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• Angels Release Joey Lucchesi
The Angels announced they’ve released lefty reliever Joey Lucchesi from his minor league contract. He’d spent the past month at Triple-A Salt Lake. Lucchesi has been on and off the roster since the end of Spring Training. He was in camp with the Giants on a minor league deal, opting out when San Francisco informed […]...2026
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• Cam Booser comes to Rays pen with some new pitch shapes

The Rays signed Cam Booser this past offseason as a non-roster invitee. He performed well enough during Spring Training to earn a spot on the Rays’ 40-man roster and remain in the organization’s plans despite opening the season in Durham. Booser has the lowest walk rate of his career while still getting above average swing-and-miss […]...2026
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• Rockies, John Brebbia Agree To Minor League Deal
The Rockies and veteran reliever John Brebbia are in agreement on a minor league deal, reports Thomas Harding of MLB.com. The Icon Sports client was with the Rox in spring training after signing a minor league deal in December, but he opted out of his contract late in camp. Brebbia then signed a minor league […]...2026
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• Reds pitcher Hunter Greene throws his 1st bullpen post surgery
Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Hunter Greene had his first bullpen session after undergoing elbow surgery in spring training. The post Reds pitcher Hunter Greene throws his 1st bullpen post surgery appeared first on Redleg Nation....2026
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• Cubs, Liam Hendriks Agree To Minor League Deal
The Cubs and right-hander Liam Hendriks are in agreement on a minor league contract, reports Britt Ghiroli of The Athletic. The ALIGND Sports client was in camp with the Twins during spring training but was granted his release when informed he wouldn’t make the roster. He’s been a free agent since. Hendriks, 37, had decent […]...2026
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• Calling the Pen: Will collision wake up the Orioles?

A family friend who had gone to spring training had one observation after seeing the Orioles. “They’re big guys,” she said. “You don’t realize how big until you see them up close.” The Athletics’ Carlos Cortes can attest to how big, and strong, catcher Samuel Basallo is after running into him in the seventh inning […]...2026
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• Reds pitcher Hunter Greene throws his 1st bullpen post surgery
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• Games of the Day
Spencer Strider returns to the Braves rotation to face the Rockies and Kyle Freeland. Strider’s career got off to a good start, the Tommy John surgery derailed him. His 2025 campaign saw poor three-true outcomes compared to the start of his career. He looked better in spring training this season, but an oblique injury sidelined […]...2026
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• NL Week 7 Strategy-May 3, 2026
In The Field C Sean Murphy (hip) is expected to be activated next week for the series against the Mariners. He is likely to get most of his at-bats initially at DH while he is slowly worked in at catcher. This means that C Jonah Heim's time with the club is likely going to come to an end soon. 2B Jorge Polanco (wrist/Achilles) has started baseball activities, but is still weeks away from returni...2026
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• Cade Cavalli showing signs of the pitcher Washington Nationals fans dreamed of

For much of his professional career, Cade Cavalli was somewhat of a myth to Nationals fans. A 2020 1st round pick with loads of upside, blazing his way through the minor leagues with electrifying stuff. He got a taste of the bigs in 2022, but an elbow injury during 2023 Spring Training kept him out […]...2026
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• Kodai Senga’s injury outlook ‘difficult’ to predict for Mets after pain became too much to bear

Kodai Senga said he’d been dealing with at least some form of discomfort as far back as spring training, but it wasn’t until his most recent outing that it became clear he couldn’t pitch with it....2026
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• ‘Whether Gunner Stockton Can Become the Guy’ — Kirby Smart Faces Tough Georgia Question
Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton led the Bulldogs to an SEC championship title and a 12-2 record in his first season as the Bulldogs’ QB1 after succeeding Carson Beck. Despite being limited due to a knee injury during Georgia’s spring training sessions, Stockton remains the Bulldogs’ presumptive starter under center next season. ESPN Analyst Greg McElroy […]...2026
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• What’s the deal with Reynaldo Lopez and mechanics?

