Aaron Boone is set to have open heart surgery on Thursday to replace his aortic valve. It's a condition that Boone knew eventually would have to occur.
Kevin Youkilis is hoping to back in the Red Sox lineup Monday after sitting out with Achilles tendinitis and an ankle sprain. It forced his early exit from the WBC. (Ryan Braun replaced him on the roster.)
Corey Koskie tried to make a comeback with the Cubs this spring after sitting out the last 2 years. But Koskie, who suffered from post-concussion syndrome, called it quits after pulling himself from a spring training game after feeling light headed.
Phillies starter Cole Hamels threw a bullpen session on Saturday, and said afterwards that his sore elbow felt better.
Catcher Josh Bard, released by the Red Sox this past week, has signed a minor league deal with the Nationals.
Twins catcher Joe Mauer will miss opening day with lower back problems.
Outfielder Vernon Wells returned to the Blue Jays lineup after missing a month due to a bad hamstring.
Sunday, March 22, 2009
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