Keaton Winn Competing For Rotation Spot

San Francisco Giants pitcher Keaton Winn (elbow) appears to be a name being discussed as a possible starting rotation option. Winn started 12 games for the Giants last season before suffering a nerve issue in his elbow that ended his season. The right-hander has been throwing in spring training, but hasn't actually played in any […]

Osleivis Basabe Shut Down From Throwing

San Francisco Giants infielder Osleivis Basabe (shoulder) has been shut down from throwing for a few days. The Giants are calling the issue a right shoulder strain, so they'll give Basabe a few days off to rest. It doesn't sound like the team plans on doing more imaging, so for now he's considered day-to-day. Basabe […]

Jake Lamb Shut Down For The Weekend

San Francisco Giants corner infielder Jake Lamb (quad) has been shut down from doing baseball activities for the weekend. The veteran infielder recently suffered a left quad strain, so the Giants are going to have him rest for a few days. Lamb will be re-evaluated on Tuesday, so there should be more information about his […]

Tom Murphy Begins Rehab Activities

San Francisco Giants catcher Tom Murphy (back) has started doing light rehab activities. Murphy was dealing with back spasms in camp, but an MRI revealed a more serious issue. The veteran backstop is dealing with a middle-back disk herniation. The fact Murphy is only beginning his rehab process means he probably won't be ready to […]

Luis Garcia Nearly Ready To Face Hitters

Houston Astros starting pitcher Luis Garcia (elbow) looked sharp during a recent bullpen session on Thursday. Astros' manager Joe Espada said that Garcia is close to facing live hitters, which is great news. Garcia is still working his way back from Tommy John surgery. The Astros are going to take it slow and they've already […]

Daulton Varsho Remains Uncertain For Opening Day

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Daulton Varsho (shoulder) is uncertain as to whether he'll ready in time to play on Opening Day. Blue Jays' manager John Schneider hinted earlier in camp that Varsho could spend some time on the injured list to begin the season. Varsho has started throwing up to 120 feet, but the next […]

Luis Gil Gets Shut Down From Throwing

New York Yankees starting pitcher Luis Gil (shoulder) has been shut down from throwing after feeling discomfort during a recent bullpen session. The team will have Gil undergo an MRI, so there should be a better timetable after that. The right-hander is reportedly feeling tightness in his right shoulder, but fantasy managers shouldn't panic yet. […]

Brandon Woodruff Feeling Good After Bullpen Session

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Brandon Woodruff (shoulder) is reportedly feeling good following his most recent bullpen session. Woodruff told reporters that his next bullpen session is going to be one where he throw multiple innings. It sounds like the right-hander is making significant progress, but still remains a question mark for the beginning of the […]

Jacob deGrom Could Make Spring Debut In Second Week Of March

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jacob deGrom (elbow) is scheduled to throw a live batting practice session over the weekend. The expectation is that deGrom will throw a few live BP sessions against hitters before making his spring debut. The right-hander is still ramping up after returning late last season following Tommy John surgery. When healthy, […]

Roansy Contreras Working As Starter This Spring

Baltimore Orioles pitcher Roansy Contreras is reportedly going to be stretched out as a starting pitcher this spring. The 25-year-old began his career as a starting pitcher with the Pittsburgh Pirates. However, Contreras transitioned to a bullpen role with the Los Angeles Angels last season. The O's could use the starting pitching depth, but Contreras […]

Jordan Westburg Throws Before Friday's Game

Baltimore Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg (back) was able to do some light throwing before Friday's spring training contest. Westburg has missed nearly a week of action due to lower back soreness. Fantasy managers shouldn't be too worried as the Orioles are going to take the cautious approach this early in spring training. O's manager Brandon […]

Gunnar Henderson Won't Play This Weekend

Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson (side) won't suit up for any spring training games this weekend. Henderson was pulled after one inning due to left side discomfort during Thursday's game. The young infielder is reportedly still sore, so the Orioles are going to take the cautious approach here. It doesn't sound like the team plans […]

Masataka Yoshida Ready To Serve As Designated Hitter

Boston Red Sox outfielder Masataka Yoshida (shoulder) is ready to serve as the designated hitter during spring training. The organization has been bringing him along slowly due to his lingering shoulder issues. It's good news that Yoshida is ready to start swinging the bat during games. However, Yoshida is still early in his throwing program […]

Rafael Devers Likely To Be Designated Hitter To Start The Season

Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers (shoulder) has already said that he wants to stay at third base this season. The assumption was that newly added Alex Bregman would take over third base, which means Devers would become the everyday designated hitter. The coaching staff has been mostly avoiding the issue and saying these […]

Kristian Campbell The Favorite To Start At Second Base

Boston Red Sox rookie infielder Kristian Campbell is reportedly the favorite to start at second base to begin the season. The addition of Alex Bregman has added some uncertainty about who is going to start at second base. There was some speculation that Bregman would shift to second base while Rafael Devers stays at third […]

