Masataka Yoshida Making Spring Debut On Sunday

Boston Red Sox designated hitter Masataka Yoshida (shoulder) is set to make his spring debut on Sunday. Yoshida is expected to serve as a designated hitter. The 31-year-old is still recovering from the surgery he underwent on his right labrum in October. Yoshida will continue to serve as a DH for the time being as […]

Jose Caballero Returning On Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Jose Caballero (foot) is returning to the starting lineup on Saturday afternoon when the Rays face the New York Mets. The 28-year-old fouled a ball of his foot on Thursday but received negative results on his X-rays. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status but seeing him return to the […]

Luke Raley Starting On Saturday

Seattle Mariners first baseman/outfielder Luke Raley (undisclosed) is back in the starting nine for Saturday afternoon's contest against the Chicago White Sox. Raley was dealing with an undisclosed injury throughout the week but has been cleared ahead of Saturday's game. He will start at first base and bat in the cleanup spot. Last season, Raley […]

Connor Wong Returning On Saturday

Boston Red Sox catcher Connor Wong (shoulder) is set to make his Grapefruit League debut on Saturday afternoon against the Minnesota Twins. Wong has been dealing with a sore shoulder throughout the early part of camp. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status in case he faces a setback. Over the past two seasons, […]

Evan Carter Starting On Saturday

Texas Rangers outfielder Evan Carter (illness) is back in the starting nine on Saturday afternoon. Carter was unable to play on Friday due to an illness. However, seeing him return to the lineup quickly suggests his absence on Friday was precautionary. Carter flashed high upside as a rookie during the 2023 campaign, posting a .309/.413/.645 […]

Tyler O'Neill Dealing With Illness

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Tyler O'Neill (illness) is battling an illness and is expected to be sidelined for the next few days. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status but he should be expected to return to the starting lineup sometime next week. Earlier in the offseason, the Orioles signed the 29-year-old to a three-year […]

Christian Yelich Making Spring Debut On Saturday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich (back) will make his spring debut on Saturday afternoon against the Texas Rangers. Yelich underwent a microdiscectomy procedure in August to address a herniated disc in his lower back. The 33-year-old was shut down after this operation in August. However, seeing him return early in spring training suggests he should […]

Parker Meadows Diagnosed With Upper-Arm Nerve Issue

Detroit Tigers outfielder Parker Meadows (arm) has been diagnosed with an upper arm nerve issue. The 25-year-old has been shut down from baseball activities for the time being. Manager A.J. Hinch noted that it is "too early" to make an assessment for Opening Day. Meadows sustained this injury last weekend and underwent further testing. Fantasy […]

5 Fantasy Baseball Draft Sleepers: NL East Edition - Scott Engel's Value Picks

The National League East might be the best division in baseball for the 2025 season. The top three teams in the division are among the favorites to win the NL pennant. If any team in the NL can overcome the Dodgers, it may come from this division. The Braves have made the playoffs in each […]

Eric Cross' Top 10 Outfield (OF) Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Rankings for 2025 - Part 1 (#1-10)

After discussing the top 10 of each infield position in my positional dynasty fantasy baseball rankings series, we have finally reached the star-studded outfield. Saying this position is loaded doesn't do it justice. In fact, I'll need two separate articles to cover my top 20 dynasty outfielders (Part 2 here). In my overall dynasty rankings, […]

Zach McKinstry Expected To Make Opening Day Roster

Detroit Tigers infielder Zach McKinstry is expected to make the Opening Day roster. With Matt Vierling (shoulder) expected to open the season on the injured list, McKinstry has a viable path to opening the season in the major leagues. Earlier in the offseason, McKinstry inked a one-year deal worth $1.65 million to avoid arbitration. The […]

J.D. Martinez Could Be A Fit For Yankees

According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, free-agent designated hitter J.D. Martinez could be a potential fit for the New York Yankees. With Giancarlo Stanton (elbow) sidelined and not participating in any baseball activities, they could sign Martinez as their temporary designated hitter. Martinez has been deployed exclusively as a DH for the […]

Bryan Baker Could Make Opening Day Roster

Baltimore Orioles right-handed pitcher Bryan Baker could be a "surprise" player to make the Opening Day roster, according to Jacob Calvin Meyer of The Baltimore Sun. The 30-year-old would have to go through waivers to be sent to the minor leagues, which may encourage Baltimore to keep him on the major league roster. Last season, […]

Brandon Sproat Shines In Spring Debut

New York Mets pitching prospect Brandon Sproat tossed two clean innings in his spring debut on Friday. The right-hander tallied one punchout and did not allow a single baserunner. He tallied the punchout against Nationals outfield prospect Robert Hassell III, who has been swinging one of the hottest bats during the early part of camp. […]

Dylan Floro Not Cleared To Face Hitters

Athletics right-handed pitcher Dylan Floro has not been cleared to face live hitters yet. The 34-year-old is expected to continue to throw bullpen and increase his workload throughout camp. Floro is behind schedule as he only joined the team on a minor-league contract last week. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his progression as he […]