The Reynaldo Lopez mechanics saga is, well, a saga. First, we had his diminished velocity in Spring Training due to “mechanics” rather than injury or something else that persisted, as he was throwing in the high 90s in this 2026 debut. That debut went well without Lopez pitching all that well, but he looked and […]...2026
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• Braves Temporarily Moving Reynaldo Lopez To Relief Role
After having their rotation depth tested by injuries in Spring Training, the Braves now find themselves in the position of having enough arms to allow themselves to tinker with the starting five. With Spencer Strider close to a return to the rotation, Reynaldo Lopez is being moved to the bullpen, as manager Walt Weiss told […]...2026
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• NL Week 4 Strategy-April 18, 2026
In The Field 3B Graham Pauley left Friday's game early with left oblique discomfort. The Diamondbacks received good news that OF Lourdes Gurriel Jr. was cleared to be activated. He was in the starting lineup on Saturday. He was recovering from ACL surgery in September. Gurriel Jr. hit .248 with 19 HR, 52 R, 80 RBI, and 10 SB in 546 PA last year. OF Tim Tawa has been starting in left field most n...2026
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• Ha-Seong Kim injury update

Prior to tonight’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss told reporters that injured shortstop Ha-Seong Kim is likely to participate in a simulated game on Thursday and has been taking batting practice. He is recovering from a broken wrist suffered after falling on ice prior to Spring Training. Kim, who the […]...2026
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• The best holiday in February

February is filled with somewhat sketchy holidays. I'll start with Groundhog Day, which is about good for rewatching a movie. Valentine's Day is often derided as a "Hallmark Holiday." The weeklong "Winter Break" mostly recognized by schools, morphed from single days recognizing presidents into a 5-day celebration of ... um ... winter, I guess? Then there's the Super Bowl, which is fine ...2026
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• The Dr.'s BookShelf, Dodgers & A's Visit This Month in Montgomery Baseball History

Reader comments on the blog are always wonderful, and super helpful to guide me towards what you want to see. A recent comment (thank you Stephen!) suggests that some might be interested in the books I used for research and I am happy to oblige. Is there a topic I should cover? Let me know in the comments! Can't read? Thats okay too, there are lots of pictures to look at this week, let me kn...2026
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• Inside the Chicago Cubs' Hiring of Joe Maddon, One of MLB's Best Managers
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• What Do MLB Players Really Do During the Long Offseason Months?
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• The Cautionary Tale of Ken Caminiti: The Steroid Era's First Truth-Teller
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"We’re exactly six weeks away from pitchers and catchers beginning to report to Spring Training."

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"Royals call up Jac Caglianone to Kansas City"

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"Rays to play 2025 season at Yankees' spring field"

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"The beginning of the 2021 season was also affected by the pandemic, with Spring Training shortened."

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"Atlanta Braves Bring Back Veteran Reliever Jesse Chavez"

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"Tylor Megill came out of nowhere to become potential Mets saving grace"

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"Sources: MLB finalizing return-to-play proposal"

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"It’s a minor league deal with a non-roster invitation for Spring Training."

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"Yanks acquire QB Wilson in trade with Rangers"

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"The first home run of Spring Training 2017 belongs to the Yankees' Didi Gregorius, who went deep on the first pitch he saw in Friday's Grapefruit League opener against the Phillies."

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"Pirates Fan Saves Kid in the Stands from Getting Hit in the Face with Bat"

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"QB Wilson accepts invite to spring training"

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"The World Series-champion Giants will open their Spring Training schedule on March 3 against the Athletics at newly renovated HoHoKam Stadium in Mesa, Ariz."

• Angels Release Joey Lucchesi
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• Rockies, John Brebbia Agree To Minor League Deal
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• Cubs, Liam Hendriks Agree To Minor League Deal
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• Andrew Chafin Opts Out Of Reds Deal
Veteran lefty Andrew Chafin triggered an opt-out clause in his minor league contract with the Reds and is now a free agent, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The 35-year-old Chafin has already been with two teams this season. He spent most of spring training with the Twins but was granted his release […]...2026
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• NL Week 7 Strategy-May 3, 2026
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• NL Week 4 Strategy-April 18, 2026
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• Mountcastle goes to 60-day IL, Kremer recalled, Povich optioned, Holliday won’t play for Orioles this week, O’s-D-Backs lineups

