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Lee gets off to solid start with Mariners: The Cliff Lee era for the Seattle Mariners began in earnest on Wednesday as the left-hander made his initial Cactus League start against the Rangers at Surprise Stadium.
Greinke works harder against Rox: Another day, another three shutout innings for Zack Greinke. Even so, Greinke's second start wasn't nearly an impressive as his 2010 Cactus League debut
Beckett, Red Sox working on deal: SI.com reported Wednesday that the Red Sox and Josh Beckett have"growing optimism"that a new pact can be struck within the next few weeks.
Nathan exploring all options for recovery: While the Twins and Joe Nathan are hoping that rest and rehab will allow his injured right elbow to heal in the near future, the closer does have other treatment options, if needed.
Pujols, Holliday to miss more time: The Cards will be without the heart of their order for at least a few days, with Matt Holliday coming down with a right intercostal injury and Albert Pujols still dealing with a sore lower back.
Hunter clarifies his comments: Angels center fielder Torii Hunter reacted with dismay on Wednesday when he heard about a newspaper story focusing on race in baseball that contained a quote casting him in an unfavorable light.
Mets, Reyes agree condition not serious: After another Mets medical scenario had taken an odd twist, a morning conversation among the Mets' hierarchy, the club's primary physician and an agent representing Jose Reyes put the club and Reyes on the same page.
Rizzo not changing plans for Strasburg: Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo said Wednesday that he was impressed with Stephen Strasburg's performance in Tuesday's loss to the Tigers. However, the young phenom's performance didn't do anything to change Rizzo's plans for him.
Mattingly dons manager's hat for Dodgers: Hitting coach Don Mattingly looked comfortable on his first semi-official morning as Dodgers manager, and in a few years, he might seem even more at home if he becomes the successor to Joe Torre.
Price exits after scare with bat shard: Rays left-hander David Price exited Wednesday's 8-6 win over the Red Sox after being struck on his glove hand with a broken bat, but he appears to be fine, having suffered only an abrasion to his right palm that did not require stitches.
Sandoval opening eyes defensively: For almost each hit the Giants' Pablo Sandoval has stroked this spring, he has made an eye-opening play afield. Kung Fu Panda, Gold Glove winner? Why not?
Visiting Tigers, Granderson is welcome: Curtis Granderson walked by the home clubhouse at Joker Marchant Stadium and ran into plenty of old teammates. He also ran into at least one old friend he never had the chance to play with: Johnny Damon.
Drabek looking forward to future with Jays: Kyle Drabek has been talking to his dad a lot these days. And why not? Drabek has a former Cy Young Award winner as a resource and the youngster has faced many new challenges since the Blue Jays acquired him from the Phillies over the winter.
Joba working to iron out wrinkles: The competition between Joba Chamberlain and Phil Hughes for the fifth spot in the Yankees' starting rotation could have taken a turn for the worse for Chamberlain after his performance in Wednesday's 9-8 win over the Tigers, but manager Joe Girardi clearly has a plan in place for the two pitchers.
Peavy risk right up South Siders' alley: Right-hander Jake Peavy, acquired at last July's non-waiver Trade Deadline, is spending his first Spring Training with the White Sox, and he clearly looks like a formidable force with the South Siders.
Nomar calls it a career in Red Sox style: Nomar Garciaparra, a two-time batting champion and six-time All-Star, announced his retirement on Wednesday at a press conference held by his original team.
Cubs putting Bradley in the past: General manager Jim Hendry said Milton Bradley's implication that someone inside the Cubs organization sent him hate mail last year was"absolutely ridiculous"and the outfielder needs to"look in the mirror."
Heyward sits day after running into wall: Jason Heyward arrived at ESPN's Wide World of Sports complex on Wednesday prepared to play. But the Braves opted to take the precautionary route by providing him a day to rest his sore upper back.
Lidge feeling better with each passing day: Brad Lidge stretched with his Phillies teammates on Wednesday. When he was done, he walked over to a nearby field to throw batting practice for the first time this spring.
Damon out vs. Yankees with turf toe: Tigers outfielder Johnny Damon missed his first matchup with his old team on Wednesday due to turf toe in his left big toe, but the injury is not believed to be serious. Magglio Ordonez also missed the game with a muscle tweak behind his left knee. Both are day-to-day.

Theme: retired numbers
Date: Feb 01, 2004

Give the date that Jackie Robinson's number 42 was retired by all of Major League Baseball.

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"The way a team plays as a whole determines its success. You may have the greatest bunch of individual stars in the world, but if they don't play together, the club won't be worth a dime."

by Babe Ruth

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Joey Jay, a seventeen-year-old pitcher, signs with the Braves on June 24, 1953, becoming the first player to make it to the major leagues from Little League.