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#gavin-stone
LA Dodgers
fromDodgers Nation
9 hours agoDodgers' Gavin Stone Suffers Setback After Recovery From 500-Day Injury
Gavin Stone experienced shoulder soreness after his spring training debut, halting his throwing and likely ruling him out for opening day after nearly two years of recovery from shoulder surgery.
Major League Baseball
fromMLB Trade Rumors
23 hours agoMLB Announces Spring Breakout Tournament To Begin In 2027
MLB will convert Spring Breakout from exhibition games into single-elimination tournaments in 2027 and 2028, crowning separate Grapefruit and Cactus League champions while maintaining exhibition format in 2026.
San Francisco Giants
fromThe Mercury News
5 hours agoSF Giants observations: Who's trending up, down through 10 Cactus League games?
After 10 Cactus League games, Blade Tidwell is trending up as a potential Opening Day roster candidate, while Hayden Birdsong is struggling early in spring training competition.
Major League Baseball
fromLos Angeles Times
6 hours ago'That's what I expect.' Dodgers' Mookie Betts seeks to regain his All-Star form
Mookie Betts experienced career lows in 2024 after consecutive All-Star and MVP consideration seasons, but believes improved health and refined approach will restore his elite performance.
LA Dodgers
fromDodgers Nation
6 hours agoDodgers' Roki Sasaki Looking for Bounce-Back Second Spring Training Start After Rough Debut
Roki Sasaki makes his second Spring Training start against Cleveland after a poor debut, needing to improve pitch mixing and fastball command while adjusting to MLB competition.
Chicago Cubs
fromBleacher Nation
9 hours agoMore on Ben Brown's Explosive New Sinker, and the Thing About Adding a New Pitch - Bleacher Nation
Ben Brown successfully introduced a 97-98 mph sinker in Spring Training that demonstrates promising effectiveness with high whiff rates and confident strike-zone execution against live batters.
#atlanta-braves
Atlanta Braves
fromBattery Power
10 hours agoSpring Training game thread March 2: Braves at Tigers
Braves spring training game features pitcher Bryce Elder competing for a rotation spot and prospect John Gil leading off after hitting two home runs this spring.
fromBattery Power
3 days agoAtlanta Braves
Ronald Acuna Jr. hits grand slam as Braves' offense looks hopeful in win against Red Sox
The Atlanta Braves' offense demonstrates strong performance in Spring Training with key players like Ronald Acuña Jr. and Mike Yastremski delivering multiple hits and home runs against Boston.
#pitching-performance
Washington Nationals
fromTalkNats.com
12 hours agoMixed Weekend: Nats go 1-1-1 on the weekend in spring action: A Recap | TalkNats.com
The Nationals' pitching staff showed encouraging signs during a 1-1-1 Grapefruit League weekend, with Jake Irvin delivering an impressive performance and the bullpen demonstrating strength across multiple arms.
#josiah-gray
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fromBlueJaysNation
12 hours agoMax Scherzer officially arrives at Blue Jays' camp, could start Saturday versus Phillies
Max Scherzer joined the Toronto Blue Jays on a one-year, $3 million contract with innings-based incentives and began spring training, with a potential Grapefruit League debut against Philadelphia on Saturday.
#baseball-prospects
Toronto
fromJays Journal
13 hours agoThis Blue Jays prospect that no one is talking about is racking up hits this spring
Rafael Lantigua, an overlooked Blue Jays prospect, leads the team in Spring Training hits with a .500 batting average and 1.100 OPS while demonstrating versatility across infield and outfield positions.
Toronto
fromJays Journal
13 hours agoThis Blue Jays prospect that no one is talking about is racking up hits this spring
Rafael Lantigua, an overlooked Blue Jays prospect, leads the team in Spring Training hits with a .500 batting average and 1.100 OPS while demonstrating versatility across infield and outfield positions.
Atlanta Braves
fromBattery Power
15 hours agoAtlanta Braves News: Austin Riley, J.R. Ritchie, More
The Braves offense is performing exceptionally well in Spring Training with power production from both newcomers and established players, particularly Austin Riley who appears to be returning to his peak form.
LA Dodgers
fromDodgers Digest
15 hours agoKim & Espinal changes paying off, as Dodger rotation candidates, OF prospect quartet, and a pair of relief dark horses impress in games - Dodgers Digest
Roki Sasaki develops a third pitch while competing for a rotation spot, while Hyeseong Kim and Santiago Espinal lead early Spring Training performances with improved mechanics and strong offensive numbers.
Boston Red Sox
fromOver the Monster
15 hours agoRed Sox prospect Franklin Arias is set for huge chance to prove himself this spring
Franklin Arias, Boston's top infield prospect, has an opportunity to showcase his abilities during Spring Training while notable Red Sox players compete in the World Baseball Classic.
