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Mexico, USA dominant heading into Classic showdown (8 p.m. ET, FOX)

After steamrolling their World Baseball Classic opponents to start off 2-0, Mexico and the United States each face their stiffest test so far — and Team USA has Paul Skenes on the hill. 

Korea moves on to quarters with every run needed to settle 3-way tiebreaker

‘No … let me hit’: Soto calls game with HR to seal DR’s run-rule romp

Mexico mashes 4 homers in run-rule rout, setting up showdown vs. U.S.

Cuba keeps crushing, rolls into game vs. fellow unbeaten Puerto Rico (7 p.m., FS1)

Espressos flow once more in big win for Italy to improve to 2-0

Dominant Israel pitching holds Nicaragua to 2 singles, evening Classic record

Skubal talking with Tigers as he weighs Classic, Opening Day plans

With a short memory, Panama bounces back to down Canada and keep hopes alive

Dominican Republic puts perfect record on the line vs. Israel (Noon ET, FS1) 

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1 position battle still undecided for each team

With less than three weeks to go before Opening Day, there are still plenty of roster spots and key roles up for grabs, and here is one competition to watch in each Spring Training camp. 

This Skenes prank was a piece of cake

For Pirates outfielder Jake Mangum’s 30th birthday, Paul Skenes provided an elaborate cake with some personal touches. 

Logan Allen wins standoff vs. … Logan Allen?

Before Panama’s game against Canada, a national anthem standoff ensued between a pair of pitchers both named Logan Allen and both left-handers who have pitched for Cleveland.

‘He’s a big brother, for sure’

Nine rounds after the Pirates drafted MLB Pipeline No. 1 overall prospect Konnor Griffin, they took catcher Derek Berg. The two became roommates and Berg has become something between teammate and role model.

Yes, it’s THAT Alexei Ramirez

Ten years after his final MLB at-bat and 20 years after playing in the first Classic, Alexei Ramirez is back at 44 years old and is the oldest player in the tournament’s history. “I just love baseball,” he said. “I can’t give it up.”

Spring Training tripleheader on MLB Network

Catch the O’s and Cards at 1 p.m. ET (available in both markets), followed by the Dodgers and Brewers at 4 (available in Brewers’ market) and the Marlins and Mets at 6 (available in Marlins’ market).

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SCOREBOARD 

HOU 1
WSH 3

BOS 7
PIT 9

TOR 1
BAL 0

PHI 6
MIN 7

ATL 8
TB 9

DET 0
TOR 5

STL 2
MIA 2

NYY 4
NYM 10

AZ 4
CIN 13

LAA 4
ATH 7

LAD 7
ATH 11

SF 9
CHC 5

LAA 10
TEX 7

KC 4
CWS 5

CLE 4
COL 4

CIN 3
SD 14

SEA 3
MIL 6 

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Be smart with your return and your relationships

 Expecting a bill or nice refund from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)? Scammers are ramping up their efforts to dupe you. Remain vigilant and check out current tax scams the IRS has identified this season: 

• IRS impersonatorsThe IRS will not initiate contact with you by email or social media to request personal information. Phone scams impersonating the IRS often make legal threats. The IRS does not leave urgent messages and does not demand payment via gift card or crypto currency.
• Social media tax tipsBe wary of tax advice found on social media as it can potentially misguide you regarding eligibility for credits or refunds. Dishonest or uninformed tax preparers misrepresent rules for claiming credits which can lead to you filing an incorrect return. 
• Guaranteed return on investment (ROI)Scammers promote too good to be true investment returns, often through crypto, offshore platforms, or “tax-saving” programs and push urgent deposits for you to take advantage of “limited-time offers”. All legitimate investments come with a risk of loss. Check the firm with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) before investing and use verified investment platforms only.
• Are they really that into you?Romance scammers prey on the heartstrings, leaving their targets emotionally and financially scarred. By developing a relationship, building trust and asking for money to help them out of distress — these scammers convince you to hand over your tax refund or life’s savings. Never send or accept funds from someone you’ve only met online without verifying their identity.

Peter,

Last year, the Arizona legislature appropriated $3.4 million to expand 9th Grade On-Track programming. That appropriation meant that more than 4 times as many students will benefit from evidence-based programs to raise graduation rates, decrease absenteeism, and improve career and college preparedness.  

So, who’s going to benefit from this program expansion? Students in the Verde Valley because of Mingus Union High School District. And students in Mesa or Phoenix or Tolleson thanks to Mesa Public Schools, Phoenix Union, and Tolleson Union respectively.  

Support 9th Grade On-Track programs

We can’t forget Casa Grande, Apache Junction, or San Tan Valley (Casa Grande Union, Apache Junction Unified, and J.O. Combs, respectively). And Holbrook because of Holbrook Unified!  

That’s 8 districts collectively with over 20,000 students that will benefit from 9th Grade On-Track programs. 

Add your name today to show your support for 9th Grade On-Track programs!  

Standing with you, 

Jacob Sumner, Marketing and Communications Manager 

Stand for Children Arizona 

Stand for Children Arizona is a unique catalyst for educational success and social progress, to create a brighter future for us all.

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