BALTIMORE— The Orioles have placed first baseman Ryan Mountcastle on the 60-day injured list with a broken left foot. Mountcastle suffered the injury running out a double in the second inning of Saturday night’s game. The Orioles purchased the contract of infielder/outfielder Weston Wilson from Triple-A Norfolk. Wilson, who came to spring training as a […]...2026
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• Tigers Sign Tyler Gentry To Minors Contract
The Tigers signed outfielder Tyler Gentry to a minor league deal, MLB.com’s Jason Beck reports. Gentry was released by the Royals at the end of Spring Training, and now moves onto a new team for the first time in his pro career. A third-round pick for Kansas City in the 2020 draft, Gentry made it […]...2026
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• Jack Leiter is rocketing up the SP rankings - April 6, 2026
Jack Leiter (SP - TEX) - Granted, it's been against two of the league's most struggling offenses thus far, but Jack Leiter has looked very solid through two outings this year. Sunday was even more impressive than his opener against the Orioles, as he limited the Reds to 1 run on 4 singles and a walk over 5 innings, striking out 9 and generating 18 whiffs on just 85 pitches. What is striking is the...2026
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• NL Week 2 Strategy-April 04, 2026
In the Field OF Jordan Lawlar was placed on the 10-day IL with a fractured right wrist. He is expected to miss 6-8 weeks. He was hitting .333 with 1 HR, 3 R, 2 RBI, and 1 SB in 20 PA before the injury. OF Tim Tawa and OF Jorge Barrosa are expected to fill in while he is out. Tawa offered power and speed (7 HR and 8 SB in 225 PA) last year but struggled to hit for average (.201 AVG and 28% K). B...2026
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• Sunday Notes: David Morgan Picked Up His Sinker in the Dugout Between Innings
Plus Matt Vierling and Nathan Lukes on spring training, Travis Bazzana on the ABL, Joe Sambito on Bob Watson, Jack Spring managed Kurt Russell, facts and stats galore, and more....2026
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• NL Week 7 Strategy-May 3, 2026
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• NL Week 4 Strategy-April 18, 2026
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• Jack Leiter is rocketing up the SP rankings - April 6, 2026
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• NL Week 2 Strategy-April 04, 2026
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• Giancarlo Stanton carrying spring success to regular season: ‘Locked in’

It can be foolhardy to buy into spring training stats, good or bad, especially for veterans. The same caveat goes for early season results, the sample size way too small to put too much stock into it either way....2026
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• Preseason Prep - March 25, 2026
Kevin McGonigle, SS, Detroit Tigers One of the best pure hitters in the minors has cracked the big league roster. While there are no guarantees in prospecting, McGonigle could not have built himself a better offensive resume in the minors. He's walked more than he's struck out at literally every level of the minor leagues, including 2026 spring training. He's posted a swinging strike rate below 8%...2026
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• How Spring Training ABS results compare to Triple-A from '25
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• Justin Topa’s Spring Numbers Don’t Tell the Full Story
It’s a good thing for Justin Topa that a player’s opportunity to make an Opening Day roster is not entirely based on their spring training stats. Based on counting stats alone, the veteran Minnesota Twins reliever has had a spring training he’d like to forget. Over six relief appearances, Topa has allowed eight hits, two home runs, and three walks....2026
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• Reynaldo López struggles in final spring tune-up

It’s a good thing that it’s still spring training and not the regular season because this was the type of performance that would’ve resulted in a very rough outing for Reynaldo López had it come in a game that counted. Instead, it’s something to think about with the regular season on the horizon as López […]...2026
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• Calling the Pen: Will collision wake up the Orioles?
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• 'I thought it was an exploding baseball': Remembering the Randy Johnson bird pitch, 25 years later
In 2001, one of baseball's first viral moments played out on a spring training field. Those who were there relive the "Sea of Feathers" game....2026
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• This Week in Purple: We are so back!

The Rockies played their last two spring training games and their first two regular season games this week. So far in the regular season, they’re 0-2 but there have been some moments of brightness. TJ Rumfield made his MLB debut, knocked his first MLB hit and launched his first MLB home run in his first […]...2026
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• Wouldn’t it be nice if Spring Training meant something and the White Sox were mediocre?