Toronto
fromJays Journal
17 hours ago5 Blue Jays who impressed in the first week of spring, and 5 who disappointed
Toronto Blue Jays players showed promising early performances in the first week of Spring Training, with standouts like Daulton Varsho, Charles McAdoo, and Josh Kasevich demonstrating improved offensive and defensive capabilities.
Major League Baseball
fromMLB Trade Rumors
1 day agoLatest On Merrill Kelly, Corbin Carroll
Merrill Kelly received a cortisone injection for intercostal nerve irritation and may pitch in Arizona's second series, while Corbin Carroll recovers from hamate bone surgery with potential Opening Day availability.
#world-baseball-classic
San Francisco Giants
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day agoSF Giants' Webb sharp in final spring outing before joining Team USA for World Baseball Classic
Logan Webb pitched his final spring training game for the Giants before joining Team USA for the World Baseball Classic, allowing one run over three innings with three strikeouts.
San Francisco Giants
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day agoSF Giants' Webb sharp in final spring outing before joining Team USA for World Baseball Classic
Logan Webb pitched his final spring training game for the Giants before joining Team USA for the World Baseball Classic, allowing one run over three innings with three strikeouts.
Atlanta Braves
fromBattery Power
1 day agoAtlanta Braves 2026 Opening Day roster projection, March 1 edition
The Atlanta Braves' 2026 Opening Day roster projection has been updated from the initial Spring Training assessment, with Kyle Farmer replacing Sandy León as a versatile utility player and third catcher option.
Miscellaneous
fromJays Journal
1 day agoBlue Jays fans get a taste of roller coaster Cease experience in first spring outing
Dylan Cease's first spring outing for the Toronto Blue Jays demonstrated both his elite strikeout ability and control issues that prompted criticism of his $210 million contract.
#toronto-blue-jays
Toronto
fromJays Journal
1 day agoEx-Blue Jay Turner playfully takes credit for Toronto prospect's highlight reel catch
Toronto Blue Jays prospect RJ Schreck made an exceptional diving catch in Spring Training that drew playful credit from former Blue Jay Justin Turner, the player traded for Schreck in 2024.
Toronto
fromJays Journal
2 days agoLauer's shot at a role in the Blue Jays' rotation takes a hit after latest outing
Eric Lauer's poor Spring Training performance against Tampa Bay, allowing three runs in 1.2 innings, jeopardizes his chances of securing a starting rotation spot with the Toronto Blue Jays for Opening Day.
Toronto
fromJays Journal
1 day agoBerrios takes step in the right direction with nearly flawless outing against Yankees
José Berrios demonstrates strong recovery from injury with a dominant scoreless performance against the Yankees, showing restored velocity and potential to reclaim his starting rotation spot.
Miscellaneous
fromJays Journal
3 days agoExplaining Kazuma Okamoto's new celebration as Blue Jays' spring surge continues
Kazuma Okamoto is building a strong fanbase with the Toronto Blue Jays through impressive spring training performances and a culturally significant celebration based on Japanese sesame grinding tradition.
fromJays Journal
3 days agoLatest spring training assessment deals brutal blow to Alek Manoah's comeback bid
While his peripheral stuff looked fine in his first outing, the underlying metrics show there wasn't a lot of meat on the bone. In fact, his stuff ranked among the worst in Spring Training so far.
Miscellaneous
fromJays Journal
2 days agoBlue Jays manager will let things "play out" before determining the five-man rotation
Camp is so long, and there's always a hiccup here or there. We want to get them regular work, and we know that from last year, if it's not in the rotation, it's gonna be in a pretty prominent role in the bullpen for some guys. That's what happens when you have a good team.
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Washington Nationals
fromTalkNats.com
5 days agoSave Some For The Regular Season, Boys! Nats win again, remain undefeated in Spring Training | TalkNats.com
The Nationals won their fourth spring training game with a five-run eighth-inning rally, demonstrating early success under new management with a young roster learning to win consistently.
Washington Nationals
fromTalkNats.com
6 days agoSpring Training Game 4: Nats Squeak Out a Tie With Phillies: A Recap | TalkNats.com
The Washington Nationals remained undefeated in spring training by tying 5-5 against an opponent, with both managers agreeing to end the game rather than play extra innings.
New York Yankees
fromTalkNats.com
5 days agoSpring Training Game #6 Nats travel to the Gulf Coast to face the Yankees | TalkNats.com
The Washington Nationals travel to Tampa to face the New York Yankees in a televised spring training game, with Andrew Alvarez starting and subsequent games scheduled against the Phillies and Astros.
