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MLB Spring Training has arrived for the Los Angeles Dodgers. After their insane offseason moves that were headlined by getting Shohei Ohtani, it’s now time to test their chemistry as a team. A lot of newcomers are joining the squad and some of them are already impressing veterans. Walker Buehler and Tyler Glasnow saw their […]

The MLB offseason is in full swing, and while teams across the league continue to look for ways to improve their rosters, it’s never too soon to begin to look towards Spring Training. While we are still months away from pitchers and catchers reporting, it looks like the MLB is implementing a new event during […]

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Rhys Hoskins was carted off the field with a non-contact knee injury in a game against the Detroit Tigers. “They are getting the EMTs for Rhys Hoskins,” the Athletic Phillies beat writer Matt Gelb wrote in a Thursday tweet. “Everyone is down on a knee around him. He has suffered a bad […]

Atlanta Braves pitcher Mike Soroka spoke out about his potential long-awaited outing in the Braves’ Spring Training, the Athletic Braves senior writer David O’Brien wrote in a Wednesday tweet. “Soroka felt good, was pleased with velo, particularly how hard he throw some breaking balls,” O’Brien wrote. “Said ‘little rough around the edges’ on breaking ball, but overall […]

The Atlanta Braves have made a decision on the shortstop position after a spring training position battle between the likes of Vaughn Grissom, Orlando Arcia, and recently, Braden Shewmake. The Braves made it apparent which way they’re leaning on Monday, as the club will option both Grissom and Shewmake to Triple-A and will start Arcia […]

The San Francisco Giants had a rather tumultuous offseason that featured them missing out on Aaron Judge and then losing Carlos Correa after his physical went awry. The Giants must now move past that and focus on the 2023 season. Even if they are far from their 107-win season in 2021, this club must emulate […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are in the midst of Spring Training, with Opening Day just weeks away. Their roster is basically set heading into the 2023 season. However, there are a couple of position battles to watch down in Dunedin. Here they are. Fifth Rotation Spot – Yusei Kikuchi vs Mitch White So far, Kikuchi […]

Josh Donaldson reported to spring training with plenty of confidence ahead of the 2023 regular season. After a 2022 campaign well below his standards, he believes he still has plenty of good baseball left to offer the New York Yankees. “If I felt like I didn’t have anything left to offer the game, I wouldn’t […]

The Cleveland Guardians are one of the youngest teams in baseball, but that is not any excuse for them to not be competing with the top teams in the American League. Many folks figured the Minnesota Twins or Chicago White Sox would win the AL Central before the start of the 2022 season, but Cleveland […]

For the first time in several years, the Baltimore Orioles have realistic thoughts of making the playoffs in spring training. After a long and at times painful rebuild, the Orioles had a winning record last season. Most of Baltimore’s key roster spots for the 2023 MLB season are set in stone. If the Orioles’ few […]

St. Louis Cardinals top prospect Jordan Walker could be dealing with injury concerns after exiting a Spring Training game against the Houston Astros with a shoulder strain, according to The Athletic’s Katie Woo. The 20-year-old had been on an absolute tear this spring, batting .438 with three home runs. It was just a 10-game sample […]

There are certain fan bases whose expectations for their teams are so high that they would probably prefer to fast forward through the majority of a 162-game MLB season to see if this truly is their year to put it all together. It will be even harder for New York Yankees fans to trudge through […]

Are there any position battles for the best team in baseball? Most of the reigning World Series champion Houston Astros are already locked as starters, such as Jose Altuve, Yordan Alvarez, and Alex Bregman. Losing impeccable ace Justin Verlander to the New York Mets will be tough for Houston, but their roster is still one […]

Harrison Bader is expected to play a major role in the New York Yankees success this upcoming season. However, Bader will have to put his Opening Day preparations on hold after getting dinged up in Yankees Spring Training. Bader is set to undergo tests after ‘feeling something,’ in his left oblique on Wednesday, via MLB.com’s […]

Anthony Volpe is expected to make his debut for the New York Yankees soon, but could that also mean he’ll be on the team’s roster on Opening Day? If you ask Yankees superstar Aaron Judge, Volpe looks ready for the show. “I think he’s got all the makeup tools,” Aaron Judge said about Volpe (h/t […]

The Boston Red Sox are entering the 2023 season in a transitional period. They have watched most of the members of their 2018 World Series squad leave town, and after a wildly disappointing 2022 campaign, nobody really knows what direction this team is heading in. They have some talented players on their roster, but it […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers entered 2022 Spring Training with a mostly set roster. In 2023, however, there is much more uncertainty. The Gavin Lax injury opened up the shortstop conversation, while Cody Bellinger’s departure has led to questions in centerfield. There are other unanswered questions on the roster as well. Without further ado, let’s take […]

As he looks to gain more positional versatility, Aaron Judge has been taking reps in left field during New York Yankees Spring Training. Manager Aaron Boone has now decided to start Judge in left for two upcoming Yankees Spring Training games. Judge will play left field on March 8 and 9, per Bryan Hoch of […]

Good news Phillies fans: Bryce Harper is back, sort of. While Harper is still recovering from a November reconstructive elbow surgery, he’s slated to arrive at Phillies’ training camp in Clearwater, Florida on Wednesday and continue his rehab with the team. As of now, there’s no definite timetable regarding when he will return full time […]

