Julio Teheran Fires Five Innings Against Phillies

Atlanta Braves ace starting pitcher Julio Teheran is aiming to show that he's worth that moniker. He did a pretty good job of it on Wednesday against Philadelphia, going five frames and striking out two while giving up two runs. He continued his stellar Spring by ending the day with a 1.29 ERA. We'll have […]

Ozzie Albies Quietly Continues To Have Strong Spring

Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies, who is near .300 (.293) after his 1-for-4 day at the plate on Wednesday, is pretty much locking down his position. While he's not loved as much as say, a Jose Altuve or Daniel Murphy, he could wind up outperforming his No. 19 rank at the position. He could […]

Jake Lamb Struggling Through Spring Training

Arizona third baseman Jake Lamb has gotten off to a slow start this spring. Through nine games, Lamb is hitting 4-for-22 (.182) with eight strikeouts. Lamb's production this season is a bit of a question mark due to the installation of the humidor at Chase Field. As most of his fantasy value comes from his […]

Derek Fisher Off To Slow Spring Start

Houston Astros outfielder Derek Fisher is off to a tepid start in spring training, posting only four hits in his first 20 March at-bats. Fisher came to camp as the favorite to earn the starting job in left field, but that could be short-lived if he starts slow out of the gate. Of course, this […]

Zack Greinke Leaves Start After One Inning

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zack Greinke left Wednesday's start after just one inning due to right groin tightness. Greinke was scheduled to pitch five innings but was removed after just 19 pitches. The team hasn't released any further information, so owners can consider Greinke day-to-day. He was worried about velocity issues earlier this spring, but […]

Yoenis Cespedes Received Cortisone Shot In Wrist

New York Mets outfielder Yoenis Cespedes was pulled from the Mets lineup on Tuesday with a sore wrist, receiving an X-ray that thankfully came back as negative. In addition, he received a cortisone injection for the wrist. It does not sound as if Cespedes is in any danger of missing Opening Day, but we’re getting […]

Eddie Rosario Throws Wednesday Without Issue

Minnesota Twins outfielder Eddie Rosario (triceps) got through a Wednesday throwing session without incident. The young outfielder had been sidelined over the past week with tendinitis in his right triceps, which prevented him from playing the field. Rosario was able to complete two sets of 20 throws at 60 feet without any problems. Rosario is […]

J.A. Happ Likely To Start Opening Day

While this might not be the most exciting choice in the world, Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher J.A. Happ could get the nod for his squad on Opening Day. Aaron Sanchez, once thought to be the ace of the staff (and could be again if health cooperates), is recovering from an injury-plagued 2017, and Marcus […]

Tyler Saladino Feels Better

After colliding with teammate Nick Delmonico, Chicago White Sox infielder Tyler Saladino (concussion) said he is feeling much improved and worked out with the team on Wednesday. Saladino should be good to go for Opening Day, but he can be left on the waiver wire entering 2018.

Nick Delmonico Feels 100 Percent

Chicago White Sox outfielder Nick Delmonico (shoulder) hit off a tee on Wednesday and said he feels 100 percent. Delmonico suffered a partial dislocation of his left shoulder when he collided with teammate Tyler Saladino. It sounds like the injury isn’t as serious as it could have been and Delmonico should be ready for Opening […]

Andrew Romine May Not Be Out Long

Seattle Mariners infielder Andrew Romine (shoulder) is dealing with a shoulder subluxation but will rest for now, and he doesn't think it'll keep him out for long. Romine should be good to go for the start of the regular season as he competes for a utility role on the team's bench. He hit just .233 […]

Nelson Cruz Has Grade 1 Strain

Seattle Mariners outfielder Nelson Cruz (quadriceps) said he has a Grade 1 quadriceps strain. He will rest for a few days but said the injury isn't a big deal. The Mariners will surely be cautious with their big slugger, but it sounds like Cruz could be ready for Opening Day if he doesn't suffer any […]

Marco Gonzales Plans To Start Saturday

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Marco Gonzales (hand) is planning on starting in another spring game this Saturday, and he will attempt to put a glove on his right hand while he plays catch Wednesday. Gonzales was hit by a line drive in his last start on Monday, but he didn't suffer any breaks. Barring any […]

Ryan McMahon's Spot On Rockies Could Depend On Next Two Weeks

Colorado Rockies first baseman Ryan McMahon's spot on the Rockies "could depend on the next two weeks." McMahon has had a very solid spring training so far with a .354 batting average, .367 on-base percentage and .542 slugging percentage and has impressed the Rockies organization at first base. However, the signing of outfielder Carlos Gonzalez means […]

Magneuris Sierra Has Tight Hamstring

Updating a previous report, Miami Marlins outfielder Magneuris Sierra (hamstring) was diagnosed with a tight left hamstring after leaving the Grapefruit League game early on Wednesday. While this could hurt his chances of being ready for the start of the season, Sierra wasn't expected to begin on the major league roster anyway, and he's likely […]

