Pete Alonso OK After Being Hit In The Face

New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (face) is ok after being hit by a ball in the face. Alonso was hit in the face during an infield drill on Thursday morning but was able to return to action later in the afternoon. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status in case he faces […]

Orelvis Martinez Bouncing Between Second And Third Base

Toronto Blue Jays infield prospect Orelvis Martinez is expected to split time between second and third base during spring training. Blue Jays manager John Schneider noted that the infielder still has a lot to prove on the defensive side of his game. Last season, Martinez got the call to the majors in June but was […]

Grayson Rodriguez Working On New Sweeper

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez was working on his new pitch, a sweeper, during Thursday's practice. This sweeper is different from the slider that he relied on 15.8 percent of the time last season (third-most used pitch). Last season, Rodriguez logged 116 2/3 innings and saw his season cut short due to a lat […]

Curtis Mead Adds Weight In The Offseason

Tampa Bay Rays second baseman Curtis Mead added weight during the offseason. Mead did this to hit the ball harder and retain his strength through the long season. Mead has appeared in 62 MLB contests over the past two seasons but has yet to enjoy any sustained success. During the 2023 season, Mead held a […]

Mets, Jose Quintana Discussing Reunion

According to Pat Ragazzo of Sports Illustrated, left-handed pitcher Jose Quintana and the New York Mets have been talking and shown mutual interest in a reunion. Earlier this week, right-handed pitcher Franke Montas (lat) was shut down from throwing. Montas is not expected to begin throwing in at least four weeks. As a result, Quintana […]

Marlins Claim Seth Martinez

The Miami Marlins have claimed right-handed pitcher Seth Martinez off waivers. The Marlins opened a spot on the 40-man roster for Martinez by placing starting pitcher Eury Perez (elbow) on the 60-day injured list. Martinez was designated for assignment by the Arizona Diamondbacks earlier this week. Martinez has spent his entire MLB career with the […]

Andrew Heaney Signs One-Year Deal With Pittsburgh

Left-handed pitcher Andrew Heaney signed a one-year contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates worth $5 million. Heaney spent the 2024 campaign with the Texas Rangers. The southpaw logged 160 innings and held a 4.28 ERA and a 1.25 WHIP. He tallied 159 punchouts. He also showed solid command as he allowed walks at a 5.9 percent […]

Ryan Yarbrough Signs Minor-League Contract With Toronto

Left-handed pitcher Ryan Yarbrough signed a minor-league contract with the Toronto Blue Jays. Yarbrough will also be invited to spring training. Yarbrough spent time with the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Blue Jays during the 2024 campaign. With the Dodgers, Yarbrough posted a 3.74 ERA and a 1.14 WHIP across 67 1/3 innings. However, the […]

Bobby Miller In Concussion Protocol

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Bobby Miller (concussion) is in concussion protocol. The right-hander was struck by a comebacker during their first Cactus League contest on Thursday afternoon. The 25-year-old was eventually able to walk off on his own power. Manager Dave Roberts said it was a "scary moment" and that he does not know […]

Pavin Smith To Platoon At Designated Hitter

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Pavin Smith is expected to open the campaign in a platoon role at the designated hitter spot. Being a left-handed bat, Smith should see a majority of the starts. Joc Pederson occupied this role last season but departed in free agency to sign with Texas. When facing a right-handed pitcher last season, […]

Francisco Lindor To Hit Leadoff, Juan Soto To Hit Second

New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza is leaning towards putting shortstop Francisco Lindor at the top of the batting order and recently acquired outfielder Juan Soto in the two-hole. Lindor spent most of the 2025 campaign batting in the top spot and performed very well. When batting first, Lindor posted a stellar .303/.374/.552 line with […]

Matthew Allan Fully Healthy During Camp

New York Mets right-handed pitcher Matthew Allan (elbow) is fully healthy during camp. Allan has already thrown two successful bullpen sessions and is set to throw his third later on Thursday. The 23-year-old is expected to begin the 2025 campaign in the minor leagues. The former third-round selection in the 2019 MLB Draft has undergone […]

Ian Anderson Throws Live Batting Practice

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Ian Anderson completed a live bullpen session on Wednesday. The right-hander's fastball sat around 92-93 mph. In 2021, his fastball averaged a slightly higher 94.6 mph. Anderson has battled numerous injuries over the past two seasons, including Tommy John. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status during spring training as […]

Every NFL Team’s Greatest Running Back Season - All 32 Franchises

In this ranking, we will identify every NFL team’s greatest running back season of all time. We will look at several parameters to determine the representative for each team such as first-te...

