Dodgers OF Andre Ethier out 10-14 weeks after fracturing right tibia  —  GLENDALE, Ariz. — Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Andre Ethier will be out 10 to 14 weeks after fracturing his right tibia.  —  Ethier, the projected starter in left field this year, was injured after fouling a ball off …

Farm System Rankings: Overall  —  Dodgers, Braves close at top of list for best Minor League talent … 30. Los Angeles Angels  —  The best thing to say about the Angels system, at this point, is that these rankings stories are over.  The Halos ranked 29th for position players …

Ground Rule Doppelgangers  —  At any given point during a baseball franchise's history, a variety of factors combine to make up an organizational fingerprint.  These factors indicate the organization's past, present, and future plans as well as its recent success and potential for future success.

Notes: Jayson Werth's deal could be an issue for the Nationals' crowded outfield  —  The Nationals' seven-year, $126 million commitment to Jayson Werth could prove to be a burden on multiple fronts.  —  Werth's $21 million salaries in both 2016 and ‘17 restricted the Nats’ ability to sign …

Brewers' Liriano hospitalized after being hit by pitch  —  PHOENIX (AP) Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Rymer Liriano suffered multiple facial fractures Sunday when he was hit in the face by a pitch.  —  Liriano was carried off the field on a backboard.  The team said he was expected …

With opt-out looming, Red Sox outfielder David Murphy says he's unlikely to accept assignment to minors and would consider retirement  —  FORT MYERS, Fla. — David Murphy's opt-out looms on Sunday, and not only is the veteran outfielder disinclined to accept an assignment to Triple-A Pawtucket …

‘Historic’ game in Cuba ignores the pain so many people endured  —  Another loss.  That's what this already feels like to so much of Miami — before the “historic” baseball game has even been played.  As if the Cubans who fled to this country haven't already felt enough of those losses over the decades.

The Surprise Five: Thoughts from Monday at Rangers camp  —  Top prospects among the roster cuts Profar, only 23, feels like a prospect again  —  Best camp of the Big Three?  Go with Gallo  —  jwilson@star-telegram.com  —  SURPRISE, ARIZ.  —  Significant cuts were made Monday at Texas Rangers camp …

Reds' Homer Bailey impresses in live batting practice  —  GOODYEAR, Ariz. — Monday afternoon Homer Bailey took yet another step toward returning to the Reds, throwing live batting practice for the first time.  —  Bailey threw five pitches each to four different batters — Billy Hamilton …

Brussels attacks: 26 die in 2 explosions at Brussels Airport, 1 at subway station  —  Brussels, Belgium (CNN)Three explosions that ripped through the Belgian capital of Brussels on Tuesday killed at least 26 people and wounded 130 more, according to Belgian media, and raised the reality of terror once again in the heart of Europe.

Carson Smith To Be Placed On DL  —  Red Sox reliever Carson Smith will be placed on the disabled list after an MRI revealed that he has suffered a strain of his flexor mass muscle, as Michael Silverman of the Boston Herald tweets.  Smith is expected to pitch this year, but there is currently no timetable for his potential return.

Indians continue to inquire about adding depth to their outfield  —  The Indians are not comfortable with the state of their outfield, even with left fielder Michael Brantley ahead of schedule in his return from right shoulder surgery.  —  The team, in search of an upgrade …