Francisco Lindor Takes Full Batting Practice on Friday
New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (hand) took full batting practice on the field in camp on Friday for the first time since having surgery on the hamate bone in his right hand last month, according to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. After BP, Lindor faced left-handed reliever A.J. Minter in live batting practice. The highlight […]
Isaac Collins Dealing With Back/Side Tightness
Kansas City Royals outfielder Isaac Collins (back, side) is dealing with mild back/left-side tightness in camp, which is why he hasn't been in the Cactus League lineup in spring training since Tuesday, according to Anne Rogers of MLB.com. The Royals are being cautious more than anything else, with Collins telling Rogers it's an injury he […]
Nationals Option Mitchell Parker to Triple-A
The Washington Nationals announced on Friday that they have optioned left-hander Mitchell Parker to Triple-A Rochester. Parker, who made 59 starts for the Nats in his first two big-league seasons, will head to the minors after allowing two earned runs with five walks and three strikeouts in only 3 2/3 innings over his two appearances […]
Hayden Birdsong Dealing With Elbow Soreness
San Francisco Giants manager Tony Vitello said that right-hander Hayden Birdsong (elbow) is dealing with some right-elbow soreness in camp and will be evaluated, according to Justice delos Santos of The San Jose Mercury News. The severity of Birdsong's elbow injury is uncertain, as well as how long he might be shut down from throwing […]
Daniel Schneemann Scratched on Friday With Ankle Sprain
Cleveland Guardians infielder Daniel Schneemann (ankle) was scratched from the Grapefruit League lineup on Friday with a right-ankle sprain, according to Tim Stebbins of MLB.com. Schneemann was set to start at shortstop for the Guards before being scratched. Depending on the severity of the 29-year-old's ankle sprain, he could be sidelined for a little bit, […]
Quinn Priester Says Optimistic Timeline for a Return is Late April
Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Quinn Priester (wrist) thinks an optimistic timeline for his diagnosis is a late-April/early-May return, according to Dominic Cotroneo. "Ultimately, I'll trust whatever the scheduling is there to make sure we do it right... so get back as fast as possible but as smart as possible," Priester said on Friday. The 25-year-old was […]
Brandon Woodruff Still TBD for Opening Day
Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Brandon Woodruff (lat) threw a four-inning simulated game in camp on Friday but said his status for Opening Day in late March is still to be determined, according to Adam McCalvy of MLB.com. The Brewers aren't taking any chances with Woodruff going into the 2026 season after he got a late start […]
Can Robert Garcia Take Over the Full-Time Closer Role in Texas?
Across 64 innings in 2025, Texas Rangers relief pitcher Robert Garcia pitched to a 4-8 record with a 2.95 ERA, 1.25 WHIP, 68 strikeouts, and nine saves. The 29-year-old left-hander owns a solid 27.2% strikeout rate for his career with a manageable 7.7% walk rate to boot. Garcia ended 2025 tied for the Rangers' team […]
Ketel Marte Remains an Elite Second Base Option Heading into 2026
Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte was the subject of trade discussions early this offseason, but ultimately did not end up being moved and will suit up for his 10th season in Arizona in 2026. Marte has firmly established himself as one of the best second basemen in baseball, hitting .283/.376/.517 with 28 home runs, […]
Logan Henderson Could Return to Spring Training Action this Weekend
Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy said that right-hander Logan Henderson (elbow) is "back on track" and could pitch in a Spring Training game this weekend, per Adam McCalvy of MLB.com. Henderson experienced some elbow soreness in early March, but it appears that he and the Brewers may have avoided a serious injury. The 24-year-old made […]
Shane Bieber Getting Closer to Throwing Off a Mound?
MLB.com's Keegan Matheson reports that the Toronto Blue Jays plan to keep starting pitcher Shane Bieber (forearm) on his normal throwing schedule for the "next few days" before seeing if he's ready to throw off a mound for the first time "a week from now." Bieber dealt with right forearm fatigue late in Toronto's 2025 […]
Rangers Designate Alexis Diaz for Assignment
The Texas Rangers have designated relief pitcher Alexis Diaz for assignment, per Kennedi Landry of MLB.com. Diaz served as the primary closer for the Cincinnati Reds in 2023 and 2024, collecting 65 total saves and 141 strikeouts across 123 2/3 innings. However, the right-hander struggled mightily in 2025, posting an 8.15 ERA across 17 2/3 […]
Trevor Rogers to Start on Opening Day for Orioles
Baltimore Orioles left-hander Trevor Rogers will get the nod on Opening Day this year for the team, manager Craig Albernaz told Jacob Calvin Meyer of The Baltimore Sun. Rogers will take the hill to get things kicked off on March 26 against the Minnesota Twins. The 28-year-old southpaw was traded from the Miami Marlins to […]
Lourdes Gurriel Jr. Expected to be Out Until at Least Mid-April
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. (knee) is expected to be out until at least mid-April after having surgery to fix a torn ACL in his knee, according to Steve Gilbert of MLB.com. Gurriel has already said that he's hopeful to be ready for Opening Day at the end of March, but the D-backs have […]
Jose Berrios to Visit With a Doctor on Tuesday
Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Jose Berrios (elbow), who is dealing with right-elbow inflammation, will go to Texas for an in-person assessment with Dr. Keith Meister on Tuesday, according to Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet. Berrios will not throw before then. The 31-year-old also dealt with elbow inflammation and a biceps injury late last season. This isn't […]
Abner Uribe to Take Over the Closer Job in Milwaukee?
