Spring Training Articles - Page 5

Washington Nationals fans watched their ballclub take a huge step backwards during the 2025 MLB campaign and were forced to drastically reconsider the franchise’s competitive timetable. They enter the new season with little expectations for the team as a whole and will instead focus most of their passion into individual development. Dylan Crews will be […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are the most complete team in baseball. There isn’t much uncertainty when it comes to the Dodgers’ roster. With that being said, there are two starting pitchers who both feature high ceilings but have a lot to prove at the MLB level. LA’s starting rotation is deep. If these two pitchers […]

The World Baseball Classic is set to kick off this week. Tarik Skubal made the surprising decision to play in the WBC with Team USA. He will play in just one game in the WBC, but it is still a massive gamble financially, and Scott Boras, his agent, knows it, according to Bob Nightengale of […]

Minnesota Twins star pitcher Joe Ryan recently suffered an injury scare early in spring training. As a result, he will not begin the World Baseball Classic with Team USA, but could be added to the roster later in the tournament. While speaking with MLB Network on Sunday, Ryan provided an update on his back injury […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks are working to return to the postseason in 2026, after a disappointing last few years. Arizona had hoped starting pitcher Merrill Kelly would be able to throw on Opening Day, but now that’s not the case. Kelly suffered an injury to his back. He is revealing more about when he hopes to […]

There is a lot of fear heading into the 2026 Major League Baseball season that this could be the final year before a lockout. The new executive director of the Major League Baseball Players Association believes that is likely going to be the case. “The league has pretty much already said there’s going to be […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have won back-to-back World Series, and they are seemingly getting better. The franchise has been spending an unfathomable amount in contracts in recent years, and it is more than happy to make blockbuster trades. Its willingness to add has it looking like an unbeatable team and a potential dynasty. So, does […]

The Los Angeles Angels have high hopes this season for their veteran slugger, Mike Trout. Trout has battled injuries in the last few years, but it looks as though he is feeling great now. Trout had an impressive display of speed during a recent Angels spring training game. “Mike Trout had a sprint speed of […]

In the aftermath of the Philadelphia Phillies’ exit from the 2025 MLB playoffs at the hands of the Los Angeles Dodgers, the team’s president of baseball operations, Dave Dombrowski, made a remark that irked Bryce Harper. Dombrowski said that Harper was no longer an elite player and he questioned whether or not Harper still had […]

The vibes are immaculate for the Baltimore Orioles in the early going of Spring Training, as they have a new and improved roster that’s looking to redeem the team from their disappointing 2025 campaign. In fact, the vibes are so good that the Orioles are finding new and hilarious ways to keep players on their […]

Having a good bullpen is basically a prerequisite to mounting a push for the World Series crown. This has been tested and proven over the past decade or so, and the New York Mets know that having a reliable relief corps would go a long way towards fueling the redemption arc they’re hoping to embark […]

Toronto Blue Jays star pitcher Shane Bieber is dealing with forearm fatigue, and the team is taking a cautious approach with the right-handed hurler. Bieber is expected to begin the season on the IL. He could return in April, but an official timeline has yet to be revealed. Keegan Matheson of MLB.com provided the latest […]

Mookie Betts has yet to make an appearance in spring training for the Los Angeles Dodgers, despite having no injury designation. However, it sounds like he is finally set to return to action soon, as manager Dave Roberts revealed when Betts will make his spring training debut. Roberts stated that the 33-year-old superstar will play […]

As spring training games get underway, the San Francisco Giants are already dealing with injury concerns that have quickly become the dominant storyline in camp. Health and long-term readiness are taking priority, with the Giants limiting both Rafael Devers and Harrison Bader as a precaution. Their availability is already a central focus, as the team […]

Philadelphia Phillies ace Cristopher Sanchez finally made his spring training debut on Saturday when the club faced off against the Toronto Blue Jays. In the contest, Sanchez looked to be in regular-season form, as he showed off his secret weapon throughout the outing. Through two innings pitched, the 29-year-old starting pitcher threw four strikeouts and […]

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 […]

New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto delivered a straightforward message as the 2026 season approaches. The goal is a World Series title. Speaking from the club’s spring training complex in Port St. Lucie, Florida, Soto reinforced championship expectations and made it clear he didn’t come to Queens to settle for anything less than the sport’s […]

The Milwaukee Brewers enter the 2026 MLB season facing a significant transition at the top of their rotation, and Jacob Misiorowski is fully aware of the responsibility that comes with it. Following the January trade that sent longtime ace and two-time All-Star Freddy Peralta to the New York Mets, Milwaukee’s focus has shifted to the […]

Many managers and players are participating in numerous interviews throughout spring training as the MLB world prepares for the 2026 season. Many questions and answers feel similar for the most part, but Cubs manager Craig Counsell recently refused to answer a specific question. In an interview with MLB Network, Counsell was asked who the ace […]

The Texas Rangers are hoping for a successful 2026 season, after missing the postseason in 2025. Texas is getting some tough injury news as spring training continues. “Josh Jung (adductor strain) and Justin Foscue (hamstring strain) will both be sidelined from baseball activities for about 10 days, per Skip Schumaker,” Dallas Morning News reporter Shawn […]

