Luke Weaver Looks Poised to Break Out

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Luke Weaver had an excellent spring, posting a 0.55 ERA in Grapefruit League play. He struck out 19 in 16 1/3 innings, and posted a 0.67 WHIP. The young righty will start the third game of the season for the Cardinals and is a prime breakout candidate this season. He […]

Tim Beckham Plays Sim Game With No Issues

Baltimore Orioles third baseman Tim Beckham played in a simulated game on Tuesday and reported no issues with his groin that he injured late in Spring Training. The Orioles hope that he continues the strong hitting that he showed when he came over last season in a trade. Beckham should be all set for Opening […]

Felipe Rivero Finishes Shaky Spring on High Note

Pittsburgh Pirates reliever Felipe Rivero had a breakout 2017 and emerged as the team's closer, but his momentum didn't carry over into spring training. The left-hander allowed a 5.14 ERA (plus seven unearned runs) and struggled primarily with his command, walking five and allowing two home runs in only seven innings. Fortunately, Grapefruit League play […]

Tommy Pham Posts Disappointing Spring Numbers

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tommy Pham had a disappointing spring, posting a .220/.333/.373 slash line in 20 Grapefruit League games. He hit one home run and drove in five runs. Despite the pedestrian at best spring, Pham's breakout 2017 season cannot be ignored. He's one of the top options for fantasy outfielders beyond the top […]

Jedd Gyorko Slumps Through Grapefruit League Play

St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Jedd Gyorko struggled this spring, posting a .186/.250/.279 slash line in 17 Grapefruit League games. He hit just one home run and drove in only six runs. Gyorko didn't need to earn the starting third base job this spring, but it still would have been nice to see him play […]

Paul DeJong Set for a Strong Sophomore Season

St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Paul DeJong had a somewhat disappointing spring, slashing just .234/.302/.574 with four home runs and nine RBI in 18 Grapefruit League games. DeJong broke out in his rookie season last year and became one of the top fantasy shortstops. He should continue his success this season in an even stronger Cardinals […]

Francisco Cervelli Could Re-Emerge on Fantasy Rader After Hot Spring

Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Francisco Cervelli had arguably the best spring training of any hitter on his club, slashing .405/.488/.838 with four home runs and 12 RBI in 15 games. The 32-year-old appears to be healthy for the first time in two years, and that could again make him an option for fantasy owners. Cervelli had […]

Aroldis Chapman's Spring Training A Positive

In his Spring Training debut this year, New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman hit a batter, gave up a hit and also a run. It was his only run surrendered, as he made five additional appearances and was superb. He allowed just three more hits, tallying four in 4 1/3 innings, striking out 10 along […]

Kolten Wong Had a Rough Spring

St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Kolten Wong struggled in Grapefruit League play this spring, posting a slash line of .205/.327/.273 in 18 games. Wong said he wanted to steal more bases this season, and he did steal seven this spring. Still, even with a potential 20-steal season, Wong doesn't have the upside in other categories […]

Padres Trim Three From Roster Before Opening Day

San Diego Union-Tribune beat writer Jeff Sanders reports that San Diego Padres outfielder Travis Jankowski and relievers Phil Maton and Buddy Baumann did not make the Padres Opening Day roster. Jankowski was 8-for-41 (.195) at the plate with three home runs — his only extra-base hits — over 26 games this spring. Baumann had a […]

Gregory Polanco Batting Third in Pirates Opener

Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder Gregory Polanco will bat third on Opening Day against the Detroit Tigers. Whether he sticks in that spot moving forward is unknown, as Starling Marte doesn't figure to hit sixth all season and some shuffling will occur once the team gets out of interleague play after this weekend. Regardless, Polanco should […]

Aaron Nola Takes Off In Atlanta Thursday

Spring training has ended and the season is set to begin Thursday for the Philadelphia Phillies as they play in Atlanta against the Braves. Starting the game will be Aaron Nola, Philadelphia’s new ace. The 24-year-old won 12 games last season, posted a 3.54 ERA, pitched 168 innings and struck out 184 batters, all career […]

Cody Allen Pitches Well in Spring Training

Cleveland Indians closer Cody Allen pitched well in Cactus League play, posting a 1.13 ERA and 12 strikeouts in eight innings of work. He allowed just two hits all spring. Allen will resume his role as closer for a team sure to win plenty of games. He has nice strikeout upside, too, and belongs a […]

Andrew Miller Slumps Through Spring Training

Cleveland Indians relief pitcher Andrew Miller had a rough Spring Training, posting a 7.71 ERA in seven innings pitched. It's a small sample size, of course, and Miller has enough of a track record to show that these Cactus League stats are absolutely nothing to worry about. He will continue his role as Cleveland's Swiss […]

Corey Kluber Pitches Well in the Cactus League

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Corey Kluber pitched well all spring, ending his Cactus League season with four wins, a 2.29 ERA, and 25 strikeouts in 19 2/3 innings. Not that Kluber needed to prove anything, but he showed that he remains a top-tier starting pitcher and someone who should again compete for the American League […]

Jose Pirela Finishes Spring Training as Padres Batting Average Leader

San Diego Padres outfielder Jose Pirela ended his spring with a .385 average — highest on the Padres — with three doubles, a triple and two home runs. He came into this spring looking to compete for a starting role, and he found it as he beat out Hunter Renfroe for the left field job. […]

Bradley Zimmer Struggles in Cactus League Play

Cleveland Indians outfielder Bradley Zimmer had a hard time in Cactus League play this spring, posting a slash line of .220/.304/.420 with three home runs and four RBI. Zimmer won't hit for a high average, but he has plenty of power and speed, which makes him an interesting fantasy asset in mixed leagues.

