Bogaerts, Xander

Xander Bogaerts and the San Diego Padres Adjust Expectations

A roster that boasts 37 All-Star selections has one of Major League Baseball’s highest payrolls. It comes with loads of enthusiasm, and expectations to match.

By Scott Miller

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What We’ve Learned (So Far) at the World Baseball Classic

Shohei Ohtani and Japan are a juggernaut, the Netherlands look tough, time zones can be confusing and an unfamiliar streaming service appears to be working out.

By Benjamin Hoffman

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Sustainable? Manny Machado and Padres Agree on $350 Million Contract

Amid doubt that San Diego could maintain its enormous payroll, the team gave Manny Machado a $350 million extension. “There is a risk in doing nothing, too.”

By Scott Miller

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Carlos Correa and the History of Baseball’s 10-Year Contracts

Carlos Correa, Trea Turner and Xander Bogaerts were each signed to deals of 11 or more years this off-season. History suggests they could be on the move relatively soon.

By Scott Miller

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