Jordan Montgomery Set For Yankee Stadium Opener

The fifth starter for the New York Yankees, Jordan Montgomery, will take the mound on Monday afternoon when the club celebrates their home opener. The 25-year-old is coming off a promising rookie campaign that saw him enjoy some periods of success alongside some struggles. This spring, he made six starts, going 2-2 with a 3.43 […]

Aaron Altherr Wraps Up Spring On High Note

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Aaron Altherr will head into the new season Thursday on a high note following a pleasing spring training. The 27-year-old hit .303 with four home runs and 11 RBI through 66 plate appearances. Altherr is envisioned as one of Philadelphia’s four outfielders alongside Nick Williams, Odubel Herrera and Rhys Hoskins. According to […]

Hector Neris Primed For Leap In 2018

One poor outing from Philadelphia Phillies closer Hector Neris caused his numbers to balloon, failing to tell the story of his Spring Training. Outside of one bad performance against the Tampa Bay Rays earlier this month, Neris tossed 7 2/3 innings, allowing just one run on nine hits while striking out six. Neris is coming […]

No Clear Signs Of Odubel Herrera’s Potential This Season

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Odubel Herrera has enjoyed a 2016 All-Star season and a 2017 campaign containing inconsistency and leadership questions. Heading into the new season, he may no longer have to worry about leadership, as Rhys Hoskins appears a good candidate to take over that mantle. Perhaps this will relieve him of some pressure, along […]

Brett Gardner Readies For Veteran Role With Yankees

Arguably the fastest player in the starting lineup, the New York Yankees have once again placed Brett Gardner at the leadoff spot for Thursday’s Opening Day lineup. The 34-year-old is getting set for his 11th season in the majors coming off a career year. Last season, Gardner hit a personal-best 21 home runs, joining his […]

Didi Gregorius Dropped Two Spots In Order

After finding his groove as the cleanup hitter for the New York Yankees last season, shortstop Didi Gregorius has fallen down to sixth for Thursday’s Opening Day lineup against the Blue Jays. The 28-year-old is coming off career year that saw him smash 25 home runs and drive in 87 RBI while batting .287, and […]

Sonny Gray At Supreme Confidence Heading Into Season

After his fourth and final spring training outing, New York Yankees starting pitcher Sonny Gray expressed his confidence, stating it was the best he’s ever felt heading into a season. The 28-year-old tossed 13 2/3 innings this spring, allowing three runs and striking out 16. Gray is currently tabbed as New York’s third starter but was […]

Masahiro Tanaka Continues To Defy Injury Heading Into 2018

For the first time in four seasons, the New York Yankees will not send Masahiro Tanaka to the mound on Opening Day. While the 28-year-old has been surpassed by Luis Severino, he comes off a postseason that saw him make three starts and allow just two runs across 20 innings while striking out 18. This […]

Aroldis Chapman's Spring Training A Positive

In his Spring Training debut this year, New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman hit a batter, gave up a hit and also a run. It was his only run surrendered, as he made five additional appearances and was superb. He allowed just three more hits, tallying four in 4 1/3 innings, striking out 10 along […]

Aaron Nola Takes Off In Atlanta Thursday

Spring training has ended and the season is set to begin Thursday for the Philadelphia Phillies as they play in Atlanta against the Braves. Starting the game will be Aaron Nola, Philadelphia’s new ace. The 24-year-old won 12 games last season, posted a 3.54 ERA, pitched 168 innings and struck out 184 batters, all career […]

Rhys Hoskins Will Lead Philadelphia’s Four-Man Outfield

With four clear outfielders capable of starting, the Philadelphia Phillies will rotate Nick Williams, Aaron Altherr, Odubel Herrera and Rhys Hoskins, according to manager Gabe Kapler. His hope is to limit the starters to 145 games each, allowing them some rest. Hoskins is coming off his monstrous rookie stint with the Phillies last year, raising […]

Tyler Wade To See Significant Playing Time

Although he lost out on starting for the New York Yankees on Opening Day, manager Aaron Boone has publicly assured Tyler Wade that his time is coming. During a press conference, the first-year manager said that Wade would play “a lot,” something the 23-year-old should be excited about. Considering Neil Walker’s ability to play first […]

Gary Sanchez Gets Assurance Behind The Plate

While New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez enjoyed another successful season at the plate last year, it was behind the plate where issues ensued. The 25-year-old suffered defensively, with talk of switching him to full-time designated hitter running rampant. However, his new manager Aaron Boone has given Sanchez a vote of confidence. The rookie skipper has […]

Aaron Judge Back To Familiar Spot

After spending a good portion of last season batting third and fifth, the New York Yankees slotted outfielder Aaron Judge in at second in the batting order and kept him there through the postseason. This year, it appears they’re convinced about keeping him there, as the reigning American League Rookie of the Year is set to […]

Giancarlo Stanton Begins Season As DH

While New York Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton saw his share of time in the outfield this spring, the club has tabbed him to be the designated hitter for Thursday’s season opener. The reigning National League MVP will bat third in his New York Yankees debut as the team takes on the Toronto Blue Jays at […]

