Hendriks was 94-96 miles per hour with his fastball, the best velocity he has shown in camp. That made up for some wayward off-speed pitches.

When Sosa was last at Cubs spring training he was a player working out at their old facilities at Hohokam Stadium. A decade later, the Cubs got a much-needed upgrade and moved to a different part of Mesa. “This looks like Disney World,” Sosa said. “It’s incredible, beautiful. We didn’t have that when we played.”

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Spring training is in full swing across the Valley, and while the scores don’t count, the economic impact certainly does. No longer just the informal ramp-up to the season, the six-week event is now a major money maker for the cities and states that host the teams.

Cincinnati Reds middle infielders Elly De La Cruz and Matt McLain combined for three doubles and two home runs Wednesday vs. the Los Angeles Angels.

Danny O’Neil was born in Oregon, the son of a logger, but had the good sense to attend college in Washington. He’s covered Seattle sports for 20 years, writing for two newspapers, one glossy magazine and hosting a daily radio show for eight years on KIRO 710 AM. You can subscribe to his free newsletter and find his other work at dannyoneil.com.

Justin Wilson allowed five runs on four hits in the fifth inning. An error by Alex Bregman at third base led to two unearned runs.