Washington Nationals
fromTalkNats.com
4 days agoSpring Training Game #7 Nats are in Clearwater | TalkNats.com
The Nationals' current rebuild has underperformed compared to their successful 2006-2010 rebuild, with fewer drafted prospects developing into All-Stars despite initial optimism about their prospect pool.
Washington Nationals
fromTalkNats.com
2 days agoSpring Training Game #9 Nats are in Port St. Lucie | TalkNats.com
Washington Nationals spring training emphasizes player development and evaluation across multiple positions, particularly with extensive catcher rotation and young prospects gaining experience in early-season games.
fromCubsinsider
2 days agoChicago Cubs Score and Recap (2/28/26): Cubs 6, Dodgers 2 - Pitching Depth Displayed in Victory -
Saturday was another great example of the starting pitching depth the Cubs have available this season. They have 10 legitimate options for the rotation, including the three that were used in this one. It should be a major asset for manager Craig Counsell.
Chicago Cubs
fromNewsday
2 days agoMets' Brett Baty has steady spring training debut at first base
There are just some things that you never see in practice until you go out there and do it in a game. I was talking to [bench coach] Kai [Correa] and Mendy [Carlos Mendoza] about some of the plays out there [where] I felt I wanted to go get the ball. That's just how I've always been. At third base, you go get the ball - every ball that you can go get.
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Atlanta Braves
fromBattery Power
2 days agoSpencer Strider makes productive spring training debut in Braves win over Orioles
Spencer Strider pitched two innings in his spring training debut, allowing one run on two hits with two strikeouts while displaying confidence about his performance and dismissing speculation about radar gun measurements.
Chicago Cubs
fromBleacher Nation
2 days agoCubs vs Dodgers (2:05 CT) - Lineups, Broadcast Info, Game Thread - Bleacher Nation
The Cubs are fielding a spring training lineup of bench players, prospects, and roster hopefuls rather than Opening Day starters, with notable opportunities for Matt Shaw and Kevin Alcantara to compete for roster spots.
Chicago Cubs
fromCubsinsider
2 days agoChicago Cubs Lineup (2/28/26): Shaw at 3B, Alcantara DH, Rea Starting Final February Game -
Colin Rea enters spring training for his second appearance, positioned for a swing role with potential expansion if injuries occur, coming off his best MLB season at age 34.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
2 days agoDodgers Injury Update: Brusdar Graterol 'In A Holding Pattern' Due To Lack Of Progress
The Los Angeles Dodgers are cautiously managing Brusdar Graterol's return from right labrum surgery, keeping him in a holding pattern with limited throwing activity and expecting him to miss Opening Day.
New York Yankees
fromNewsday
3 days agoDavid Lennon: Yankees' Spencer Jones, George Lombard Jr. put on a show
Yankees prospect Spencer Jones demonstrates elite power potential with a 427-foot home run, showcasing the organization's promising future despite being blocked from immediate major league opportunities.
LA Dodgers
fromDodgers Nation
3 days agoDodgers' Under-the-Radar Addition Could Crack Opening Day Roster
Santiago Espinal signed a minor league contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers and impressed during Spring Training, earning consideration for a roster spot as a versatile infielder and platoon third baseman.
fromBoston.com
3 days agoRed Sox' Roman Anthony and Ceddanne Rafaela say they're fine after outfield collision
We both called it and I thought I got it and he thought he got it. It was a misunderstanding. I was just hoping he was OK, I was more worried about him than I was about me. I saw him in some pain and I don't like seeing my teammates in those types of situations.
Boston Red Sox
fromOver the Monster
3 days agoRed Sox Spring Training Game Thread: Marcelo Mayer takes the field
The wrist surgery he underwent last August was said to necessitate only a three-month recovery and Mayer arrived at Fort Myers claiming he was fully healed and ready to go. But then the Red Sox deliberately slow-walked his hitting program, while Alex Cora made a point to say that he hadn't earned his position on the big league team yet.
Boston Red Sox
Major League Baseball
fromMLB Trade Rumors
3 days agoThe Opener: Lewis, Hoglund, Team Debuts
Three MLB storylines emerging in spring training: Twins third baseman Royce Lewis sidelined with side tightness, A's pitcher Gunnar Hoglund undergoing knee testing, and offseason acquisitions making team debuts.
fromESPN.com
4 days agoMeet Pirates' Konnor Griffin, MLB's next teenage superstar
Since opening in 2022, Maven has assessed thousands of baseball players with force plates that use sensors to measure the amount of energy being transferred into the ground during a swing. Griffin was the top-ranked 16-year-old in the country, a 6-foot-4, 200-pound specimen, and the plate was no match for him. Though the plate was anchored into a portable frame that had withstood swings from perennial major league All-Stars and MVP-caliber players, the force Griffin was creating jarred it loose.
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