Well, the White Sox almost had a winning record in the Cactus League, what with a 15-16-1 finish. Too bad it doesn’t matter. But they ended up losing their last five games, six if you include the Spring Breakout game. Good thing it doesn’t matter. Of course, their big hullabaloo this season is about “momentum,” […]...2026
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• Will the Braves scoop up a Spring Training cut?

The Braves have been killing it in Spring Training, but the roster still looks like it could use some upgrades. Some of those upgrades might even come courtesy of players still in other camps at the moment — provided the Braves find something they like. This hasn’t been a huge source of contribution in years […]...2026
• Preseason Prep - March 18, 2026
Edgar Quero, C, White Sox Edgar Quero now has the opportunity to be Chicago's everyday catcher to open the season, now that Kyle Tell is out 4 to 6 weeks with a hamstring strain. Quero held his own in his first taste of the big leagues in 2025, slashing .269/.333/.356 with 31 runs, 5 home runs, and 36 RBI in 111 games. He doesn't have as much upside as Teel, mostly because of his 67.5 mph bat spee...2026
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• 30 teams, 2026 edition

So, where have I been all week? Fair question. It is March, but I'm usually more consistent than this. A week ago Thursday I was getting a workout in during the early afternoon when I heard an unbelievable crash out in the driveway. From the kitchen windows, I could see ice falling and I knew it wasn't good immediately. A giant sheet of ice slid off the roof and dropped two stories onto ...2026
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• Colorado Rockies spring training game no. 17 thread: Joey Cantillo vs. Eiberson Castellano

After beating the Dodgers last night 6-4 at Camelback Ranch, the Rockies will look to take the momentum back home to Salt River Fields this afternoon. RHP Eiberson Castellano (0-0, 2.25 ERA) makes his first Cactus League start this afternoon after making two other relief appearances. In total, Castellano has thrown four innings and allowed […]...2026
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• 'I'll close my eyes': Diamondbacks' Counsell makes pro debut against father Craig's Cubs
Brady Counsell got his first reps as a Diamondback on Thursday when he was named to the club's roster for a spring training clash with the Cubs, who are managed by his father....2026
• Counsell meeting: Father and son swap lineup cards in Spring Training family affair
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• Pirates Fan Saves Kid in the Stands from Getting Hit in the Face with Bat
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• QB Wilson accepts invite to spring training
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson has again accepted an offer to appear at the Rangers' spring training complex in Surprise, Arizona....2015
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• Sources: MLB finalizing return-to-play proposal
MLB expects to offer a return-to-play proposal to the players' union within a week as teams have begun to encourage players to prepare for a "spring" training that could begin in mid-June and a season that would start in early July, sources told ESPN....2020
• Will Ferrell to play every position for 10 teams in one day
In a role filled with hopes and dreams, Will Ferrell will be at five different Spring Training ballparks in Arizona on Thursday as production begins on a new HBO special from "Funny Or Die," in partnership with Major League Baseball. Dedicating the special to the fight against cancer, Ferrell is also honoring the historic feat of Bert Campaneris five decades ago by playing every position on the fi...2015
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• Sources: MLB plans to suspend spring training
Spring training is expected to be suspended Thursday, sources tell ESPN's Jeff Passan, and the start of the season is likely to be delayed....2020
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• Will Ferrell to play every position for 10 teams in one day
In a role filled with hopes and dreams, Will Ferrell will be at five different Spring Training ballparks in Arizona on Thursday as production begins on a new HBO special from "Funny Or Die," in partnership with Major League Baseball. Dedicating the special to the fight against cancer, Ferrell is also honoring the historic feat of Bert Campaneris five decades ago by playing every position on the fi...2015
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• Report: Russell Wilson to appear at Rangers' spring training again in 2015
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• Kelly locks down Yanks as Sox secure series win
Joe Kelly, slowed by a right biceps injury in Spring Training, was superb in his first start of 2015, retiring 17 straight Yankees during one stretch of his seven innings of one-hit ball in Boston's 8-4 win over the Yankees. Adam Warren tossed 5 1/3 innings to take the loss for New York....2015
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• NL Week 4 Strategy-April 18, 2026
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• NL Week 2 Strategy-April 04, 2026
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• Chase Burns and Jack Leiter: Emerging Aces? - March 31, 2026
Chase Burns (SP-CIN) was electric as he earned a win against the Pirates on Monday, firing 5 innings of shutout ball in which he scattered 1 hit and 3 walks while recording 7 punchouts on 78 pitches (46 strikes). Although the hard-throwing righty recorded a 4.57 ERA and 3.3 BB/9, in his first taste of MLB action a year ago, his 13.9 K/9 and 2.68 in those 43.1 IP were encouraging. After all, Burns ...2026
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• Target these under-the-radar fantasy baseball pitchers after spring training breakouts

