George Valera Participates In Live Batting Practice

Cleveland Guardians outfield prospect George Valera (knee) participated in live batting practice earlier in the week. Valera is expected to begin defensive drills during the first week of March. The 24-year-old has been running and throwing for some time but finally returned to the batting cage. He is still recovering from knee surgery, which he […]

Davis Martin Opening Season In Starting Rotation

Chicago White Sox right-handed pitcher Davis Martin will open the season in the starting rotation. Martin spent most of his time in the rotation last season and will open the 2025 campaign in a similar role. Through his 10 starts last season, Martin held a 4.37 ERA with a 1.42 WHIP across 47 1/3 innings […]

Addison Barger Starting On Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Addison Barger (hand) is in the starting lineup for Thursday's spring training contest. Barger is batting third and covering the hot corner. Barger was hit by a pitch during Sunday's contest, which kept him sidelined through most of the week. He underwent X-rays but was able to avoid a serious […]

Andrew Abbott Throws Side Session On Wednesday

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Andrew Abbott (shoulder) threw a successful side session on Wednesday. Abbott has been on a slower progression throughout camp due to a shoulder strain that cut his 2024 season short. In addition, the left-handed pitcher battled an illness last week, which slightly slowed down his recovery process. The team has still […]

Jordan Montgomery Set To Throw Another Bullpen On Friday

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Jordan Montgomery (finger) is expected to throw his next bullpen session on Friday. The southpaw completed a session on Tuesday and will look to continue his recovery process later in the week. If this session goes well, the 32-year-old could be cleared to face hitters sometime next week. Montgomery was diagnosed […]

Matt Gorski Could Make Opening Day Roster

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Matt Gorski is making a strong push to begin the season on the MLB roster. Throughout camp, Gorski has begun seeing time at first base with Spencer Horwitz (wrist) sidelined, improving his defensive versatility. The Pirates are lacking a depth outfielder, and Gorski could be given the edge due to his ability […]

Taj Bradley Working On New Pitch

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Taj Bradley unveiled a new pitch during Tuesday's spring training contest against the Philadelphia Phillies. Bradley's new pitch is a modification of his cutter that moves like a slider. Bradley noted that this pitch will look to limit hard contact. Last season, the right-hander showed flashes of potential times but […]

Quinn Hughes Tallies Game-Winning Helper In Return

Vancouver Canucks defenseman Quinn Hughes (oblique) tallied a game-winning primary assist in his return on Wednesday evening. Hughes has been sidelined over their previous six contests due to an oblique injury. However, the defenseman saw his typical workload as he logged over 21 minutes of ice time and over three minutes on the power play. […]

Conor Garland Leads Vancouver To Victory

Vancouver Canucks right wing Connor Garland tallied two goals, including the overtime winner, to power the Canucks over the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday evening. Garland found the back of the net for the first time in the second frame on the power-play. Then, in overtime, Garland would score his 16th goal of the season […]

Martin Necas Tallies Three Helpers On Wednesday

Colorado Avalanche right wing Martin Necas tallied three helpers during their 5-1 victory over the New Jersey Devils on Wednesday evening. Necas tallied the primary assist on Artturi Lehkonen's opening game in the first period. Later in the third, Necas would add two helpers on the power-play, one as a primary assist and the other […]

Nathan MacKinnon Scores Twice In Victory

Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon tallied three points during their 5-1 victory over the New Jersey Devils on Wednesday evening. MacKinnon tallied the secondary assist on Artturi Lehkonen's opening game in the first period. Then, in the third, MacKinnon would find the back of the net twice, both times on the power-play. He also tallied […]

Kyle Connor Scores Goal No. 31 On Wednesday

Winnipeg Jets left wing Kyle Connor tallied two points during their 4-1 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday evening. Connor found the back of the net for the 31st time this season in the second period. He beat Ottawa netminder Linus Ullmark on a wrist shot. Then, later in the final frame, Connor would […]

Connor Hellebuyck Sharp On Wednesday

Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck stopped 24 of the 25 shots he faced en route to defeating the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday evening. The Jets had a significant advantage in the shot total, but Hellebuyck was able to stand up when called on. His lone blemish came in the second frame when Thomas Chabot beat […]

Leo Rivas Battling Ankle Injury

Seattle Mariners infielder Leo Rivas (ankle) was seen limping during Tuesday's practice session and is viewed as a day-to-day. The team is optimistic the infielder will only miss a few days of practice. Rivas sustained this injury when doing infield drills. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as he will likely compete for […]

Joey Loperfido Could Return On Friday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Joey Loperfido (neck/back) is expected to go through a full workout on Thursday and could return to the starting lineup on Friday. Loperfido avoided a serious injury on Tuesday when he collided into the center field wall. Loperfido did not have any concussion symptoms and is not expected to miss any […]