Heliot Ramos To Play Long Toss On Friday

San Francisco Giants outfielder Heliot Ramos (oblique) is going to throw from 120 feet away on Friday. Ramos continues to work his way back from a mild oblique strain. It's also worth noting that Ramos is going to hit in the batting cage again on Friday. It's not shocking to see the Giants bringing Ramos […]

Tyler Fitzgerald Set To Make Spring Debut On Friday

San Francisco Giants infielder Tyler Fitzgerald (back) will make his spring training debut against the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday. Fitzgerald has been brought along slowly after suffering a back injury early in camp. Luckily, it wasn't a major issue and it looks like Fitzgerald is going to be fine going forward. The expectation is that […]

Jack Kochanowicz To Start On Tuesday

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jack Kochanowicz (illness) is expected to take the mound for Tuesday's spring training contest against the Cleveland Guardians. He will throw a simulated game on Friday, but if all goes well then he'll be back on the mound early next week. The right-hander was scratched from his start on Thursday […]

Kenley Jansen To Pitch On Saturday

Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Kenley Jansen (shoulder) is scheduled to make his spring training debut against the Athletics on Saturday. Jansen missed the end of last season due to shoulder inflammation, but it wasn't expected to be an issue heading into the 2025 season. Jansen signed a one-year deal with the Angels over the […]

Luis Rengifo Making Spring Debut On Friday

Los Angeles Angels infielder Luis Rengifo (wrist) will make his spring training debut against the Chicago White Sox on Friday. He came into camp without restrictions following right wrist surgery from last August. Despite that, Rengifo has been held out of game action until now, but it sounds like the wrist is no longer an […]

Evan Carter Scratched On Friday

Texas Rangers outfielder Evan Carter (illness) has been scratched from the starting lineup ahead of Friday's contest against the Chicago Cubs. Rangers' manager Bruce Bochy said Carter is dealing with an illness, but he expects him to be back in the lineup on Saturday. Kevin Pillar will take over his spot in center field and […]

Brandon Nimmo Making Spring Debut On Friday

New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo (foot) will make his spring training debut against the Washington Nationals on Friday. Nimmo has been recovering from plantar fasciitis in his left foot, which is something that bothered him last season as well. The fact he's back in the lineup on Friday means that Nimmo must be feeling […]

Matt Vierling Won't Be Ready For Opening Day

Detroit Tigers outfielder Matt Vierling (shoulder) is going to be sidelined to begin the 2025 season. Vierling is dealing with a rotator cuff strain, so it's unclear how long he's going to be out right now. This is a tough break for the Tigers given Vierling slashed .257/.312/.423 with 16 home runs and 57 RBI […]

Norman Powell Uncertain For Friday

Los Angeles Clippers guard Norman Powell (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Friday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Powell is in danger of missing his fifth game in a row due to a left knee issue. His absence has given Amir Coffey and Bogdan Bogdanovic increased minutes in the rotation. When active, Powell […]

Collin Sexton Might Return On Friday

Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Friday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Sexton has a chance at getting back in the rotation for the first time since the beginning of February. If active, Sexton would likely be limited considering he hasn't suited up for a game in weeks. Isaiah […]

John Collins Tagged As Questionable For Friday

Utah Jazz forward John Collins (back) has been tagged as questionable ahead of Friday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. It appears Collins has a chance of getting back on the court after missing each of the last three games due to back soreness. Fellow forward Lauri Markkanen (back) is also questionable for this game. If […]

Wendell Moore Jr. Ruled Out On Thursday

Charlotte Hornets forward Wendell Moore Jr. (head) has been ruled out ahead of Thursday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. Moore remains in concussion protocol and will be held out of this game. He played 28 minutes on Tuesday, so when he's active he'll likely play bigger minutes in the rotation. In the meantime, Seth Curry […]

DaQuan Jeffries Returning On Thursday

Charlotte Hornets guard DaQuan Jeffries (knee) is available ahead of Thursday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. Jeffries will make his return to the court after missing each of the last four games. He was playing quality minutes before the injury and will probably pick up additional minutes on Thursday with LaMelo Ball (ankle) sidelined. Despite […]

Seth Curry Upgraded To Available On Thursday

Charlotte Hornets guard Seth Curry (back) has been upgraded to available ahead of Thursday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. As expected, Curry is ready to play after being listed as probable for this game due to back tightness. He finished with 14 points during his 16 minutes of action during Tuesday's game. Fellow guard LaMelo […]

Lauri Markkanen Tagged As Questionable For Friday

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (back) is listed as questionable ahead of Friday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Markkanen has missed each of the last two games due to a lingering back issue. Before that, Markkanen was on a hot streak with 20 points or more in three of his last four games. The Jazz […]