Spring Training Articles - Page 5

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 […]

The Minnesota Twins continued reshaping their bullpen Saturday by signing veteran left-hander Andrew Chafin to a minor league deal with an invitation to Spring Training. As camp opens in Fort Myers, the Twins are clearly investing in bullpen depth and experience. Chafin’s signing may appear minor on paper, but in a competitive AL Central race, […]

The New York Yankees hope to have starting pitcher Gerrit Cole back on the mound as soon as possible. Cole is recovering from Tommy John surgery, and missed the 2025 season. The Yankees hurler is throwing again and feeling good. “The work during this rehab process is different than what I typically would be doing […]

The Atlanta Braves enter the 2026 season facing one of the sport’s most significant rule changes as MLB introduces the Automatic Ball Strike challenge system. Braves pitcher Chris Sale has made it clear he wants no part of it. The 36-year-old left-hander addressed the new system during Spring Training at CoolToday Park in North Port, […]

With the Kansas City Royals making recent moves for pitchers, the team has made another acquisition, this time for a former All-Star from 2019, who has dealt with a tough luck with injuries. As the Royals prepare for spring training, the latest move from the team sees them taking a chance on pitcher John Means. […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers made a huge move in the offseason by signing closer Edwin Diaz to a three-year, $69 million contract. On Friday, fans got their first glimpse of Diaz in uniform while pitching alongside Shohei Ohtani during a bullpen session at spring training. In the video, both Diaz and Ohtani threw some pitches, […]

The San Diego Padres are going to come into the 2026 season with a ton of expectations. They battle with the two-time defending champions, the Los Angeles Dodgers, in the NL West; however, they have been one of the few teams in the National League with the capability of taking them down. It won’t be […]

Gerrit Cole missed the entire 2025 season after undergoing Tommy John surgery on his right elbow. He is expected to make his return in late May or early June in 2026. However, the New York Yankees ace was seen practicing with his teammates before spring training, and it appears he has a completely new windup […]

The Cincinnati Reds made a move on Friday in preparation for spring training. With the preseason set to begin soon, the club is bringing in a former Gold Glove Award winner on a non-roster deal. Reports indicate that Nathaniel Lowe, who won the Gold Glove in 2023 with the Texas Rangers, is signing a spring […]

SCOTTSDALE, AZ — The Cincinnati Reds have one of the best prospects in baseball in Sal Stewart. Stewart is MLB’s No. 22 overall prospect heading into the 2026 campaign, and he projects to be among the favorites for the National League Rookie of the Year Award. In fact, Reds manager Terry Francona even admitted that […]

The St. Louis Cardinals opened spring training facing an unexpected logistical wrinkle as Lars Nootbaar’s rehab enters a critical phase. The club confirmed the starting outfielder will report to camp a few days late. Nootbaar underwent heel surgery on October 7, 2025, and has progressed cautiously through each step of recovery. He is currently running […]

While the Philadelphia Phillies have made the playoffs the last four seasons, they have been unable to claim a World Series title in that span. Entering the 2026 season, the Phillies are looking to prove they are amongst MLB’s elites. Philadelphia’s biggest splash came when they re-signed designated hitter Kyler Schwarber in free agency. But […]

With the San Diego Padres in rumors surrounding star players the team can still obtain, the ball club is no doubt looking to make some major noise in 2026. As the Padres are led by Fernando Tatis Jr., Manny Machado, and many others, general manager AJ Preller speaks on the team’s chances this upcoming season. […]

The New York Yankees have made it to spring training, but already have a lot of starting pitcher injuries. Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodon are both expected to miss regular-season starts with elbow injuries. And on Thursday, their breakout star from the 2025 postseason suffered a setback. MLB.com’s Bryan Hoch has the latest on Cam […]

The New York Mets signed Bo Bichette to a $126 million contract during the offseason. Bichette will play third base with the Mets — a position he’s never previously played in his big league career. With spring training beginning soon, Bichette was asked about his comfortability at the position at the moment. “I haven’t played […]

The Baltimore Orioles arrived at Spring Training intent on resetting the standard in the AL East, and Craig Albernaz wasted no time making his expectations clear. The Orioles’ new manager wants more edge, more noise, and more visible accountability. In his view, energy is not optional—it is the foundation of a winning culture. Hired in […]

With Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Shane McClanahan landing a $3.6 million contract to avoid arbitration, the 28-year-old is looking to bounce back after a myriad of injuries. As the Rays pitcher in McClanahan experienced injury setbacks, he’s looking at 2026 as a transformative year, though he spoke about the hardships in the past. Speaking to […]

Infielder Luisangel Acuna was the headliner in the Chicago White Sox’s Luis Robert Jr trade with the New York Mets. However, general manager Chriz Getz may not be fully sure what he received in the trade. As spring training opens up, Getz has referred to Acuna as a switch-hitter at least four times. The only […]

The New York Yankees are headed into spring training after a disappointing end to the 2025 season. When revealing injuries after the season, the Yankees announced that shortstop Anthony Volpe would undergo shoulder surgery. That will keep him sidelined through spring training, creating a months-long position battle. All eyes will be on shortstop as the […]

The Chicago White Sox are facing renewed scrutiny after general manager Chris Getz repeatedly misidentified Luisangel Acuna during multiple offseason appearances. The mistake stands out because Acuna arrived as a central piece in the blockbuster trade that sent Luis Robert Jr. to the New York Mets in January. The deal presented the 23-year-old Acuna as […]

The Baltimore Orioles are already seeing the impact of their marquee offseason move, as Pete Alonso has quickly become a focal point at Spring Training. The club welcomed its new slugger to Ed Smith Stadium this week, and fans responded immediately. Alonso, who signed a five-year, $155 million contract in December, reported early to camp […]

The Houston Astros opened camp expecting stability at the back of their bullpen, but the latest update on Josh Hader has created new uncertainty. The team is managing reported biceps inflammation, though some analysts believe the issue may extend beyond a routine soft-tissue concern. Hader, a three-time MLB Reliever of the Year, has been throwing […]