Junior Caminero Not Expected To Make Opening Day Roster

Tampa Bay Rays rookie infielder Junior Caminero isn't expected to make the team's Opening Day roster out of spring training. Caminero made his major-league debut in 2023 as a September call-up and went 8-for-34 (.235) with a home run and seven RBI in just seven games played. This news makes sense, considering the fact that […]

Jake Odorizzi Throwing Without Restrictions

Free-agent right-hander Jake Odorizzi (shoulder), who was an All-Star starter in 2019, is throwing without restrictions and is looking to sign a major-league deal in the coming weeks. The 33-year-old has pitched off a mound this offseason in front of evaluators from 10 to 12 big-league teams. Odorizzi had an arthroscopic debridement surgery on his […]

Brett Baty To Have "Some Level Of Competition"

New York Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns said that the team will have "some level of competition" at third base during spring training, but also that they are confident in Brett Baty. Stearns also mentioned Mark Vientos, Joey Wendle and Zack Short. Baty, 24, won't have to contend with infield prospect Ronny Mauricio […]

Cade Cavalli Not Expected To Face Hitters This Spring

Washington Nationals rookie right-hander Cade Cavalli (elbow) will be 12 full months removed from Tommy John surgery by mid-March, but the team intends to bring him along at a slower pace and he's not expected to face hitters or pitch in spring training games. The 25-year-old was ticketed for the 2023 Opening Day starting rotation […]

Blake Treinen Expects To Have "Normal" Spring Training

Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed reliever Blake Treinen (shoulder), who has been limited to just five appearances in the last two years due to shoulder issues, said he expects to have a "normal" spring training. General manager Brandon Gomes said earlier this month that Treinen is trending toward a return this year, so as long as […]

Shohei Ohtani To Hit Third; Expects To Be Ready For Season Opener

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (elbow), who has been rehabbing from elbow surgery, said he's "very confident" that he'll be ready to serve as the team's DH when they open their season in South Korea on March 20 against the division-rival San Diego Padres. On Saturday, manager Dave Roberts said outfielder Mookie Betts […]

"Handful" Of Teams Remain Interested In Michael Lorenzen

There are reportedly still a handful of teams interested in signing free-agent pitcher Michael Lorenzen. The veteran is one of the better free-agent arms remaining on the market as he can pitch as a starter or out of the bullpen, both of which he did last season. Lorenzen posted a 3.58 ERA across 18 starts […]

Chad Wallach Signs Minors Deal With Angels

Free-agent catcher Chad Wallach has signed a minor-league deal with the Los Angeles Angels that includes an invite to big-league spring training. The 31-year-old saw the most playing time of his career with the Halos last season due to the long-term shoulder injury suffered by catcher Logan O'Hoppe. Wallach struggled at the plate, however, hitting […]

Jorge Soler Seeking Three-Year Deal In Free Agency

Free-agent outfielder/designated hitter Jorge Soler is still seeking a three-year deal in free agency. One of the top remaining bats left on the open market, Soler's potential suitors have diminished as the Blue Jays, D-backs, and Mariners have already acquired primary DH bats this offseason in Justin Turner, Joc Pederson, and Mitch Haniger, respectively. The […]

Mets Ink Ben Gamel To Minors Pact

The New York Mets have signed outfielder Ben Gamel to a minor-league deal that includes an invitation to big-league spring training. The 31-year-old was a big-league regular from 2017-2022 but got into just six games at the MLB level in the 2023 season with the San Diego Padres. The lefty-swinger hit .200 (3-for-15) with no […]

Jasson Dominguez Working Out In Outfield

New York Yankees outfield prospect Jasson Dominguez (elbow) was seen working out in the outfield on Monday at the team's minor-league complex. Dominguez had Tommy John surgery in late September and isn't expected to make his debut this year until sometime this summer, according to general manager Brian Cashman. Still, it's a good sign to […]

Garrett Crochet Could Open The Year In The Rotation

Chicago White Sox general manager Chris Getz said that starting the year with left-hander Garrett Crochet in the starting rotation is under consideration if that's what is best for him. "I anticipate him being on our major-league club, but I don't want to close the door on what's best for Garrett Crochet," Getz said. The […]

Alek Manoah Still Has Inside Track On Rotation Spot

The fifth spot in the Toronto Blue Jays' starting rotation behind Kevin Gausman, Jose Berrios, Chris Bassitt and Yusei Kikuchi will be a competition between Alek Manoah, Bowden Francis and potentially Cuban right-hander Yariel Rodriguez, but MLB's Keegan Matheson thinks that Manoah still has the inside track on the job. The 26-year-old Manoah dealt with […]

Riley Greene Feeling Good

Detroit Tigers outfielder Riley Greene (elbow) said he's feeling good after starting to swing a bat for the first time since having Tommy John surgery. "The first couple of swings I took when I started my hitting progression went really good. Didn't feel a thing. It really feels normal now," Greene said. The 23-year-old has […]

Yoshinobu Yamamoto Expected To Start In Korea Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers plan for right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto to start a game in their season-opening, two-game series against the division-rival San Diego Padres in South Korea, according to people familiar with the situation who spoke under the condition of anonymity. The 5-foot-10 Japanese pitcher with a less-than-imposing frame will be transitioning from pitching once […]

