Giancarlo Stanton Crushes First Home Run Of Spring

Taking on his former division rival in the New York Mets on Saturday, outfielder Giancarlo Stanton took a couple of healthy hacks. In the first inning, he smashed a foul ball that struck the window of a press box. Later, he connected on a two-run home run, his first in a New York Yankees uniform.... Read More

Hector Neris Gives Up First Runs Of Spring

After a strong first four outings to start spring training, Philadelphia Phillies closer Hector Neris struggled Saturday against the Tampa Bay Rays, taking a loss. The 28-year-old allowed three runs on three hits, also striking out two during his brief outing. Prior to Saturday's loss, Neris appeared in four games, allowing just two hits and... Read More

Vince Velasquez's Spring Keeps Trending Upward

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Vince Velasquez had his second consecutive positive outing Saturday for the Phillies this spring. Taking on the Tampa Bay Rays, the 25-year-old fired four shutout innings, allowing just three hits and striking out two. This follows his outing against the Minnesota Twins on Monday that saw him toss two shutout innings. While Velasquez’s... Read More

Jordan Montgomery Officially The Fifth Starter

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone officially tabbed starting pitcher Jordan Montgomery as the fifth starting pitcher for the club on Friday. The 25-year-old won the job last season, making 29 starts and posting a 9-7 record with a 3.88 ERA. In June and September he was particularly strong, going 4-0 with a 2.59 ERA and... Read More

Jacoby Ellsbury Could Still Return For Opening Day

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone stated on Thursday that injured outfielder Jacoby Ellsbury (oblique) could resume running on Saturday in a bid to return for Opening Day. The veteran injured his oblique earlier in spring training and has been sidelined ever since. Ellsbury’s injury came as he took batting practice, later telling his coaches before the injury... Read More

Domingo German Emerging As Starter Option

Young New York Yankees Dominican pitcher Domingo German is pitching his way into the conversation to start for the team this upcoming season. While Masahiro Tanaka, Luis Severino, Sonny Gray, CC Sabathia and Jordan Montgomery are the clear five starters for the club at this point, the 25-year-old has made three appearances this spring, allowing just... Read More

Luis Cessa Slated To Start On Saturday

After missing Wednesday’s game against the New York Mets with a stiff neck, New York Yankees pitcher Luis Cessa is expected to pitch on Saturday, again against the Mets. The 25-year-old last pitched at the end of February, surrendering five runs on six hits in four innings of work across two outings. Cessa might have... Read More

David Nwaba (SF/SG, CHI) - Week 21 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add In Standard Leagues OWNED IN: 27% of leagues ANALYSIS: After going undrafted and signing with his hometown Los Angeles Lakers two years ago, David Nwaba was claimed off waivers by the Chicago Bulls last summer. Now, he’s finally making an impact with the Bulls, starting numerous games and playing in over 50 games this... Read More

Jacoby Ellsbury’s Return Taking Time

Suffering from a strained right oblique, New York Yankees veteran outfielder Jacoby Ellsbury is still in the preliminary stages of a return to the Yankees this spring. The 34-year-old suffered the injury on Friday while taking batting practice. Perhaps Ellsbury can get advice from teammate and fellow outfielder Aaron Hicks, who suffered the same injury last... Read More

Clint Frazier’s Return a Work In Progress

New York Yankees outfielder Clint Frazier continues to be sidelined with a concussion, with his time out now at a week and a half. He has attempted to resume workouts various times since then but has had to quit due to ongoing headaches. His last attempt at any form of workout activity came on Sunday, when he... Read More

Adam Lind Perplexed By Lack Of Attention

Finally signed with the New York Yankees to a minor league deal, veteran first baseman Adam Lind remains dumbfounded about the lack of attention from teams. The 34-year-old is coming off a season with the Washington Nationals that saw him hit .303 with 14 home runs and 59 RBI in 116 games. The veteran is a... Read More

Estevan Florial’s Speed On Full Display

While infield prospect Miguel Andujar is grabbing all the headlines for the New York Yankees with his power, outfield prospect Estevan Florial has been strong on offense as well. Ranked as the third top prospect in the organization, the 20-year-old has picked up three triples thus far in spring training, putting his fantastic speed on... Read More

Odubel Herrera Returning To Center Field

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Odubel Herrera (shoulder) will finally play the field Friday, starting in center field when the club plays the Tampa Bay Rays. The 26-year-old has been dealing with shoulder soreness, which has prevented him from playing defense. Herrera has been Philadelphia’s best offensive player the past three seasons, hitting a combined .288 with 37... Read More

Scott Kingery Accepting Fact He Will Start In Triple-A

Philadelphia Phillies infield prospect Scott Kingery is off to a great start this Spring Training, but it means little to nothing for his chances of landing on the big league roster come Opening Day. The 23-year-old is blocked at second base by Cesar Hernandez, and it simply benefits the Phillies to keep him in the... Read More

Miguel Andujar Continues To Fight For Starting Gig

When the New York Yankees acquired Brandon Drury, the team’s starting third base position appeared to be his. Over a week into spring training, however, Miguel Andujar continues to force the decision over third to be a difficult one. The 23-year-old smashed a pair of home runs on Monday night, the second being a walk-off.... Read More

