Bryson Stott Dealt With Elbow Injury Last Year

MLB.com's Todd Zolecki writes that Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Bryson Stott played through an injured elbow in 2024, which the team thinks hindered his swing at the plate. Stott hit .280/.329/.419 with 15 homers, 62 RBI and 31 stolen bases in 151 games in 2023 before slashing .245/.315/.356 with 11 homers, 57 RBI and 32 […]

Nick Allen Could Have The Edge As Backup Infielder

MLB.com's Mark Bowman feels that Atlanta Braves infielder Nick Allen could have the early edge to begin the 2025 season as the team's backup infielder over Christian Cairo, who was a Rule 5 pick from the Cleveland Guardians this offseason. Cairo needs to stay on the big-league roster all season unless the Braves want to […]

Jarred Kelenic, Bryan De La Cruz Could Platoon In Right Field

Until Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (knee) is able to return from a torn left ACL he suffered last year, Jarred Kelenic will be the team's primary right fielder, but MLB.com's Mark Bowman writes that Kelenic could platoon with the right-handed-hitting Bryan De La Cruz. Jurickson Profar will start in left, and Michael Harris […]

Jurickson Profar A Candidate To Hit Leadoff For Braves

The Athletic's David O'Brien mentions new outfielder Jurickson Profar as a candidate to hit leadoff for the Atlanta Braves early in 2025 while outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (knee) continues his rehab from a torn ACL suffered last year. Profar isn't as fast as center fielder Michael Harris II, but he did have a .380 on-base […]

Braves Won't Rush Ronald Acuna Jr. Back

The Athletic's David O'Brien writes that the Atlanta Braves will be careful not to rush outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (knee) back this year to avoid a repeat of 2022 when he played with lingering soreness and had diminished power and confidence after he tore his right ACL in July of 2021. Acuna tore his left […]

Kodai Senga Feeling Completely Healthy

New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga (calf, shoulder) said that his offseason was half rehab and half normal and that he has been feeling completely healthy and normal since early January. Due to calf and shoulder injuries last year, Senga only made one start in the regular season and four appearances overall. The good news […]

Scott Barlow Agrees With Reds On One-Year Deal

Free-agent relief pitcher Scott Barlow agreed with the Cincinnati Reds on a one-year, $2.5 million contract on Tuesday, sources told ESPN's Jesse Rogers. The deal is still pending a physical. Barlow will head to the National League Central in 2025 after going 3-3 with a 4.25 ERA (4.02 FIP), a 1.36 WHIP, two saves, 68 […]

Nolan Arenado Expected To Be Traded Before Opening Day

The St. Louis Cardinals haven't been able to trade veteran third baseman Nolan Arenado this offseason after he used his full no-trade clause to block a trade to the Houston Astros. However, MLB.com's Mark Feinsand thinks the Cardinals' will get something done and will have more urgency to deal Arenado before the start of spring […]

Kenley Jansen Agrees To Contract With Angels

According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, relief pitcher Kenley Jansen has agreed to a one-year, $10 million contract with the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday. Jansen has spent the last two seasons with the Boston Red Sox after a brief stint with the Atlanta Braves and a long tenure with the Los […]

Austin Voth Signs Overseas

According to the Yakyu Cosmopolitan, the Lotte Marines of Nippon Professional Baseball have signed right-handed pitcher Austin Voth. Voth was non-tendered by the Seattle Mariners earlier in the offseason and will take his talents to the NPB. Last summer in Seattle, Voth held a 3.69 ERA with a 1.05 WHIP across 61 innings of work. […]

Dylan Covey Elects Free Agency

According to MiLB.com, right-handed pitcher Dylan Covey has elected free agency. Covey was designated for assignment by the New York Mets earlier in the offseason and will now test the open market. The 33-year-old was only able to log 20 1/3 innings in the minor leagues due to a shoulder injury. Across this stint, he […]

Cardinals Sign Rob Kaminsky To Minor-League Contract

According to the team, the St. Louis Cardinals signed left-handed pitcher Rob Kaminsky to a minor-league contract. Kaminsky was initially drafted by the Cardinals in the first round of the 2013 MLB Draft. He then returned to the Cardinals for a second stint. He has logged only four 2/3 career innings in the major league. […]

Marlins Sign Janson Junk To Minor-League Deal

According to the team, the Miami Marlins have signed right-handed pitcher Janson Junk to a minor-league contract. He is also being invited to spring training. Junk has only seen limited work in the majors over the past three seasons. Last summer, Junk logged just eight innings in the majors and held a 14.63 ERA with […]

Jayvien Sandridge Signs Minor-League Deal With Yankees

According to the team, left-handed pitcher Jayvien Sandridge has signed a minor-league contract with the New York Yankees. Sandridge will also be invited to spring training. The 25-year-old has yet to reach the major leagues. Last summer, Sandridge made his Triple-A debut with the El Paso Chihuahuas. Across 39 2/3 innings of relief, the southpaw […]

Yankees Sign Ronaldo Hernandez To Minor-League Contract

According to the team, the New York Yankees have signed catcher Ronaldo Hernandez to a minor-league contract. The 27-year-old has yet to make his MLB debut. Last season, he spent the entire season with the Arizona Diamondbacks, playing with Triple-A Reno. Across 63 games, Hernandez held a strong .311/.357/.507 slash line with 10 doubles, 11 […]

