Opening Day Articles - Page 2

The New York Mets are bringing starting pitcher Clay Holmes back from the World Baseball Classic as the club prioritizes his preparation ahead of the upcoming season. With MLB Opening Day less than two weeks away, the Mets opted to have Holmes resume his regular spring training buildup rather than continue pitching for Team USA […]

Trevor Rogers is not hiding from the Baltimore Orioles’ disappointing 2025 season. Instead, the left-handed starter believes the frustration may have been precisely what the club needed. Rogers spoke candidly during spring training on Tuesday about the lessons learned from a campaign that ended with the club finishing last in the American League East. The […]

Jackson Holliday suffered a broken hamate bone in his right hand early in spring training. His status for Opening Day has remained up in the air, as the Baltimore Orioles’ second baseman hasn’t officially been ruled out to begin the regular season. However, Holliday recently opened up about his chances to be ready to play […]

After missing out on the playoffs in 2025, the Houston Astros were looking to rebound in 2026. Part of returning to the playoffs will be the pitching performance of closer Josh Hader. Hader is dealing with an injury, though. Now, it is being reported that Hader will begin the season on the injured list, missing […]

Spring training always produces noise, but this March the loudest message in the St. Louis Cardinals camp so far belongs to Yohel Pozo. The 28-year-old catcher arrived in Jupiter as a potential organizational depth piece. Instead, he is performing like a player determined to force his way onto the Opening Day roster. In a camp […]

Boston Red Sox fans scanning early spring training box scores may feel uneasy seeing Sonny Gray’s first Grapefruit League outings. The numbers, at first glance, look messy. But a deeper look shows why the veteran right-hander’s start to camp is far from a reason to panic. Gray’s early appearances have looked much more like typical […]

Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss continues to address the fallout surrounding outfielder Jurickson Profar following the veteran’s suspension for violating Major League Baseball’s performance-enhancing drug policy. The situation has quickly become one of the most significant storylines surrounding the club as the organization prepares for Opening Day 2026. The news immediately placed added attention on […]

The Houston Astros reinforced their roster depth Saturday by adding another experienced option behind the plate. The club announced that veteran catcher Christian Vazquez has signed a minor league contract, giving Houston additional catching depth as the organization prepares for the 2026 MLB season. The move arrives at a key point in spring training. Houston […]

The San Diego Padres are going long in spring training, literally. On Thursday, they trounced the Seattle Mariners in a spring training game, 27-6. In the second inning, they notched 12 runs in the top of the second inning. Furthermore, the Padres put up eight home runs from eight different players, per AJ Cassavell of […]

The Philadelphia Phillies generated an early spring storyline from their bullpen anchor as star closer Jhoan Duran made his first appearance in spring training 2026. The outing provided both an update on Duran’s velocity and a lighthearted moment that quickly gained traction across social media. Duran appeared in the Phillies’ spring training matchup vs. Team […]

The Tampa Bay Rays received encouraging news regarding one of their key offseason additions as spring training continues. Second baseman Gavin Lux appears to be trending toward game action after several productive days of increased activity at camp. Lux enters spring training as the Rays’ projected everyday second baseman for the 2026 season. The former […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are viewed as the top dog in MLB right now, as the team is aiming for a third straight World Series win. With one of the most stacked rosters in the league, it sounds like an under-the-radar type of player has a fair shot at making the final roster on Opening […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers head into camp with championship expectations, yet trade rumors continue to surface as the opening day roster comes into focus. One name that deserves serious discussion is Kyle Hurt. For the Dodgers, moving Hurt before Opening Day could be a proactive decision rooted in timing and risk management. Hurt’s raw ability […]

Veteran leadership shapes Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran’s renewed focus as he enters the 2026 MLB season. As the club continues preparations during spring training, Duran credits teammate Trevor Story for helping instill the throwback mindset he plans to carry into the upcoming campaign. The Red Sox expect Duran to play a significant role […]

Atlanta Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar will miss the entire 2026 season after Major League Baseball confirmed a second violation of the league’s drug policy. The Braves now face a significant roster challenge following Profar’s suspension tied to a positive test for exogenous testosterone. Atlanta entered the season expecting Profar to provide veteran production in the […]

Cleveland Guardians manager Stephen Vogt believes the team’s momentum from last season could carry directly into 2026. As the Guardians continue preparations during MLB spring training, Vogt pointed to the club’s late-season surge as a major reason for optimism entering the new campaign. The Guardians remain one of the American League’s most intriguing teams after […]

The New York Mets received a hopeful Francisco Lindor injury update during Spring Training, strengthening belief in his Opening Day return. The 5x All-Star played catch and now aims to take batting practice next. That step matters. The Mets need their star shortstop ready as Opening Day is closing in. Spring Training already tested the […]

Toronto Blue Jays fans will be watching closely when Max Scherzer takes the mound to open the 2026 season. The veteran right-hander sits just 11 strikeouts shy of 3,500 for his career, placing him on the brink of one of the rarest milestones in MLB history. Scherzer enters the year with 3,489 career strikeouts. Only […]

Corbin Carroll has not played a single spring training game after suffering a broken hamate bone in his right hand. While the injury is preventing him from also playing in the World Baseball Classic, many still have hope that he could be ready to go by Opening Day. Manager Torey Lovullo finally weighs in on […]