Magneuris Sierra Removed From Game

Miami Marlins outfielder Magneuris Sierra (leg) was removed from the spring game early Wednesday after pulling up lame while running out a ground ball. Sierra needs plenty of seasoning in the minors with his new team, but hopefully this injury doesn't set him back from a developmental standpoint. Speed and contact is Sierra's game, but […]

Stephen Vogt Still Dealing With Shoulder Strain

After a second opinion, it was confirmed that Milwaukee Brewers catcher Stephen Vogt (shoulder) continues to deal with a strain in his right shoulder capsule. Manager Craig Counsell said, "I don't think Opening Day is likely." Vogt was battling for backup duties with catcher Jett Bandy, with Manny Pina set to open the season as […]

Andrelton Simmons Expected to Play Thursday

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Andrelton Simmons (shoulder) is expected to play on Thursday. Simmons has missed about a week with a shoulder strain suffered back on March 6. The injury was never considered serious, and Simmons should be fine by opening day. The shorstop slugged 14 home runs and stole 19 bases last season. He […]

Victor Caratini Dealing With Knee Soreness

Chicago Cubs catcher Victor Caratini (knee) is dealing with a sore knee after he was hit by a pitch and then had a collision at home plate. Caratini remains day-to-day. Caratini holds no fantasy value and is likely to spend most of 2018 in Triple-A Iowa.

Pedro Strop Close To Returning

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Pedro Strop (calf) said Wednesday that he is close to making his Spring Training debut. Strop has been dealing with a calf injury for most of Spring Training and will hope to be ready by Opening Day. Aside from leagues with holds, Strop doesn’t provide much help to fantasy owners.

Eloy Jimenez Optioned To Double-A

Chicago White Sox top prospect Eloy Jimenez has been optioned to Double-A Birmingham. Jimenez was never expected to make the Opening Day roster, but it’s a bit of a surprise that the club will start him at Double-A over Triple-A. Jimenez remains one of the best prospects in the game and remains a strong stash, as […]

Martin Prado Won't Be Ready For Opening Day, Brian Anderson To Start At Third

Miami Marlins third baseman Martin Prado (knee) had a setback while running and will not be ready for Opening Day. With him set to open the season on the disabled list, Brian Anderson will open the year as the starting third baseman, according to manager Don Mattingly. Durability used to be a strong suit for […]

Brad Miller Out Another 4-5 Days

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Brad Miller (toe) will miss another four to five days before he's able to play in a game, but his availability for Opening Day shouldn't be impacted, according to manager Kevin Cash. The left-handed hitter slugged a whopping 30 home runs in 2016 but fell back to earth dramatically in 2017, […]

Robinson Cano Could Return To Games Next Week

Seattle Mariners second baseman Robinson Cano (hamstring) could return to spring games next week after suffering a left hamstring strain. Cano should be fine for Opening Day, barring any setbacks, but the Mariners will likely be cautious with their star second baseman. Don't expect another season approaching 40 home runs for Cano, but he can […]

Luke Gregerson Plays Catch on Tuesday

St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Luke Gregerson (oblique) was able to play catch on Tuesday. Manager Mike Matheny said that Gregerson's next step should be a bullpen session, then a simulated game or even a return to a Grapefruit League game. Gregerson was seen as the favorite for the closer's role in St. Louis at […]

Adam Lind Released By Yankees

After signing a minor league contract with the New York Yankees in an attempt to win the backup first baseman job, Adam Lind has been released with two weeks left in Spring Training. The 34-year-old took part in five games with the Yanks this spring, hitting .200 with just three hits in 15 plate appearances. […]

Cardinals Release Jordan Schafer

The St. Louis Cardinals released relief pitcher/outfielder Jordan Schafer. He was first reassigned to minor league camp but was more recently given his full release, making him a free agent. He's been on the mound and in the outfield in the minor leagues for the last two seasons, but he missed most of last year […]

Jake Arrieta Making Minor League Start Saturday

Newly-signed Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Jake Arrieta said Wednesday that he’d likely pitch in a minor league game on Saturday as he attempts to be ready for the new season, now just two weeks away. The 32-year-old had to wait until this week to sign with a new team following five seasons with the Chicago […]

Dominic Leone Suddenly the Front-Runner for Saves in St. Louis

St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Dominic Leone seems to have suddenly become the favorite for saves in the Cardinals bullpen. General manager John Mozeliak said that if the season were to begin Wednesday, the team's closer "would probably be Dominic Leone." The begin today part is key because Luke Gregerson, who has been considered the […]

Matt Carpenter Makes His 2018 Debut

St. Louis Cardinals infielder Matt Carpenter (back, shoulder) made his 2018 Grapefruit League debut on Tuesday, walking twice and scoring two runs. Carpenter has been recovering from a back injury and is still dealing with a shoulder issue that plagued him last season. Still, it seems like everything went OK on Tuesday, and unless something changes, […]