Detroit's Andrew Romine knows he's valued for his defense, but a 2016 .238 BA inspired him to get an analysis of his swing. Plus, pitching staffs get tested at CHW, CLE and KC, and the MIN OF gets a depth review.
The Padres are opening the season with Erick Aybar at short, bumping Luis Sardinas to a reserve role. Plus, a look at Peter Bourjos' trade to the Rays, and updates on Tyler Thornburg, Scooter Gennett and Socrates Brito.
LAA's sketchy rotation looks more like a relay team, with plenty of names that will likely get starting opportunities at some point. Deshields' big spring with TEX, an uneventful HOU camp, and more...
Royals Manager Ned Yost has named Raul Mondesi his starter at second base. Plus, updates on Steven Matz, the Dodgers rotation, Martin Prado, the Indians outfield and more.
Who will manager Dusty Baker choose to be the closer in WAS? Plus we'll examine ATL's options to backup 1B, the 5th SP battle in MIA, the NYM OF, and the PHI bench.
With Jesse Hahn's demotion, the A's will fill out their rotation with Raul Alcantara and Andrew Triggs (left). Plus, updates on Michael Clevinger, Carlos Rodon, Gregory Polanco and Christian Friedrich.
Before spring training began, there was little hint that names like Jordan Montgomery (LHP, NYY), Chris Lee (LHP, BAL), Jayson Aquino (LHP, BAL) and Justin Marks (LHP, TAM) would be relevant to rotation battles. And yet, here we are.
Colby Rasmus' groin injury creates an opportunity for Mallex Smith in Tampa Bay. Plus updates on Tommy Pham, Jung Ho Kang, David Price, Tanner Scheppers and Lonnie Chisenhall.
While Brett Anderson will open 2017 in CHC's rotation, don't forget about Mike Montgomery. Plus, Derek Norris finds a home in Tampa, a look at replacements for SF's Will Smith and an update on the Tigers' OF situation.
Brett Anderson has locked up a starter's job in Chicago. Plus: SP question marks in CIN and PIT, Aguilar and Pina impressing for MIL, and STL’s backup OF situation.
With Luis Valbuena out for 4 to 6 weeks, C.J. Cron (left) and Jefry Marte (R) will gain playing time in LAA. Plus updates on COL starters and SEA's surprising demotion.
Detroit's Andrew Romine knows he's valued for his defense, but a 2016 .238 BA inspired him to get an analysis of his swing. Plus, pitching staffs get tested at CHW, CLE and KC, and the MIN OF gets a depth review.
The Padres are opening the season with Erick Aybar at short, bumping Luis Sardinas to a reserve role. Plus, a look at Peter Bourjos' trade to the Rays, and updates on Tyler Thornburg, Scooter Gennett and Socrates Brito.
LAA's sketchy rotation looks more like a relay team, with plenty of names that will likely get starting opportunities at some point. Deshields' big spring with TEX, an uneventful HOU camp, and more...
Royals Manager Ned Yost has named Raul Mondesi his starter at second base. Plus, updates on Steven Matz, the Dodgers rotation, Martin Prado, the Indians outfield and more.
Who will manager Dusty Baker choose to be the closer in WAS? Plus we'll examine ATL's options to backup 1B, the 5th SP battle in MIA, the NYM OF, and the PHI bench.
With Jesse Hahn's demotion, the A's will fill out their rotation with Raul Alcantara and Andrew Triggs (left). Plus, updates on Michael Clevinger, Carlos Rodon, Gregory Polanco and Christian Friedrich.
Before spring training began, there was little hint that names like Jordan Montgomery (LHP, NYY), Chris Lee (LHP, BAL), Jayson Aquino (LHP, BAL) and Justin Marks (LHP, TAM) would be relevant to rotation battles. And yet, here we are.
Colby Rasmus' groin injury creates an opportunity for Mallex Smith in Tampa Bay. Plus updates on Tommy Pham, Jung Ho Kang, David Price, Tanner Scheppers and Lonnie Chisenhall.
While Brett Anderson will open 2017 in CHC's rotation, don't forget about Mike Montgomery. Plus, Derek Norris finds a home in Tampa, a look at replacements for SF's Will Smith and an update on the Tigers' OF situation.
Brett Anderson has locked up a starter's job in Chicago. Plus: SP question marks in CIN and PIT, Aguilar and Pina impressing for MIL, and STL’s backup OF situation.
With Luis Valbuena out for 4 to 6 weeks, C.J. Cron (left) and Jefry Marte (R) will gain playing time in LAA. Plus updates on COL starters and SEA's surprising demotion.