Travis Jankowski Cranks Two Homers

San Diego Padres outfielder Travis Jankowski went yard twice on Saturday against the Indians. Prior to Saturday's eruption, Jankowski was hitting .182 and on the outside looking in at a competitive San Diego outfield. Jankowski, 26, has played sporadically in three seasons with the Padres but did steal 30 bases in 2016. While his speed […]

Jorge Bonifacio Suspended 80 Games

Kansas City Royals outfielder Jorge Bonifacio has been suspended for 80 games following a positive performance-enhancing drug test. Bonifacio was penciled in to be Kansas City's opening day right fielder after a surprisingly solid rookie season last year, and he had been a bit of a dark-horse fantasy asset. The re-signing of third baseman Mike Moustakas […]

Lance Lynn Signs One-Year Deal With Twins

The Minnesota Twins and right-hander Lance Lynn have agreed on a one-year, $12 million guaranteed deal. Lynn, who spent his entire career with the St. Louis Cardinals, had been rumored to be negotiating with the Twins over the past week while the Twins were making no secret about their desire to add another arm to […]

Evan Longoria Doesn’t Expect To Miss Time With Ankle Soreness

San Francisco Giants third baseman Evan Longoria (ankle) said on Saturday that he is day-to-day with left ankle joint soreness. Longoria was a last minute scratch prior to Friday’s game. Longoria said that he’s dealt with plantar fasciitis in the same foot but does not know if it’s related to his current issue. The good […]

Brad Brach Throws Clean Inning In Win Over Pirates

Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Brad Brach, who is holding down the fort at closer until whenever Zach Britton returns from his Achilles injury, threw an inning on Saturday. He struck out two and gave up no hits or walks. Brach has done the job before as closer, so he'd be a good pick for early […]

Manny Machado Remains Super-Hot At Plate Against Bucs

There are players having great springs and then there's Baltimore Orioles third baseman Manny Machado, who is hitting the cover off the ball. He hit a first-inning homer and drove in two runs. Machado now has 14 RBI. Yes, it seems like every pitch looks like a beach ball to him. This is a guy who wants […]

Jonathan Schoop Homers Against Bucs In O's Win

Baltimore Orioles second baseman Jonathan Schoop is doing his best to put those bursitis concerns behind him. He went 2-for-4 on Saturday with a solo homer. Schoop also scored two runs and is hitting a robust .333 this spring. He's going to be an excellent grab for whoever picks him during their draft.

Adam Jones Drives In Two Runs As Orioles Crush Bucs

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Adam Jones has had a quietly good Spring. It got even better on Saturday after he went 1-for-2 and drove in two runs as Baltimore romped over Pittsburgh, 13-5. Jones is now hitting .318 in his 2018 Grapefruit League season. He's always a solid pick for any owner who needs an outfielder.

Trey Mancini Drives In Two Runs In Laugher Over Pirates

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Trey Mancini, who was playing first in place of the injured Chris Davis, had an excellent day on Saturday. He went 1-for-2 while driving in two runs. He also hit a solo homer during an inning that saw three Orioles go deep. Mancini now has three homers and is hitting a respectable […]

Jose Urena Named Opening Day Starter

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Jose Urena has been named the team's Opening Day starter. He'll get the nod over Dan Straily. On the surface, Urena was great in 2017 with a 14-7 record, 3.81 ERA and 1.27 WHIP, but when you look further, there are reasons to be skeptical. His FIP was 5.20 and he […]

Jonathan Lucroy's Contract Worth $6.5 Million

Updating a previous report on the signing, free-agent catcher Jonathan Lucroy's contract with the Oakland Athletics is for $6.5 million for one year, according to Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle. There does not seem to be any incentives at all in that deal. At 31 years old, Lucroy is hoping for a more […]

Roenis Elias Vying For Reliever Spot On Roster

Boston Red Sox pitcher Roenis Elias is being used as a reliever in spring training. Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reported Elias is throwing sidearm to lefty hitters. Elias has long been a starting pitcher but despite being 29 years old, he has not had a successful career. The last year he was productive […]

Bud Norris To Start Season In Bullpen

St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Bud Norris has stated his desire to pitch out of the bullpen over starting. Norris is coming off of a solid season with the Angels and was their closer throughout part of the year. Norris is likely to be a swing man out of the bullpen for the Cardinals, but […]

Bryan Mitchell Comfortable As A Starter

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Bryan Mitchell will open 2018 as the team's No. 2 starter. Mitchell, acquired with third baseman Chase Headley during the offseason, was believed to be San Diego's real target in the transaction. At 26, Mitchell hasn't shown he belongs in the majors (4.94 ERA, 1.62 WHIP, 5.86 K/9 through 98 1/3 […]

Mike Foltynewicz Continues Scoreless Spring Streak

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Mike Foltynewicz continued his splendid spring training with four more innings with no runs allowed. He fanned one and walked one. He's now gone nine innings, which would mean a complete-game shutout. If he keeps producing like this in the regular season, he could be quite an interesting pickup. Bear in […]