Spencer Turnbull Joins Phillies

Free-agent right-hander Spencer Turnbull signed a one-year, $2 million deal with the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday that includes $2 million in incentives. Turnbull missed all of the 2022 season due to injury and only made seven starts for the Detroit Tigers in 2023 because of another injury. The 31-year-old will head to camp with the […]

Jurickson Profar Returns To Padres

Free-agent outfielder Jurickson Profar and the San Diego Padres agreed to a one-year, $1 million deal on Monday. He can earn an extra $1.5 million in incentives in 2024 based on plate appearances. Profar was with the Padres from 2020 to 2022 before joining the Colorado Rockies as a free agent for the start of […]

Pirates, Yasmani Grandal Agree To Deal

The Pittsburgh Pirates and free-agent catcher Yasmani Grandal agreed to a one-year, $2.5 million deal on Sunday, according to a source. Grandal heads back to the National League for the 2024 season, where he should be expected to serve as Henry Davis' primary backup. The 35-year-old left-handed slugger slashed .226/.343/.375 with 44 home runs and […]

Starting Pitchers Who Changed Scenes - Projecting Fantasy Baseball Values for Tyler Glasnow, Chris Sale, Sonny Gray

We're a mere week or so away from spring training as it's the most important time of the year for fantasy baseball managers. The MLB offseason isn't exactly flight of foot, but we have still seen some big moves this winter. Numerous high-profile pitchers changed uniforms this offseason, whether it be due to trade or […]

Park Factors: Using Sabermetrics For 2024 Fantasy Baseball

If you have ever selected a streamable pitcher based on a home park or benched an otherwise must-start arm at Coors Field, you already know how much a stadium can impact a player's bottom line. Ballpark factors quantify the influence each stadium has, allowing you to make the most of your fantasy team's real-life schedule. […]

3 Starting Pitcher Busts for 2024 Fantasy Baseball Drafts - AL Edition

Sleepers and breakout candidates are popular topics as fantasy baseball managers prepare for their drafts. Hitting big on a player in the middle-to-late rounds can go a long way toward winning a title. Another key to winning a league might be avoiding players who could potentially bust. Missing on a player who is drafted inside […]

Nick Gordon Traded To The Marlins For Steven Okert

Minnesota Twins outfielder Nick Gordon has been traded to the Miami Marlins for reliever Steven Okert, according to Aaron Gleeman of The Athletic. Gordon, who just lost his arbitration hearing with the Twins, will earn $900,000 this upcoming season and is out of minor league options. He will need to earn a spot on Miami's […]

No Lingering Health Concerns for Yu Darvish, Joe Musgrove

San Diego Padres starting pitchers Yu Darvish (elbow) and Joe Musgrove (shoulder) have no lingering health concerns, according to manager Mike Shildt. The new Padres skipper shared the news with reporters on Sunday as pitchers and catchers are reporting for spring training. This is good news, as both Darvish and Musgrove dealt with season-ending injuries […]

Padres Showing Interest In Free Agent Noah Syndergaard

Free-agent starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard is garnering interest from the San Diego Padres, according to beat writer Kevin Acee. The Padres don't have much clarity or depth in their starting rotation behind incumbents Joe Musgrove and Yu Darvish, who are both coming off injuries, so targeting someone like Syndergaard makes sense. San Diego has also […]

Wandy Peralta And Luis Patino Dealing With Visa Issues

San Diego Padres relief pitchers Wandy Peralta and Luis Patino are both dealing with visa issues as pitchers and catchers are reporting for spring training. Padres manager Mike Shildt told reporters on Sunday about the visa issues for the two aforementioned arms but did not expand beyond that. It's a fairly common issue with foreign […]

Nelson Rada, Caden Dana Get Spring Training Invites

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Nelson Rada and pitcher Caden Dana are among the team's non-roster invites for major-league spring training this year. Rada, 18, was signed for $1.8 million in January of 2022 as an international free agent from Venezuela when he was just 16. The left-handed hitter slashed .276/.396/.346 with two home runs, 48 […]

Lucas Luetge Joining Red Sox

Free-agent left-hander Lucas Luetge announced on Saturday that he has signed an undisclosed deal to join the Boston Red Sox for the 2024 campaign. The 36-year-old southpaw had a rough 7.24 ERA (4.86 FIP) and 1.76 WHIP with seven walks and 14 strikeouts in just 13 2/3 relief innings for the Atlanta Braves last year. […]

Chase Hampton, Spencer Jones Invited To Spring Training

The New York Yankees have invited prospects Chase Hampton and Spencer Jones, the team's top pitching prospect and position-player prospect, respectively, to big-league spring training this year. Hampton, 22, was a sixth-round pick in 2022 and is ranked as the team's No. 4 prospect and No. 92 overall in baseball by MLB Pipeline. He went […]

Nick Gordon Loses Arbitration Case With Twins

Minnesota Twins outfielder Nick Gordon lost his salary arbitration hearing against the Twins on Saturday, according to a source, and will earn $900,000 for the 2024 season instead of the $1.25 million that he filed for. A left-tibia fracture that Gordon suffered in May of last season limited him to just 34 games in his […]

James Paxton "Has No Doubt" He'll Be Ready

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander James Paxton said he "has no doubt" that he'll be ready to go for Opening Day. The Dodgers and Paxton tweaked his one-year deal to be incentive-laden after issues came up during his physical due to ongoing knee injuries and his Tommy John history. However, the veteran southpaw thinks he'll be […]