A look at other hurlers to keep on your radar after strong Grapefruit League performances....2026
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• Preseason Prep - March 25, 2026
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• Preseason Prep - March 22, 2026
Adley Rutschman (C-BAL) is somehow already 28 as he comes off an injury-shortened 2024 campaign in which he recorded a career-worst 91 wRC+ as he finished with just a .220 average, 9 HR, 29 RBI, and 37 R over 365 PA. Both his strikeout (15.5%) and walk (11%) rates were near his career averages (16% and 12%, respectively) while Rutschman logged career-best 86.5% overall and 92.5% in-zone contact ra...2026
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• Preseason Prep - March 20, 2026
Francisco Alvarez (C-NYM) had a tumultuous 2025 season as a fractured hamate bone suffered in March delayed his season debut before he was demoted to Triple-A and sustained a sprained UCL in his right thumb after his return to the majors. Nevertheless, Alvarez performed well while playing through that injury, compiling a .276 average, 8 HR, 21 RBI, and 22 R across 139 PA after rejoining the big cl...2026
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• Preseason Prep - March 18, 2026
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• Optimal ADP Clusters: End Game Outfielders
“Don’t it always seem to go, you don’t know what you got ‘til it’s gone.” Joni Mitchell may not be a roto savant, but even she might agree that the best part of the fantasy baseball season is research-and-draft season. Every day, from February until Opening Day, is so incredibly thrilling – nonstop spring training […] Source...2026
• Preseason Prep - March 17, 2026
Drake Baldwin (C-ATL) should see plenty of playing time in 2025 and will likely continue to occupy the DH even when Sean Murphy starts behind the plate. Why? Because the lefty hitter actually did pretty well against LHP in 2026. In 95 PA against southpaws, Baldwin hit .299 with 4 HR, 17 RBI, and 13 R while drawing walks at a 7.5% clip and fanning just 16% of the time. For comparison, he batted .26...2026
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• Rockies, John Brebbia Agree To Minor League Deal
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• Reds pitcher Hunter Greene throws his 1st bullpen post surgery
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• Cubs, Liam Hendriks Agree To Minor League Deal
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• Calling the Pen: Will collision wake up the Orioles?
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• Blake Snell returns in Dodgers’ loss to Atlanta Braves

If the game was viewed as an extension of spring training, which is basically what it was for Blake Snell, the Dodgers' 7-2 loss to the Atlanta Braves on Saturday night could be charitably classified as a success....2026
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• Orioles’ Kjerstad starting rehab assignment with Chesapeake; Alexander’s calf better; O’s-Athletics starting lineups

BALTIMORE—Outfielder/designated hitter Heston Kjerstad, who’s been on the injured list with a strained right hamstring muscle, will begin a rehab assignment at Double-A Chesapeake on Saturday night. Kjerstad, who injured the hamstring at the end of spring training, hasn’t played this season. In spring training, he hit .195 with two home runs and four RBIs. […]...2026
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• MJ Melendez giving boost to Mets offense after starting season in minors

MJ Melendez was in tears following a visit to the manager’s office near the end of spring training. What a difference six weeks makes....2026
• Dodgers Post podcast: These Dodgers are living up to preseason expectations

On this episode of The Dodgers Post, Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez wrap up the Dodgers’ recent road trip to St. Louis and Houston and review the state of some early predictions they made at the start of spring training. Much can still change, of course, with the season only 20% complete. But already, the guys......2026
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• Five pitchers with better-than-expected 2026 start...
Todd Zola looks at pitchers whose expectations have completely changed for the better since spring training....2026
• What I learned from my airport conversation with John Sterling — as we were suddenly surrounded by adoring Yankees fans

This was at Newark Airport, C terminal, maybe 10 years ago. John Sterling and I were on the same flight bound for Tampa, the start of another spring training for both of us, and as we whittled away the time toward boarding the plane we found ourselves, quite remarkably, transported to a place called Wellsville,......2026
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• After the fact, how do you feel about the WBC?

