Carlos Gonzalez, after HR off Johnny Cueto, says Rockies sending a message  —  ROCKIES 8, GIANTS 6  —  Scottsdale, Ariz. — Johnny Cueto and his $130 million contract debuted Wednesday in a San Francisco Giants uniform, pitching in his first Cactus League game.  Rockies right fielder Carlos Gonzalez didn't get a long look.

Adrian Beltre Seeks Three-Year Deal From Rangers  —  Rangers third baseman Adrian Beltre is looking for a three-year deal in extension talks with the club, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports (Twitter links).  He's also hoping to out-earn Pablo Sandoval on an annual basis, per the report …

Prince Fielder to participate in study because of problems sleeping  —  GOODYEAR, Ariz. — Rangers slugger Prince Fielder returned to Texas on Wednesday to take part in a sleep study after having trouble getting rest during spring training.  —  The study is supposed to last 48 hours.

Gallardo Rocked in Orioles Debut, Ruf Hits 2 HRs for Phils  —  CLEARWATER, Fla. — Yovani Gallardo had a rough debut for the Orioles, Darin Ruf hit two homers for the Phillies and Philadelphia beat Baltimore 8-4 Wednesday.  —  Gallardo allowed three runs and four hits in two innings.

Mariners expect Scribner, Cook to open season on disabled list  —  Injuries create increased opportunities for Tony Zych and Joel Peralta  —  LHP Danny Hultzen sidelined again as shoulder problems resurface  —  Felix Hernandez throws live BP, says he's ready for Cactus League debut

Cardinals Catcher Molina Makes Nice Tag in Spring Debut  —  JUPITER, Fla. — There was no hesitation from Yadier Molina.  The St. Louis Cardinals catcher stepped up and made the play.  —  Molina executed the maneuver that got him injured, a sweeping tag at the plate, saving a run in his spring training debut.

Arrieta Sharp in Spring Debut, Indians Beat Cubs  —  MESA, Ariz. — NL Cy Young Award winner Jake Arrieta struck out four in two perfect innings of his spring debut as the Chicago Cubs lost to the Cleveland Indians 5-3 Wednesday.  —  Arrieta registered 96 mph on the stadium scoreboard radar gun with his fastball.

Pujols, Trout Star, Pitchers Struggle as Dodgers Tie Angels  —  TEMPE, Ariz. — Albert Pujols collected his first two hits since offseason foot surgery, Mike Trout tripled and doubled, and the Los Angeles Angels roughed up Scott Kazmir in a 13-13, nine-inning tie with the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday.

Four teams pursue C.J. Anderson early  —  Running back C.J. Anderson is quickly drawing interest on the restricted free agency market.  —  Per a source with knowledge of the situation, the Patriots, Dolphins, 49ers, and Bears already have expressed interest in man who currently is the best tailback on the Denver roster.

Jeremy Hellickson scratched from start with the flu  —  CLEARWATER, Fla. - Jeremy Hellickson was sent home from camp on Wednesday morning with the flu and will miss his scheduled start against Baltimore.  —  Hellickson is one of several players that have been sick this spring with what the team called the …

Matt Hasselbeck to Join ESPN, Mike Ditka Removed From Sunday Countdown  —  Matt Hasselbeck, the quarterback who spent the last three seasons with the Indianapolis Colts, is expected to join ESPN this week, where he'll replace Mike Ditka on the network's marquee football show, Sunday Countdown, three sources told The Big Lead.