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When the Cleveland Guardians find success in 2026, it’s likely that outfielder Steven Kwan has something to do with it. As Kwan prepares for the season in spring training, he is taking on a more versatile approach. The four-time Gold Glover is expected to spend some time in centerfield, via Zack Meisel of The Athletic. […]

Despite the drama throughout the offseason, Bryce Harper is gearing up to play for the Philadelphia Phillies in 2026. With spring training about to begin, Harper explains how the cleanup spot in the lineup needs to perform better this year. He also goes into depth about how the No. 4 spot in the lineup is […]

The Baltimore Orioles were viewed as potential World Series contenders going into last season. The team had seen monumental growth in back-to-back seasons in 2022 and 2023. After a well-executed rebuild, the Orioles went from 52 wins to 83 wins in 2022, which was followed by another leap up to 101 wins and an ALDS […]

The Chicago Cubs have now gone 10 seasons since their historic World Series victory in the 2016 World Series. That seven-game triumph over the Cleveland Indians (now Guardians) represented a catharsis for both the franchise and their long-suffering fans. The Cubs had gone 108 years between World Series titles and it took a remarkable rally […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers were busy once again in MLB free agency this past offseason. They gave their bullpen a massive boost by signing closer Edwin Diaz. Later in free agency, the Dodgers landed outfielder Kyle Tucker. The Dodgers have not been shy about spending big in recent offseasons, so the signings did not surprise […]

The New York Yankees are headed into another season with World Series aspirations during Aaron Judge’s prime. Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr is a part of the core, and he certainly does not lack confidence. Chisholm says he will be the second player to hit 50 homers and steal 50 bases, behind Shohei Ohtani. […]

Baltimore Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg is dealing with an injury. As a result, he is currently not participating in spring training activities. Andy Kostka of The Baltimore Banner provided the latest report on the situation. “Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg is unable to participate currently, manager Craig Albernaz said. He declined to say whether it’s Westburg’s […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers signed Kyle Tucker this past offseason, adding yet another superstar to their already talented squad. Tucker recently shared his thoughts on LA’s roster, via MLB Network Radio. “It’s been awesome. This group of guys… obviously very talented,” Tucker said. “It’s been cool to kind of watch from afar, but being in […]

Texas Rangers outfielder Evan Carter looked like MLB’s next superstar in the 2023 postseason. After playing only 23 regular season games, Carter made the playoff roster and slashed .300/.417/.500 across 17 postseason contests en route to helping Texas win the World Series. Injuries have limited him since, however, as Carter has yet to play in […]

The San Francisco Giants enter Spring Training 2026 facing rotation questions that could define their season. Camp in Scottsdale will reveal how stable the staff truly is, and no player carries more uncertainty than Hayden Birdsong. For the Giants, Birdsong represents both upside and risk, making him the player with the most to prove as […]

In an unfortunate development for Arizona Diamondbacks star Corbin Carroll, he broke his right hand while taking a swing during batting practice, requiring surgery which would keep him out of action for a considerable period of time. The good news is that Carroll could conceivably return to the Diamondbacks lineup on or before Opening Day. […]

The Atlanta Braves enter the 2026 season with a clear objective. Reclaim their place in National League contention and make a serious run come October. What unfolds during Braves spring training in North Port, Florida, will shape how realistic that ambition becomes, and no storyline carries more weight than Spencer Strider’s effort to return to […]

The St. Louis Cardinals have decided to fully lean into a youth movement, shipping out beloved veterans such as Sonny Gray and Nolan Arenado to try and hand over the keys to the franchise to their young players, most notably burgeoning young shortstop Masyn Winn. However, the Cardinals may have to go through some arduous […]

The Houston Astros are not waiting for MLB’s Automated Ball-Strike system to catch them off guard. Instead, the team initiated a two-day intensive training session at CACTI Park to get ready for the ABS challenge system before its official 2026 implementation. Under the new format, teams will receive two challenges per game and retain them […]

Pitcher Aaron Nola expressed his belief that the Philadelphia Phillies can return to the World Series as they enter 2026 with unfinished business. The mindset that fueled the club’s 2022 pennant run remains intact, and Nola reinforced that confidence as spring training unfolds in Clearwater. Now in the third season of his long-term contract, the […]

The Seattle Mariners addressed catcher depth on Wednesday by bringing back a familiar face ahead of spring training. The Mariners agreed to a minor league deal with veteran catcher Mitch Garver, adding competition behind Cal Raleigh as camp opens in Peoria. Garver, 35, spent the previous two seasons with the Mariners after signing a two-year […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to begin spring training and prepare for the 2026 season. While the club focuses on potentially winning its third straight World Series, it sounds like manager Dave Roberts expects a big year out of Mookie Betts. While talking with media members on Wednesday, Roberts claimed that he believes Betts […]

With Tony Clark out as the executive director of the MLBPA, the organization needed to find his replacement. Just days before the start of spring training, it appears the new leading the way is Bruce Meyer. Meyer was unanimously voted to become the interim executive director, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. After already being […]

The Philadelphia Phillies once again found Bryce Harper at the center of a national conversation. During an appearance on the Bussin’ With The Boys podcast, the Phillies superstar expressed his belief that baseball is unique in its difficulty. The “hardest sport” conversation surfaced when host Will Compton asked which professional league features the best athletes. […]

