Spring Training Articles - Page 6

The Los Angeles Dodgers will lean into veterans like Max Muncy in defending the World Series again. Muncy even agreed to a $10 million extension on Feb. 12 to pursue a third straight title. But what type of approach did Muncy and the vets make ahead of the incoming 2026 grind? Muncy dropped an elaborate […]

The Kansas City Royals delivered one of the most eye-catching moments of spring training through Jac Caglianone. The club watched the former No. 6 overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft rip a double that left the bat at 120.2 mph vs. the Arizona Diamondbacks, a mark that immediately turned heads across camp and fueled […]

The Philadelphia Phillies received a significant boost Thursday as Zack Wheeler returned to the mound during spring training. The club watched its ace complete a bullpen session that signaled meaningful progress in his recovery from thoracic outlet surgery. For a team with championship expectations in 2026, the moment carried undeniable importance. The 35-year-old right-handed pitcher […]

The New York Mets are closely monitoring Jorge Polanco’s transition to first base as spring training unfolds in Port St. Lucie, Florida. After reshaping their infield this offseason, the club is counting on the veteran switch-hitter to step into a new defensive role. His early reps at camp have quickly emerged as one of the […]

The San Diego Padres are hoping to have starting pitcher Joe Musgrove ready for the start of the 2026 season. Musgrove will be a part of the Opening Day rotation if he is ready to go. The right-hander did not pitch in 2025 after undergoing Tommy John surgery at the end of the 2024 campaign. Kevin […]

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 […]

As the Pittsburgh Pirates look towards their future, top prospect Konnor Griffin is expected to play a major role in any offensive success they find. In the midst of an eye-opening spring training, that future might be now in Pittsburgh. Griffin has been tearing the cover off the ball, most notably hitting two home runs […]

New York Mets prospect Nolan McLean made his spring training debut in Thursday’s contest against the Houston Astros. Manager Carlos Mendoza gave McLean four innings of work, and MLB’s No. 6 prospect looked like a Cy Young Award candidate with his performance. McLean, who is 24 years old, threw six strikeouts while allowing just one […]

The Atlanta Braves added a familiar name to their organization when Peyton Glavine signed a minor league contract during spring training. For the club, the move bridges past and present through legendary pitcher Tom Glavine—one of the most accomplished pitchers in franchise history. Glavine built his Hall of Fame career in Atlanta, capturing two Cy […]

With the news that the Toronto Blue Jays are signing veteran pitcher Max Scherzer, he is coming back for his 19th season to help the team get back to the World Series. As Scherzer re-signed with the Blue Jays, he would speak about returning to the ball club and how everything unfolded. With the 41-year-old […]

Baseball fans have long pointed out how nearly all of the San Diego Padres’ core is comprised of current or former shortstops. Xander Bogaerts is currently manning the position, and Fernando Tatis Jr. and Jackson Merrill have gone on to become elite outfielders after coming up at the shortstop position. Manny Machado and Jake Cronenworth […]

As the Toronto Blue Jays signed back Max Scherzer, the pitching rotation is taking shape with the team in the midst of spring training, though one player is being treated differently from the rest. While the Blue Jays are looking to make another World Series run, the one pitcher whose situation will be closely monitored […]

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. […]

Spring training has opened for all 30 MLB teams as they prepare for their 2026 campaigns. The Kansas City Royals have worked to bolster their roster, but their roster just took a minor hit. Starting pitcher Stephen Kolek has a left oblique strain, but the severity is currently unknown, according to Anne Rogers of MLB.com. […]

The Chicago Cubs landed Alex Bregman in free agency, making up for the loss of Kyle Tucker, and seemingly replacing one of their hitters in the lineup. And after the Cubs acquired Edward Cabrera in a trade, things look better for the rotation. But with all the moves, there are still some debates about their […]

Mookie Betts has not played in a single spring training game for the Los Angeles Dodgers yet, with March right around the corner. On Thursday, Dave Roberts admitted his plan for the superstar infielder to take the field eventually. The 53-year-old manager claimed that Betts will likely remain out of spring training until the start […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates are generating serious buzz this spring—and it is not just because of their early results. Pittsburgh is off to a strong 4–2 start in Grapefruit League play heading into Thursday afternoon’s matchup against the Minnesota Twins, and much of that excitement centers on Konnor Griffin. During spring training 2026 in Bradenton, Florida, […]

As the Tampa Bay Rays prepare for the 202 season, they are nearing the return of starting pitcher Shane McClanahan. Thus far in spring training, all signs have pointed towards McClanahan being ready for Opening Day. Manager Kevin Cash’s latest update will further stoke that fire. The left-hander made it through his latest bullpen session […]

The Texas Rangers have two games scheduled on Thursday, as one half of the team will play against the Milwaukee Brewers, and the other half will take on the Athletics in spring training. Skip Schumaker submitted the lineup for the contest and seemingly left out a key All-Star. Reports now reveal why that is the […]

When it comes to the New York Mets’ bullpen, all eyes will be on new signees Devin Williams and Luke Weaver. However, there is another relief pitcher that will be drawing plenty of attention. Former eighth-round pick Ryan Lambert is trying to make his mark in spring training. He has tried plenty of strategies to […]

