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Free-agent right-handed reliever Joe Kelly (shoulder), who suffered a shoulder injury last September while with the Los Angeles Dodgers that forced him to miss the team's World Series run, acknowledged that he might retire. The 36-year-old remains open to pitching this year and continues to progress through a throwing program, but he's uncertain if he'll […]
Washington Nationals right-hander Jarlin Susana hit 100 mph during his first bullpen session of the spring and was throwing more gas during live batting practice session at camp on Thursday. In addition to a triple-digit heater, Susana showed his slider, which made first baseman James Wood look foolish. "I'd rather face Jose A. Ferrer 100 […]
MASN's Mark Zuckerman writes that Washington Nationals second baseman Luis Garcia Jr. is firmly entrenched as the everyday second baseman for the team going into the 2025 season after he was seemingly on the hot seat every day during spring training a year ago because of his defensive struggles. "Luis is in a different place," […]
NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reports that seven-time All-Pro offensive guard Zack Martin has informed the Dallas Cowboys that he plans to retire, according to sources. Martin is one of the greatest linemen of his era and will surely get into the Hall of Fame down the road. The 34-year-old stepping away and hanging up his […]
According to Pat Ragazzo of Sports Illustrated, left-handed pitcher Jose Quintana and the New York Mets have been talking and shown mutual interest in a reunion. Earlier this week, right-handed pitcher Franke Montas (lat) was shut down from throwing. Montas is not expected to begin throwing in at least four weeks. As a result, Quintana […]
The Miami Marlins have claimed right-handed pitcher Seth Martinez off waivers. The Marlins opened a spot on the 40-man roster for Martinez by placing starting pitcher Eury Perez (elbow) on the 60-day injured list. Martinez was designated for assignment by the Arizona Diamondbacks earlier this week. Martinez has spent his entire MLB career with the […]
Left-handed pitcher Andrew Heaney signed a one-year contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates worth $5 million. Heaney spent the 2024 campaign with the Texas Rangers. The southpaw logged 160 innings and held a 4.28 ERA and a 1.25 WHIP. He tallied 159 punchouts. He also showed solid command as he allowed walks at a 5.9 percent […]
Left-handed pitcher Ryan Yarbrough signed a minor-league contract with the Toronto Blue Jays. Yarbrough will also be invited to spring training. Yarbrough spent time with the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Blue Jays during the 2024 campaign. With the Dodgers, Yarbrough posted a 3.74 ERA and a 1.14 WHIP across 67 1/3 innings. However, the […]
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Bobby Miller (concussion) is in concussion protocol. The right-hander was struck by a comebacker during their first Cactus League contest on Thursday afternoon. The 25-year-old was eventually able to walk off on his own power. Manager Dave Roberts said it was a "scary moment" and that he does not know […]
Cincinnati Reds third baseman Noelvi Marte had a disappointing 2024, starting with an 80-game suspension for PEDs to begin the year. After returning, he slashed just .210/.248/.301 with four home runs, 18 RBI, 24 runs, and nine stolen bases in 66 games. The former top prospect looked completely lost at the plate, striking out 31% […]
Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Reid Detmers showed moments of greatness in 2024 but ultimately struggled over the long run. He delivered an excellent 27.9% strikeout rate but ended up posting a 6.70 ERA and 1.56 WHIP over his 17 starts in the majors. Despite having three double-digit strikeout performances, he also had six starts […]
Milwaukee Brewers third baseman Joey Ortiz, who will be moving to shortstop this season, had a solid rookie year in 2024. He slashed .239/.329/.398 with 11 home runs, 60 RBI, 58 runs, and 11 stolen bases in 142 games. Although he doesn't have exceptional power and speed, he has a good walk rate of 11% […]
New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (oblique) performed as expected in 2024, slashing .233/.298/.475 with 27 home runs, 72 RBI, and 49 runs in 114 games. He remains one of the elite power hitters in the game, with an average exit velocity, barrel rate, and hard-hit rate, all ranking in the 99th percentile. Staying […]
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jo Adell (oblique) finally spent a full year in the majors, slashing .207/.280/.402 with 20 home runs, 62 RBI, 54 runs, and 15 stolen bases in 130 games in 2024. The 25-year-old suffered an oblique strain in September but is fully recovered heading into spring training. His exceptional raw power and […]
The Washington Post's Spencer Nusbaum reports that Washington Nationals infielder Juan Yepez has been seeing most of his work at spring training at third base. The 27-year-old Venezuelan could be competing for a regular role at the hot corner for the Nats to open the 2025 regular season, although the last time he played at […]
