Ichiro Suzuki To Play Regularly

Seattle Mariners veteran outfielder Ichiro Suzuki is expected to play four to six days a week to begin the season, at least until outfielder Ben Gamel's (oblique) return, according to general manager Jerry Dipoto. Helping Suzuki's cause is the fact that both Mitch Haniger and Guillermo Heredia have been dealing with injuries in spring training, […]

Brad Boxberger Throws Scoreless Inning

Arizona Diamondbacks reliever Brad Boxberger (arm) threw a scoreless inning Thursday, giving up a single hit against the Brewers. Boxberger looked good in his first game back from arm soreness, as his velocity sat in the 91-93 mph range with his fastball. The former Rays closer will continue to compete with reliever Archie Bradley for the […]

Mitch Haniger To Take BP Saturday

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger (hand) will hit live batting practice against relief pitcher Nick Vincent on Saturday, and he could be cleared to participate in spring games after that. Injuries have been the problem so far for Haniger in his two seasons in the big leagues, but he's been adequate for fantasy owners when […]

Dustin Pedroia Still Has Long Recovery

Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia (knee) still has a lengthy process ahead of him before he is ready to get back on the field in games, according to Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe. Manager Alex Cora said it was unlikely Pedroia would even be ready for a minor league game before camp […]

Domingo German Emerging As Starter Option

Young New York Yankees Dominican pitcher Domingo German is pitching his way into the conversation to start for the team this upcoming season. While Masahiro Tanaka, Luis Severino, Sonny Gray, CC Sabathia and Jordan Montgomery are the clear five starters for the club at this point, the 25-year-old has made three appearances this spring, allowing just […]

Luis Cessa Slated To Start On Saturday

After missing Wednesday’s game against the New York Mets with a stiff neck, New York Yankees pitcher Luis Cessa is expected to pitch on Saturday, again against the Mets. The 25-year-old last pitched at the end of February, surrendering five runs on six hits in four innings of work across two outings. Cessa might have […]

Ryan McMahon Looking To Become Starting First Baseman

Colorado Rockies first baseman Ryan McMahon went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts in the 3-2 win against the Cincinnati Reds. Despite not getting a hit in the game, McMahon is still sporting a .353/.371/.529 line through spring training and has shown flashes of brilliance against MLB pitchers such as Kyle Hendricks and Mike Leake. It should […]

Carlos Gonzalez May Return To Rockies

The Colorado Rockies and free-agent outfielder Carlos Gonzalez are still reportedly communicating, according to MLB Network insider Jon Heyman. Last season, Gonzalez significantly dropped off from his usual production, as his line went from. 298/ .350/ .505 in 2016 to a .262/.339/.423 line in 2017. The environmental factor of Colorado's altitude will definitely help Gonzalez's […]

Andrelton Simmons to have MRI on Shoulder

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Andrelton Simmons is getting a precautionary MRI on his shoulder after he strained it diving for a ball on Thursday. Reports indicate that Simmons is fine and that the MRI is just the team being cautious. Simmons left the game after rolling over his shoulder while diving for a baseball. The […]

David Dahl Still Remains Potential Leadoff Candidate

Colorado Rockies outfielder David Dahl hit a single in the 3-2 victory against the Cincinnati Reds. Dahl has looked pretty subpar this spring training, hitting .152 with a .495 OPS. However, Dahl still remains competitive for the leadoff spot this year for the Rockies. Ian Desmond was another player rumored to compete for the leadoff […]

Kyle Freeland Throws Three Innings Against Reds

Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Kyle Freeland went three innings on Thursday, only giving up one run, two walks and three strikeouts against the Cincinnati Reds. Freeland gave up one run in the first inning after Rosell Herrera stole second base and Devin Mesoraco batted him in. However, Freeland looked good in the remainder of his […]

Javier Baez Expects To Play Saturday

Updating a previous report, after leaving Thursday’s contest with a hamstring injury, Chicago Cubs second baseman Javier Baez said he is “100 percent.” It’s certainly good news, but the Cubs are likely to be cautious with Baez. Baez will sit out on Friday but wants to play Saturday. Hamstring injuries can linger, so the Cubs […]

Wander Suero Leaves Game With Trainer

Washington Nationals reliever Wander Suero left the game on Thursday with his trainer and manager after throwing just two pitches. He's likely hurt but the team hasn't announced what happened. Suero was having a good spring. Through four appearances and innings, he had given up one run, two hits and one walk, while striking out […]

Trevor Bauer Is Struggling His Way Through Spring

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Trevor Bauer is having a hard time getting outs so far this spring in Cactus League play. In 8 1/3 innings spread across three games, Bauer has an 8.64 ERA. He's allowed 11 hits, nine runs and three walks while striking out 10. It's nice to see the strikeouts, but Bauer […]

Javier Baez Sidelined With Left Hamstring Tightness

Chicago Cubs second baseman Javier Baez (hamstring) left Thursday’s game with tightness in his left hamstring. There is no word on how long Baez is expected to be out and if his chances of playing Opening Day are in doubt. Infielder/outfielder Ben Zobrist will assume the second base job in the meantime with infielder Tommy […]

