Myles Straw Clears Waivers, Sent To Triple-A Columbus

Cleveland Guardians outfielder Myles Straw has cleared waivers and accepted an assignment to Triple-A Columbus. Straw struggled mightily at the dish last year, slashing .238/.301/.297 with one home run and 20 steals across 518 PA. He will likely be called up when an injury happens, but the speedster is unlikely to have a role big […]

Nick Nastrini Has Good Shot At Starting Role

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Nick Nastrini appears to have the inside track to be the fifth starter to start the season after a solid Spring Training. Nastrini did get knocked around on Saturday, giving up seven runs (five earned) on five hits and five walks over 3 ⅓ innings. Otherwise, though, Nastrini has been […]

Shohei Ohtani To Speak With Reporters On Monday

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani is scheduled to speak with reporters on Monday, according to manager Dave Roberts. Ohtani is currently under investigation by Major League Baseball due to allegations surrounding his former interpreter Ippei Mizuhara. There is speculation that Ohtani and Mizuhara could be involved in an illegal gambling situation. The fact […]

Jesse Chavez Signing Is Not Official

The Minnesota Twins were reportedly in agreement with relief pitcher Jesse Chavez earlier on Sunday. However, the two sides have not officially agreed on a deal. It sounds like the Twins and Chavez are discussing a one-year contract, but haven't made it official. The 40-year-old is looking to pitch at least one more season in […]

Tyler Glasnow Will Start In Home Opener

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow will take the ball during the team's home opener versus the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday. The right-hander made his Dodgers' debut versus the San Diego Padres on Wednesday. Glasnow allowed two runs, two hits, and walked four batters in a no-decision. It appears the plan is for […]

Bradley Zimmer Released By Rockies

Colorado Rockies outfielder Bradley Zimmer has been released by the organization on Sunday. This move is unsurprising after the Rockies acquired outfielder Jake Cave this weekend. There was no more room for Zimmer on the roster despite his solid play this spring. Zimmer was hitting .378 with one home run, four RBI, and four stolen […]

DJ LeMahieu A Longshot For Opening Day

New York Yankees infielder DJ LeMahieu (foot) is reportedly a longshot to be ready in time for Opening Day, according to manager Aaron Boone. It sounds like the veteran infielder has not progressed as quickly as the organization hoped. The 35-year-old continues to deal with a bone bruise in his right foot that could linger […]

Ezequiel Tovar Signs Massive Extension

Colorado Rockies shortstop Ezequiel Tovar has reportedly signed a long-term extension with the organization on Sunday. It's a seven-year deal with a club option for the 2031 season. Tovar could earn up to $84 million if the team does exercise his option. The young infielder was fairly productive through his first big league season. Tovar […]

Twins Sign Veteran Reliever Jesse Chavez

The Minnesota Twins have signed veteran reliever Jesse Chavez to a one-year big league deal and he will serve in a middle relief role or pitch in matchup-specific opportunities. It will be the 40-year-old's tenth different major league club and 17th season, which is an enviable feat in and of itself. The Twins have lost […]

Luis Gil Secures Rotation Spot

New York Yankees starting pitcher Luis Gil has earned himself a spot in the starting rotation. The right-hander has been named the team's fifth starter on Sunday. This spring, Gil has posted a 2.87 ERA, 0.83 WHIP, and 23/6 K/BB ratio across 15 2/3 innings (three starts). The loss of Gerrit Cole (elbow) gave Gil […]

C.J. Cron Released By The Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox have released first baseman C.J. Cron less than a month after he was signed to a minor league deal with an invitation to camp. At the time of the signing, it was presumed he'd be the backup to Triston Casas with Bobby Dalbec being the odd man out, however, it looks […]

Oakland Athletics Acquire Reliever Austin Adams

The Oakland Athletics have acquired veteran reliever Austin Adams from the New York Mets in exchange for cash considerations. The 32-year-old was added to the Athletics' 40-man roster and in a corresponding move, Trevor Gott was placed on the 60-day IL after it was determined he would need Tommy John surgery. Adams made 24 appearances […]

Top Prospects and Rising Stars: Fantasy Baseball Insights from an Active MLB Player

The newest installment of the FSWA award-winning Insider Series features the perspectives of a veteran American Leaguer that is currently active. He supplies scouting reports on players he has worked with as a teammate and competed against in recent seasons. This current Major Leaguer offers his observations from on the field and in the dugout, […]

Nolan Jones Avoids Serious Injury, Should Still Play Opening Day

Colorado Rockies outfielder Nolan Jones fouled a ball off of his kneecap in Saturday's 6-2 Cactus League loss to the Reds. The 25-year-old said he felt numbness in his foot afterward, but today it is just a bruise. He believes he'll be ready for Opening Day and could even play in the final spring games. […]

Jordan Montgomery Has Two Offers On The Table

Free agent pitcher Jordan Montgomery has been offered long-term deals from two teams and it sounds like it won't be long before he signs. Which two teams made the offers is still unclear, and there are still multiple teams that are in need of his services. The Yankees and Red Sox are still reportedly involved, […]

