USA powers its way over Canada  —  Youkilis, McCann, Dunn homer in opener of Pool C round  —  TORONTO — If the first game was any kind of indicator, the fans of Team USA baseball are in for one very memorable opening round of the World Baseball Classic.  —  The Americans …

Rodriguez Weighs a Hybrid Treatment for Hip  —  As Alex Rodriguez, medical experts and Yankees officials ponder whether to rest or repair the torn labrum in Rodriguez's right hip, a third option of how to treat the tear has gained momentum, according to a person in baseball familiar with the matter.

Twins sign Baker to four-year, $15.25 million deal  —  FORT MYERS, FLA. — The Twins announced today that they have signed pitcher Scott Baker to a four-year, $15.25 million contract with an option for 2013.  —  The team's release said the option year is worth $9.25 million.

Wang passes first test on right foot  —  Healthy right-hander handles first-inning drag bunt with ease  —  TAMPA, Fla. — Chien-Ming Wang says he no longer thinks about his right foot while pitching and that last year's injury has left his mind completely.

The Netherlands upsets Domincan Republic 3-2  —  SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Missing an injured Alex Rodriguez and several other stars, the Dominican Republic flopped at the plate Saturday and was upset by the Netherlands 3-2 in their World Baseball Classic opener.

Q and A with New York Yankees first baseman Mark Teixeira  —  TAMPA, Fla. — The pursuit of Mark Teixeira remained one of baseball's most compelling storylines.  Suitors included the Los Angeles Angels, Boston Red Sox, Washington Nationals and his hometown Baltimore Orioles.

Raissman: Mex shouldn't be quiet on own drug use  —  Keith Hernandez is quite vocal about most subjects, except his drug use in the '80s.  Retelling story could serve as a cautionary tale.  —  As a player, Keith Hernandez was outspoken.  As a broadcaster, even more so.

Notebook: Arms a luxury for Sox  —  PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. - With John Smoltz, Clay Buchholz, and Michael Bowden looming, the Red Sox may have enough arms to give their starting pitchers a break, a luxury few teams possess.  Perhaps no starter would be better served by a scheduled rest than Tim Wakefield.

Pelfrey out with leg injury  —  Mike Pelfrey felt discomfort during a bullpen session Friday and was diagnosed with a strain in his lower left leg, the team announced.  —  Pelfrey had an MRI exam Saturday in Florida to try to determine the cause of a rash on his swollen left ankle, a team source said.