Yonder Alonso Looking Good in His New Uniform

Cleveland Indians first baseman Yonder Alonso is looking good in his new uniform, starting off Cactus League play by playing well. He's slashing .375/.500/.938 with two home runs so far. He's walked four times and struck out just three times. Alonso was signed to replace Carlos Santana, who joined the Philadelphia Phillies as a free […]

Edwin Encarnacion Off to a Slow Start So Far in Spring Training

Cleveland Indians designated hitter Edwin Encarnacion is off to a slow start in Cactus League play this spring. He's slashing just .167/.211/.333 with one home run and two RBI. He has struck out eight times in just 18 at-bats. Encarnacion was somewhat disappointing last season when compared to previous years, and while the spring sample […]

Jason Kipnis Is Putting On a Show This Spring

Cleveland Indians second baseman/outfielder Jason Kipnis has gotten off to an excellent start in Cactus League play this spring. Kipnis is slashing .450/.450/1.350 with six home runs, 12 RBI, and only three strikeouts. After what was mostly a lost 2017 due to injuries and prolonged slumps, Kipnis is looking to come out of the gates […]

Franchy Cordero Capitalizing On Opportunities

San Diego Padres outfielder Franchy Cordero is forcing his way into San Diego's roster discussions with a sizzling spring training. After a 1.052 OPS second half in Triple-A followed up by winning the Dominican Winter League MVP, Cordero is hitting .423 with two homers through 26 spring at-bats. His speed, rocket arm, ability to play […]

Javier Baez Suffers Hamstring Injury

Chicago Cubs second baseman Javier Baez left Thursday’s game early with a hamstring injury. Baez appeared to suffer the injury rounding first base on a double. Baez grabbed his hamstring and left immediately. There is no update on the severity of the injury, but hamstring injuries tend to be tricky. If Baez isn’t ready to […]

Scott Kazmir Goes Three Innings Against Astros

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Scott Kazmir, who is trying to make the team as a dark-horse candidate, had a fairly decent outing against Houston. While he didn't face the likes of Carlos Correa, Jose Altuve or George Springer, he did have some tough bats in Jake Marisnick, Alex Bregman and Evan Gattis. Kazmir gave up two runs […]

Noah Syndergaard Strikes Out Seven Straight Nationals

As if you needed any more of a reason to believe New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard was fully recovered from the lat injury he suffered last season, Thursday’s Grapefruit League start against the Washington Nationals should be the icing on the cake. Thor threw 3 1/3 scoreless innings and at one point struck […]

Luiz Gohara Getting Set For First Outing Of Spring

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Luiz Gohara, who has been recovering from groin issues, feels like he's all recovered. The lefty could take the mound as early as Sunday, whether it would be as the starter or later in the game is still up in the air. Gohara has some ground to make up, but through […]

Jacob DeGrom Is “Ready To Go”

The lower back stiffness limiting New York Mets starting pitcher Jacob deGrom was never considered serious, and deGrom sounds as if he’ll be ready to go moving forward. After throwing 37 pitches on Thursday, deGrom felt “wonderful” and is ready to go moving forward. As of now, deGrom is slated to make his Grapefruit League […]

Francisco Lindor Off to an OK Start This Spring

Cleveland Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor is off to a decent start in Cactus League play. He's slashing .238/.360/.476 with one home run and five RBI. He's struck out twice and walked three times. Lindor looks set for another excellent season and should be one of the first few shortstops taken in most formats. While he […]

Zack Greinke's Velocity Is Down

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zack Greinke's velocity has been down this spring, and he said he has a fear that he doesn't have it anymore. Greinke typically has reservations every year about his velocity, but this is something to watch as we near the regular season. The veteran right-hander went 17-7 last year with a […]

Chris Taylor Will Start At Short If Corey Seager Isn't Ready

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder and occasional second baseman Chris Taylor will start at shortstop if Corey Seager (elbow) isn't ready in time for the regular season. Seager, who has been nursing a sore elbow all year, is slated to start his first game at short on Monday versus minor leaguers and will see his first […]

Luis Robert Has Thumb Wrapped

Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert (thumb) has been battling a sore thumb and had it wrapped on Friday. The injury isn’t considered serious. Robert is a few years away from making the big leagues, but should be on the radar in dynasty leagues.

Eloy Jimenez Aims To Play Saturday

Chicago White Sox outfielder Eloy Jimenez (knee) was fully active on Thursday and wants to play on Saturday. Jimenez has been out for over a week with tendinitis in his left knee, but it has never been considered a long-term issue. Jimenez will begin the year in Triple-A, however, he should be up at some […]

Padres Check In On Jake Arrieta

Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports indicates through sources the San Diego Padres have internally discussed free-agent starting pitcher Jake Arrieta. This flies in the face of an ESPN article that identified San Diego was "not gonna happen" as Arrieta's landing spot. With a fairly weak and inexperienced starting rotation, the Padres could conceivably offer Arrieta […]