Austin Hedges Focuses On Plate Discipline

San Diego Padres catcher Austin Hedges homered in his first spring training at-bat on Sunday but was equally excited about a walk he took later in the game. The San Diego Union-Tribune's Kevin Acee reports the San Diego backstop worked on a more fluid swing and patience during the offseason to cut back on chasing […]

C.J. Cron Could See Consistent Playing Time

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman C.J. Cron may see consistent time in 2018. Manager Kevin Cash says Cron will be more than a platoon player and could play "a lot." One possible alignment could see Brad Miller playing second base while Cron plays first and outfielder Denard Span serves as the designated hitter. Cron might also see […]

Aaron Judge Set For Spring Debut

After undergoing arthroscopic surgery on his left shoulder this offseason, New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge was not ready for spring training when it began. However, the Rookie of the Year has been cleared to play and will start in right field against the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday. Judge has been taking live batting practice the […]

Clint Frazier Suffers Concussion

Although not noticed when it initially happened, New York Yankees outfielder Clint Frazier suffered a concussion on Saturday afternoon, banging his head against a wall in the outfield. The 23-year-old stated he was suffering from just a “slight headache” Monday and is expected to get back on the stationary bike and swing off a tee Tuesday. […]

Franchy Cordero Hits Second Homer Of Spring Training

San Diego Padres outfielder Franchy Cordero hit an inside-the-park home run on Monday. The Padres 12th-ranked prospect showed his coveted pop and speed combination by hitting one off the fence and racing around the bases to easily score. Cordero also homered on Saturday and has started spring training 3-for-8. The reigning Dominican Winter League MVP […]

Steven Souza Jr. Committed To Goals

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Steven Souza Jr. is committed to certain goals in his first season with the team, according to Jody Jackson of Fox Sports Arizona. Continuing a method he first used in 2017, Souza will write down his goals that he hopes to achieve this season and stash them to review once the season […]

Archie Bradley Shows His Velocity

Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Archie Bradley has already demonstrated the velocity that he hopes to maintain throughout the 2018 season. He admitted to having inconsistencies in past seasons that began even in spring training. However, in a game situation on Saturday, Bradley's first pitch was 95.1 mph. Afterwards, his 17-pitch outing only increased in speed, […]

Freddie Freeman Collects Hit In First Spring Training Action

Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman is batting .500 so far this Spring. Then again, he's only had two at-bats. Freeman went 1-for-2 in Monday's win over the Washington Nationals. There's not much to say about him -- he's a high-round pick who can hit well over 30 homers if he stays healthy. That's all […]

Julio Teheran Throws Two Scoreless Innings In First Spring Start

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Julio Teheran is still the ace of the pitching staff despite horrible results at home in 2017 and he showed that on Monday, going two innings. He gave up no runs while giving up two hits and working around two walks. Sometimes an ace has to work around not having dominating […]

Jonathan Schoop Connects For Homer In Loss

Remember when we were worried about Baltimore Orioles second baseman Jonathan Schoop missing a game because of bursitis in his left elbow? Pfft. It looks like it was all for nothing. Schoop had the elbow drained and he's looking healthy, hitting a three-run jack in the fourth inning of Monday's 8-6 loss to the Tigers. […]

Trey Mancini Goes Deep For First Homer Of Spring in Loss

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Trey Mancini is looking to build on a solid first year. He's likely aiming to build on the stats from the previous year and power is one of those numbers. He connected for his first long ball of the Spring on Monday. It was a solo shot off Tigers starter Michael Fulmer and […]

Dominic Smith’s MRI Comes Back Clean

While New York Mets first baseman Dominic Smith (quadriceps) may have other things to worry about, but his health doesn’t sound like a big concern on that list. Dealing with a strained right quadriceps, Smith’s MRI came back clean, so it is believed he should be good to go shortly. The bigger problem for Smith is […]

Injured Kevin Gausman Looks To Make Next Start

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Kevin Gausman (eye) met the media during Monday's spring training game. He'd left earlier in the day after colliding with Tigers third base prospect Jeimer Candelario while backing up a play at the plate. Gausman told the media that he "felt like he'd been in a bar fight" and that he thought he […]

Jake Burger Carted Off With Leg Injury

Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports that Chicago White Sox third base prospect Jake Burger (leg) was carted off the field after suffering a left leg injury in Monday's contest. This comes on the heels of the White Sox losing their top prospect Eloy Jimenez (knee) for a few days. Following the game. […]

Paul Goldschmidt's Plan Includes Time Off

According to Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo, first baseman Paul Goldschmidt will get more days off this year, as reported by Steve Gilbert of MLB.com. Goldschmidt has played 155 games or more four out of the last five seasons. He is well known for his durability. As Goldschmidt has turned 30, the manager seems intent […]