Robert Garcia Facing Hitters On Thursday

Texas Rangers left-handed pitcher Robert Garcia (forearm) is set to face live hitters on Thursday. The 28-year-old has been dealing with irritation in his left forearm and has been behind schedule during camp. Garcia has been throwing bullpen sessions and will now look to progress to the next step in his recovery process. If Garcia […]

Dedniel Nunez Not Expected To Pitch In Games "Anytime Soon"

New York Mets right-handed pitcher Dedniel Nunez (elbow) is not expected to pitch in spring training games "anytime soon." However, manager Carlos Mendoza noted that the team still believes Nunez could be ready in time for Opening Day. The 28-year-old dealt with a flexor strain during the second half of the 2024 campaign and is […]

Oneil Cruz Recovering From Illness

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Oneil Cruz (illness) is progressing slower during camp due to an illness. Manager Derek Shelton noted that the 26-year-old reported to camp sick, and as a result, the team is opting to exercise caution as he ramps up his activity. The young outfielder has only appeared in one spring game so far […]

Drew Thorpe "Continues To Progress"

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Drew Thorpe (elbow) "continues to progress." Thorpe has been throwing fastballs and changeups exclusively during his bullpen sessions and has yet to throw a breaking ball. The Cal Poly product is slowly working his way back from the elbow surgery he underwent in September to remove a bone spur. Thorpe […]

Linus Ullmark Starting On Wednesday

Ottawa Senators goaltender Linus Ullmark will get the starting nod on Wednesday when the Senators host the Winnipeg Jets. Since returning to action on February 4, Ullmark has held an underwhelming 0-3 record with a hefty 4.88 and .879 save percentage. Before his return, Ullmark was sidelined since December 22 due to a back injury. […]

Chris Tanev Viewed As Day-To-Day

Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Chris Tanev (upper body) is not expected to play on Friday evening against the New York Rangers but is not expected to miss a significant amount of time. Fantasy managers should monitor his status leading up to their next contest on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Penguins, as Tanev may only be […]

Michael Bunting Dealing With Illness

Pittsburgh Penguins left wing Michael Bunting (illness) was unable to participate during Wednesday's practice due to an illness. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status leading up to their next contest against the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday evening. If the 29-year-old were to miss time, left wing Matt Nieto would likely rejoin the starting […]

Shane Pinto Sitting Out On Wednesday

Ottawa Senators center Shane Pinto (upper body) will miss his fourth-straight contest on Wednesday evening when the Senators host the Winnipeg Jets. Pinto sustained this injury earlier in the month, on February 4, and seeing that he is continuing to sit out suggests this injury may be serious. Fantasy managers should monitor his status ahead […]

Josh Norris Ruled Out For Wednesday's Contest

Ottawa Senators center Josh Norris (upper body) will remain sidelined during Wednesday's contest when the Senators host the Winnipeg Jets. Norris has missed their previous five contests due to this injury and could be facing an extended absence. Over his last six contests, the former 19th overall selection has tallied six points (four goals) with […]

Brady Tkachuk Will Not Play On Wednesday

Ottawa Senators left wing Brady Tkachuk (lower body) will remain out of the starting lineup on Wednesday when the Senators face the Winnipeg Jets. Tkachuk sustained this injury during the 4 Nations Face-Off. He will now miss his second-straight game. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on his status leading up to their next contest […]

Jackson Jobe Allows Two Runs Across Two Frames

Detroit Tigers starting pitching prospect Jackson Jobe allowed two runs during his spring debut. The right-hander logged two innings of work. His lone blemish came against young Baltimore slugger Heston Kjerstad, who hit a two-run shot off Jobe in the second frame. Jobe also severed up one free pass but did tally a strikeout. The […]

Franco Aleman May Require Surgery

Cleveland Guardians pitching prospect Franco Aleman (hernia) is dealing with an inguinal hernia and may have to undergo surgery. Aleman had an appointment on Tuesday to see the extent of the injury but has yet to receive an official diagnosis. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his process but an operation would delay his MLB […]

Kumar Rocker Stumbles In Spring Debut

Texas Rangers starting pitching prospect Kumar Rocker struggled in his spring debut on Tuesday against the Kansas City Royals. Rocker tossed one inning of work but allowed a hefty four runs and four hits. He only tallied one punchout. He allowed two doubles, one to Vinnie Pasquantino and the other to Nick Pratto, which brought […]

X-Rays Come Back Negative On Xavier Isaac

The X-rays on Tampa Bay Rays first base prospect Xavier Isaac (shoulder) came back negative. Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reported that Isaac should resume hitting in the "next few days" and will "work back into throwing." Isaac has begun to see work in the outfield during camp. However, he felt soreness in […]

Hurston Waldrep Optioned To Triple-A

Atlanta Braves starting pitching prospect Hurston Waldrep was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett on Tuesday. As a result, Waldrep will begin the 2025 campaign at the top level of the minor leagues. Last season, the right-hander made his MLB debut but struggled as he allowed 13 earned runs across seven innings of work. The 22-year-old made […]