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James Wood Rejects Load-Management Talk: ‘I Want To Play Every Game’

“I want to stay healthy the whole year,” Wood said. “I want to play every game.” The Nationals outfielder said offseason work with the training staff has his “body in a good spot,” adding, “If I’m healthy and I can play, I want to be in the lineup.” Last season, he averaged .256 with 31 HR in 157 games.

By Tanish Chachra

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5 months ago

Miles Mikolas Slams MLBPA Backing Jurickson Profar Appeal

Mikolas said the union shouldn’t bankroll Profar’s appeal after a failed test. “More honest ways… than… doing steroids,” he said, backing help only for “improper” testing. He cited a player who spent “$100,000” on lawyers over a GNC supplement later cleared. “If he’s innocent… defend himself,” Mikolas added. He said players with money and time can handle it alone.

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Aaron Judge ‘Loves’ Hitting at Daikin Park, Embraces Team USA Moment

Judge said he “loves” hitting at Daikin Park ahead of Team USA’s WBC games. “Had some tough memories here, had some good memories. Now, getting a chance to wear the red, white, and blue, we're going to have some great memories,” he said, praising the venue and saying he expects the crowd to help fuel big moments and team unity.

By Abhay Aggarwal

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Clay Holmes Backs Yankees Teammate Aaron Judge as Team USA Captain

Star pitcher Holmes said Judge was the natural choice to captain Team USA at the World Baseball Classic. Holmes, who was Judge’s teammate at the New York Yankees, praised his presence in the clubhouse. “He’s just a leader. It comes natural for him,” Holmes said, noting Judge’s ability to command respect and bring players together.

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Nasim Nunez Says He Nearly Quit Switch-Hitting Before ‘Breakthrough’

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Nasim Nunez Says He Nearly Quit Switch-Hitting Before ‘Breakthrough’

Nunez said last year he almost stopped hitting left-handed because it was “killing me,” but not quitting became his “breakthrough moment.” Overloaded by advice, he “lost my mind to gain a better perspective,” then flipped it: “I’m a right-handed hitter… why don’t I just teach myself how to hit left-handed.” His tip to kids: do what’s natural, “master it."

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Shohei Ohtani’s 2023 WBC MVP Line Sets Stage for Japan Opener

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Shohei Ohtani’s 2023 WBC MVP Line Sets Stage for Japan Opener

Ohtani enters Japan’s World Baseball Classic opener with a 2023 benchmark few can match: MVP honors, a .435 average, .606 OBP, 8 RBIs and a 1.345 OPS. Underdog MLB flagged the line as a reminder of his two-way impact. Japan opens the tournament Friday against Chinese Taipei, with eyes on another deep run.

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