Randal Grichuk Not Playing Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Randal Grichuk (rib cage) is not playing Thursday due to a sore rib cage, but he's not overly concerned about the injury. “Take a few days to be on the safe side,” Grichuk said. There is excitement for Grichuk in 2018 with a clear path to everyday playing time and in […]

Andrelton Simmons Back in the Lineup

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Andrelton Simmons (shoulder) is back in the lineup for a spring training game on Thursday. Simmons missed about a week with a shoulder strain, but is back and 100% healthy. The shortstop slugged 14 home runs and stole 19 bases last season. He is a fine middle infield option in the […]

Marcus Stroman To Make Spring Debut Saturday

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Marcus Stroman (shoulder) will make his spring debut Saturday and is scheduled to throw a couple of innings against the Canadian National Junior team. It's great news for Stroman, who should be able to pitch in the opening series, barring any setbacks. He was the team's ace in 2017, going […]

Brandon Finnegan Experiencing Minimal Soreness

Cincinnati Reds left-hander Brandon Finnegan (biceps) is still experiencing "minimal soreness" in his pitching arm but he was able to play catch on Wednesday. Finnegan is not expected to throw off the mound until the soreness is gone but it appears he's trending in the right direction. Finnegan was removed from a Cactus League game […]

Josh Donaldson Expects To Play Friday

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Josh Donaldson (calf) expects to return to spring action Friday, and he said the cramping in his calf is a non-issue. “It’s getting ridiculous ... It’s not an issue. Have you ever had a cramp?” Donaldson said. It's fair for fantasy owners to be worried since Donaldson missed a good […]

Scooter Gennett Dealing With Sore Right Shoulder

The Cincinnati Reds have scratched second baseman Scooter Gennett (shoulder) for Thursday's Cactus League game. Gennett is dealing with a sore right shoulder, but the team doesn't expect him to miss more than a day. Infielder Brandon Dixon has taken Gennett's place at second base and is batting eighth. Dixon is a non-roster invitee who is […]

Corey Seager Predicts Readiness For Opening Day

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager (elbow) said that his throwing elbow is good and anticipates being ready for Opening Day. He will serve as the designated hitter on Thursday and make his Cactus League debut playing short on Friday. Seager's elbow has been giving him trouble since last August. The reduced playing time created a confrontation […]

Albert Pujols Blasts Two Doubles

Los Angeles Angels first baseman Albert Pujols hit two doubles on Monday, his first two extra-base hits of spring training. He drove in a run on each. Pujols is now 6-for-27 (.222) in the spring. However, he has only struck out once, an encouraging sign after he tied a career high with 93 strikeouts last […]

Mike Tauchman Still In Consideration For Left Field Spot

Colorado Rockies outfielder Mike Tauchman went 1-for-2 with a run on Wednesday in the 11-6 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Tauchman has had quite the spring training so far, going 13-for-42 (.302 batting average) with a home run and three stolen bases. Tauchman appears to be another Rockies player ready to make the jump […]

Gerardo Parra Has Another Solid Spring Game

Colorado Rockies outfielder Gerardo Parra had another good game, going 1-for-2 with a walk, an RBI and a stolen base. Parra is most likely going to split time with Carlos Gonzalez in right field due to his adept defensive abilities. However, his impressive play could warrant some starts at left field. This game puts Parra […]

Jon Gray Gives Up Five Runs In Start

Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Jon Gray went four innings, giving up six hits, five runs (all earned), two walks and six strikeouts on Wednesday against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Gray hasn't been that impressive so far this spring, as he is now at a 10.72 ERA after this game. However, Gray is pretty much guaranteed […]

Jean Segura Leaves Game Wednesday

Seattle Seahawks shortstop Jean Segura (hamstring) left the Cactus League game early Wednesday with right hamstring tightness. The Mariners have been extremely unlucky with injuries in spring training, as outfielder Ichiro Suzuki was also hurt Wednesday night, and Nelson Cruz and Robinson Cano have also been injured of late. Segura is the team's spark plug […]

Ichiro Suzuki Pulled With Tight Calf

Seattle Mariners outfielder Ichiro Suzuki (calf) was pulled early from the Cactus League game on Wednesday with a tight right calf. As if you needed another reason to dislike Suzuki as he enters his age-44 season, he's unlikely to hold up to regular playing time as he returns to his former team. There is a […]

Zack Wheeler Could Be Ticketed For Relief Role

The New York Mets are intrigued by the idea of using starting pitcher Zack Wheeler out of the bullpen, but they have not wanted to use starter Steven Matz in that role. As expected, Wheeler was highly inconsistent in 17 starts for the Mets last season after coming off two lost seasons due to Tommy […]

Zack Greinke's Injury Not Believed To Be Serious

Updating a previous report, it seems that the groin injury suffered by Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zack Greinke was not a serious one. The Diamondbacks believe the strain is mild enough that they will not be performing any tests. Manager Torey Lovullo remains optimistic that Greinke will be ready in time for Opening Day. Those that […]

Colby Rasmus Has Strong Day To Bolster Roster Chances

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Colby Rasmus left the game last year. He decided he wanted to end his career more on his terms, giving it one more try. After smacking two doubles in Wednesday's game against the Yankees and ending the day with a .333 average, it looks more and more like he may get that […]

Miguel Castro Struggles Versus Yankees

Perhaps Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Miguel Castro was surging on adrenaline, as his manager Buck Showalter suggested to the media later, when he faced the Bronx Bombers on Wednesday. Whatever the case, Castro couldn't control the ball, walking three in his 3 2/3 innings of work. Overall, he gave up four runs in that span, […]

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 […]