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World Baseball Classic: Nelson Cruz Is Dominican Republic’s General Manager

Serving as general manager in addition to his hitting duties, Nelson Cruz assembled one of the best baseball lineups in recent memory for the World Baseball Classic.

By James Wagner

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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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MLB and Union Disagree on Salary Cap as Cable Networks Crumble

The head of the players’ union spoke out against the concept of a salary cap, but team owners remain concerned about the sport’s economic model as cable networks struggle.

By James Wagner

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Manny Machado Gets First Violation of MLB’s Pitch Clock

Manny Machado was issued a strike for not being ready in the batter’s box as baseball got its first look at a sped-up game.

By James Wagner