Hype is brewing around Philadelphia Phillies prospect Andrew Painter, who is expected to make his MLB debut this season. With spring training just days away, Rob Thompson shared some exciting words about the starting pitcher. While talking with Devan Kaney of SportsRadio 94WIP, Thompson was asked about Painter’s demeanor on the mound. The 62-year-old manager […]

Tobias Myers is starting a new chapter in his journey in the big leagues, while the New York Mets continue to figure out where to position him on the pitching staff. What appears to be certain is that he will be on the team’s Opening Day roster, as noted by Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. “Tobias […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers will begin Opening Day 2026 without one of their most electric bullpen arms. The Dodgers confirmed that reliever Brusdar Graterol will not be ready to start the season as he continues recovery from right shoulder labrum surgery that sidelined him for all of 2025. Graterol underwent surgery in November 2024 following […]

The San Diego Padres hired Craig Stammen to be their new manager this past offseason. The Padres also recently agreed to a contract extension with president of baseball operations AJ Preller. San Diego’s leadership is set for years to come. However, in baseball, former relief pitchers don’t often become managers. So why did Stammen — […]

The New York Mets are attempting to get back in the battle for National League superiority. Like everyone else in the Senior Circuit, they have seen the Los Angeles Dodgers dominate for years. However, that does not jibe with owner Steve Cohen’s personality or pocketbook. The Mets have made multiple changes as they prepare for […]

The Cleveland Guardians have one of the best prospects in baseball in infielder Travis Bazzana. Bazzana — the 2024 No. 1 overall pick — is MLB’s No. 20 overall prospect. His MLB ETA is set for 2026, but the Guardians are hesitant to place any “timetables” on prospect’s potential MLB debuts. Bazzana — who is […]

MLB is going back to the 2023 jersey template, and the Boston Red Sox caught some heat after revealing what their uniforms would look like for the 2026 campaign. After seeing the reactions, the franchise cleared the air about what led to them finalizing their uniforms for next season. The Red Sox posted on social […]

The New York Yankees are not giving up on shortstop Anthony Volpe. However, the team is reportedly planning to have third baseman Ryan McMahon play shortstop at times in spring training in an effort to see if he could be a backup candidate at the position, according to Greg Joyce of New York Post Sports. […]

The Cleveland Guardians lost their superstar closer Emmanuel Clase in one of the most unexpected ways: an alleged betting scandal. And Clase’s teammates apparently were none too pleased to hear about it. When speaking on the impact of the scandal, which ensnared not only Clase but also starting pitcher Luis Ortiz, Guardians general manager Mike […]

The San Diego Padres added former Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos in free agency last week to be a big part of the 2026 lineup. The Padres needed another strong bat, and they landed one right after he was released by the Phillies. It did not take long for him to sign. Castellanos will not […]

Fans eagerly await season three of Shohei Ohtani in a Los Angeles Dodgers uniform. Ohtani has become everything L.A. envisioned when the Dodgers signed him for $700 million in Dec. 2023. He’s such a big draw for the MLB that even Dodgers fans have traveled to Arizona to watch him in Cactus League action. But […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are adding help to their clubhouse, claiming infielder Ben Cowles off waivers from the Chicago Cubs. In a corresponding move, they placed Bowden Francis on the 60-day injured list to open a spot. Cowles has yet to make his major league debut, as he was kept in the minors on an […]

Jackson Holliday suffered a broken hamate bone injury in his right hand. He is expected to miss all of spring training and Opening Day for the Baltimore Orioles. However, Holliday received a crucial update that will likely excite the fanbase. Reports indicate that the 22-year-old second baseman will get the stitches removed from his right […]

The San Diego Padres and Minnesota Twins have a great opportunity to get what both teams need by agreeing to a blockbuster trade ahead of the 2026 MLB season. The Twins are going to lose Pablo Lopez for the entire season, and the direction of the team does not seem to be moving upward. The […]

Last season, the Los Angeles Angels moved Mike Trout to right field, and it doesn’t seem like he was very comfortable at the position. He did spend most of his time as the designated hitter because of his knee injury, and the numbers showed it after he had a .797 OPS, which was the worst […]

With the Cincinnati Reds preparing in spring training for the upcoming 2026 season, there is some hype building for the team, especially regarding their starting pitching rotation. As the Reds’ rotation is led by pitcher Hunter Greene, the deep lineup gets huge praise from a former player turned analyst. Jim Duquette would speak on MLB […]

Spencer Strider is coming off a forgettable 2025 season, as he hopes to put it behind him with a strong performance in 2026. However, some Atlanta Braves fans became concerned, as they noticed the radar gun was turned off while Strider was throwing a live batting practice. The organization issued a statement about the radar […]

As the New York Mets are preparing in spring training for the 2026 season, there is no doubt high expectations for the team after a disappointing 2025, where the ball club missed the playoffs. While the Mets went through a roster overhaul, losing players like Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz, this MLB insider has a […]

The Philadelphia Phillies are expected to have top prospect Andrew Painter in the starting rotation. He has the potential of becoming a premier starter for the club, and it sounds like JT Realmuto is believing in the hype. Realmuto, who is 34 years old, shared a scouting report about Painter after catching for him in […]

As rumors have surrounded Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal, the conversation has gone back and forth about whether there is a chance that the star is traded sometime this season. While the Tigers pitcher in Skubal won arbitration, as he’s set to make $32 million in 2026, some have thought a trade from the team […]