MacKenzie Gore Thows Bullpen Session on Wednesday

Texas Rangers starting pitcher MacKenzie Gore (ankle) threw a bullpen session on Wednesday, according to video from Kennedi Landry of MLB.com. Gore was acquired from the Nationals in a blockbuster trade last month. The trade wouldn't have happened if he hadn't passed a physical, but it's still worth noting that he is coming back from […]

Mets Expect Bo Bichette to Bat Third, Jorge Polanco Fourth

New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said that Bo Bichette and Jorge Polanco will likely bat third and fourth, respectively. Presumably, that alignment is contingent on Francisco Lindor (hand) being ready for opening day. Bichette was the Mets' biggest addition of the offseason. The former Blue Jays shortstop will likely shift to third base in […]

Brewers Signing Gary Sanchez to One-Year Deal

The Milwaukee Brewers have signed free-agent catcher Gary Sanchez to a one-year, $1.75 million contract, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Sanchez most recently appeared with Milwaukee in 2024, but he spent last season with the Baltimore Orioles. Across 30 games in 2025, the veteran backstop slashed .231/.297/.418 with a 4.0% walk […]

Dylan Cease Adding a Changeup, Striving for Consistency

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Dylan Cease said that he's working to add a changeup this spring, and he is preaching consistency as a main component of his 2026 outlook, according to Keegan Matheson of MLB.com. Cease joined the Jays this offseason after two seasons with the Padres. Across 32 starts last year, he posted […]

Dodgers Re-Sign Evan Phillips

The Los Angeles Dodgers have re-signed veteran reliever Evan Phillips (elbow) to a one-year, $6.5 million contract, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN.com. In a corresponding move, catcher Ben Rortvedt was designated for assignment. Phillips is coming off Tommy John surgery and is not expected to pitch until July. He made just seven appearances prior […]

Aidan Miller Mostly Working on Left Side of the Infield

Philadelphia Phillies infield prospect Aidan Miller will take most of his spring training reps at shortstop and third base, according to manager Rob Thomson. He may also play some second base. However, the skipper shut down any chance of him playing left field. Miller was a first-round pick out of high school in 2023, and […]

Cade Horton Set for Elevated Workload in Year 2

Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell expects a bigger workload for right-hander Cade Horton in 2026 after a successful rookie campaign in which he went 11-4 with a 2.67 ERA, 1.08 WHIP, and 97:33 K:BB in 118 innings over 23 appearances (22 starts) during the regular season. "He dominated the league last year. Now it's do […]

Ronald Acuna Jr. Says he's "Healthy Now"

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. said on Wednesday after launching a ball just shy of the scoreboard in batting practice at spring training that he's "healthy now." Acuna recovered from a second torn ACL in his knee last year but was limited to 412 plate appearances and 95 games played in his eighth year […]

Yankees Expect Giancarlo Stanton to be "Good to Go" in Camp

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone expects designated hitter/outfielder Giancarlo Stanton and his elbows to be "good to go" when he arrives at spring training, according to the New York Daily News' Gary Phillips. Boone typically slow-plays getting the oft-injured Stanton into games in camp, which should especially be the case this spring after the […]

Gerrit Cole Could Pitch in Spring Training Games

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said that right-hander Gerrit Cole (elbow) could start throwing live batting practice in a couple of weeks and might graduate to Grapefruit League action by the end of spring training, according to Gary Phillips of the New York Daily News. Cole had Tommy John surgery with an internal brace […]

Daniel Palencia is the Cubs Closer

Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell said that right-handed reliever Daniel Palencia is his closer, according to Bruce Levine of 670 The Score. Palencia said he learned to be more calm and confident after some failures last year, but overall, he was great at the back end of Chicago's bullpen. The 26-year-old Venezuelan had a career-best […]

Ben Rice to See Bulk of Playing Time at First Base?

Despite the return of first baseman Paul Goldschmidt on a one-year deal, New York Yankees first baseman/catcher Ben Rice should see the majority of playing time at first base in 2026, according to Gary Phillips of the New York Daily News. "I think Benny's going to definitely be planning to get the bulk of the […]

Outfield Fantasy Baseball Draft Sleepers, Values: Middle-Round Discounts With Upside

Baseball is back! The countdown to Opening Day is on, and we'll be breaking down each position for drafts. Today we're looking out middle-round outfield fantasy baseball sleepers, values, targets with upside for 2026 drafts. Outfield can tater off once the top 25 are off the board, so the middle rounds are essential in the […]

Zach Eflin a Full-Go at Camp

Baltimore Orioles right-hander Zach Eflin (back) is a full-go in spring training and will have a normal camp, according to Roch Kubatko of MASN Sports. Eflin missed the final two months of last season after having a lumbar microdiscectomy on Aug. 18. After re-signing on a one-year, $10 million deal last October, the 31-year-old veteran […]

Bryan Abreu to Open the Season in Closer Role?

