Justin Steele Resumes Throwing on Monday

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Justin Steele (elbow) resumed throwing the baseball on Monday. It's nice to see Steele throwing again after he underwent UCL surgery in April. He was only able to make four starts during the 2025 season before needing his ligament repaired. It's unlikely that Steele is ready for Opening Day, but it'll […]

Shelby Miller Undergoes Elbow Surgery

Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Shelby Miller (elbow) recently underwent surgery to repair the UCL and flexor tendon in his right elbow. Miller was hopeful to avoid surgery, but sadly he wasn't able to do that. This means Miller will likely miss most of the 2026 campaign. He posted a 2.74 ERA, 1.04 WHIP, and a […]

Josh Naylor Moves into Three-Hole

Seattle Mariners first baseman Josh Naylor will move into the three-hole in the lineup ahead of Monday's Game 7 of the ALCS against the Toronto Blue Jays. Naylor has mainly been batting cleanup or fifth during this series. However, he'll move into the third spot with Jorge Polanco sliding into the cleanup spot during this […]

George Springer Remains in Leadoff Spot

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (knee) will remain in the leadoff spot ahead of Monday's Game 7 of the ALCS against the Seattle Mariners. Springer made an early exit during Game 5 of this series on Friday night. Luckily, he was able to return in Game 6, but went 0-for-4 at the plate. Despite […]

Dominic Canzone on the Bench for Game 7

Seattle Mariners outfielder Dominic Canzone is absent from the starting lineup ahead of Monday's ALCS Game 7 against the Toronto Blue Jays. Canzone has been in the lineup almost exclusively against right-handed pitching this postseason. However, he has struggled with only three hits during those nine games. That being said, Victor Robles will take over […]

Top 10 Catcher Prospect Rankings for Fantasy Baseball (2026)

The catcher position has been on the rise over the last couple of years, and the next few years should be no different. Even with plenty of catcher prospects like Drake Baldwin, Agustin Ramirez, and Dalton Rushing graduating to the Major Leagues in 2025, the catcher position is still loaded with talent in the minor leagues, with […]

Kevin Gausman Ready for Possible Game 7 Appearance as Blue Jays Eye AL Pennant

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Kevin Gausman has declared his readiness for a potential Game 7 of the ALCS against the Seattle Mariners. Gausman told reporters he will be "out there cleated up and ready to go" in the bullpen if the series reaches a decisive game. The veteran starter has pitched in both Game 1 […]

Bo Bichette Eyeing Return as Running and Swinging Progress Continue

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette (knee) has increased his running workload but has not yet advanced to running the bases, according to manager John Schneider. Bichette has been sidelined since September 7 with a left knee sprain and was ruled out for the ALCS. However, optimism remains that he could return if the Blue […]

Trent Thornton Out of Walking Boot; Aims for Early 2026 Return

Seattle Mariners right-hander Trent Thornton (Achilles) is out of his protective walking boot as he continues to recover from a torn left Achilles tendon. The 32-year-old underwent surgery on August 5 after being placed on the injured list four days earlier. The recovery timeline is expected to be around six to eight months, putting Thornton […]

Tanner Scott Resumes Throwing; Dodgers Hopeful for World Series Return

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Tanner Scott (lower body) has resumed playing catch as the team celebrated clinching its World Series berth with a series sweep over the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Championship Series. Scott has been sidelined since September 26 after undergoing a procedure to treat a lower-body abscess. The Dodgers remain hopeful […]

George Springer Returns to Lineup for Game 6 of ALCS

Toronto Blue Jays star outfielder George Springer (knee) is in the lineup as the designated hitter Sunday night for Game 6 against the Seattle Mariners. Springer was hit squarely on the kneecap by a 96 mph fastball from Bryan Woo in Friday's loss and was questionable to play. X-rays came back negative, and it became […]

Fantasy Baseball All-Waiver Wire Team - Jeremy's Top Pickups (2025)

There were many big fantasy baseball breakouts in 2025, including Cal Raleigh, Bryan Woo, Cristopher Sanchez, and Junior Caminero. However, they were all established players with breakout aspirations before the season, and you may have missed out on them in the middle rounds of drafts. There were plenty of other players who turned into true […]

Fantasy Baseball All-Bust Team - Mike's Most Disappointing Players (2025)

If you are anything like me, the list of players that you rostered in 2025 that could fill an article on busts is full of educated guesses you whiffed on. There are players listed here, like Jackson Merrill and Devin Williams, whose underperformance sank some of my teams. What constitutes a bust? We spotlighted players […]

Dodgers Expected to Pursue Kyle Tucker

The Los Angeles Dodgers are reportedly ready to spend big this offseason. According to Jon Heyman, the Dodgers are expected to pursue outfielder Kyle Tucker this offseason. This should come as no surprise given the Dodgers pursuit of elite talent over the last few years. The Dodgers consider the outfield an area of need and […]

George Springer Feeling Improved

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (knee) was forced to make an early exit from Friday's Game 5 after getting hit by a pitch. He was pulled from the contest after taking a fastball off the knee in the seventh inning. Springer underwent testing that came back negative for any structural damage. Jays' manager John […]