The New York Yankees added veteran depth Wednesday night, agreeing to a contract with Randal Grichuk to address a clear offseason priority. The signing provides the club with another right-handed bat as competition during spring training intensifies in Tampa. Grichuk, a 34-year-old outfielder and 12-year veteran, agreed to a minor league deal that includes a […]

The Atlanta Braves are seeing ace Chris Sale honored in a unique way this spring, as the 2024 NL Cy Young winner received a Mizuno custom sword celebrating 17 years of loyalty to the Japanese brand. The moment combined the energy of Braves spring training with the business side of baseball, reinforcing Sale’s standing as […]

The San Francisco Giants delivered one of the most memorable moments of spring training so far on Wednesday, when Harrison Bader belted a home run that cleared the berm in left field at Maryvale and dented a Cactus Bowls food truck, instantly becoming a viral snapshot of the atmosphere in Giants camp despite dropping its […]

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 […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ newest signing, Kyle Tucker, went from the team’s most-prized signing to their most scrutinized over a “he doesn’t love baseball” rumor. His former Chicago Cubs teammate Michael Busch, however, surfaced as a defender. Busch ripped the narrative surrounding the new LA addition with Foul Territory on Wednesday. “Tucker was a great […]

Pete Crow-Armstrong offered a candid snapshot of what Alex Bregman is already bringing to the Chicago Cubs, calling the veteran’s baseball mind “freaky” in a new spring training clip—an important window into where the Cubs organization wants its young center fielder to grow in 2026. On Wednesday, Foul Territory posted a video to its official […]

The Philadelphia Phillies are hoping to compete in the National League East once again in 2026. Staying healthy will obviously be of the utmost importance this season. The ball club was dealt an injury update on Wednesday, however, as Lochlahn March of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports that outfielder Brandon Marsh is dealing with inflammation/soreness. “Brandon […]

The Baltimore Orioles have a new-look roster ready to compete in the tough division that is the AL East. With some new elite talent on the roster, the Orioles will be a team to pay attention to at the beginning of the season. Starting pitcher Trevor Rogers is coming off a huge season in Baltimore. […]

The Cleveland Guardians are in the middle of taking on the Texas Rangers on Wednesday in a spring training matchup. However, the club is without one of its top prospects due to a lower-body injury. Reports indicate that Chase DeLauter was ruled out right before the start of the contest, according to Tim Stebbins of […]

Spring training has kicked off for MLB. The Red Sox have already played multiple spring training contests. In the game on Tuesday, Wilyer Abreu took a check swing, and his bat broke. Now, Abreu is offering an explanation for why his bat broke, without ever making contact with the ball, per Scott Chiusano and Ian […]

Spring training is in full session, and the San Diego Padres are hoping to find some gems who could make a serious impact for the team in 2026. San Diego, as well as the entire NL West, will always be in a tough position as long as the Los Angeles Dodgers are at the top […]

Spring training has kicked off in MLB, and some players are getting accustomed to their new teams. One of those players is Alex Bregman, who joined the Chicago Cubs this offseason. Now, Bregman is talking about the ribbing he is getting from his new teammate, Dansby Swanson, according to his interview on Foul Territory. Bregman […]

After falling in seven games to the Toronto Blue Jays in the American League Championship Series in 2025, the Seattle Mariners have high hopes in 2026. The Mariners have opened spring training and look to build on the success of 2025. Still, they have already experienced an injury in spring training, as J.P. Crawford is […]

The New York Mets are currently taking part in spring training as they prepare for the upcoming 2026 MLB season. The Mets recently got some bad news when it was revealed that star shortstop Francisco Lindor was undergoing surgery on his hand, although it’s possible that the recovery does not extend into the upcoming regular […]

Although Freddie Freeman scuffled in the 2025 MLB playoffs, he still managed to notch another massive World Series home run that helped push the Los Angeles Dodgers toward a championship. Producing in the clutch moments is a defining part of the future Hall of Famer’s legacy, but he is also focused on staying effective for […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates clobbered the Boston Red Sox 16–7 on Tuesday, improving to 4–1 this spring. In the process, their teenage centerpiece turned a spring showcase into a bold statement about the future. Konnor Griffin, MLB’s No. 1 overall prospect, launched two home runs over the replica Green Monster at JetBlue Park—then made it clear […]

The Seattle Mariners received a calm yet powerful message from their franchise star as spring training ramps up in Peoria. Julio Rodriguez, fresh off career highs in 2025, has made it clear that his next leap in the 2026 season will be fueled by trust—not tension. Rodriguez, the 25-year-old center fielder and two-time All-MLB selection, […]

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 […]

The theme during Atlanta Braves spring training this year is rebirth. Spencer Strider is working to regain his All-Star form after a lengthy recovery and disappointing 2025 campaign. Fellow pitchers Chris Sale, Reynaldo Lopez and Grant Holmes are aiming to get out of the gate healthy and stay that way all yearlong. Ozzie Albies is […]