Jorge Lopez, Jose Ferrer To See Save Opportunities

Washington Nationals relief pitchers Jorge Lopez and Jose A. Ferrer are likely to see most of the save opportunities at the start of the 2025 campaign. When asked who would close games, manager Dave Martinez mentioned both pitchers and that the team would "play matchups." With Lopez being a right-hander and Ferrer being a left-hander, […]

Mauricio Dubon To See Extended Time At Second Base

Houston Astros infielder Mauricio Dubon is expected to see more opportunities at second base when Jose Altuve moves to the outfield. During the start of spring training, Dubon has been deployed as the top option at the keystone while Altuve is working with the outfielders. While Altuve will likely still see most of his starts […]

Jared Spurgeon Battling Illness

Minnesota Wild defenseman Jared Spurgeon (illness) was unable to practice on Wednesday. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor Spurgeon's status leading up to their game on Saturday against the Detroit Red Wings. Spurgeon will have several days to return to practice before this contest. The 35-year-old has been a strong contributor to their offensive attack […]

Nico Hischier Targeting Saturday Return

New Jersey Devils center Nico Hischier (upper body) is hoping to return on Saturday to face the Dallas Stars. Hischier was able to practice on Tuesday and will continue to be monitored leading up to Saturday's contest. Hischier has been on the injured reserve and missed their previous six games. Before the injury, Hischier was […]

Thatcher Demko Deemed Week-To-Week

Vancouver Canucks goaltender Thatcher Demko (lower body) has been deemed week-to-week. The goaltender will not travel with the team on their upcoming road trip and will be reevaluated when the team returns following their contest on March 1 against the Seattle Kraken. The goaltender sustained this injury during their victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs […]

Kirill Marchenko Could Return On Saturday

Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Kirill Marchenko (jaw) will be evaluated prior to Saturday's contest against the Chicago Blackhawks. The 24-year-old has been sidelined since the start of February after undergoing jaw surgery and was ruled out indefinitely. However, it appears Marchenko could be nearing a return and may be available right after the international […]

Adam Lowry Set To Return On Saturday

Winnipeg Jets center Adam Lowry (upper body) is set to return to action on Saturday to face the St. Louis Blues. Lowry has been on the injured reserve and missed their previous eight contests. Prior to the injury, Lowry tallied four points over his last seven contests. During this stretch, he logged 11 hits, seven […]

Charlie McAvoy Develops Shoulder Infection

Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy sustained a shoulder injury during the 4 Nations Face-Off. He was held out of action during their contest against Team Sweden on Monday evening. McAvoy suffered an AC joint injury in his shoulder. However, he then developed an infection in that shoulder. He underwent a debridement procedure and remains in […]

Brendan White Sharp To Start Camp

Detroit Tigers right-handed pitcher Brendan White has looked sharp early in spring training. Jason Beck of MLB.com noted that the 26-year-old looked "strong" and flashed his "high-spin arsenal." Last season, White was limited to just seven 1/3 innings due to an elbow injury. He underwent a hydro-dissection procedure Tuesday to address radial nerve-related symptoms in […]

Mason Thompson Placed On 60-Day Injured List

The Washington Nationals placed right-handed pitcher Mason Thompson (elbow) on the 60-day injured list. This transaction opened a roster spot for right-handed pitcher Lucas Sims, who the team signed earlier on Wednesday. Earlier in the offseason, manager Dave Martinez expressed optimism about the right-hander, but Thompson was unable to progress enough. As a result, fantasy […]

Hunter Stratton Expected To Start Running Progression

Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed pitcher Hunter Stratton (knee) is expected to begin a running progression soon. The 28-year-old has already begun throwing off the mound. Stratton is still recovering from the ruptured patella tendon in his left knee he suffered last August. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status in the coming weeks. If he […]

Miguel Rojas Participates In Live Batting Practice

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Miguel Rojas (abdomen) took part in live batting practice on Wednesday. Rojas faced right-handed pitcher Roki Sasaki. The 35-year-old also participated in defensive drills during Wednesday's session. Rojas underwent sports hernia surgery during the offseason but is expected to be ready for Opening Day. Seeing him participate in live hitting drills […]

Ross Stripling Signs Minor-League Deal With Kansas City

Right-handed pitcher Ross Stripling signed a minor-league deal with the Kanas City Royals on Wednesday. This contract includes an invitation to spring training. Stripling spent the entire 2024 campaign with the Oakland Athletics, holding a poor 6.01 ERA and a 1.54 WHIP across 85 1/3 innings. He tallied strikeouts at a poor 12.9 percent rate […]

Jorge Lopez Faces Live Batters

Washington Nationals relief pitcher Jorge Lopez (groin) faced live batters during Monday's practice session. This is a great sign, as Lopez ended the 2024 campaign on the injured list with a right groin strain. Seeing him face live hitters early in practice suggests he is past this injury and is viewed as a full-go. Fantasy […]

Alexander Canario Could Contend For Spot On Opening Day Roster

Chicago Cubs outfielder Alexander Canario could contend for a spot on the Opening Day roster. Patrick Mooney of The Athletic noted that the 24-year-old is out of minor league options, which provides him with the most leverage he has had. In addition, reports in the offseason have suggested that Canario will see work at first […]

Every NFL Team's Greatest Defensive Player - All 32 Franchises

In this ranking, we will identify every NFL team’s greatest defensive player of all time. We will look at several parameters to determine the representative for each team, such as first-team...