Milwaukee Brewers reliever Abner Uribe is competing to be the team's primary closer in 2026. While that role belonged to Trevor Megill last season, Uribe has simply been the stronger bullpen arm and offers tremendous upside in save scenarios. Uribe finished 2025 with a 1.67 ERA, 10.75 K/9, and 3.23 BB/9 over 75 games (75.1 […]
Kirby Yates a Sleeper Candidate for Late-Round Saves
Los Angeles Angels reliever Kirby Yates should have an opportunity to earn saves in the Halos' wide-open bullpen this season. Yates inked a deal with the Angels during the offseason after a successful season in the Dodgers' bullpen. Through 50 appearances (41.1 innings) in 2025, he posted 11.32 K/9, 3.70 BB/9, and 1.96 HR/9. That […]
Kevin Ginkel the Early Favorite for Saves in Arizona?
Arizona Diamondbacks reliever Kevin Ginkel hasn't previously been a full-time closer, but he could be the early favorite to earn save opportunities during the 2026 season. His primary competition at this point is veteran reliever Paul Sewald, who was the Snakes' closer in 2023 and 2024 but then struggled while splitting time with the Guardians […]
Corey Seager Looks to Put Injuries Behind Him
Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager is fully healthy ahead of the 2026 season, making him a very intriguing option in fantasy baseball leagues. Seager was held to just over 100 games last year due to a hamstring injury and appendectomy. He still had a solid campaign, slashing .271/.373/.487 with 21 home runs, 138 wRC+, a […]
Yordan Alvarez Healthy After a Pair of Injuries
Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez is fully healthy ahead of the 2026 season, and he's likely ready to put last year's two injuries behind him. Alvarez missed more than 100 games in 2025 due to a fractured left hand and right ankle sprain. As a result, he produced just six home runs and 118 […]
Joe Musgrove's Progress has Slowed
San Diego Padres starting pitcher Joe Musgrove (elbow) is currently working his way back from Tommy John surgery he underwent in October of 2024. He didn't pitch at all in 2025, and his last time on the mound was against Team Great Britain in an exhibition game. Ahead of Thursday's game, Padres manager Craig Stammen […]
Richie Palacios is Back on Friday
Tampa Bay Rays infielder Richie Palacios (back) is returning to the lineup ahead of Friday's Grapefruit League game against the Boston Red Sox. Palacios appears ready to play after missing over a week of action due to back tightness. He has been off to an ugly 2-for-15 start at the plate during Spring Training. He's […]
Yandy Diaz is Returning to the Lineup on Friday
Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Yandy Diaz (hand) is back in the lineup ahead of Friday's Grapefruit League game against the Boston Red Sox. Diaz is back in the mix after missing more than a week of action due to left-hand soreness. He has been increasing his workouts in recent days and is feeling good […]
Ryan Mountcastle Expected to Return on Saturday
Baltimore Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle (hand) appears to have avoided a major injury after being hit by a pitch earlier in the week. Mountcastle told reporters that he's fine after taking a pitch off the right hand on Wednesday. The X-rays came back negative, which is good news for the right-handed slugger. According to […]
Bryan Hoeing to Miss Entire 2026 Season
San Diego Padres relief pitcher Bryan Hoeing (elbow) is expected to undergo surgery and miss the entire 2026 season. Hoeing has elected to undergo flexor tendon surgery, which will end his 2026 campaign before it begins. The right-hander was working through right elbow discomfort that began to bother him early in camp. After seeking multiple […]
Mike Sirota a Name to Monitor in Los Angeles System
Los Angeles Dodgers outfield prospect Mike Sirota is worth closely monitoring in the lower levels of the minor leagues. Sirota has only appeared in two spring training games but has gone 1-for-2 with a home run. He joined the Dodgers in the trade that sent infielder Gavin Lux to the Cincinnati Reds. He initially joined […]
Brennen Davis Flashing High Upside in Spring Training
Seattle Mariners outfield prospect Brennen Davis has been one of the top hitters in all of spring training and is making a strong case to spend most of the upcoming season in the major leagues. Davis, a former top prospect, saw most of his early minor-league career limited due to injuries. Through 13 spring games, […]
Quinn Mathews Reassigned to Minor-League Camp
St. Louis Cardinals left-handed pitching prospect Quinn Mathews was reassigned to minor league camp earlier this week. The left-handed prospect was in consideration to break camp with the MLB roster, but given the time he missed last season due to a shoulder injury and inconsistent production, he was likely ticketed for Triple-A. At camp, Mathews […]
Carlos Lagrange Dominant in Spring Training, Making Case for Early MLB Debut?
New York Yankees right-handed pitching prospect Carlos Lagrange has been one of the most dominant pitchers in all of spring training and has made a strong case to earn a spot on the MLB roster. Through 9 2/3 innings, Lagrange has posted a near-perfect 0.93 ERA with a 0.72 WHIP. During this stint, Lagrange has […]
George Klassen in the Mix to Earn Starting Role in Rotation
Los Angeles Angels right-handed pitching prospect George Klassen is a candidate to claim the final spot in the starting rotation, according to Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com. While veteran pitcher Alek Manoah opened camp as the favorite, his struggles in camp have opened the door for Klassen or Jack Kochanowicz to slide into a starting role. […]
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