Morning Marquee: Kris Bryant homers, Edwin Jackson shelled

Right-hander Edwin Jackson struggled on Tuesday, getting shelled in his appearance against the Oakland Athletics, allowing eight earned runs in 1 2/3 innings of work after appearing at the ballpark late after getting lost on his way to the game – as the Chicago Cubs fell to the A’s, 14-2.

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Overshadowing the horrible outing by Jackson was yet another home run by top prospect Kris Bryant – who now leads Major League Baseball with nine home runs. Javier Baez, meanwhile, has reportedly been told that he will make the Cubs’ 25-man roster out of camp – despite his struggles so far this spring.

In other baseball news, the Minnesota Twins locked up infielder Brian Dozier on a team-friendly contract extension and the Los Angeles Dodgers continued to add to their ranks, signing Cuban standout Hector Olivera to a six-year, $62.5 million deal on Tuesday – although nothing remains official.

Here’s more from around the big leagues:
Dodgers reportedly sign Hector Olivera to deal – Lasorda’s Lair

Cubs fall 14-2 as Kris Bryant homers yet again – Cubbies Crib

Heath Bell to retire from baseball – MLB.com

Lester may be on pitch count in Cubs’ opener – ESPN

Who will bat second for the Cubs this year? – Cubbies Crib