Colin Rea Could Be Favorite For Fifth Rotation Spot

With Chicago Cubs right-hander Javier Assad currently dealing with a left-oblique injury, right-hander Colin Rea could become the favorite to win the fifth spot in the Opening Day starting rotation. The team's top four starters entering the 2025 season should be lefties Shota Imanaga, Justin Steele and Matthew Boyd, and right-hander Jameson Taillon. In addition […]

Vidal Brujan, Alexander Canario, Gage Workman Good Bets For Opening Day Roster

Because of the fact that Chicago Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner (elbow) isn't a lock for Opening Day in 2025, utility men Vidal Brujan, Alexander Canario and Gage Workman are safe picks for the roster going into spring training, according to MLB.com's Jordan Bastian. The Cubs acquired Brujan from the Miami Marlins this offseason, and […]

Taijuan Walker Must Pitch Well To Secure Bullpen Spot

MLB.com's Todd Zolecki writes that Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Taijuan Walker will enter spring training with the final bullpen spot because he is owed $36 million over the next two years. However, Walker is going to need to perform in Grapefruit League action to keep the spot. Pitchers Max Lazar, Tyler Phillips, Nick Vespi and Joel […]

Weston Wilson Competing For Second Utility Spot

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder/first baseman Weston Wilson will be competing with Kody Clemens and Buddy Kennedy at spring training this year for the second utility job behind infielder Edmundo Sosa, who is a lock for the Opening Day roster, according to MLB.com's Todd Zolecki. If the Phillies are looking for balance on their roster, Wilson might […]

Rafael Marchan Considered The Favorite For Backup Catching Duties

MLB.com's Todd Zolecki writes that Philadelphia Phillies catcher Rafael Marchan is perceived as the favorite for backup duties behind starter J.T. Realmuto over Garrett Stubbs, who has been the backup for the last three years. Marchan is out of minor-league options, and the Phillies would prefer to preserve their depth at the position. However, the […]

Tyler Matzek Secures Minor-League Deal With Yankees

Free-agent left-hander Tyler Matzek is signing a minor-league deal with the New York Yankees on Monday after he recently impressed scouts in a showcase. The 34-year-old veteran southpaw will head to the American League East after appearing in only 11 games out of the bullpen for the Atlanta Braves in 2024. In his 11 outings […]

Kyle Wright Could Be Limited To Start Spring Training

According to Anne Rogers of MLB.com, Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Kyle Wright (shoulder) "may be a little behind" in his throwing progression. Wright missed the entire 2024 campaign after undergoing surgery to repair a torn capsule in his right shoulder. While Wright has been throwing off the mound during the offseason, he may not […]

Kris Bryant To See Limited Outfield Opportunities

According to Thomas Harding of MLB.com, the Colorado Rockies have focused on ensuring that outfielder Kris Bryant remains healthy during the 2025 season. During the offseason, Bryant focused on improving his flexibility and core strength. Harding noted that the team is exploring several ways to limit his activity, including only putting him in the outfield […]

Cubs Showing Interest In Justin Turner

According to Patrick Mooney and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, the Chicago Cubs have expressed interest in signing free-agent infielder Justin Turner if they cannot reach a deal with Alex Bregman. The Cubs have begun to emerge as contenders for Bregman but have also begun to find alternative options if they cannot complete a deal. […]

Juan Brito, Gabriel Arias Competing For Second Base Job

According to Mandy Bell of MLB.com, Juan Brito and Gabriel Arias will compete for the second base job during spring training. Earlier in the offseason, the Guardians traded second baseman Andres Gimenez to the Toronto Blue Jays, which opened this position on the depth chart. Bell noted that while Arias may be viewed as the […]

Drew Thorpe Could Miss Start Of Season

According to Scott Merkin of MLB.com, Chicago White Sox pitcher Drew Thorpe (elbow) might not be available for the "season's onset." Thorpe underwent surgery in September to remove a bone spur in his elbow but has faced several setbacks, which slowed down his recovery process. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his progression during spring […]

Jake Bauers Firmly In The Mix For Opening Day Roster Spot

The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's Curt Hogg doesn't think that enough people are giving Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Jake Bauers a realistic shot at making the Opening Day roster in 2025. Rhys Hoskins shouldn't be seen as a lock for everyday playing time at first base, and Tyler Black's shaky defense will be under a microscope […]

Nico Hoerner "In A Great Spot" In His Recovery

Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell said on Monday that infielder Nico Hoerner (elbow) is "in a great spot" in his recovery from flexor-tendon surgery last October. The Cubs aren't putting a timetable on Hoerner's return, but Counsell also said, "He's not gonna miss much (time), if at all. That's what I'd say. I'm confident in […]

Jett Williams Invited To Spring Training

The New York Mets announced on Monday that shortstop prospect Jett Williams will be at major-league spring training this year as a non-roster invite. In addition, first baseman Ryan Clifford and pitcher Brandon Sproat will be non-roster invites. Williams is considered the No. 58 overall prospect in baseball, per MLB Pipeline. It was a tough […]

Twins Invite Luke Keaschall To Spring Training

The Minnesota Twins announced on Monday that infield prospect Luke Keaschall (elbow) and pitching prospect Andrew Morris will be at major-league spring training this year as non-roster invites. According to MLB Pipeline, Keaschall is the No. 61 overall prospect in baseball entering the 2025 season. The 22-year-old had Tommy John surgery last August but should […]