Steven Matz Ready For Fresh Start

You may have heard this once or twice (or more) over the last few years, but New York Met starting pitcher Steven Matz is ready for a fresh start after yet another injury-plagued season in 2017. According to Matz himself, he feels stronger and is as healthy as he’s been in years. One point that’s […]

Dominic Smith’s Benching Not Health-Related

In a further development related to the New York Mets scratching first baseman Dominic Smith from Friday’s spring training opener, the benching does not seem to be health-related. According to Smith himself, the decision was simply the call of manager Mickey Callaway. This makes the situation all the more interesting, given a full offseason’s worth […]

Bobby Bradley Has Been the Highlight of Spring So Far

Cleveland Indians first base prospect Bobby Bradley has been the highlight of Spring Training so far for manager Terry Francona. Bradley has reportedly lost 30 pounds and will get a chance to play this spring. Francona said, "I told him not only is he knocking on the door because of where he plays, but we […]

Devon Travis Could Hit Atop Toronto Lineup

With spring training in full swing, one of the things the fantasy community likes to obsess over now is trying to figure out lineup construction. As far as the leadoff hitter for the Toronto Blue Jays is concerned, according to manager John Gibbons, second baseman Devon Travis might be leading the pack. Travis has long enamored […]

Jonathan Schoop Day-To-Day With Left Elbow Bursitis

Baltimore Orioles second baseman Jonathan Schoop (elbow) was scratched from the Feb. 23 spring training opener due to bursitis in his left elbow. According to Rich Dubroff of PressBoxOnline, Schoop banged it on something. If this turns into something worse, it's terrible news for fantasy owners since Schoop is a top-10 second baseman. His 32 homers […]

Blake Swihart Not Named As Starter Or Backup Catcher

According to Evan Drellich of NBC Sports Boston, Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora has stated that Sandy Leon and Christian Vazquez are his catchers. This news means that Blake Swihart has lost another opportunity to win a starting position. Through process of positional elimination, Swihart will be relegated to a utility role. Thus far […]

Eduardo Rodriguez Begins Throwing

According to Jen McCaffrey of masslive.com, Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez (knee) will be throwing his first side session on Monday. Rodriguez is recovering from knee surgery in October. He has had various knee issues every year. Hopefully, this surgery will resolve it for good and keep Rodriguez on the mound. When healthy, Rodriguez has […]

Rangers Place Joe Palumbo on 60-Day DL

Texas Rangers left-handed pitcher Joe Palumbo (elbow) was placed on the 60-day disabled list as he continues his recovery from Tommy John surgery. The move clears space on the 40-man roster for recent signee Jesse Chavez, as Palumbo is expected to miss at least the first two months of the season. Palumbo does not figure to […]

Steven Wright's Investigation Moves Toward A Conclusion

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Steven Wright met with MLB and the investigation into his arrest for domestic assault may soon be concluded, according to Pete Abraham of the Boston Globe. Wright was arrested in December 2017 for an argument with his wife. The Tennessee court retired it for one year, meaning it will be […]

Dominic Smith Scratched, Peter Alonso To Start

New York Mets first baseman Dominic Smith (undisclosed) was originally in the team’s lineup for their opening game of spring training, but has been scratched and replaced by Peter Alonso. There is no news yet as to why Smith was scratched. Hopefully, it’s nothing and Smith will be in the lineup next time out. Despite only […]

Hunter Pence Scratched With Stiff Neck

San Francisco Giants outfielder Hunter Pence was scratched from Friday’s contest with a stiff neck. Manager Bruce Bochy mentioned earlier in the week how he’d like to rest veterans this weekend and only outfielder Andrew McCutchen will be in the lineup. Pence should be considered day-to-day. Pence no longer holds much fantasy value as age […]

The Big Winner Of Tampa Bay's Flurry Of Moves Is Mallex Smith

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Mallex Smith has not been mentioned as much as other names that departed the team this week. However, he emerges as a big winner due to the number of his competitions leaving the roster. The signing of Carlos Gomez creates a possible concern, as there are now four outfielders for three […]

CC Sabathia Gets Through First Spring Session

Now one of the elder statesmen on the club and one of a handful of remaining players from the 2009 World Series team, New York Yankees starting pitcher CC Sabathia is one of the major figures for the Yankees. The 37-year-old, fresh off a new contract with New York, successfully threw his first session to live […]

Nick Williams Smashing Them Out Of The Park

Entering his sophomore season in the majors, Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Nick Williams is already making a splash in spring training. The 24-year-old recently smashed a home run out of the club’s Clearwater, Florida, spring training stadium, hitting manager Gabe Kapler’s car. Williams almost did it two days in a row, barely missing the car the […]

Steven Duggar Could Start Opening Day

Despite the San Francisco Giants signing outfielder Austin Jackson in the offseason, outfielder Steven Duggar has a chance to earn the nod on Opening Day for the Giants. Outfielders Andrew McCutchen and Hunter Pence will hold down the corners, but Duggar’s defense is above average and he has put up good numbers in the minor leagues. […]

