Michael Phelps had a clear message, U.S. manager Mark DeRosa said.

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I want to believe McClanahan is going to be one of the best pitchers in baseball again. I really, really want to believe we're in for a healthy 2026 where McClanahan goes out there 25-30 times and just absolutely shoves.

The 33-year-old was an All-Star and Silver Slugger winner during the 2024 campaign with the San Diego Padres when he slashed .280/.380/.459 with 24 home runs, 85 RBI and 10 stolen bases for a team that reached the playoffs.

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The Major League Baseball career for Clayton Kershaw is complete. He retired after winning the 2025 World Series with the Dodgers, his third ring. He does have one last box to check off and that's winning the championship with Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.

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