Spring Training Articles - Page 10

Once again, the Los Angeles Dodgers find themselves at the forefront of baseball’s financial debate, yet general manager Brandon Gomes maintains that external accolades hold no significant influence. As the Dodgers prepare for the 2026 season with a payroll approaching $400 million, rival stars Manny Machado and Bryce Harper publicly applauded the organization’s aggressive spending. […]

The New York Mets added another layer to their outfield competition Monday, agreeing to a minor-league deal with veteran Mike Tauchman. The move provides the Mets with additional depth as spring training workouts continue in Port St. Lucie. Exhibition games have not yet begun—the Mets open their 2026 Grapefruit League schedule this Saturday vs. the […]

The Boston Red Sox made a subtle but strategic adjustment early in spring training workouts. Jarren Duran has been taking reps in right field, a move tied directly to the upcoming World Baseball Classic rather than any regular-season change within Boston’s projected outfield alignment. Spring Training games have not yet begun—the Red Sox open their […]

With Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees preparing in spring training for the upcoming season, there’s no denying that the talk of the offseason for the team has been the relatively quiet offseason. While the Yankees signed back Cody Bellinger in free agency, the other moves made didn’t involve big names that were out […]

In the offseason, the Miami Marlins traded Edward Cabrera for several prospects, and one of them was Owen Caissie. As Marlins’ Spring Training continues, the young prospect gave some comparisons between his time in Chicago and the new experience in Miami, according to an interview with Marlins’ beat writer Craig Mish. Thoughtful answers from new […]

Aaron Judge enjoyed his best postseason in seven years last October, as he recorded a 1.273 OPS and seven RBIs in seven games, but New York Yankees fans still did not get to see all that he has to offer. The three-time American League MVP suffered an elbow injury in the summer and was unable […]

The Bronx was not happy after the New York Yankees fell to the Toronto Blue Jays in the ALDS. But as the 2026 season inches closer, Cody Bellinger voiced his goal of winning the World Series in a Yankee uniform and having a parade to celebrate with Yankees’ fans. "I want to win it all. […]

The New York Yankees are back, and Aaron Judge is ready for the season to begin, as he attempts to help his team go deeper in the playoffs. During a press conference, Judge answered some questions about what he could do to improve his game and what he could get better at, including a stolen […]

Every MLB season, New York Yankees fans have the highest of expectations. Much of that is simply because of the unreal amount of success the franchise has seen throughout baseball history. But recent decades have not been as kind to the Yankees, who have just one World Series title in the last 25 years. Fret […]

Anthony Volpe is entering a crucial year in terms of retaining the New York Yankees’ starting shortstop gig long-term. However, he must first get over his shoulder injury and get back on the diamond. On Monday, Volpe began his hitting program by taking dry swings, manager Aaron Boone confirmed, via Greg Joyce of  It’s the […]

The Philadelphia Phillies are preparing for the new season, and Trea Turner will remain with them and will not play in the World Baseball Classic. When asked about it, Turner revealed why he will not be representing Team USA in the WBC, according to OnPattson. Trea Turner said he would have been interested in playing for Team USA […]

With the Seattle Mariners ramping things up in Spring Training, positional players and pitchers are getting ready. The Mariners’ Bryce Miller spoke about his health, detailing the differences between last season and this season, according to Mariners’ beat writer Daniel Kramer. “Bryce Miller says that he didn’t experience any discomfort this offseason and his pitching […]

The Atlanta Braves contain one of the best rosters in Major League Baseball. If they can get past the injury bug in 2026, they are a shoo-in for the postseason, despite playing in a competitive National League East Division. The Braves missed out on the postseason last year because they could never get into a […]

The Toronto Blue Jays came up just short in their quest to secure a World Series title. Entering the 2026 season, manager John Schneider is hoping to lead his team to even greater heights. However, he knows that every year is different. Toronto cannot rest on their 2025 laurels. As they enter the 2026 campaign, […]

Fresh off the Toronto Blue Jays’ loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series, there is some optimism in the air, despite the setback. As Spring Training is here, Guerrero explained his feelings about the new season, according to Blue Jays reporter Keegan Matheson. “We acquired new players, great players. I think this […]

As former catcher Yadier Molina is with the St. Louis Cardinals in a front office role after many years of productive play for the ball club, his role this upcoming season has been revealed. With Molina set to be in a Cardinals uniform for spring training before the World Baseball Classic, as he’ll be the […]

A rib injury cost Cade Horton the final weeks of his superb rookie campaign, forcing him to watch from the side as the Chicago Cubs competed in the playoffs. He has been yearning to get back on the mound since that untimely pause. The National League Rookie of the Year runner-up is scratching that itch […]

If the Pittsburgh Pirates are going to get back into contention, Cy Young winner Paul Skenes will have a lot to do with it. As the Pirates open spring training, everyone had to see what Skenes has to offer. The right-hander threw a bullpen session on Monday without any live hitters. And still, Pittsburgh fans […]

The Washington Nationals have not made the playoffs since winning the 2019 World Series. This led to some major changes in the front office for the Nationals this offseason. New Nats GM Ani Kilambi has made plenty of moves this offseason in an effort to turn around the franchise. Now, the front office has made […]