Blake Swihart Might Need A New Venue

Boston Red Sox catcher Blake Swihart is following a plan that manager Alex Cora and the staff has prepared to make him more versatile and improve the chances of Swihart getting more playing time. However, now might be the perfect opportunity for the Red Sox to trade Swihart, according to Evan Drellich of NBC Sports […]

Twins Could Have Interest In Lance Lynn

Several reports have linked free-agent right-hander Lance Lynn to the Minnesota Twins. Jon Heyman of Fan Rag Sports suggests that the Twins have some interest in Lynn, who is one of the top free-agent pitchers remaining on the market. Lynn is coming off somewhat of a down year by his standards. While he was able […]

Rangers in the Lead to Land Julio Pablo Martinez

The Texas Rangers have emerged as the favorites over the Marlins and Yankees to sign 21-year-old Cuban outfielder Julio Pablo Martinez. The recent defector will be free to sign with a team on March 6, and his bonus is expected to be in the neighborhood of $2.7 million. The Rangers traded pitcher Miguel Medrano for […]

Byron Buxton Feeling Faster This Spring

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton told reporters that he feels faster this season. The speedy outfielder reported to camp at 192 pounds a year after checking in at 210 pounds ahead of the 2017 season. Already one of the top defensive center fielders in the league, if Buxton is in fact faster this season, he […]

J.D. Martinez Deal Waiting On Physical

According to Christopher Smith of masslive.com, there will not be a press conference Thursday to officially announce the signing of outfielder J.D. Martinez by the Boston Red Sox. The reason is the physical has yet to be completed. There is no additional word regarding any specifics that the physical is causing the holdup. Smith also reported that […]

Eric Hosmer May Move Around Batting Order

Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports the San Diego Padres are not concerned where first baseman Eric Hosmer bats in the order. Hosmer brings a career .342 on-base percentage, including .385 last season, to one of the league's least-disciplined teams. The Padres had a miserable .299 OBP in 2017. Manager Andy Green hopes Hosmer's […]

Tyson Ross To Start Saturday

The San Diego Padres announced their starters for the first three spring training games this weekend. Brett Kennedy gets the nod Friday, followed by Tyson Ross on Saturday and Bryan Mitchell on Sunday. Ross signed a minor league deal after being a non-factor in 2016 and 2017. Ross is currently fantasy-irrelevant, but if he makes […]

Yasmany Tomas Might Not Make Roster

According to Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic, Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Yasmany Tomas looks to have a hard time securing a roster spot, let alone a spot in the starting lineup. The acquisitions of outfielders Steven Souza Jr. and Jarrod Dyson secured the most likely spots Tomas could play in the outfield. Among 12 other […]

Madison Bumgarner To Start Opening Day For Giants

San Francisco Giants manager Bruce Bochy has announced that starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner will start on Opening Day. This comes as no surprise, as he is one of the best pitchers in the game. Bumgarner spent time on the disabled list in 2017 for the first time in his career after injuring his shoulder. He […]

Michael Kopech Working On Changeup

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Michael Kopech knows that developing a third pitch in addition to his fastball and slider can be a difference maker. This spring the right-hander has been working on his changeup, as it could be huge for his development. Kopech said he’s feeling more comfortable with the pitch, which he hopes […]

Not Much Concern About Jason Kipnis' Sore Back

Updating a previous report, Cleveland Indians second baseman/outfielder Jason Kipnis (back) is sitting out the first few spring training games due to a sore back. Kipnis himself said his back pain is caused by pushing himself too hard too early on in the spring. He said his body told him to take a break after taking […]

Pirates Acquire Corey Dickerson From Rays

After being curiously designated for assignment by the Tampa Bay Rays over the weekend, outfielder Corey Dickerson has found a new home. The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired Dickerson on Tuesday in exchange for reliever Daniel Hudson and infield prospect Tristan Gray. What was supposed to be an interesting position battle for the Pirates is no more, […]

Cardinals Closer Role Will "Define in Time"

St. Louis Cardinals manager Mike Matheny stated that his team's closer role will "define in time." He continued, "Having a number of guys who can finish a game would be great. Somebody has to finish the last three." Relief pitcher Luke Gregerson would seem to be the leading candidate for now, but spring training performances will […]

Brandon Guyer Will Be Shut Down for a Couple of Days

Cleveland Indians outfielder Brandon Guyer (wrist) will be shut down for a couple of days to let the inflammation in his left wrist calm down. He will reportedly increase workouts next week. Guyer injured his wrist in the outfield earlier this week, and while there was a lot of concern at first, it seems Guyer […]

Jason Kipnis To Be Kept Out of Early Spring Training Games

Cleveland Indians second baseman/outfielder Jason Kipnis (back) will be held out of early spring training games due to a sore lower back. There doesn't seem to be a ton of concern regarding the soreness, but the oft-injured Kipnis is always someone to keep an eye on no matter how minor the injury may seem. Kipnis spent […]