#spring-training

#spring-training

Scoring runs at Steinbrenner Field should not be as hard as the Dodgers made it look this weekend. The spring training ballpark, which is doubling as the Tampa Bay Rays' temporary home this season after Tropicana Field was shredded in an offseason hurricane, has small Yankee Stadium-inspired dimensions that played even shorter in this weekend's sweltering Florida summer heat.

Masataka Yoshida, despite a productive two-year stint, faced uncertainty in Spring Training due to a crowded outfield and recovery from shoulder surgery, leading to limited playing opportunities.

In a captivating journey, J.C. Escarra, a promising Yankees catcher, overcame years in the minors to secure a backup position on the major league roster.

Small tweaks that ultimately helped me get in a better position to get to my strengths," he explains. "A lot of it was feel-based, like, what feel helped me do this without having to think about it too much, what allowed me to do what I'm naturally good at without having to overdo it.

Maton’s leadoff homer was a crucial moment as it not only showcased his batting potential but also sparked a turnaround in the game.

The pitching was basically just a "please let us get through this final game without any injuries." Jose Suarez made his first appearance in a Braves uniform.

The Marlins will begin the season without key players Connor Norby and Jesus Sanchez, leaving them with limited offensive options.

Tyler Glasnow demonstrated strong performance with 10 strikeouts in his last spring training game, despite the Dodgers losing to the Angels in a walk-off.

"Borucki will be one of at least three lefties in Derek Shelton's bullpen... after missing five months due to injury, he returned to post a strong spring performance."