Tony Vitello Nearing Deal to Become Giants Manager

The San Francisco Giants are reportedly nearing a deal that would make Tony Vitello the next manager of the team. The Giants parted ways with veteran manager Bob Melvin after a frustrating conclusion to their 2025 campaign. In an odd turn of events, the Giants are close to hiring Tennessee Volunteers head coach as their […]

Logan Gilbert Named Game 6 Starter for ALCS

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Logan Gilbert has been named the starting pitcher ahead of Game 6 of the ALCS against the Toronto Blue Jays. As expected, Gilbert will get the ball as he attempts to get his team to the World Series for the first time in franchise history. Gilbert gave up three runs (two […]

Elly De La Cruz to Stay at Shortstop

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz won't be moving positions for the upcoming 2026 season. There was speculation that the Reds would shift De La Cruz elsewhere after leading the league in errors. The thought was that the Reds would move De La Cruz into the outfield much like the Pittsburgh Pirates did with […]

Troy Melton to Move into Starting Rotation

Detroit Tigers pitcher Troy Melton is expected to move into the starting rotation next season. Tigers president of baseball operations and manager A.J. Hinch said at the end of the regular season press conference that Melton would be moved into the rotation next season. Melton posted a 2.76 ERA, 1.00 WHIP, and a 36/15 K/BB […]

Otto Kemp to Undergo Knee, Shoulder Surgeries

Philadelphia Phillies infielder/outfielder Otto Kemp (knee, shoulder) will undergo two surgeries this offseason. Kemp will have one to repair his left kneecap, and the other to clean out his left shoulder. The 26-year-old played through the knee injury for a few months after suffering the injury in the middle of June. It's unclear when he […]

Freddy Peralta Could be Traded This Offseason

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Freddy Peralta is expected to be on the trading block this offseason. The Brewers will undoubtedly exercise Peralta's $8 million club option for the 2026 season. That is an extremely cheap deal considering what Peralta has given to the Brewers the last few years. Peralta is set to become a free […]

Martin Maldonado Retires from Baseball

San Diego Padres catcher Martin Maldonado has decided to retire from baseball. Maldonado has decided to call it a career after playing 15 years in the big leagues. He began his career with the Milwaukee Brewers and played six seasons there. After that, Maldonado jumped around to a number of teams. He won a World […]

Mets to Pursue Tarik Skubal

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal could reportedly be on the trade block this offseason. According to Jon Heyman, Skubal and the Tigers are $250 million apart in long-term extension talks. That being said, the Tigers might be willing to move Skubal if the two sides can't agree on a deal. If he's available, the […]

Justin Crawford Not Ready to Play Center Field?

The Philadelphia Phillies aren't convinced that outfield prospect Justin Crawford can play an average big-league center field, and many rival evaluators agree that he is better in left field, according to Matt Gelb of The Athletic. There is more long-term upside from Crawford, but he could rate below Brandon Marsh in center field right now. […]

Lars Nootbaar has Surgery on Both of his Heels

The St. Louis Cardinals announced on Friday that outfielder Lars Nootbaar (heels) underwent surgery on both of his heels on Oct. 7 to shave down Haglund's deformities, according to John Denton of MLB.com. It's unclear if Nootbaar's surgeries will put his status for spring training or the start of the 2026 regular season in jeopardy […]

Brendan Donovan Undergoes Sports Hernia Surgery

The St. Louis Cardinals announced on Friday that second baseman Brendan Donovan (hernia) underwent sports hernia surgery on Oct. 7, according to John Denton of MLB.com. Donovan was shut down towards the tail end of the regular season in September due to a hernia that he dealt with during the second half. The 28-year-old should […]

George Springer Exits Game 5 Early After HBP on his Knee

Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer (knee) took a 95.6 mph fastball from Seattle Mariners right-hander Bryan Woo off his right kneecap in Game 5 of the American League Championship Series on Friday night and was forced to exit early, according to Shi Davidi of Sportsnet. Springer tried to stay in the game but […]

Jackson Chourio Back in Game 4 Lineup Against Dodgers

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio (hamstring) is back in the starting lineup for Game 4 of the National League Championship Series on Friday against the Los Angeles Dodgers and right-hander Shohei Ohtani, starting in left field and batting second. Chourio's troublesome hamstring tightened up on him in the middle of an at-bat in the Game […]

Ben Rice Viewed as Primary First Baseman Going into Next Year

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said he sees first baseman Ben Rice as the team's starting first baseman next year, but that won't mean that he will abandon catching behind Austin Wells, accordig to Gary Phillips of the New York Daily News. Rice filled a unique utility role for the Yankees in 2025, serving […]

Ivan Herrera Has Bone Spurs Removed From his Elbow

According to a source, St. Louis Cardinals catcher Ivan Herrera (elbow) had successful surgery to remove bone spurs from his right elbow on Oct. 15, per Jeff Jones of the Belleville News. The surgery is not expected to delay Herrera's offseason work, so he should be ready for the start of spring training next year […]