Andrew Benintendi Sitting Out Sunday

The Boston Red Sox will seek a split of their opening four-game series against the Seattle Mariners and will do so without one of their starting outfielders. Andrew Benintendi will sit the game out, as J.D. Martinez moves from the designated hitter spot to the outfield and Sam Travis will serve as DH. While Benintendi... Read More

Wilson Ramos Out As Mets Seek Sweep

New York Mets starting catcher Wilson Ramos will get the day off as his current club seeks a three-game sweep of his former club to begin the season. The 31-year-old has recorded three hits in nine plate appearances thus far this season, recording two RBI as the Mets have won their first two games this... Read More

Shin-Soo Choo, Ronald Guzman Out Sunday

The Texas Rangers have made a couple of changes to their starting lineup as they get set to face former Ranger, Cole Hamels. Veteran outfielder Shin-Soo Choo is once again getting the day off from his familiar DH spot as Hunter Pence gets another nod batting fifth. Starting first baseman Ronald Guzman also gets the... Read More

Jesus Aguilar Returns To Brewers Lineup

After sitting out Saturday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals, Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Jesus Aguilar will return to the starting lineup Sunday for the series finale. The 28-year-old started the first two games of the season before sitting out Saturday, as Eric Thames took over first base instead. Aguilar is coming off a career... Read More

Seth Lugo Gives Mets Late Scare

Heading into the bottom of the ninth inning Saturday afternoon in Washington D.C., the New York Mets held a comfortable seven-run lead. Manager Mickey Callaway called on Seth Lugo to close out the game, but that became significantly more difficult than originally thought. Lugo allowed a pair of walks, suffered an error on defense and... Read More

Peter Alonso Drives In A Pair As Mets Prevail

In a complete reversal of Thursday's pitcher's duel, the New York Mets beat the Nationals on Saturday with the offense. A total of 19 runs were scored in the game, with 11 coming for the Mets. One of the offensive stars was rookie Peter Alonso, who smacked an RBI double in the second inning. In... Read More

Noah Syndergaard Struggles In Season Debut

Although he was handed a three-run lead before he ever pitched on Saturday afternoon, New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard failed to preserve his lead. After allowing a run in the first, he would surrender three more, allowing four in total across six innings of work. While he struck out seven and walked zero... Read More

Troy Tulowitzki Kicks Off Ill-Fated Rally

The New York Yankees found themselves trailing by four runs entering the ninth inning when shortstop Troy Tulowitzki led off. The 34-year-old delivered a solo home run to kick off the frame, getting it done while he was down two strikes. It was his only hit of the game, although he drew a pair of... Read More

DJ LeMahieu Makes Most of Yankees Debut

While his team was defeated Saturday afternoon, New York Yankees infielder DJ LeMahieu was strong in his first start for the club. The former Colorado Rockies starter played third base and batted ninth. While he made a couple of sharp defensive plays, LeMahieu was just as impressive at the plate, recording two hits including a... Read More

James Paxton Loses In Yankees Debut

New York Yankees left-hander James Paxton was an unlucky loser Saturday afternoon against the Baltimore Orioles. The 30-year-old threw 5 2/3 innings, allowing two runs, one unearned, while giving up four hits and a walk. Paxton also struck out five batters, suffering from lack of offensive help. Regardless, it was an encouraging debut as he... Read More

Dee Gordon Batting Ninth In Home Opener

After batting leadoff during the first two games of the major league season last week in Tokyo, Seattle Mariners second baseman Dee Gordon will bat ninth on Thursday as the Mariners host the Boston Red Sox. The 30-year-old recorded three hits in Tokyo last week, driving in a run and scoring two himself. Mariners manager Scott... Read More

Aaron Judge Scores Three Runs In Win

Back at his familiar positions of starting right fielder and No. 2 hitter for the New York Yankees, outfielder Aaron Judge was the catalyst his offense needed. The 26-year-old recorded two hits and scored three runs as the Yankees were victorious over the Baltimore Orioles on Opening Day. Judge's first his was his club's first hit,... Read More

Masahiro Tanaka Delivers Win On Opening Day

While he wasn't originally scheduled to pitch on Opening Day, New York Yankees starting pitcher Masahiro Tanaka delivered a winning performance, leading the Yankees to a 7-2 victory. The 30-year-old allowed two runs, one earned, in 5 2/3 innings of work. Considering how vaunted the Yankee bullpen is, he was always going to be on a... Read More

Luke Voit Fires Opening Salvo To Begin Season

The battle for first base in the Bronx spilled over into the start of the 2019 season as the New York Yankees featured both Luke Voit and Greg Bird in the opening day starting lineup. With the Yankees already beginning a rally in the first inning, Voit, batting fourth, stepped to the plate with two... Read More

Jacob deGrom Begins New Season In Style

Facing fellow National League East ace Max Scherzer, New York Mets right-hander Jacob deGrom was once again terrific en route to victory. The reigning NL Cy Young winner fired six shutout innings on the road against the Nationals, allowing five hits and a walk. He also struck out 10, nearly matching Scherzer, who wound up... Read More

