Spring Training Articles - Page 8

The New York Mets acquired starting pitcher Freddy Peralta in a trade with the Milwaukee Brewers this past offseason. The Mets are excited to have the two-time All-Star in the rotation. Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor is especially looking forward to having Peralta on the roster. During an interview with MLB Network, Lindor revealed Peralta’s recent […]

The New York Yankees have been patiently waiting for pitcher Gerrit Cole to return to the mound. Cole missed the entire 2025 Major League Baseball season due to having Tommy John surgery. While Cole is still on the mend, he is facing live hitters and speaking out about that experience. “Gerrit Cole said he felt […]

Texas Rangers versatile infielder Cody Freeman is reportedly dealing with a stress fracture in his lower back, Evan Grant of The Dallas Morning News reports. He is expected to miss four-to-six weeks as a result of the injury. It is an unfortunate update to receive early in spring training without question. Freeman, 25, was selected […]

The Boston Red Sox have clarity at the top of the order ahead of their first 2026 spring training game. Manager Alex Cora revealed that Roman Anthony will serve as the leadoff hitter as Boston opens Grapefruit League play vs. the Minnesota Twins on Saturday. The decision gives the Red Sox a defined structure as […]

The San Diego Padres opened their 2026 Cactus League schedule Friday with a notable adjustment to the lineup. Fernando Tatis Jr. batted cleanup vs. the Seattle Mariners, signaling a potential shift under newly hired manager Craig Stammen, who took over during the offseason, as spring training got underway in Peoria for the Padres. Stammen rolled […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks felt a jolt of energy as Nolan Arenado stepped in during Spring Training against the Colorado Rockies, a moment that echoed the buzz surrounding his trade from the St. Louis Cardinals. The Diamondbacks did not bring him to Arizona quietly. Instead, the front office wanted edge. Moreover, the team demanded urgency. Most […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers opened Spring Training with a familiar buzz, and Freddie Freeman again stood at the center of it. Andrew Friedman’s recent comments only deepened that conversation. Speaking on Foul Territory, the Dodgers president of baseball operations reflected on Freeman’s impact and what he means to the organization’s future. "I don't want to […]

After spending his entire career with the New York Mets, first baseman Pete Alonso elected to leave the Big Apple behind in free agency this winter. Signing a five-year deal with the Baltimore Orioles, Alonso is seen as one of the missing pieces to a team eager to return to the playoffs. Alonso began his […]

With the Texas Rangers missing the playoffs last season, one year removed after winning the World Series, the team is looking to get back to its winning ways, especially individually, with players like pitcher Nathan Eovaldi. As the Rangers star went through a season-ending shoulder surgery last season, he’s looking to use any opportunity to […]

San Diego Padres baseball is back in Arizona for spring training. The Padres are currently trailing the Seattle Mariners (who share the stadium in Peoria) 3-1 in the sixth inning. The bats have been quiet outside of a few extra-base hits from Mariners second baseman Michael Arroyo, which included a two-run home run in his […]

In the two seasons since losing the 2023 World Series, the Arizona Diamondbacks have failed to make it back to the playoffs. Now, the team is looking to make it back to October. Following an offseason in which GM Mike Hazen retooled the roster, veteran third baseman Nolan Arenado is looking to make a splash […]

The quest for World Series title number 28 continues for the New York Yankees. After missing all of last season due to Tommy John surgery, Yankees ace Gerrit Cole threw his first live bullpen session since surgery on Friday morning. Cole showed that he’s already close to midseason form. New York captain Aaron Judge weighed […]

The Houston Astros landed star Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai in free agency this offseason. He’ll be making his MLB debut in 2026, but expectations may need to be tempered, as Imai must adjust to playing in MLB instead of NPB. Regardless, manager Joe Espada is seemingly excited for his new pitcher. While talking with media […]

The St. Louis Cardinals officially initiated an indisputable rebuild during the offseason, but they obviously still want to be as competitive as possible. One of the key players in the upcoming campaign figures to be right-handed relief pitcher Riley O’Brien, who is in line to at least occupy a share of closer duties after a […]

Baseball is so back! The Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees have kick-started spring training with the first game taking place in Florida. Pete Alonso debuted as a Baltimore Oriole for the very first time, and wasted no time with a two-run moonshot to left field off pitcher Bradley Hanner. PETE ALONSO DEMOLISHES A HOME […]

All-Star left-hander Trevor Rogers is coming off a stellar season with the Baltimore Orioles. Now that Spring Training is here, Rogers is already providing a glimpse into what could come this year. On Friday, the Orioles opened Spring Training by taking on the New York Yankees to kick off the Grapefruit League. Rogers pitched in […]

The Baltimore Orioles are taking on the New York Yankees in their first spring training game on Friday. Pete Alonso made his first appearance with his new team and nearly recorded his first hit for Baltimore. However, a prospect outfielder for New York robbed the hit with a spectacular play. Alonso, who is 31 years […]

As the Detroit Tigers prepare for the 2026 season, they’re hopeful infielder Trey Sweeney can serve as a crucial contributor. However, Sweeney’s spring training preparations has come to a sudden halt. The Tigers are pausing Sweeney’s practice regimen due to a shoulder injury, via Evan Woodberry of MLive. General manager AJ Hinch confirmed that the […]

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Pablo Lopez is going to have Tommy John surgery on Wednesday, Aaron Gleeman of The Athletic reports. It is a crushing update for a starting pitcher who was set to help Joe Ryan lead the Twins’ rotation in 2026. It was previously reported that Lopez was dealing with an elbow injury, […]