Well, it’s over now. Venezuela wins, Team USA is the runner-up once again, Japan shockingly wasn’t in either of those prior clauses, and we’re stuck with Spring Training for about another week. Did this WBC change your opinion of the event? Was it better, or worse, than you expected? I was pretty meh on the […]...2026
• A Very Cardinal Blog - March 13th, 2026
What Bats are of interest for the Birds on the Bat? The St. Louis Cardinals are likely rebuilding, with many batters aiming to prove their future value or attract trade interest for 2026. The Safest: Alec Burleson is the most proven hitter in the Cards lineup, and at 27 years old, he is still working his way into his prime. He hit 21 homers with a 106 wRC+ across 595 plate appearances in 2024. L...2026
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• It's getting late early

When you get to be my age time travels faster than ever. I think I've finally figured out that the reason older people talk about this so often is not to make idle chit-chat but because it's so staggering that you can't help but talk about it. It's shocking. I know almost a day doesn't pass without me thinking about how fast the days, months, years pass. I suppose this topic is especial...2026
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• Preseason Prep-March 8, 2026
Around the League Shea Langliers-Athletics-C Shea Langeliers broke out in a major way in 2025, slashing .277/.325/.536 with 31 HR, 73 R, 72 RBI, and 7 SB in 523 PA while posting a 132 wRC+. The power surge was supported by strong underlying metrics, including an 11% barrel rate and 45% hard-hit rate, both comfortably above league average for catchers. Perhaps most encouraging was the improveme...2026
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• Just the Dodgers please

Right now the baseball buzz on social media is the World Baseball Classic. While I'm happy to see people talking about more baseball, I can't get into the WBC more than periodic glances. A few reasons just to make sense of how I feel: 1. We just had two weeks of an international sports event. I'm tapped out.2. March has enough chaos and energy -- March Madness, right? I don't need more.3. The...2026
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• Preseason Prep - March 4, 2026
Spencer Strider, SP, Braves After a rough 2025 where Spencer Strider posted a 4.45 and 1.40 WHIP after returning from an elbow injury, his 2026 spring training was going to be one of the most important ones to watch. Strider excelled earlier in his career due to his outlier fastball that used to average over 98 mph. That number fell all the way to 95.5 mph last year, and many were hoping to see a ...2026
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• Spencer Strider makes productive spring training debut in Braves win over Orioles

Spencer Strider’s spring training debut in 2026 was certainly an intriguing one, as Strider was clearly looking to accomplish his own set of goals in this one that may not have aligned with what the public speculation may be concerning his own profile as a pitcher at the moment. As I mentioned in the game […]...2026
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• Preseason Prep-February 21, 2026
Around the League Jack Leiter-Rangers-SP Jack Leiter finished with a 3.86 ERA and 1.28 WHIP across 151.2 IP at the major league level. He showed average skills (22% K, 10% BB, and 4.43 SIERA). Leiter continues to show plus stuff but lacks the control/command to make the jump that many have expected since he was drafted out of Vanderbilt. Diving deeper into Leiter's season is important because ...2026
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• White Sox Spring Training news and notes: Ramping up for the Cactus League opener

Spring Training in Glendale is officially in full swing, and if you haven’t already muted the “Chris Getz is building a team of 2023 roster castoffs” jokes on X, now might be the time. The biggest buzz at Camelback Ranch isn’t just the desert heat; it’s the arrival of Munetaka Murakami. While most of the […]...2026
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• Latest On Braves’ Rotation
The Braves’ rotation has been a talking point in the early days of spring training, with a few injuries already popping up, leading to speculation about the club looking for an external addition. Atlanta has been connected to pitchers like Lucas Giolito and Chris Bassitt this offseason but Gabriel Burns of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports…...2026
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