Sources: Royals seek payback for Noah Syndergaard pitch in World Series  —  PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — Perhaps it is nothing more than mind games, an intimidation ploy.  But multiple industry sources told Newsday that the Royals have been quietly signaling their intent to seek retribution against the Mets on Opening Night.

Baseball's Latest Recruit Is an iPad  —  Deal between Apple, Major League Baseball makes tablets, strategy apps available to coaches  —  There will be a new player in Major League Baseball dugouts this season: the iPad.  Apple Inc. and MLB signed a multi-year agreement to equip every team …

Padres Acquire Dan Straily From Astros For Erik Kratz  —  The Padres have acquired righty Dan Straily from the Astros in exchange for veteran catcher Erik Kratz, the clubs have announced.  Houston had been searching for another backstop after losing presumed reserve Max Stassi to injury.

Phillies release Edward Mujica as bullpen takes shape  —  CLEARWATER, Fla. — Edward Mujica sat at his locker Tuesday morning.  He dipped into a small water bottle and did not bother changing into his Phillies uniform as he awaited his fate.  At 8:22 a.m., pitching coach Bob McClure summoned the veteran reliever.

Rangers Acquire Bryan Holaday From Tigers  —  The Rangers announced that they have acquired catcher Bryan Holaday from the Tigers in exchange for right-hander Myles Jaye and catcher Bobby Wilson.  In a related move, the Rangers have designated left-handed pitcher Sam Freeman for assignment.

Rangers Release Drew Stubbs  —  The Rangers have released outfielder Drew Stubbs, per an announcement from club executive VP of communications John Blake.  —  He had exercised his opt-out provision, Jeff Wilson of the Forth Worth Star-Telegram reports (Twitter links).

Will Smith To Attempt Knee Rehab; Out At Least 6 Weeks  —  Brewers reliever Will Smith will attempt to rehab his ailing right knee, as Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reports.  The hope is that an approximately three-week layoff before throwing will allow the southpaw …

Foltynewicz rocked for 4 homers in 3 innings vs. Astros  —  LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. - The Braves are still evaluating whether to have Mike Foltynewicz open the season as their No. 5 starter, and his performance Monday night might've convinced them he could use a bit more time to prepare.

Welcome to Pittsburgh, home of baseball's most dynamic pitching laboratory  —  Pitching coach Ray Searage leads an unorthodox crew that has revitalized plenty of pitchers in Pirates uniforms.  —  Justin K. Aller/Getty Images  —  BRADENTON, Fla. —  Pirates pitching coach Ray Searage sat …

Braves send lefty Alex Torres to minors  —  LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. - While the Braves releasing outfielder Nick Swisher on Monday wasn't a surprise to those who cover the team, their other roster move of the day, reassigning left-handed reliever Alex Torres to minor league camp, was unexpected.