New York Yankees starting pitcher Luis Severino doesn’t seem to be fazed by poor results at the beginning of spring training. Severino surrendered three earned runs in 2.2 innings Saturday during the Yankees’ 14-10 loss against the Tampa Bay Rays. Five days earlier, the Detroit Tigers tagged Severino for four runs over two innings in […]

When an athlete makes the transition to New York, it can sometimes feel like all past accolades cease to exist. It’s as if these stadiums, which are flanked by a renowned, rabid fan base, reside in their own bubble separate from every other sports franchise. New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole is one such star […]

Spring Training is a time for players to get into rhythm for the new season, but it can also be a pivotal for bonding with new additions to the team. Noah Syndergaard is still getting acclimated to the Los Angeles Dodgers, but fellow pitcher Tony Gonsolin has already formed quite the opinion of the 2016 […]

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Daniel Hudson is progressing, but might not be ready for opening day, Los Angeles Times Dodgers beat writer Jack Harris wrote in a Thursday tweet. He was placed on the injured list after a 4-1 win over the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park in July. Daniel Hudson’s knee bent awkwardly as he was trying […]

Fresh off a surprising run to the World Series last year, the Philadelphia Phillies are looking to continue dancing on their own atop the National League as Spring Training gets underway. It’s easy to get excited about the Phillies—and Andrew Painter, the top pitching prospect in baseball, is a major reason why. 19-year-old Andrew Painter […]

Yet another MLB player has suffered a significant Spring Training injury. Colorado Rockies second baseman Brendan Rodgers separated his shoulder while diving for a ground ball during a Rockies’ exhibition game on Tuesday, manager Bud Black told reporters. “This was a pretty classic (shoulder injury),” the skipper said. “The shoulder joint popped out on him […]

Los Angeles Dodgers Cy Young hopeful Julio Urias looked to be in midseason form in his Spring Training debut Tuesday, allowing one run on one hit while also striking out four batters in two and 2/3 innings of work. The 26-year-old starting pitcher was charged with the loss in the exhibition game versus the Cincinnati […]

Los Angeles Dodgers’ SP Noah Syndergaard performed well in his Spring Training debut on Tuesday, but his velocity topped out at just 92-93 MPH. However, The former flame-throwing right-hander downplayed any concern, per Bill Plunkett. “Not really,” Syndergaard responded when asked if Wednesday’s velocity was what he expected it to be. “But it’s just motivation […]

The notion that former Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras could replace St. Louis Cardinals legend Yadier Molina behind home plate would have been blasphemous to Redbird fans just a year ago. Now, in the first game of Spring Training, they have welcomed in their new free agent acquisition with open arms. Contreras was greeted with […]

Spring Training games are here at least, meaning the 2023 MLB season is around the corner for the Tampa Bay Rays and other clubs in the league. The Rays enjoyed another strong campaign in 2022, winning 86 games and making the postseason for the fourth consecutive year. However, Tampa Bay endured a quick playoff exit […]

The 2023 MLB season is going to look much different than fans have been accustomed to seeing in recent seasons. There will be a pitch clock, bigger bases and a limit on defensive shifts, all changes that could make for a drastically different viewing experience. It is easy for a makeover of that magnitude to […]

The MLB rule changes are being implemented with Spring Training officially underway. On Friday, the pitch clock made its debut in the big leagues after being experienced in the minors previously. Here’s a look at the new pitch clock during the San Diego Padres and Seattle Mariners game. Can you see it? Your first look […]

Spring Training is here and that means that the 2023 MLB season is around the corner for the Minnesota Twins and other teams. The Twins, who won just 78 games in 2022, had an active offseason that saw them bring in slugger Joey Gallo, catcher Christian Vazquez, talented starting pitcher Pablo Lopez and outfielder Michael […]

The Texas Rangers have a lot invested in the upcoming season, having done everything in their power to build a competitive club that could compete with the best the American League has to offer. It might all just be a fantasy, though, if their new ace Jacob deGrom is not healthy. DeGrom, who has spent […]

After a disappointing regular season and heartbreaking offseason for Boston Red Sox fans, the organization was hoping for some much-needed good optics at the start of Spring Training. Their plans have hit a snag once again, with two starting pitchers already dealing with health concerns. Nick Pivetta felt discomfort during workouts and left with a […]

It is no secret that Chris Sale has dealt with injury trouble over the past few years. It’s something that has held him and the Boston Red Sox back. Sale, who’s aiming to rebound in 2023, issued an exciting two-word health update as the Red Sox Spring Training gets underway, per MLB.com’s Ian Browne. “Full […]

There’s much excitement around the New York Mets as they get ready to open Spring Training next week. Much of that excitement is stirred by a bevy of offseason additions, including reigning American League Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander. But there’s reason to be juiced by several of the Mets’ top prospects, too. We’ll […]

The Los Angeles Angels have not seen much success during the Mike Trout era. Since Trout entered the league in 2011, the Angels have made the playoffs only one time (2014) and have finished in the bottom half of their division eight times. Trout has performed exceptionally well on an individual standpoint, being named an […]

New York Mets’ star Pete Alonso is affectionately known around the MLB as the Polar Bear. Tonight, Pete Alonso is in need of several Polar Bear sized hugs. Alonso was involved in a downright terrifying accident Sunday evening as he made his way to the Mets’ Spring Training facility in Port St. Lucie, FL.  The […]

The MLB lockout mercifully came to an end after 99 long days- and the league didn’t hesitate to jump into action, with the free agency period beginning the day of the agreement. With Spring Training set to officially start on March 17, there’s an excitement in the air again. However, not every player has that […]