Indians Spring Training opens - Pitchers and catchers have reported

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Spring training essentials for following 2016 Cleveland Indians in Goodyear | cleveland.com - Here's the skinny on spring training for the Indians in Goodyear, Arizona and the Cactus League.

Seven items on Terry Francona's to-do list as Cleveland Indians open spring training | cleveland.com - The Indians enter spring training with a good team, but is it good enough to make the postseason in 2016? No one knows for sure, but if manager Terry Francona can check off the seven items on his to-do list the Tribe's chances will improve.

Cleveland Indians' Mike Chernoff feels 'added responsibility' to deliver now that he's GM: Previewing the Thursday Conversation | cleveland.com - Does the front office -- a collaborative effort headed by Chernoff, president of baseball operations Chris Antonetti and assistant GM Derek Falvey -- feel the pressure and sense of urgency required to capitalize on a talented pitching staff and a young, inexpensive core?

Indians hoping to match huge expectations in 2016 (Feb 16, 2016) | FOX Sports - Boasting one of the AL's deepest rotations, some of the league's best young players and a balanced lineup, the Indians figure to do more than contend in the AL Central.

Tomlin, Callaway at Indians camp | MLB.com - Josh Tomlin and pitching coach Mickey Callaway discuss their arrival at Indians Spring Training and their expectations for the 2016 rotation

The Indians need to trade Roberto Perez - Beyond the Box Score - As a solid team that still could use some upgrades, Cleveland has no reason to hold onto the young backstop it can't fully utilize.

Around the Horn

Pitchers and catchers reporting is a day to celebrate. - For the next eight-plus months, baseball will always be happening.

Orioles, Dexter Fowler linked to contract | MLB.com - The Orioles are on the verge of adding a pair of free agents. MLB.com recently reported that a deal with Gallardo was near completion.

Which teams are most ready for midseason changes? - Again, the hardest part will be a good start. But the Indians look like a club that could put itself in position for a strong finish.

27 fearless spring training predictions as pitchers and catchers report | FOX Sports

Cubs' Kyle Schwarber destroys fan's windshield with batting practice home run | FOX Sports - Chicago Cubs OF Kyle Schwarber is already showing off his power

The Consequences Of Having No Top 100 Prospects - BaseballAmerica.com -This year, a record four organizations failed to land even one player on the Top 100 Prospects list. What might be in store for the Fallow Four?