The San Diego Padres are set to play the Seattle Mariners in a few hours for the first spring training game of the season. The players have been in Arizona for over a week, prepping for the start of the season. On Thursday, during a live batting practice session, Padres reliever Yuki Matsui was forced […]

Manager Pat Murphy and the Milwaukee Brewers recently agreed to a new three-year contract extension. Craig Counsell, who managed the Brewers from 2015-2023 before leaving and taking the Chicago Cubs manager job in 2024, was asked about his thoughts on the Murphy contract extension. “I’m thrilled for him. Thrilled,” Counsell said, via Bob Nightengale of […]

While the New York Yankees’ bid to return to the World Series in 2025 came up short, the focus is undoubtedly now on 2026. Yankees ace Gerrit Cole is set to return to the mound following rehab from Tommy John surgery. After missing the entire 2025 campaign due to the injury, Cole threw his first […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are gearing up for another championship run in 2026. However, spring training feels a bit different for LA this year, as future Hall of Famer Clayton Kershaw retired after last season. Dodgers infielder Max Muncy recently shared his thoughts on not seeing Kershaw’s name on a locker in the spring training […]

The Toronto Blue Jays signed Kazuma Okamoto to a four-year, $60 million to be their new third baseman. However, the Blue Jays are seeing if Okamoto is capable of helping them elsewhere on the diamond as well. The free agency addition was seen on Friday getting some reps in at first base with Vladimir Guerrero […]

Spring Training is in full swing, and the New York Yankees are preparing for the season with a lot going on. Ryan McMahon acknowledged he has made a subtle change intended to help him cut down on strikeouts, according to Greg Joyce of the New York Post. “Just things I’ve done in the past and […]

Baltimore Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg is dealing with an injury. On Friday, Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias revealed that Westburg suffered a partially torn ACL, per Jacob Calvin Meyer of The Baltimore Sun. “Jordan Westburg has a partially torn UCL, per Mike Elias. He will not get Tommy John surgery. The team is […]

When former first-round pick Triston McKenzie inked a minor league contract with the San Diego Padres in December, he knew his pathway to the MLB roster would be rife with obstacles. His odds of securing a slot on the Opening Day squad presumably took a hit when The Friars signed starting pitchers Walker Buehler, German […]

Romy Gonzalez has been dealing with a shoulder injury leading up to spring training. With games set to begin soon, it sounds like the Boston Red Sox’s utility man is still not 100% ready to go. On Thursday, Gonzalez revealed what kind of issues he’s having with his shoulder. The 29-year-old infielder claimed he is […]

The New York Yankees enter spring training facing significant uncertainty in their starting rotation. Cam Schlittler has moved to the forefront of that conversation, especially after drawing strong public praise on Thursday. Schlittler, a 25-year-old right-hander, made his MLB debut in 2025 and finished 4–3 with a 2.96 ERA across 73 innings. He elevated expectations […]

The San Diego Padres are going to be an intriguing team to watch during spring training. General manager A.J. Preller, who was recently extended, has signed a ton of major league talent with the ability to make the roster and contribute in 2026. There are a handful of players who are looking to have a […]

The New York Yankees begin spring training Friday with clarity on the mound. Elmer Rodriguez, one of the organization’s top pitching prospects, will start the Grapefruit League opener as New York opens its 2026 exhibition schedule vs. the Baltimore Orioles. The decision sets an early tone for how the staff plans to structure innings and […]

Freddie Freeman established himself as a beloved member of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Including sparking theories Freeman will end his career in L.A. But he’s not just thinking about a World Series three-peat or his future. The multiple WS winner reflected back on what “irks” him regarding 2025. Even through his smile, Freeman acknowledged that […]

The Texas Rangers enter spring training with a defined objective for outfielder Evan Carter in 2026. The organization wants the outfielder entrenched as its primary option in center field, signaling confidence in both his health and long-term development. Carter showcased his potential during the club’s 2023 World Series run, but injuries have halted his momentum […]

The New York Mets are attacking the ABS Challenge System with urgency this spring. As spring training unfolds in Port St. Lucie for the Mets, manager Carlos Mendoza is preparing his roster for one of the most impactful MLB rule changes in the sport’s history. The system introduces automated ball-strike reviews, allowing limited in-game challenges […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are currently taking part in spring training as they gear up to defend their World Series title in the 2026 MLB season. Los Angeles somehow found a way to make a championship team demonstrably better this offseason, having added both Edwin Diaz and Kyle Tucker to the mix in free agency. […]

The New York Yankees have clarity on Aaron Judge and his Yankees spring training timeline. As the club prepares for Grapefruit League play, fans now know when the captain will make his 2026 debut following the latest update on the reigning back-to-back AL MVP. Judge, a seven-time All-Star, has been fully cleared after a 2025 […]

After signing a one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Pirates, Marcell Ozuna won’t have to face Cy Young winner Paul Skenes. However, he is getting his faceoff opportunity during spring training. When Ozuna steps in the box, he isn’t afraid. No matter the numbers Skenes has put up, the newest Pirates slugger just sees him as […]

The Detroit Tigers are ready for the 2026 season to begin so they can prove to the world they are the best team in the American League. They fell short in the playoffs last year against the Seattle Mariners; however, things were close to going the other way, and they were good enough to get […]

Paul Skenes has taken baseball by storm in his two seasons. He has won a Rookie of the Year award and a Cy Young Award already, and has become a must-watch pitcher, as was apparent when Skenes took a bullpen session at Spring Training. While the young pitcher has been everything Pittsburgh Pirates fans could […]