Shin-Soo Choo Sits On Opening Day

The Texas Rangers opted to start outfielder Hunter Pence as the designated hitter on Opening Day over fellow veteran Shin-Soo Choo against the Chicago Cubs. Choo, a left-handed batter, was benched in favor of an extra righty against the lefty starter. Rangers manager Chris Woodward specifically said Pence was with the club to help against left-handed... Read More

Robinson Cano Delivers On Opening Day

The New York Mets and Washington Nationals delivered as they engaged in a classic pitcher's duel on Opening Day. Second baseman Robinson Cano, making his debut with the Mets, drove in the only two runs of the game in a winning effort. His first hit came in the very first inning of the season, as he... Read More

Edwin Diaz Records Save On Opening Day

The New York Mets enjoyed superb pitching on Thursday afternoon, shutting out the Washington Nationals for an Opening Day victory. The very last pitcher to take the hill was closer Edwin Diaz, making his season debut with the club after being acquired from the Seattle Mariners in the offseason. Diaz threw just 14 pitches and... Read More

Josh Tomlin Makes Braves' Opening Day Roster

Facing a litany of injuries to their pitching staff, the Atlanta Braves have named veteran right-hander Josh Tomlin to the 25-man roster for Opening Day. The 34-year-old, who began the spring with the Brewers before being released, will likely serve as the long reliever out of the bullpen. A casualty of Tomlin's promotion is Adam... Read More

Starling Marte Scratched On Opening Day

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Starling Marte has been scratched from the Opening Day lineup as he deals with migraines. Veteran Melky Cabrera will play right field and bat second in his place on Thursday, while J.B. Shuck will start in center and bat seventh. Marte, 30, is coming off a season that saw him hit a... Read More

Ildemaro Vargas Makes Diamondbacks Roster

After suffering an unfortunate injury, Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Steven Souza Jr. (knee) will miss the entire 2019 season following reconstructive knee surgery. In his place, the club has named infielder Ildemaro Vargas to the Opening Day roster. The 27-year-old has played in 26 major league games over the past two seasons, hitting .250 with eight... Read More

As Expected, Peter Alonso Makes Mets Roster

In a move that was widely expected, the New York Mets named rookie first baseman Peter Alonso to their Opening Day roster. The 24-year-old hit .368 in 21 spring games over the past month, driving in 11 runs and stealing 11 bases. The Mets could have kept Alonso in the minors a little longer for service... Read More

Yankees Taking Careful Approach With Luis Severino

New York Yankees ace Luis Severino (shoulder) has been taking calculated steps towards his eventual return, although that still seems to be some weeks away. The 25-year-old has been practicing light tosses on flat ground, gradually moving up from 50 feet to as far as 120-foot throws this past Monday. Eventually, he'll update to bullpen sessions... Read More

Jacob deGrom Signs Five-Year Extension

After New York Mets teammate Noah Syndergaard voiced his displeasure with the team over not signing him to a contract extension, starting pitcher Jacob deGrom has finally gotten his new contract. The reigning NL Cy Young winner signed a five-year, $137.5 million extension that will keep him in Flushing at least until age 35. The right-hander... Read More

Jeff McNeil Looks Set For Third Base

After bursting onto the scene in 2018, New York Mets utility man Jeff McNeil has settled at third base due to injuries and appears set to be the starter for Opening Day. The 26-year-old began taking reps at third earlier this month and is poised to start there in the absence of both Todd Frazier... Read More

Aaron Judge Primed For Monster Season

If New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge wouldn't have gotten hurt last season, the American League East pennant race might have ended differently for the Yankees. After all, Judge was enjoying a strong sophomore campaign before missing a month and a half with a broken right wrist. This Spring, the 26-year-old has looked as strong as... Read More

Zach Britton Flashes Old Form As Spring Concludes

The New York Yankees signed reliever Zach Britton to a three-year contract this offseason after acquiring him via trade from the Orioles last July. While he posted a 2.88 ERA in 25 games for the club, he was still a far cry from his best years in Baltimore, before an Achilles injury. This Spring, however,... Read More

Yankees See Progress From Gary Sanchez

After a disappointing 2018 campaign, New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez arrived at spring training having slimmed down. Now heading into his fourth season, the 26-year-old began his Spring later than most as the Yankees allowed him some extra time to heal his left shoulder, which underwent surgery in the offseason. While his hitting this... Read More

Mike Tauchman Earns Final Yankees Roster Spot

Just a day after being acquired from the Colorado Rockies, outfielder Mike Tauchman earned the final roster spot on the New York Yankees for Opening Day. The club made the move for the outfielder as Aaron Hicks will begin the season on the injured list, with Tauchman beating out Tyler Wade for the spot. The 28-year-old... Read More

Yankees Have Confidence in Troy Tulowitzki

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman reiterated his club's confidence in shortstop Troy Tulowitzki, claiming they are "all in" on the veteran and also calling him "our shortstop" as the season nears. Of course, that's the case due to Didi Gregorius' Tommy John surgery and subsequent rehab that will keep him sidelined, perhaps for half... Read More