Author: Bob Nightengale, USA TODAY

There is a fear among left-handed relievers, particularly specialists, that baseball’s new rules requiring pitchers to face at least three batters could result in lost jobs.

Brodie Van Wangenen shocked the baseball world by becoming GM, and now has become the ultimate showman all while making the Mets relevant again.

A five-time All-Star, Jones took a $14 million pay cut from his 2018 salary, signing a one-year deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Bryce Harper, in his Phillies debut, said he’s never seen a team employ four outfielders against him, as Toronto did. He doesn’t want to see it again.

Luis Severino is down, and while the Yankees hold their breath, they may start calling about suitable replacements.

Hall of Fame pitcher John Smoltz says MLB needs to make drastic changes. He proposes a split-season schedule, just as they do in the minor leagues.

Cardinals pitcher Alex Reyes, once the top prospect in baseball, makes his return, vowing to reclaim his status as one of the finest young pitchers.

It wasn’t long ago Miguel Cabrera was celebrated as one of baseball’s most feared hitters. Now at 35, he symbolizes the risk of long-term mega deals.