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Bob Costas will host NBC's 'Sunday Night Baseball' season opener on March 26 and contribute to the network's MLB coverage. This marks his return after leaving NBC in 2019, with plans to cover the Dodgers' opener and other key games, alongside other notable broadcasters.
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On February 19, 2026, the inaugural Board of Peace meeting chaired by former US President Donald Trump convened in Washington, D.C., with delegations from over 20 countries including Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. The meeting aimed to raise billions for Gaza's reconstruction and discuss deploying an international stabilization force amid ongoing ceasefire violations and political tensions.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers have re-signed key players Hernández and Muncy, securing their future with multi-year deals. Hernández returns after injury, while Muncy extends his contract, ensuring stability in their roster ahead of spring training. The team also added pitcher Montgomery in a recent trade.
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The Baltimore Orioles signed pitcher Chris Bassitt to a one-year, $18.5 million deal, adding experience to their rotation. Bassitt, 37, joins a team aiming to improve its pitching after finishing last in the AL East last season. The deal includes incentives and follows recent roster moves.
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The Minnesota Twins' outfielder Byron Buxton experienced discomfort during warmups, delaying his season debut. Meanwhile, Dodgers pitcher Gavin Stone returned from a shoulder injury, showing promising signs of recovery after a significant surgery. Both teams are adjusting their rosters amid injury setbacks.
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Shohei Ohtani leads Japan into the World Baseball Classic with a joyful team atmosphere. He inspired team cohesion through cultural celebrations and showcased his power at spring training. Despite pitching concerns, Japan aims to defend its title against Taiwan, emphasizing team spirit and national pride.
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Shohei Ohtani pitched effectively in his spring training debut for the Dodgers, showing no signs of rust after injury. He struck out four over 4 1/3 scoreless innings, focusing on pitching ahead of the season start on March 26. Ohtani also plans to serve as a designated hitter in upcoming games.