Manny Machado Scratched With Back Tightness

San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado (back) was scratched from Friday's lineup with back tightness. The team said the move was precautionary. Fantasy managers should monitor his status in case he faces an extended absence. Eguy Rosario took his place in the lineup and covered the hot corner. Last season, Machado hit at least […]

Blaze Alexander Diagnosed With Grade 1 Oblique Strain

Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Blaze Alexander (oblique) was diagnosed with a Grade 1 oblique strain and is expected to miss "weeks" not "days." Jack Sommers of Sports Illustrated noted that the young infielder may not be ready in time for Opening Day. Fantasy managers should continue monitoring his status during camp as he slowly works his […]

Leo Jimenez Scratched Due To Illness

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Leo Jimenez (illness) was scratched from Friday's lineup due to an illness. He was replaced by infield prospect Arjun Nimmala. Fantasy managers should monitor Jimenez's status over the weekend as he may need additional time to recover. Last summer, the 23-year-old made his MLB debut. He held a .229/.329/.358 line with […]

JT Brubaker Suffers Three Broken Ribs

New York Yankees right-handed pitcher JT Brubaker (ribs) suffered three broken ribs when he attempted to avoid a comebacker during a spring training contest last weekend. Yankee manager Aaron Boone said that he is "OK" but this injury will "cost him some time." Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status throughout camp. Brubaker spent […]

Sean Reid-Foley Expected To Make Opening Day Roster

New York Mets right-handed pitcher Sean Reid-Foley (shoulder) is expected to make the Opening Day roster. The 29-year-old is recovering from a right shoulder impingement. However, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com expects the reliever to have a spot on the 40-man roster if he continues his steady progression. Last season, the right-hander posted a stellar 1.66 […]

Ryne Stanek Viewed As Setup Man

New York Mets relief pitcher Ryne Stanek is viewed as a setup man. Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reported that Stanek is viewed as the right-handed setup man while A.J. Minter is viewed as the left-handed setup pitcher. Edwin Diaz is expected to see the vast majority of save opportunities. Last season, Stanek spent time with […]

Roki Sasaki Making Spring Debut On Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Roki Sasaki is set to make his spring debut on Tuesday against the Cincinnati Reds. Sasaki will enter the game after starter Yoshinobu Yamamoto starts the game. Sasaki was able to throw three innings in a simulated game earlier in the week and will now make his professional debut. Earlier […]

Andrew Abbott May Not Be Ready For Opening Day

Cincinnati Reds left-hander Andrew Abbott (shoulder) has progressed to throwing his first live batting practice session in spring training, but it remains to be seen if he'll have enough time to get ready for Opening Day on March 27. In addition to Abbott, rookie right-hander Rhett Lowder (elbow) has been delayed this spring. Abbott has […]

Max Fried To Make Grapefruit League Debut On Monday

New York Yankees left-hander Max Fried will make his Yankees Grapefruit League debut on Monday, March 3, against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Steinbrenner Field, according to MLB.com's Bryan Hoch. Fried will be pitching in the Bronx for the first time in 2025 after signing an eight-year, $218 million deal with the Yankees over the winter. […]

Hyeseong Kim Adjusting His Swing

Los Angeles Dodgers Korean rookie infielder Hyeseong Kim's slick-fielding defensive skills have transitioned well in his first big-league spring training, but it's his bat that needs to catch up as he looks to win a spot on the Opening Day roster. In 12 Cactus League at-bats entering this Thursday, Kim had just one hit on […]

5 Starting Pitcher Busts for 2025 Fantasy Baseball Drafts

Fantasy baseball sleepers and breakouts are all the rage during draft season, but knowing who to avoid can make your life much easier when staring at that never-ending list of names. Fantasy baseball busts are those players who fall short of expectations or are bad values relative to their draft season ADP. I will be […]

Keaton Winn Competing For Rotation Spot

San Francisco Giants pitcher Keaton Winn (elbow) appears to be a name being discussed as a possible starting rotation option. Winn started 12 games for the Giants last season before suffering a nerve issue in his elbow that ended his season. The right-hander has been throwing in spring training, but hasn't actually played in any […]

Osleivis Basabe Shut Down From Throwing

San Francisco Giants infielder Osleivis Basabe (shoulder) has been shut down from throwing for a few days. The Giants are calling the issue a right shoulder strain, so they'll give Basabe a few days off to rest. It doesn't sound like the team plans on doing more imaging, so for now he's considered day-to-day. Basabe […]

Jake Lamb Shut Down For The Weekend

San Francisco Giants corner infielder Jake Lamb (quad) has been shut down from doing baseball activities for the weekend. The veteran infielder recently suffered a left quad strain, so the Giants are going to have him rest for a few days. Lamb will be re-evaluated on Tuesday, so there should be more information about his […]

Tom Murphy Begins Rehab Activities

San Francisco Giants catcher Tom Murphy (back) has started doing light rehab activities. Murphy was dealing with back spasms in camp, but an MRI revealed a more serious issue. The veteran backstop is dealing with a middle-back disk herniation. The fact Murphy is only beginning his rehab process means he probably won't be ready to […]