Rhys Hoskins Will Lead Philadelphia’s Four-Man Outfield

With four clear outfielders capable of starting, the Philadelphia Phillies will rotate Nick Williams, Aaron Altherr, Odubel Herrera and Rhys Hoskins, according to manager Gabe Kapler. His hope is to limit the starters to 145 games each, allowing them some rest. Hoskins is coming off his monstrous rookie stint with the Phillies last year, raising […]

Vance Worley Reassigned To Minor League Camp

The Cincinnati Reds reassigned right-hander Vance Worley to minor league camp on Wednesday. Worley was in camp as a non-roster invitee for the Reds and turned in a 6.17 ERA in 11 2/3 innings this spring. The 30-year-old was once thought to have a bright future but really struggled in 24 appearances with the Miami […]

Francisco Lindor Struggles a Bit Through Spring

Cleveland Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor struggled a bit in Cactus League play this season, slashing just .231/.282/.538. He showed good pop, hitting five home runs and driving in 12, but wasn't getting on base at the clip he's used to. Still, it's not a concern at all with Lindor, one of the best shortstops in […]

Jason Kipnis Had an Excellent Spring

Cleveland Indians second baseman Jason Kipnis had a very strong spring, slashing .346/.424/.769 in 19 Cactus League games. He also swatted six home runs and drove in 12 runs. Kipnis struggled for most of last season with inconsistency and injury issues, but he looks healthy this spring and might be ready to be back near […]

Yan Gomes Completes a Strong Cactus League Season

Cleveland Indians catcher Yan Gomes finished up a strong Spring Training, finishing with a .348/.423/.652 slash line. He hit three home runs and drove in 15 in 18 games. Gomes isn't exactly known for his bat, but if he can keep his hot spring going into the season, he could hold off some of the […]

Boog Powell Makes 25-Man Roster, Dustin Fowler Gets Optioned

Oakland Athletics outfielder Boog Powell has made the 25-man roster, according to Julian McWilliams of The Athletic. He has won the starting job in center field, as Dustin Fowler was optioned down to Triple-A Nashville. Powell will have to do better than he did this spring to keep his spot on the roster, as he […]

Tyler Wade To See Significant Playing Time

Although he lost out on starting for the New York Yankees on Opening Day, manager Aaron Boone has publicly assured Tyler Wade that his time is coming. During a press conference, the first-year manager said that Wade would play “a lot,” something the 23-year-old should be excited about. Considering Neil Walker’s ability to play first […]

Trevor Bauer Finishes Spring With a Strong Start

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Trevor Bauer finished his spring with a strong start, pitching five innings, allowing just one run on three hits while striking out seven. Bauer had an inconsistent Cactus League but showed his upside with plenty of strikeouts. He still has the upside he's always had, but Bauer, as usual, comes with […]

Gary Sanchez Gets Assurance Behind The Plate

While New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez enjoyed another successful season at the plate last year, it was behind the plate where issues ensued. The 25-year-old suffered defensively, with talk of switching him to full-time designated hitter running rampant. However, his new manager Aaron Boone has given Sanchez a vote of confidence. The rookie skipper has […]

Aaron Judge Back To Familiar Spot

After spending a good portion of last season batting third and fifth, the New York Yankees slotted outfielder Aaron Judge in at second in the batting order and kept him there through the postseason. This year, it appears they’re convinced about keeping him there, as the reigning American League Rookie of the Year is set to […]

Nick Delmonico To Work Out Wednesday

Chicago White Sox outfielder Nick Delmonico (hamstring) plans to work out on Wednesday. Delmonico has been dealing with a hamstring issue over the past week and was held out of the lineup for precautionary reasons. Delmonico is expected to be ready for Opening Day.

Tim Anderson To Work Out Wednesday

Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson (shoulder) plans to work out on Wednesday. Anderson hurt his shoulder this past week and has been held out of the lineup for precautionary reasons. He should be good to go for Opening Day and offers owners a power and speed option at shortstop.

Giancarlo Stanton Begins Season As DH

While New York Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton saw his share of time in the outfield this spring, the club has tabbed him to be the designated hitter for Thursday’s season opener. The reigning National League MVP will bat third in his New York Yankees debut as the team takes on the Toronto Blue Jays at […]