The Boston Red Sox are seeing early signs of offensive momentum in spring training, and Jarren Duran has emerged at the center of it. As camp continues in Fort Myers, the outfielder’s recent power display has fueled a noticeable Grapefruit League surge. Boston entered spring training seeking rhythm and consistency, and Duran has delivered both […]

Blake Snell is said to be dealing with a lingering shoulder injury, with spring training underway. While many are hoping he’ll be ready to go by Opening Day, it sounds like Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts doesn’t believe that will be the case. Roberts claimed there is little to no chance that the 33-year-old […]

The New York Mets believe Freddy Peralta is the missing link to a deep postseason run in 2026, and they are reaffirming their confidence by naming him the starting pitcher for their Opening Day game against the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates. Nolan McLean had a compelling case after recording a magnificent 2.06 ERA and 57 strikeouts […]

With the Los Angeles Dodgers in the midst of spring training to prepare for the upcoming 2026 season, there is one player who might not be ready to go on Opening Day. As there has been uncertainty around Dodgers star pitcher Blake Snell and shoulder injury, the latest from manager Dave Roberts only doubles down […]

The New York Mets acquired Freddy Peralta to address what was arguably the biggest reason they were sitting at home during the 2025 playoffs. Therefore, the following news should come as no surprise. The veteran right-handed starting pitcher will take the mound for his new team on Opening Day, per MLB.com’s Anthony DiComo. Peralta will […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers appear closer to finalizing their 2026 Opening Day lineup after manager Dave Roberts clarified roles for Kyle Tucker and Freddie Freeman. Following an offseason spent reshaping the offense, Roberts has outlined how he envisions the top of the batting order with the Dodgers’ first game of the 2026 season less than […]

The Minnesota Twins are once again facing injury questions surrounding slugger Royce Lewis as the club prepares for Opening Day 2026 and spring training unfolds in Florida under growing expectations. Team officials described the move as precautionary, but any physical concern involving Lewis immediately draws heightened scrutiny across the organization due to his injury history. […]

Things are picking up for right-handed pitcher Cam Schlittler. The New York Yankees and their fans have heaped praise on Schlittler for working his way back into the rotation. This was after he was benched for two weeks due to back inflammation. On Thursday, manager Aaron Boone provided a status report on Schlitter, per Greg […]

The Chicago Cubs opened spring training with a significant roster development, as manager Craig Counsell confirmed that recent offseason acquisition and first baseman Tyler Austin will miss months following right knee surgery. The setback removes a projected Opening Day bench option and alters the club’s early roster outlook. Austin, 34, signed a one-year, $1.25 million […]

While the Boston Red Sox are preparing for the 2026 season, a breakout star from the 2025 campaign is dealing with an injury. On Wednesday, that individual made a confession about his chances of playing on Opening Day. Romy Gonzalez claims that he is not expecting to be available for the Red Sox come Opening […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates may be watching a teenager swing his way onto the Opening Day roster—and into a historic comparison. At just 19, Konnor Griffin is turning Grapefruit League at-bats into a real-time referendum on how aggressive the organization is willing to be with its top prospect. The 6-foot-4 shortstop, the No. 1 prospect in […]

Expectations are for Marcelo Mayer to make the Opening Day roster with the Boston Red Sox. At least, that’s what many believed, considering he has a strong chance of playing second base for the club. Manager Alex Cora seems to be humming a different tune, though, as he revealed what it’s going to take for […]

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 […]

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 Arizona Diamondbacks wasted little time defining their 2026 outlook. Just four days into Spring Training, manager Torey Lovullo confirmed his Opening Day starter—and it will not be Zac Gallen. Instead, Merrill Kelly will take the ball when Arizona opens the season against the Los Angeles Dodgers on March 26, setting an early tone for […]

The New York Mets opened Spring Training with unexpected uncertainty after Francisco Lindor’s injury disrupted early preparations. Marcus Semien addressed the setback Saturday as workouts began in Port St. Lucie. Semien, the Mets’ second baseman acquired in November, acknowledged the disappointing timing. Lindor is recovering from surgery on Wednesday to address a stress reaction in […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are facing early turbulence in spring training after a Shane Bieber injury update reshaped expectations for the starting rotation. The club is now preparing for a potential Opening Day injured list decision involving the veteran right-hander following reports of forearm fatigue earlier this week. Bieber exercised his $16 million player option […]

Baseball season is right around the corner. The San Francisco Giants will begin the 2026 season hosting the New York Yankees on Wednesday, March 25. The game will be showcased on Netflix at 5:05 pm PT. Then, Opening Day is the day after, with 11 games being played. According to The Athletic, Netflix is trying […]

As Spring Training opens in Florida, the Boston Red Sox quickly established the tone for their 2026 season. What began as a routine media session at JetBlue Park soon produced the defining moment of the Red Sox’s first day of camp. Baseball Isn’t Boring’s Rob Bradford captured the reveal on X (formerly known as Twitter), […]

As Spring Training ramps up in Florida, the Toronto Blue Jays confirmed an early adjustment to their pitching plans. Right-hander Shane Bieber will not be ready for Opening Day as the club takes a cautious approach with one of its most important arms. Sportsnet’s Ben Nicholson-Smith shared the update on X (formerly known as Twitter) […]