LEADING OFF: Jose Fernandez faces hitters; Royal-Tigers meet

FILE- In this March 1, 2015, file photo, Miami Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez warms up during spring training baseball practice in Jupiter, Fla. Fernandez is set to face hitter for the first time since having Tommy John surgery nearly a year ago. He hopes to throw 15 pitches in the session at Miami's spring training complex in Jupiter, Fla. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson, File) FILE- In this March 1, 2015, file photo, Miami Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez warms up during spring training baseball practice in Jupiter, Fla. Fernandez is set to face hitter for the first time since having Tommy John surgery nearly a year ago. He hopes to throw 15 pitches in the session at Miami's spring training complex in Jupiter, Fla. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson, File)

By Associated Press April 30, 2015 2 min read

A look at what’s happening all around the major leagues today:

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FERNANDEZ ON THE MOUND

Marlins ace Jose Fernandez is set to face hitter for the first time since having Tommy John surgery nearly a year ago. He hopes to throw 15 pitches in the session at Miami’s spring training complex in Jupiter, Florida.

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