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.
Author: Bob Nightengale, USA TODAY
Hall of Fame pitcher Tom Seaver, diagnosed with dementia, responsible for Mets’ identity
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Luis Severino is down, and while the Yankees hold their breath, they may start calling about suitable replacements.
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Phillies owner John Middleton says spending $330 million for Bryce Harper wasn’t ‘stupid money.’
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‘Wake-up call’: Public awareness of human trafficking important for change, Albert Pujols and ex-MLB GM say
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Padres still can’t believe they landed Manny Machado
San Diego was told that unless they were willing to talked about a deal for at least $250 million, there was no point in talking.
Still reeling from Chargers’ move, San Diego gets a jolt with Manny Machado joining Padres
San Diego is awakened with Manny Machado joining the Padres.