Sonny Gray To Pitch In Minor-League Game Thursday

St. Louis Cardinals right-hander Sonny Gray's (hamstring) next minor-league game is expected to be on Thursday in Florida. The Cardinals were holding out hope that Gray would be able to avoid the injured list to start the season after injuring his hamstring in spring training, but they are ultimately playing it safe and will place […]

Eddie Rosario Breaks Camp With Nationals

After reassigning outfielder Eddie Rosario to minor-league camp on Saturday in a procedural move, the Washington Nationals selected both he and outfielder Jesse Winker to the major-league roster on Sunday. Given the lack of experienced options in the outfield for the rebuilding Nationals in 2024, Rosario was signed earlier this month to give the team […]

Brett Baty Makes Opening Day Roster

New York Mets third baseman Brett Baty and infielder Zack Short have made the Opening Day roster, with designated hitter Mark Vientos and Ji Man Choi to start the year in the minor leagues. Especially with Vientos out of the picture in Queens to start the year, it's likely that Baty will receive everyday playing […]

Mets Option Mark Vientos

The New York Mets optioned designated hitter Mark Vientos to Triple-A Syracuse on Sunday and also told first baseman Ji Man Choi that he won't be on the team's Opening Day roster. It's a mild surprise after it was announced on Saturday that the newly signed J.D. Martinez would be starting the year on the […]

Sean Newcomb To Start The Year On Injured List

Oakland Athletics left-hander Sean Newcomb (knee), who has not pitched since March 20, is experiencing irritation in the left knee that he had surgery on last September, and it will put him on the 15-day injured list to begin the 2024 season. Newcomb had a 3.00 ERA in four Cactus League outings this spring and […]

Miguel Andujar Needs Surgery For Torn Meniscus

Oakland Athletics outfielder Miguel Andujar (knee) will be forced to open the season on the 15-day injured list. Andujar felt discomfort in his right leg while playing left field in a Cactus League game last week, and MRI results on Friday showed a torn meniscus in his right knee. He'll have surgery on March 27, […]

Ian Happ's Recovery Has Plateaued

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ's (hamstring) recovery from a left-hamstring strain has plateaued, according to manager Craig Counsell. Happ hasn't played in a Cactus League game in three days and won't be in the spring lineup until Monday against the St. Louis Cardinals. He is focusing on exerted running. Counsell said Happ still isn't in […]

Eury Perez Plays Catch Pain-Free

Miami Marlins right-hander Eury Perez (elbow) played catch in camp pain-free on Saturday and will play catch again on Sunday. Even though it's already decided that Perez will open the 2024 regular season on the 15-day injured list due to inflammation in his right elbow, it's good news to see him throwing a baseball without […]

X-Rays On Jake Meyers' Hand Come Back Clean

Houston Astros centerfielder Jake Meyers was struck in the hand by a pitch Saturday during a Grapefruit League game against the Mets. The 27-year-old was sent for X-rays on his hand which on Sunday morning Meyers stated had come back clean. The righty hitter is projected to be the Astros centerfielder, although there isn't much […]

Two-Catcher Leagues: 3 Fantasy Baseball Catcher Draft Targets (2024)

When playing in two-catcher fantasy baseball leagues, your pre-draft strategy can significantly differ from one-catcher leagues. Instead of just highlighting a few names at the catcher position, you now have to double that just to ensure you draft two players you are comfortable with. Another caveat is how much you should push catchers up your […]

How To Play Fantasy Baseball? Rules, Formats, Scoring, Roster Management and More

The 2024 Major League Baseball season is almost here. Technically, it’s already underway with the Dodgers and Padres having played the two-game “Seoul Series.” It’s not too late to join a fantasy baseball league, though. If you are new to fantasy baseball, or trying to figure out if it’s your cup of tea, this is […]

Taijuan Walker Dealing With Shoulder Soreness, Sent For MRI

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Taijuan Walker was getting loose for a bullpen session on Saturday and stated that his shoulder "didn't feel right." The Phillies sent him for an MRI, the results of which should be known Sunday. Walker had already battled some right knee soreness this spring and had only made two spring appearances […]

ESPN H2H Fantasy Baseball Points League Primer: Bargains and Busts

Many different kinds of fantasy baseball leagues are calling to the wide variety of fantasy baseball players in the world. Analysis is done frequently for those playing in high-stakes leagues, and not for those playing in smaller, perhaps less competitive, leagues. While many fantasy players flock to snake drafts, many folks still play in points […]

Justin Steele Still In Line For Opening Day

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Justin Steele remains on track to make his Opening Day start this Thursday against the Rangers. The southpaw suffered a knee contusion Friday after being hit by a line drive in a Cactus League contest versus the Giants. By Saturday, Steele said that it was bruised and sore, but that's it. […]

Austin Hays Day-To-Day After Being Hit By Pitch

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Austin Hays was hit by a pitch in Saturday's 3-2 Grapefruit League win over the Blue Jays. Orioles manager Brandon Hyde said that Hays is fine and is considered day-to-day. If Hays is able to go on Sunday, Hyde stated that he'd try to get him in the lineup, otherwise Hays would […]