There's a chance that Houston Astros left-handed closer Josh Hader (biceps) will be forced to open the 2026 regular season on the injured list, which would open the door for right-handed reliever Bryan Abreu to begin the campaign as the team's primary closer. Hader experienced "arm soreness" before his fourth bullpen session of the winter, […]

Jordan Westburg to be Slow-Played Due to Strained Oblique

Baltimore Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg (oblique) is dealing with a strained oblique and will be slow-played to start spring training, according to Matt Weyrich of The Baltimore Sun. President of baseball operations Mike Elias said he doesn't expect Westburg to play in Grapefruit League games right away, but he's not currently in jeopardy of missing […]

Hunter Brown Named Astros Opening Day Starter

Houston Astros right-hander Hunter Brown has been named the team's Opening Day starter, manager Joe Espada told The Athletic's Chandler Rome. After a breakout 2025 campaign, Brown will be a must-start for fantasy managers in his Opening Day nod in a plus matchup against the Los Angeles Angels at home. The 27-year-old former fifth-rounder in […]

Yainer Diaz Behind Due to Sprained Foot

Houston Astros catcher Yainer Diaz (foot) sprained his left foot while playing winter ball in December, manager Joe Espada told Chandler Rome of The Athletic. Diaz is still participating in baseball activities, but his running progression will be behind some of the other players. The 27-year-old backstop is hitting and will catch a bullpen session […]

Spencer Schwellenbach May Need Surgery to Remove Bone Spurs

Atlanta Braves right-hander Spencer Schwellenbach (elbow) said he may need to undergo arthroscopic surgery to have bone spurs removed from his right elbow, according to Mark Bowman of MLB.com. When asked if he fears he could miss the entire 2026 season, Schwellenbach said he doesn't know what the recovery time would be. The 25-year-old was […]

6 Fantasy Baseball Prospect Sleepers for 2026

Targeting high-impact prospects in the back half of your draft can set your team above your opponents. Managers who were willing to invest in high-end prospects like Nick Kurtz in the final rounds were rewarded with a must-start player as soon as he earned the call to the majors. In this piece, we will spotlight […]

Dillon Dingler Being Eased into Camp After Having Elbow Scope

Detroit Tigers catcher Dillon Dingler (elbow) will be eased into spring training after undergoing a scope on his throwing elbow, according to Chris McCosky of the Detroit News. Dingler had a similar arthroscopic surgery on his right arm two years ago, and he doesn't expect to miss much of camp. The 27-year-old is expected to […]

Rangers Sign Jordan Montgomery to One-Year Deal

The Texas Rangers signed free-agent left-hander Jordan Montgomery (elbow) to a one-year, $1.25 million deal on Wednesday, according to Evan Grant of The Dallas Morning News. Montgomery will make his return to Texas after helping the team win its first World Series championship back in 2023. The 33-year-old veteran southpaw won't make his 2026 debut […]

Josh Hader Dealing With "Bicep Inflammation," Opening Day in Doubt

According to Chandler Rome of The Athletic, Houston Astros relief pitcher Josh Hader (biceps) underwent imaging that revealed inflammation in his biceps. Earlier in the offseason, Hader dealt with "arm soreness" as well. While the veteran is expected to resume a throwing program later on Wednesday, his status for Opening Day is "in flux." Managers […]

Corbin Carroll Suffers Broken Hamate Bone, in Danger of Missing Opening Day

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll (hand) suffered a broken hamate bone during live batting practice on Tuesday and is set to miss significant time this spring. Given this injury, Carroll's status for Opening Day is now in serious question. The star outfielder is a consensus first-round selection in all fantasy formats. Last summer, the former […]

Jackson Holliday to Start Season on Injured List with Broken Hamate Bone

Baltimore Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday (hand) will begin the 2026 campaign on the injured list due to a broken hamate bone in his right hand. Jake Rill of MLB.com reported that Holliday will undergo a procedure on Thursday, and his timeline will be measured in "weeks" after Opening Day. The former first overall was […]

Phillies Continue to Shop Nick Castellanos on Trade Market

According to Scott Lauber of The Inquirer.com, the Philadelphia Phillies continue to shop outfielder Nick Castellanos on the trade market. Throughout the offseason, the Phillies have made it clear they were looking to move off the veteran outfielder. However, they have yet to find a suitor and now may enter spring training with him still […]

Wilyer Abreu Viewed as "Everyday" Player in Boston Lineup

Boston Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu is viewed as an "everyday" player in the Boston lineup, according to manager Alex Cora. Last summer, Abreu was typically held on the bench when facing southpaws, but he is now expected to earn the starting nod against both right-handed and left-handed pitching. Through 115 games last season, Abreu […]

Ty Madden Expected to be Cleared for Spring Training

Detroit Tigers right-handed pitching prospect Ty Madden (shoulder) is expected to be a full-go ahead of spring training. Madden suffered a strained rotator cuff last spring and was unable to pitch the next campaign. However, following a successful offseason, the 25-year-old appears to be trending in the right direction ahead of the 2026 campaign. In […]

Pavin Smith to Primarily Play First Base in 2026

According to Steve Gilbert of MLB.com, Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Pavin Smith is expected to play primarily at first base in the upcoming season. In 2025, Smith drew 36 starts at first base while seeing a much higher 47 starts at the DH spot. In 2024, Smith spent most of his time in the outfield, […]

Miguel Amaya Enters Camp at "100 Percent"

Chicago Cubs catcher Miguel Amaya (ankle, oblique) feels "100 percent" entering spring training. The team's backstop played in only 28 games during the 2025 campaign due to oblique and ankle injuries. During this limited stint of action, Amaya was quite productive, posting a .281/.314/.500 slash line with nine doubles, four home runs, and a 22:4 […]