ESPN The Magazine's MLB Preview Issue On Newsstands 3/31

On the cover of ESPN The Magazine's MLB preview issue - "Showstopper" is a profile of Corey Seager, the Los Angeles Dodgers' big-hitting phenom and reigning National League rookie of the year. Although his 6-4 frame isn't built for shortstop, his work ethic and meticulous preparation are. The piece also explores Seager's fear of failure as the catalyst behind his hard work and his success. Cover story by Robert Sanchez. (Link: http://es.pn/2nXRg1x)

And don't miss: In Chicago, tragedy touches even the most celebrated families. In "Her Sister's Keeper," Pulitzer Prize winner Eli Saslow tells the heartfelt and tragic story of Diann Aldridge, the aunt of NBA star Dwyane Wade, who has lost two of her kids to gun violence. The most recent incident happened just last summer, when Aldridge's adult daughter was caught in the crossfire of a neighborhood shooting involving two convicted felons. Now, as Wade's mother and aunt mourn, they have also learned that hope can follow despair. *In collaboration with The Undefeated

In collaboration with The Béisbol Life, Eli Saslow writes of Yoan Moncada's struggles with assimilation after he arrived in the U.S. from Cuba as a 19-year-old and the difficulties of a teenager coming into a $31.5 million payday in "Are You Sure You're Ready for All This?" Moncada, new White Sox teammate Jose Abreu and Moncada's "U.S. parents," Josefa and David Hastings, discuss his fast-paced life of the past three years.

Issue highlights and features:

Forget the Ninth: Andrew Miller Is Here to Save the Game

Last postseason, managers' decisions regarding relievers dominated the headlines. Buck Showalter didn't go to Zach Britton. Joe Maddon did overuse Aroldis Chapman. But most importantly, together, Terry Francona and Andrew Miller finally debunked the myth of the ninth inning. Miller won ALCS MVP for his impressive play in the middle innings, and Francona continued his new-wave managing methods in the World Series. But what does the 2016 postseason mean for the future of relievers? Can we finally start using our best pitchers in the toughest spots? Or will managers keep saving their pitchers for ... saves? By Sam Miller

A Man Called Kyle Schwarber

In his short Cubs career, Schwarber has made quite a reputation for himself. Here, we share some stories from a few of his biggest moments-from breaking a fan's windshield during spring training 2016 to his epic WORLD SERIES return. By Hallie Grossman

Players to Watch: Legends in the Making

Who says baseball has no new stars? Sure, the likes of Jeter and A-Rod have called it quits, but fear not-a new class of marquee talent is here. By Doug Mittler

Let's Lose Two!: How to Build a Winner in the Modern Age

In an age when everyone is using analytics to build franchises, teams like the Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros have shown us how to build winners. By David Schoenfield

Additional issue highlights and features:

Numbers: Columnist Peter Keating has ways to predict the MLB's most likely closers in waiting-especially valuable to those getting ready to draft their fantasy teams.

The Truth: In his latest column, Howard Bryant writes about the recent contract situation with NFL cornerback Malcolm Butler and the New England Patriots-and how much further the NFLPA needs to go for its players. Butler wasn't even born in 1987 when the strike collapsed, but he's paying for it now, while the Patriots' cold efficiency embodies the ownership dominance of free agency as a consequence. (Link: http://es.pn/2nknYc8)

College Football: Insiders debate the scouting report on USC CB Adoree' Jackson. Scouts say he's one of the more explosive and electric athletes in this class, and Jackson comes from a program that has produced its share of playmakers. But his slighter frame is a small concern, and he relies on natural ability at times more than a refined skill set. By Ben Arledge

Action Sports: We talked to America's greatest skier, Lindsey Vonn, as she approaches the most pivotal offseason ever. By Alyssa Roenigk (Link: http://es.pn/2n8MFVS)

NASCAR: The Mag takes readers behind the scenes with the real legendary drivers that inspired four new Cars 3 characters. By Ryan McGee

NHL: As the son of a former NHL captain, Blue Jackets left winger Nick Foligno was born to lead. But to turn the Blue Jackets into a playoff team this year, he first had win over his coach, the notoriously volatile John Tortorella. This is the story of how Foligno transformed himself into the captain that Tortorella wanted, and transformed the way Tortorella coaches his team in the process. By Chris Koentges

The Walk-In: NASHVILLE Predators defenseman P.K. Subban is known for being one of the most fashionable players in the NHL. By Stacey Pressman

Zoom: A photo act tracking the creation of the NCAA Final Four floor, from the trees to the court.

Food: We deconstruct the blackened catfish po' boy tacos at the Atlanta Braves' SunTrust Park with Chef G. Garvin.

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