J.D. Martinez's Contract Has Opt-Outs And Protection

Outfielder J.D. Martinez and the Boston Red Sox have officially signed the agreed-upon contract of five years and $110 million. According to Evan Drellich of NBC Sports Boston, the contract was delayed by a medical issue in 2017 -- a sprained Lisfranc ligament in right foot -- and he has three opt-outs as well as […]

Eloy Jimenez Slowed Down By Sore Knee

Chicago White Sox top prospect Eloy Jimenez (knee) will sit out Tuesday’s contest with a sore knee. Manager Rick Renteria revealed Monday they’re being cautious with the top prospect because of a sore left knee the right fielder incurred during a practice and aggravated during the game. Renteria mentioned that it is not “serious.” It’s good […]

Robbie Ray To Build Upon Strong Resume

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Robbie Ray believes that last year's performance was more of a floor than one of his best years, according to Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic. Ray was second in the majors with 12.1 strikeouts per nine innings and third in hits per nine. Ray impressed with 218 strikeouts for the […]

Noah Syndergaard Looks Great In Spring Debut

Despite returning from injury to toss a few innings at the end of the 2017 season, New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard (lat) will undoubtedly be watched all spring for any signs of something lingering. Syndergaard made his spring debut on Monday against the Houston Astros, and so far, so good. Thor threw two perfect […]

Kevin Gausman Leaves Game After Collision

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Kevin Gausman (head) was injured after he collided with Tigers third baseman Jeimer Candelario during his spring start Monday. Gausman was backing up a throw to home after a Leonys Martin single. He apparently hit his head and was taken out after undergoing the concussion protocol. Gausman is seen as one of the […]

Ichiro Suzuki Still Looking For MLB Job

Free-agent outfielder Ichiro Suzuki is still holding out for an MLB job in a group of veteran free-agent outfielders that includes Jayson Werth, Andre Ethier, Matt Holliday and others. Suzuki hasn't seriously considered returning to play in Japan yet. The 44-year-old future Hall of Famer is on his last legs after hitting .255/.318/.332 with three […]

Kenley Jansen To Pitch In Two Spring Games

Los Angeles Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen will only pitch in two Cactus League games, according to manager Dave Roberts. Jansen doesn't need much spring work to get up to speed for the regular season. He's one of the best closers in the game and is pitching for a team that will rack up a lot […]

Ben Zobrist Returns For Fielding Drills

Chicago Cubs infielder/outfielder Ben Zobrist (back) was on the field Monday doing fielding drills. Zobrist missed the first few days of spring training with back stiffness and manager Joe Maddon has stated how he doesn’t want to push the veteran. Zobrist hit in the batting cages the other day and should be fine heading into 2018. […]

Chance Adams’ Future In 2018 Could Go Different Ways

New York Yankees pitching prospect Chance Adams is 23 years old and coming off a sensational 2017 season. Splitting time between Double-A and Triple-A, he went 15-5 with a 2.45 ERA and 1.08 WHIP in 150 innings. While the question of when he will finally debut with the big league team looms larger, the Yankees […]

Craig Gentry Dealing With Left Hamstring Soreness

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Craig Gentry has soreness in his left hamstring and will miss a few games, according to Brittany Ghiroli of MLB.com. Gentry, who is really not a fantasy factor unless all the regular Orioles outfielders got hurt or fell into a sinkhole, is in camp on a Minor League deal as insurance. Only […]

Miguel Castro Slated To Throw "B" Game Friday

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Miguel Castro (knees) is going to throw a "B" game on Friday. He'd been complaining of tendinitis in both of his knees. Castro is slated to be the No. 5 starter on the team right now, according to the MLB.com depth chart. It depends on how starters Andrew Cashner and Gabriel Ynoa do. […]

Kyle Schwarber Sheds Knee Brace

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Schwarber will no longer need to use a knee brace in the outfield. Schwarber is now a full year recovered from a torn ACL and LCL in his left knee. Schwarber got off to a slow start in 2017, which included a stint in Triple-A. The slugger bounced back in the […]

Kris Bryant Scratched From Monday’s Lineup

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (illness) was scratched from Monday’s lineup due to an illness. Bryant should be fine and remains one of the better and safer draft picks in 2018. Bryant should expect to see his run production improve this year and should return first-round value in fantasy leagues this year.

Martin Perez Close to Returning

TR Sullivan of MLB.com reports that Texas Rangers starting pitcher Martin Perez (elbow) is close to returning to action and is scheduled to pitch in a simulated game Tuesday. He'll work on fielding drills as the week goes on, and Perez reportedly said "I am ready" when asked about a potential return. This supports a previous […]

Matt Bush Adding a Third Pitch in Transition to Starter

The Texas Rangers are pushing pitcher Matt Bush to add a changeup into his repertoire as he continues to stretch out into a starter. Bush had previously relied on a blazing 95-100 mph fastball with an 80 mph curve mixed in to keep hitters honest. Successful two pitch starters are rare, and the push to […]