Tommy Joseph Shifting To Outfield

After spending last season as the starting first baseman of the Philadelphia Phillies, Tommy Joseph finds himself fighting for a spot in 2018. The 26-year-old hit .240 with 22 home runs and 69 RBI in 142 games last season, but will give way to newly-signed Carlos Santana this upcoming season. As a result, the Phillies... Read More

Aaron Judge Set For Spring Debut

After undergoing arthroscopic surgery on his left shoulder this offseason, New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge was not ready for spring training when it began. However, the Rookie of the Year has been cleared to play and will start in right field against the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday. Judge has been taking live batting practice the... Read More

Clint Frazier Suffers Concussion

Although not noticed when it initially happened, New York Yankees outfielder Clint Frazier suffered a concussion on Saturday afternoon, banging his head against a wall in the outfield. The 23-year-old stated he was suffering from just a “slight headache” Monday and is expected to get back on the stationary bike and swing off a tee Tuesday.... Read More

Chance Adams’ Future In 2018 Could Go Different Ways

New York Yankees pitching prospect Chance Adams is 23 years old and coming off a sensational 2017 season. Splitting time between Double-A and Triple-A, he went 15-5 with a 2.45 ERA and 1.08 WHIP in 150 innings. While the question of when he will finally debut with the big league team looms larger, the Yankees... Read More

Gleyber Torres Not A Lock At Second Base

In Friday's spring training debut, the New York Yankees slotted prized prospect Gleyber Torres into the starting second base spot. The 20-year-old batted sixth and went hitless in two appearances. While getting the start in the first preseason game of the year, Torres shouldn’t take too much confidence in that. Manager Aaron Boone stated that the battle... Read More

CC Sabathia Gets Through First Spring Session

Now one of the elder statesmen on the club and one of a handful of remaining players from the 2009 World Series team, New York Yankees starting pitcher CC Sabathia is one of the major figures for the Yankees. The 37-year-old, fresh off a new contract with New York, successfully threw his first session to live... Read More

Nick Williams Smashing Them Out Of The Park

Entering his sophomore season in the majors, Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Nick Williams is already making a splash in spring training. The 24-year-old recently smashed a home run out of the club’s Clearwater, Florida, spring training stadium, hitting manager Gabe Kapler’s car. Williams almost did it two days in a row, barely missing the car the... Read More

Gleyber Torres Will Battle For Starting Second Base Position

Gleyber Torres, the top prospect in the New York Yankees farm system and the No. 5 prospect in all of baseball, will do battle for the starting position at second base this spring. This news came from general manager Brian Cashman in light of the club’s acquisition of infielder Brandon Drury from the Arizona Diamondbacks. While Torres,... Read More

Ronald Torreyes To Battle For Second Base Spot

With the arrival of infielder Brandon Drury to the New York Yankees, the competition for third base has become slightly clearer. For Ronald Torreyes, this also appears to make things clearer, as he seems set to focus on competing for the starting job at second base. According to general manager Brian Cashman, the Venezuelan will now mainly focus... Read More

Brandon Drury To Focus On Third Base

While New York Yankees infielder Brandon Drury’s ability to play both second and third base has been well documented, the prevailing thought was that he would settle at third base with the New York Yankees. This, of course, is considering the fact that top shortstop prospect Gleyber Torres is poised to take over at second. On... Read More

Miguel Andujar Ready For Opportunity

Miguel Andujar, third base prospect of the New York Yankees, seems poised for the opportunity he’s receiving this Spring Training. With the departures of Chase Headley and Todd Frazier, the club has an opening at third base this season and is looking within the organization for a replacement. The favorite prior to Spring Training was... Read More

Tyus Jones (PG, MIN) - Week 12 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add In Standard Leagues OWNED IN: 21% of leagues ANALYSIS: An NCAA national champion with Duke three years ago, Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Tyus Jones has been thrust into the starting lineup following Jeff Teague’s injury. The 29-year-old may miss up to a month with a sprained left knee. As a result, Jones has been... Read More

Ish Smith (PG, DET) - Week 12 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add In Standard Leagues OWNED IN: 42% of leagues ANALYSIS: Currently sixth in the Eastern Conference playoff standings, the Detroit Pistons were dealt a considerable blow when starting point guard Reggie Jackson went down with an ankle sprain. He’s not expected back until after the All-Star break, meaning backup Ish Smith has been catapulted to... Read More

Ersan Ilysova (SF/PF, ATL) - Week 9 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add In Standard Leagues OWNED IN: 40% of leagues ANALYSIS: While the Atlanta Hawks currently own the worst record in the NBA, a couple of fantasy gems can be found on the roster, with veteran forward Ersan Ilysova being one of them. While the 30-year-old is averaging eight points, four points and an assist per... Read More

Wilson Chandler (SG/SF/PF, DEN) - Week 9 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add In Standard Leagues OWNED IN: 37% of leagues ANALYSIS: Now in his 11th professional season, swingman Wilson Chandler has seen some worrying traits early on this season. Taking just eight shots per game, he’s seeing a career low in the category. The past week, however, Chandler has been more aggressive, which has resulted in... Read More