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When the Mets signed Jorge Polanco to a two-year, $40 million contract to be their first baseman just days after Pete Alonso got five years from the Baltimore Orioles, it was, to put it lightly, a surprise. Polanco has been a good offensive player for a number of years, with a standout 2025 for the […]
I have a busy Saturday, in front of leaving for Japan on Sunday, so getting this together Friday night. The Jays are in Bradenton, Florida, which is a very pretty town. But the game isn’t going to be on TV. Also the Jays Prospect are playing the Phillies prospects in Clearwater. And this game is […]
In 2022, the “It’s not my Moneyball” series was created in response to the lockout imposed by the owners that disrupted Spring Training and arguably cost Clayton Kershaw a perfect game in Minneapolis (I had fun). As the season starts, the World Baseball Classic concludes, we must revive this series as trouble looms in the […]
Diamondbacks News Soroka Sharp Against SoxMichael Soroka looked to be in mid-season form in his final spring outing. The bounce back candidate had a strong outing against the lowly White Sox as he made his case for a place in the rotation. Diamondbacks Game Pushed BackAt this point, it is mostly a reminder that all […]
The Braves have signed veterans Dominic Smith and Kyle Farmer to split contracts for the 2026, likely signaling they will be on the opening day roster to begin the season. The club announced the moves on Saturday morning as they made final preparations for the upcoming season, which kicks off on Friday. As Mark Bowman […]
Jaylon Thompson talks to J.J. Picollo about the performance of Royals players at the World Baseball Classic. “Exactly what we witnessed was what you hope they get out of it,” Picollo said. “High-intensity games helps development. You kind of get to see how your players play in the big moments, and our guys did great. […]
Good morning, LSB. Shawn McFarland has observations from Nathan Eovaldi’s “opening day dress rehearsal.” The Rangers cut reliever Peyton Gray but still consider him a usable option after a string spring. Jeff Wilson ponders some questions the Rangers are still left with as they prepare to return back to Texas. Rangers two-way prospect Seong-Jun Kim […]
We are now days away from Opening Day for the Atlanta Braves which means it is time for the final Opening Day roster projection. For a look at the prior projections, start with the last version on March 12. Most seasons, who make the Opening Day roster matters little in the grand scheme of things, […]
Hello friends and happy Saturday! The Mariners have been fully re-formed following the conclusion of the World Baseball Classic, and they celebrated by putting together their best performance of the spring in a 20-8 win over their soon-to-be Opening Day competitors — the Cleveland Guardians. With his two home runs, Cole Young is now third […]
Do not be fooled by the headline; Manny Machado is still the top run-producer for the San Diego Padres. But he deserves some assistance, and Fernando Tatis Jr. is ready for the challenge. Fernando has been a Padre for nearly a decade Tatis Jr. has been under the local spotlight since being acquired from the […]
They say Spring Training results do not matter, but you still do not want to lose two games on the same day to divisional opponents. That is what the San Diego Padres did by losing to the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Colorado Rockies in split squad matchups at Camelback Ranch and the Peoria Sports […]
Meet the Mets The Mets fell to the Cardinals 4-3 as we enter the last weekend of Grapefruit League action before the start of the regular season. Francisco Alvarez left Thursday’s game early with back tightness, but he already appears to be on the mend. Bo Bichette got some time at shortstop yesterday as he […]
MESA, Arizona — On an day when the Phoenix area tied its all-time March temperature record of 105 degrees — set the day before! — and the Cubs game at SloanPark was moved from afternoon to evening, the team got shaky pitching outings from Matthew Boyd and Jameson Taillon and lost both of their split-squad […]
The Braves shed 9 players on Thursday and Friday. The roster is starting to take shape. The Braves say that there are 36 players that are “in camp.” So here’s what we came up with for those 36: Pitchers (19)Aaron Bummer, Bryce Elder, Didier Fuentes, Daysbel Hernández, Grant Holmes, Raisel Iglesias, Tyler Kinley, Dylan Lee, […]
From the moment I introduced myself to Shea Langeliers it was clear he was just an easy guy to talk to. Friendly, personable, and laid back, Langeliers’ manner belies the insane job description of a major league catcher. That became one focus for our interview Saturday, March 14th, starting with the newest challenge. Pun intended. […]
Our ongoing birthday series here at PSA gives us the full range of the Yankees’ rich history, which includes both the likes of Lou Gehrig and Miguel Andujar. Today’s edition features a former Bomber more akin to the latter, as disappointment is the strongest association with Frankie Montas for Yankees fans. The big right-hander has […]
At this point each season, everything is fresh and new, and nearly anything seems possible. For the Red Sox infield, the mystery of what the season holds is even more intriguing because the Red Sox have an almost completely new-look infield. For the most part, the players are new to each other and to Fenway: […]
Roki Sasaki has struggled with command this spring training, all while adding new pitches to his repertoire. The Dodgers have been exceedingly patient with the 24-year-old right-hander, insisting all spring that he will start the season in the starting rotation, rather than get optioned to the minors to continue his work in progress. Bill Plunkett […]
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Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Brewers fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. In this week’s Reacts survey, we asked fans who they think will win the NL Central […]
Newcastle United’s Champions League exit against Barcelona has sparked a new wave of rumors and speculation around several players, none more so than midfielder and Italy international Sandro Tonali. The Daily Mail’s Craig Hope reported after the game against Barcelona that Tonali underwent an MRI scan after being forced off in Spain with an upper-leg […]
Game results: Reds 8, Cubs 6. A’s 6, Cubs 2. Well, that was no bueno. At least the televised game started out well. I made a bad coin flip and started out listening to the Reds game. Boyd wasn’t exactly good Friday night. Taillon wasn’t much better. Miguel Amaya had some juice. Al will have […]
Good morning Birdland, The final day of spring training has arrived! Huzzah! Kind of. At 1 p.m. today, the Orioles will host the Phillies for their last game down in Florida. It will be broadcast on MASN and the Orioles Radio Network. Then, they will head north for a home-and-home of exhibitions with the nearby […]
Kyle Freeland will take the ball for the Rockies on Opening Day in 2026 — the fifth Opening Day nod for a pitcher who has quietly built one of the most unique résumés in franchise history. By Baseball-Reference, he is already the Rockies’ all-time leader in WAR among starting pitchers (19.2), a reflection of both longevity and effectiveness in baseball’s […]
Good morning, baseball fans! We have officially reached the last weekend before baseball gets back! Opening Day for the San Francisco Giants is right around the corner. So this weekend, I wanted to get one last temperature check before the season starts. Personally, I’m just excited for baseball to be back. I have a tiny, […]