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Real or not? We hand out a verdict for MLB's biggest early disappointments
Some struggling teams and players are showing signs of season-long problems, but a few just might be able to change their fortunes.


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'IT WAS SERIOUS'
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MLB WATCHABILITY INDEX
Who are the most entertaining teams and players in MLB right now? Our experts weigh in
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MIX OF GOOD AND BAD
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RANKING THE MLB STARS IN NEW CITIES
Have the nine-figure free-agent signings lived up to their deals? Ranking the MLB stars in new cities
After a wild offseason of movement, which stars are shining brightest -- or failing to deliver -- in their new homes?

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MLB has taken active measures to make the play of the ball more consistent, after displeasure from players. Todd Zola dives into what happened with the ball, and how it's working.
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- Marlins' López, Brewers' Houser lose arbitration
- Anderson wants 'no friendship' with Donaldson
- Pederson chats with Bonds, hits 3 HRs in wild win
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