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Chicago Cubs pitcher Yu Darvish throws during the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Tuesday, March 6, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Darvish 2 hitless innings in Cubs spring training debut

By MIKE TULUMELLO - Associated Press

Chicago Cubs pitcher Yu Darvish, center, talks with other players at baseball spring training in Mesa, Ariz., Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2018. (Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune via AP)

With Darvish, well-armed Cubs hold first spring workout

By MIKE TULUMELLO - Associated Press

FILE - In this Nov. 1, 2017, file photo, Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Yu Darvish throws during the first inning of Game 7 of baseball's World Series against the Houston Astros, in Los Angeles. Perhaps 100 free agents still seek contracts as the start of spring training workouts on Feb. 14 draws near, a group that includes J.D. Martinez, Eric Hosmer, Mike Moustakas, Jake Arrieta and Yu Darvish. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)

Yu Darvish, Cubs finalize $126 million, 6-year contract

Associated Press

FILE - In this Nov. 1, 2017, file photo, Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Yu Darvish throws during the first inning of Game 7 of baseball's World Series against the Houston Astros, in Los Angeles. Perhaps 100 free agents still seek contracts as the start of spring training workouts on Feb. 14 draws near, a group that includes J.D. Martinez, Eric Hosmer, Mike Moustakas, Jake Arrieta and Yu Darvish. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)

AP source: Yu Darvish, Cubs reach $126 million, 6-year deal

By JAY COHEN - Associated Press

FILE - In this Nov. 1, 2017, file photo, Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Yu Darvish, of Japan, throws against the Houston Astros during the first inning of Game 7 of baseball's World Series in Los Angeles. Free agent pitcher Darvish said Monday, Dec. 18, he had a &quot;very good meeting&quot; with the Chicago Cubs. Darvish tweeted a statement in Japanese confirming the meeting amid reports that Cubs executives Theo Epstein and Jed Hoyer were in Dallas to speak with the right-hander. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)

Free agent Darvish meets with Cubs minus translator

Associated Press

The Houston Astros celebrate after their win against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 7 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2017, in Los Angeles. The Astros won 5-1 to win the series 4-3. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Astros beat Dodgers win franchise’s first ever World Series

By Ben Walker - Associated Press

Houston Astros' Charlie Morton reacts after Game 7 of baseball's World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2017, in Los Angeles. The Astros won 5-1 to win the series 4-3. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Astros win 1st World Series crown, top Dodgers 5-1 in Game 7

By BEN WALKER - Associated Press

Houston Astros' George Springer (4) celebrates after his two-run home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the second inning of Game 7 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2017, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo)

Column: A dud of a Game 7 ruins a classic World Series

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

Houston Astros' Carlos Correa celebrates with Yuli Gurriel during the sixth inning of Game 7 of baseball's World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2017, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Houston Astros win World Series

By Ben Walker - Associated Press

FILE - In this Oct. 27, 2017, file photo, Houston Astros starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. throws against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series in Houston. McCullers headed into Game 6 of the World Series not knowing whether he would be attempting to close out a championship or starting Game 7 on Wednesday, Nov. 1. Several hours later, McCullers learned he will be on the mound for the biggest game in Astros history. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)

The Latest: Astros romp past Dodgers for 1st title

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Houston Astros' Yuli Gurriel tips his hat as he gestures to Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Yu Darvish during the first inning of Game 7 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2017, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

LA fans boo Gurriel, who tips helmet to Darvish

By BETH HARRIS - Associated Press

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Yu Darvish leaves the game during the second inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the Houston Astros Friday, Oct. 27, 2017, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Darvish left spinning as Dodgers fall into Series deficit

By RONALD BLUM - Associated Press

Houston Astros' Yuli Gurriel is congratulated by George Springer after hitting a home run during the second inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers Friday, Oct. 27, 2017, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Astros’ Yuli Gurriel makes racist gesture toward Darvish

By Kristie Rieken - Associated Press

Houston Astros' Yuli Gurriel reacts after hitting a home run during the first inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers Friday, Oct. 27, 2017, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Gurriel banned 5 games in 2018 for racist gesture at Darvish

By Kristie Rieken - Associated Press

Houston Astros' Carlos Correa and George Springer celebrate Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers Friday, Oct. 27, 2017, in Houston. The Astros won 5-3 to take a 2-1 lead in the series. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Astros start fast, top Dodgers 5-3 for 2-1 World Series lead

By BEN WALKER - Associated Press

Members of the Houston Astros celebrate after their win against the Los Angeles Dodgers during Game 3 of baseball's World Series Friday, Oct. 27, 2017, in Houston. The Astros won 5-3 to take a 2-1 lead in the series. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Astros get first ever Series victory at home

By Ben Walker - Associated Press

Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. talks to the media during a World Series baseball news conference, Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017, in Houston, Texas. McCullers is set to start Game 3 against the Los Angeles Angels, Friday. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

McCullers is ready to throw the Los Angeles Dodgers a curve

By RONALD BLUM - Associated Press

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Yu Darvish (21) throws during the first inning of Game 3 of baseball's National League Championship Series against the Chicago Cubs, Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2017, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Dodgers close in on World Series with 6-1 win over Cubs

By JAY COHEN - Associated Press

Los Angeles Dodgers' Cody Bellinger falls in the dugout after catching a foul ball by Arizona Diamondbacks' Jeff Mathis during the fifth inning of game 3 of baseball's National League Division Series, Monday, Oct. 9, 2017, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Bellinger, Dodgers beat D-backs 3-1 to return to NLCS

By BOB BAUM - Associated Press

Los Angeles Dodgers' Cody Bellinger (35) drives in a run with a triple against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning of a baseball game Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2017, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

Darvish, Bellinger combine to lead Dodgers past Giants 4-1

By MICHAEL WAGAMAN - Associated Press