mets/Giants stints, despite recent health hurdles.
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Reds go with improved arm power on Opening Day
Veteran Paul Wilson starts, facing Pedro Martinez in his first Mets game. Martinez seeks eighth Opening Day start, previously 3-1 with 2.51 ERA in Boston. Reds reshuffle with lefties in the leadoff spots, Griffey batting second rarely, Dunn cleanup, Freel and Pesia on the bench if injuries strike. Rotation upgrade includes Milton Harang Ortiz Claussen, bullpen older but steadier. last year’s staff had a 5.19 ERA.
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Opening Day in Cincinnati Highlights Politicians and Military Honors
Hal McCoy reports on Cincinnati Opening Day featuring U S Representative Rob Portman as the first pitch thrower and Staff Sgt Felita Rowe singing the National Anthem with B 2 aircraft flyovers. The day recalls memories from 1956 and notes the 1996 tragedy of umpire John McSherry. The Reds game starts at 2 05 p m.
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