Brandon Drury Getting Third Base Start

Arriving in New York via trade last month, third baseman Brandon Drury seemed poised for the starting gig at third base, despite Miguel Andujar’s electric start to spring training. While the Yankees tried their best to publicly keep pressure on Drury by announcing he wasn’t guaranteed a starting spot, Drury has earned the spot. On Thursday, […]

Neil Walker Starting At Second Thursday

While New York Yankees infielders Tyler Wade and Ronald Torreyes spent most of spring training fighting for the starting job at second base voided by Starlin Castro’s departure, it will be Neil Walker manning the position for Opening Day. The 32-year-old signed with the Yankees earlier this month, managing to get 18 at-bats with the club […]

Tyler Austin Gets Opening Day Nod At First

The New York Yankees have released their starting lineup for Thursday’s season opener in Toronto against the Blue Jays. While the familiar faces will be atop the lineup, first baseman Greg Bird’s injury and subsequent surgery has led to Tyler Austin getting the start at first and batting ninth. The 26-year-old saw time at first last […]

Cameron Rupp Released By Phillies

One day after designating him for assignment to make room for Drew Hutchison, the Philadelphia Phillies officially released Cameron Rupp, ending his tenure with the club. The 29-year-old played a significant number of games for the club the past three seasons, enjoying his best campaign in 2016. That year, he took part in 105 games, […]

Tommy Hunter Opens Season On DL

Philadelphia Phillies reliever Tommy Hunter will open the season on the disabled list due to a mild hamstring strain. The 31-year-old, who posted a 2.61 ERA in 61 games with the Tampa Bay Rays last season, arrived with the Phillies this season after signing with the club on a two-year deal in December. According to […]

Ben Lively Opens Season In Starting Rotation

After Zach Eflin was optioned to Triple-A, the Philadelphia Phillies have set their starting rotation, with Ben Lively earning one of the five spots. The 26-year-old appeared in six games this spring, making five starts and posting a 1-1 record with a 3.13 ERA. Last season, Lively started 15 games for the Phillies, tossing a […]

Greg Bird Undergoes Successful Surgery

New York Yankees first baseman Greg Bird underwent successful surgery on his right foot at the Hospital for Special Surgery in Manhattan on Tuesday. The 25-year-old was scratched from Sunday’s lineup with a foot injury and after undergoing an MRI and CT scan, it was determined that he needed surgery. Dr. Martin O’Malley performed the […]

Scott Kingery Signs Extension, Will Start Year With Phillies

Scott Kingery will indeed start the year with the Philadelphia Phillies after signing a six-year contract extension with the club. The deal also includes three team-option years that could have him with the club for nine seasons in total. The 23-year-old infielder hit .392 this spring, with four home runs and seven RBI. Arguably the […]

Tyler Austin Could Start Opening Day

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said today that if Greg Bird is placed on the DL to begin the season, Tyler Austin would likely get the start at first base on Opening Day. Bird is currently dealing with a sore foot that will require him to undergo an MRI and a CT scan. Considering […]

Phillies Select Contract Of Drew Hutchison

After signing a minor league contract and reporting to Phillies camp this Spring Training, Drew Hutchison has earned a spot on the roster. The club made room for him today, designating veteran catcher Cameron Rupp for assignment. Hutchison, 27, has made six appearances for the Phillies this spring, starting three games and going 2-0 with […]

Greg Bird Will Undergo Further Exams

After a sore foot injury sidelined him from today’s Spring Training action, New York Yankees first baseman Greg Bird was examined, but further tests will be done. The 25-year-old is scheduled to undergo an MRI and CT scan, raising worries that he may not be ready for the beginning of the season. Bird missed most […]

Jacoby Ellsbury Remaining In Tampa For Season Prep

Veteran outfielder Jacoby Ellsbury will begin the 2018 season on the Disabled List, remaining in Tampa as the New York Yankees fly north of the border for the season opener in Toronto. The 34-year-old tried to get back in time for the season, now just days away, but he couldn’t do it. Ellsbury has been […]

Francisco Rodriguez Granted Release

Veteran reliever Francisco Rodriguez, who was fighting for a bullpen spot with the Philadelphia Phillies this spring, has been granted his release by the organization. The 36-year-old who last pitched in the majors with the Detroit Tigers last season, made eight appearances with the Phillies this spring, posting a 5.40 ERA. He clearly wasn’t going […]

Miguel Andujar To See Some Time At First In Minors

After his strong start to Spring Training, Miguel Andujar fell short of a spot on the New York Yankees, being assigned to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. The 23-year-old is primarily a third baseman, but according to General Manager Brian Cashman, he will also see time at first base. Cashman said 80 percent of his time playing defense […]

Jonathan Holder Wins Final Spot In Yankees Bullpen

The final spot in the New York Yankees bullpen was decided today, as the the club optioned Domingo German to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, leaving Jonathan Holder the winner. The 24-year-old has made sporadic appearances with the club the past two seasons, making a bigger impact in 2017. This year in Spring Training, he was solid, posting […]