Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

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Cardinals Spring Training tidbits

Dustin McGowan — sidelined since July 2008 with a right shoulder injury — logged two innings at the Bobby Mattick Training Center, throwing to a quartet of Minor League hitters while members of the Blue Jays’ brass monitored the performance.

Edwar Ramirez will have a chance to see if his Bugs Bunny changeup can pay dividends in the American League West, as he was dealt Tuesday by the Yankees to the Rangers in exchange for cash considerations.

New signing Hank Blalock is not sure what his role will be with the Rays, but the slugger will give his best effort as he tries to impress during Spring Training.

Nationals right-hander Stephen Strasburg made his Spring Training debut against the Tigers at Space Coast Stadium on Tuesday afternoon and pitched two scoreless innings.

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Nats’ Morgan apologizes to Riggleman

If you’re looking for a sleeper pick to earn a spot on the Marlins’ roster in Spring Training, keep an eye on the position battles at the corner-infield spots.

Brian Roberts’ progression in rehabbing a slight herniated disc in his back hit a speed bump on Monday night, after taking medication that upset his stomach.

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Gammons: Heyward hard at work to play

Yankee Stadium will play host to the inaugural New Era Pinstripe Bowl on Dec. 30, 2010, the Yankees announced at a news conference on Tuesday morning, held in conjunction with the Big 12 Conference, the Big East Conference, ESPN and New Era.