Sources: Carlos Correa, Minnesota Twins agree to 3-year, $105.3 million deal with opt-outs  —  Shortstop Carlos Correa and the Minnesota Twins are in agreement on a three-year, $105.3 million contract that includes opt-outs after the first two seasons, sources confirmed to ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Breaking down the likelihood (or unlikelihood) of Donovan Mitchell coming to the Knicks  —  Ever since Leon Rose took over as Knicks president two years ago, the home run has lurked.  It has taken on different forms and players, but it's always chilling in the background …

Patrick Williams (wrist) is cleared for full contact — and the Chicago Bulls forward could return in the next 2 weeks  —  SALT LAKE CITY — After five months waiting on the sidelines, Patrick Williams is poised to make his return for the Chicago Bulls in the next two weeks.

David Ortiz was targeted by drug kingpin in 2019 shooting, according to Ed Davis's findings  —  Red Sox great David Ortiz was shot point-blank in the back in his native Dominican Republic in 2019 because a notorious international drug kingpin whose path he crossed multiple times wanted him dead …

Boston Red Sox, Trevor Story agree to six-year, $140M contract, sources confirm  —  Trevor Story and the Boston Red Sox have agreed to a six-year, $140 million contract, sources confirmed to ESPN.  —  The deal includes an opt-out after the fourth season, sources said.

'The most toxic environment I've ever been a part of': Inside Urban Meyer's disastrous year with Jaguars  —  Urban Meyer burst into a room full of players at the Jaguars' facility.  He was furious.  —  One of his players had missed an assignment during a preseason game, leading to a busted play.

Pete Alonso feeling strong and believes Mets' culture will be changed on field  —  WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — These first years of Pete Alonso's career have been full of wild statistics, from him leading the majors in home runs since his debut (106, the only player to reach triple digits) …

Reds notes: Jose Barrero sidelined; Vladimir Gutierrez not taking anything for granted … GOODYEAR, Ariz. - Jose Barrero, competing for the Cincinnati Reds' starting shortstop job, didn't participate in Saturday's workout and won't play in at least the first few spring training games because of a sore left wrist.

Mets starting third baseman Eduardo Escobar ready to take on leadership role in clubhouse  —  PORT ST. LUCIE — Almost every morning, Eduardo Escobar begins his day by spreading positivity.  —  Escobar posts a supportive message on Instagram, encouraging his fans to work hard and follow their dreams.

Seth Curry returns to help Nets avoid devastating loss to Trail Blazers  —  There was no way the Nets were giving away another game.  —  After Spencer Dinwiddie hit the buzzer-beating shot to win it at Barclays Center on Wednesday, the Nets stared another disappointing defeat in the face …

Chicago Bears say they will not sign Larry Ogunjobi — their top offseason acquisition — because of a failed physical  —  Friday was supposed to be a festive day at Halas Hall, a chance for the Chicago Bears to formally introduce three new additions to their roster.

Yankees' catching depth takes blow with Ben Rortvedt injury  —  SARASOTA - The Yankees' already thin catching situation has taken another hit this spring, as newly acquired Ben Rortvedt has been sidelined with an oblique injury, according to Aaron Boone.  —  The 24-year-old is still doing …