Boston Red Sox infielder Brendan Rodgers recently suffered a shoulder injury. According to Tim Healey of The Boston Globe, Rodgers underwent a CT scan and MRI on his shoulder. Healey also provided a quote from Red Sox manager Alex Cora about Rodgers’ injury situation. “It doesn’t look great,” Cora said. The Red Sox are currently […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks are entering the 2026 MLB season with heightened expectations, and the arrival of star third baseman Nolan Arenado has already injected fresh energy into the clubhouse and fan base. Acquired to strengthen the D-backs lineup, the eight-time All-Star brings both pedigree and purpose as Arizona looks to push deeper into National League […]

Baltimore Orioles top prospect Samuel Basallo exited a recent spring training game with an injury scare. Basallo later shut down concern over the injury — which was officially listed as abdominal discomfort — and said he could potentially return this weekend. On Saturday, Jake Rill of MLB.com reported that Basallo is expected to return to […]

The Los Angeles Angels have struggled in recent years, but star slugger Jo Adell is hoping for big things this coming season. Adell feels that he can get to 40 home runs for his club this campaign. “I guess that’s next up on the list,” Adell said in an interview with MLB Network. Does Jo […]

The Baltimore Orioles are hoping to improve in 2026, after a disappointing 2025 campaign. One key player the Orioles are looking to for help is infielder Jackson Holliday. Holliday was hurt during spring training, and is looking to get healthy. “Orioles infielder Jackson Holliday said he has begun throwing a baseball again after having his […]

The Milwaukee Brewers enter the 2026 MLB season with unfinished business, and William Contreras is making that message clear from the outset. After battling through last season at less than full strength, the two-time All-Star catcher has set a personal goal that could redefine Milwaukee’s championship aspirations. The Brewers leaned heavily on the catcher throughout […]

The New York Yankees are finally getting something out of star prospect George Lombard Jr., a young player who has been waiting for his opportunity for a year. On Friday, Lombard did his part when he secured a two-RBI single in the bottom of the first with the Yankees leading 2-0. Ultimately, the Yankees came […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are gearing up for a season in which they will look to win a third straight World Series. A season in which they are expected to dominate. One of their top pitchers, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, is looking secure an NL Cy Young Award. On Friday, Yamamoto put on a great showing in […]

As the Atlanta Braves are preparing in spring training for the upcoming 2026 season, one player who is ready and eager to get back out on the diamond is star Austin Riley. With Riley getting back to baseball shape in the Braves’ spring training, he would reflect on his tumultuous 2025 season. Riley would undergo […]

If If one were to listen to all the chatter surrounding Boston Red Sox infielder Marcelo Mayer, they might assume that the No. 4 overall pick in the 2021 MLB Draft is already a bust. While he did struggle after being called up to the MLB roster last May, it seems a bit early to […]

The Atlanta Braves promoted Walt Weiss as manager this offseason, giving him his second opportunity to lead the way for a franchise. During an interview, Weiss revealed what kind of role starting pitcher Chris Sale will play for this team in his first year as the manager. While talking with the MLB Network, Weiss claims […]

The Atlanta Braves have a lot to be excited about coming into this season, and one of those things is Ronald Acuna Jr. being healthy. Acuna is already showing why they should be excited, and why he’s also ready for the World Baseball Classic after this grand slam in spring training against the Boston Red […]

The air of mystery surrounding Luis Robert Jr. mirrors the enigmatic nature of the Steve Cohen-owned New York Mets. Both have entered the season with high expectations in the past, only to stumble and lose trust with fans. Now, there is a significant amount of uncertainty hovering above the franchise and its new center fielder […]

The Texas Rangers are set to take on the Chicago White Sox in a spring training matchup on Friday. Before the start of that contest, however, the organization received some crucial injury updates on three different players. Reports indicate that third baseman Josh Jung and catcher Kyle Higashioka will return to action either Sunday or […]

Carlos Correa wasted no time establishing himself as a star in 2015 with the Houston Astros. He won the American League Rookie of the Year and looked like a future star. Sure enough, Correa would go on to make two All-Star teams with the Astros. He also won a World Series in 2017. Correa signed […]

Life came full circle a few weeks ago when the Detroit Tigers signed Justin Verlander to a one-year contract. After the signing, Tarik Skubal described what it meant to meet and work with Verlander, whom he idolized growing up, according to a conversation with Ben Verlander. “There’s a saying to never meet your hero. That […]

One of the biggest signings of the winter happened when the New York Mets claimed Bo Bichette, landing him with a multi-year contract. The Philadelphia Phillies attempted to sign Bichette, but failed, leaving Alec Bohm, their current third baseman, in an awkward position. Bohm acknowledged that he was aware but did not hold any grudges, […]

Spring Training offers a new opportunity for veteran pitchers who want to prove they can still contribute to a team’s success. When Dustin May signed with the St. Louis Cardinals, that was the goal, as the veteran pitcher looks to help his new teammate. In an interview on Foul Territory, one of May’s ex-Dodgers teammates spoke highly […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers once faced rumors about moving on from Tyler Glasnow. His injury history presented trade proposals, including to the Chicago Cubs. But Glasnow looked lights out against the other Chicago team, the White Sox, sparking honesty from Dave Roberts. The now three-time World Series-winning skipper got real about what he saw during […]