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Gerrit Cole Rules Out Opening Day as Rehab Progress Points to First‑Half Return

Team officials now target a first‑half 2026 debut that will shape their winter pitching plans.

Red Sox Expected to Keep Triston Casas as They Weigh First-Base/DH Additions

Royals Owner John Sherman Backs Leadership, Says Payroll Is 'In a Good Spot'

Mets’ Rotation Under Review After Collapse as Stearns Questions Senga’s Reliability

Mets' Tylor Megill Undergoes Tommy John Surgery, Likely Out Most of 2026