Luiz Gohara Will Be Shut Down For Two Weeks

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Luiz Gohara (ankle) will miss the next two weeks of spring training due to a sprained left ankle, assuring that Scott Kazmir and others in the rotation hunt will have an even better shot at making the roster. It's going to take a while for Gohara to get going after he gets […]

Alex Wilson Will Remain In The Bullpen

Detroit Tigers reliever Alex Wilson expressed interest in and ultimately auditioned for a role in the starting rotation heading into the upcoming regular season, but he will instead pitch in relief. He pitched three innings on Friday and actually threw the ball quite well, retiring the first seven batters he faced before allowing a walk […]

Chris Davis Receives Cortisone Injection In Arm

Baltimore Orioles first baseman Chris Davis (forearm) received a cortisone shot to help him heal faster. Manager Buck Showalter said that this won't change the timetable for Davis' return. Davis must be itching to get back onto the field in a regular capacity. Outfielder Trey Mancini got the nod at first base Saturday.

Jarrod Saltalamacchia Signs With Tigers

Veteran free-agent catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia signed a minor league deal with the Tigers on Friday, joining an already crowded mix of catchers at Tigers camp. Detroit already has James McCann and John Hicks slated for the big league roster and veterans Brayan Pena and Derek Norris along for the ride as well. Salty spent most […]

Mitch Haniger Could Play In Games Saturday

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger (hand) faced live batting practice on Friday and could begin playing in games as early as Saturday. Haniger has been out since the start of camp with a sore right hand but said he's feeling great. Injuries have been the issue so far in his major league career, but he […]

Justin Bour Scratched With Back Spasms

Miami Marlins first baseman Justin Bour (back) was scratched from spring action Saturday due to back spasms. The injury isn't considered serious, and the Marlins are just being cautious with the regular season quickly approaching. Bour will be the team's cleanup hitter in 2018 after hitting .289 with a career-high 25 home runs in 377 […]

Dan Straily Could Be Miami's Opening Day Starter

Starter Dan Straily has a 50-50 shot of being the Miami Marlins' Opening Day starter, according to MLB.com's Joe Frisaro. Straily, who has a 2.00 ERA and 1.11 WHIP in nine innings this Spring, finished as one of Miami's best starting pitchers last year. Straily is competing with fireballer Jose Urena for the team's Opening […]

Javier Baez Expected To Play Next Week

Chicago Cubs second baseman Javier Baez (hamstring) had an MRI on Saturday and received good news. The damage on his hamstring was minimal and he is expected to play next week. Baez is set to play every day in 2018 and will offer above-average power at both middle infield positions.

J.T. Realmuto Nursing Sore Knee

Miami Marlins catcher J.T. Realmuto is dealing with a bruised knee, though the club isn't too concerned, according to MLB.com's Joe Frisaro. Realmuto, who will be one of Miami's best offensive weapons this season, was scratched before Friday's game against the Red Sox to deal with the injury he suffered on Thursday. Realmuto is hopeful […]

Justin Bour Struggling This Spring

It's been a slow Spring Training for Miami Marlins first baseman Justin Bour, but that shouldn't deter fantasy owners from drafting him this year. The big lefty, who clubbed 25 homers and 83 RBI in just 108 games last season, is batting a measly .190 in 21 at-bats this Spring. When healthy, Bour is one […]

David Price Will Not Pitch In A Game Saturday

Updating a previous report, Boston Red Sox starting pitcher David Price will not be pitching in a game Saturday, according to Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe. Price will get his work done in a bullpen session. Price was originally supposed to pitch against the Twins this afternoon, but rain caused the plans to change. […]

Daniel Murphy Takes First Spring Batting Practice

Washington Nationals second baseman Daniel Murphy (knee) took batting practice on the field for the first time all spring on Saturday. The slugger is about to turn 33 on April 1 and is coming back slowly from an offseason microfracture procedure on the cartilage in his left knee. While seeing him hit is a good […]

Chase Headley Focuses On Natural Swing

San Diego Padres third baseman Chase Headley hopes a few mechanical adjustments in his swing will allow him to surpass his recent unexceptional performance. Since a magical 2012 season when he hit 31 home runs, scored 95 runs and drove in 115 RBI (along with 17 steals and an .874 OPS), Headley has settled for […]

Luis Robert Out Six Weeks

Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert (thumb) has been ruled out six weeks with a moderate thumb sprain. Robert was having a nice spring prior to suffering the injury and remains an exciting prospect. It will be a couple of more years before Robert is able to help fantasy teams.

Eloy Jimenez To Return Sunday

Chicago White Sox outfielder Eloy Jimenez (knee) said that he is ready to play on Sunday. Jimenez has been dealing with tendinitis in his left knee since early in camp, but it was never considered a serious injury. Jimenez will start the season in Triple-A, but is likely to force his way onto the big […]