Spring Training is here, and the Miami Marlins have a lot on their plate as they attempt to prepare for the 2026 season. With the season around the corner, the Marlins’ Kyle Stowers discussed the $100 million rumors, as well as a potential contract extension, as Marlins’ beat writer Christina De Nicola got some answers […]

The Houston Astros are preparing for a new season, and Jose Altuve hopes to bounce back. As the new season approaches, Astros manager Joe Espada indicates that Altuve would be playing a different position, according to Astros’ beat writer Chandler Rome. “Jose Altuve will spend most of his spring working exclusively at second base, Joe […]

Pete Crow-Armstrong looked like an MVP candidate for the first four months of the 2025 campaign for the Chicago Cubs. He was scorching hot and consistently on base. Then everything fell apart. He hit just .188 inthe last two months. As spring training opens and PCA hopes to be an MVP candidate again, his swing […]

The New York Mets continue to deliver disappointment to their fans. This has led the Mets to make some big moves, including acquiring Luis Robert Jr., in the hopes of winning a World Series title. After failing to make the playoffs in 2025, the Mets look to turn the corner in 2026. As spring training […]

With the New York Mets preparing for the 2026 season, there are plenty of conversations about everything that concerns the big-league club in Queens. Mets owner Steve Cohen recently stated that there is one thing the team will not have as long as he owns the ballclub, according to Mets’ beat writer Anthony DiComo. “Steve […]

The Los Angeles Angels missed the playoffs again in 2025 for the 15th time in 16 seasons. They made some changes in the offseason, most notably trading Taylor Walls for Grayson Rodriguez, but still have low expectations for the season. Angels star Mike Trout doesn’t want to hear it, though, as he is heading back […]

The Houston Astros had a poor 2025 season, and Lance McCullers Jr. ended the season on injured reserve. But as the season approaches, McCullers got existential when discussing his future with the team, or anything to do with baseball, according to The Athletic’s Astros beat writer, Chandler Rome. “I would love to be good, not […]

As the Miami Marlins prepare for another season, the Sandy Alcantara trade rumors have continued to grow, with no deal on the table. As this continues, one writer questions whether it will actually happen soon, as Jayson Stark of The Athletic tracks everything that has happened so far. “If I had 10 bucks for every […]

The Washington Nationals are heading into another rebuild with a new-look front office. After trading Mackenzie Gore during the offseason, another player could be on the move before the season begins. The Athletic’s Jayson Stark polled 36 executives, managers, and ex-executives, asking who was likely to be traded in spring training. Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams […]

The Houston Astros are running into the problem of lacking the quality prospects needed to sustain a contending team year-in, year-out as they look to supplement their aging core. During this year’s free agency, they lost one of their best pitchers in Framber Valdez, and they’ve mostly stood pat other than a few trades, including […]

With the St. Louis Cardinals essentially selling off their major league roster and entering a full rebuild, things are going to look much different at Busch Stadium in 2026. At least in spring training, fans will get a view into the future of the Cardinals. Amongst all the players in attendance, perhaps no one will […]

For the first time since 2016, the Houston Astros missed the playoffs in 2025. Their string of consecutive ALCS appearances is long over now, and they are looking for any way to extend the dynasty. That commitment has shown up at spring training, by the way of Astros star Jose Altuve, who is working to […]

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto delivered a World Series for the ages. Yamamoto shot down any legend talk attached to him, though. But that didn’t stop Dave Roberts from sharing what the pitcher’s next goal is. Roberts has his guys preparing for MLB Spring Training as consecutive WS winners. He acknowledged via Fabian Ardaya […]

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 Atlanta Braves opened Spring Training with more than roster adjustments. Mauricio Dubon used his first media session to explain why joining the organization feels personal. The veteran utility player cited Chipper Jones as a childhood inspiration and referenced the TBS era defined by icons like Andruw Jones, creating a meaningful bridge between the franchise’s […]

The New York Mets arrived at Spring Training with more than roster questions. Manager Carlos Mendoza used his first media session to define what Marcus Semien represents for the organization. His message focused on leadership, championship experience, and filling the offensive void created by the Brandon Nimmo trade in the offseason. The acquisition signaled a […]

The New York Yankees enter Spring Training with a crowded outfield and mounting questions surrounding Jasson Dominguez’s role. General manager Brian Cashman addressed the situation Friday, and his comments quickly gained traction among the fan base. Cashman spoke at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa as the club prepares for its first exhibition game in […]

The San Diego Padres are making a few moves as spring training games get ready to start in Major League Baseball. San Diego is signing former New York Mets pitcher Griffin Canning, per Major League Baseball insider Robert Murray. Canning started 16 games during the 2025 season for New York. He finished the season with […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks made a couple of roster additions on Saturday with spring training set to begin soon. According to Steve Adams of MLB Trade Rumors, Arizona and outfielder Oscar Mercado are in agreement on a minor league contract. The deal includes an invite to spring training. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic later reported that […]

As Justin Verlander has returned to the Detroit Tigers for the 2026 season, there is no doubt excitement for all parties involved, including the fanbase. Despite the Tigers’ return of Verlander, he will not be participating in the team’s camp this weekend, though it doesn’t appear to be long-term. According to Cody Stavenhagen of The […]