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MLB trade rumors and news for March 20th, 2017

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Good morning baseball fans!

Here is a roundup of what’s going on around the National League East.

  • The Reds, Braves and Blue Jays are all interested in adding Kelly Johnson as a non-roster invitee.
  • This picture of Adam Jones’ incredible catch in the World Baseball Classic looks like a perfectly crafted Renaissance painting.
  • Josh Thole’s hamstring injury might be severe enough to keep him out for the entire season, according to Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic.
  • Is Giancarlo Stanton even real? This baseball doesn’t think so.
  • While we’re thinking about that, Manny Machado must be from whatever universe Giancarlo is from as well.
  • The Twins are expected to add left-hander Craig Breslow to their 40-man roster, according to Mike Berardino of The Pioneer Press.
  • This “MLB The Show” glitch is genuinely horrifying and hopefully not a premonition.
  • St. Louis might be among the clubs interested in free agent catcher Derek Norris, according to Nick Cafardo of The Boston Globe.
  • Miami is seeking third base depth in case Martin Prado’s injury in the WBC ends up requiring a long-term rehab assignment.
  • No fear Red Sox fans, the Citgo sign is safe and sound!
  • The Cardinals are attempting to give Matt Adams the opportunity to learn to play left field, according to MLB.com’s Jenifer Langosch.
  • Hey Charlotte Knights...you guys okay?

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Today in baseball: On March 20th, 2006, in his first appearance in a Nationals uniform, Alfonso Soriano refuses to play the outfield in an exhibition game against the Dodgers.

Question of the Day: Who are you rooting for in the World Baseball Classic?