Ryder Jones To Undergo MRI

San Francisco Giants infielder/outfielder Ryder Jones (hamstring) will undergo an MRI on his right hamstring. Jones tweaked his hamstring on Thursday. Jones got some run last year before landing on the disabled list with a wrist injury. Jones will play some outfield this spring, as he is blocked at both first base and third base by […...

Carlos Gonzalez Could Be An Option For White Sox

FanRag Sports reports that free-agent outfielder Carlos Gonzalez could be an option for the Chicago White Sox. General manager Rick Hahn has said he doesn’t believe the club will sign anymore free agents, but Gonzalez makes for a nice buy-low candidate who the rebuilding White Sox could flip if he has a strong first half. […...

White Sox Could Be A Possibility For Mike Moustakas

Jon Morosi of the MLB Network is reporting that free-agent third baseman Mike Moustakas could emerge as a possibility for the Chicago White Sox. General manager Rick Hahn spoke earlier in the week and mentioned that the club is unlikely to sign any more free agents. Moustakas has had a dry market thus far and […...

Ben Zobrist Returns To Field Friday

Carrie Muskat of MLB.com reports that Chicago Cubs infielder/outfielder Ben Zobrist (back) was on the field Friday. Zobrist has been absent from workouts all week with a back injury. Manager Joe Maddon has stated that there is nothing to worry about and they didn’t want to push anything with Zobrist. The veteran will be competing with […...

Jon Lester Looks Fully Recovered

Gordon Wittenmyer of the Chicago Sun-Times reports that Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jon Lester (lat) looks fully recovered from a lat injury that sidelined him for a few weeks towards the end of 2017. Lester is coming off a very rough 2017 for his standards and seems like a good bet to have a bounce-back season in […...

Javier Baez Says He Is Having A “Perfect” Spring

Speaking to reporters on Friday, Chicago Cubs infielder Javier Baez said his spring training has been “perfect” so far. Earlier in the week it was reported that Baez could get 500 to 600 at-bats this year but would have to improve his plate discipline, strikeouts and drive balls all over the field. Baez should get […...

Hunter Pence Scratched With Stiff Neck

San Francisco Giants outfielder Hunter Pence was scratched from Friday’s contest with a stiff neck. Manager Bruce Bochy mentioned earlier in the week how he’d like to rest veterans this weekend and only outfielder Andrew McCutchen will be in the lineup. Pence should be considered day-to-day. Pence no longer holds much fantasy value as age […...

Steven Duggar Could Start Opening Day

Despite the San Francisco Giants signing outfielder Austin Jackson in the offseason, outfielder Steven Duggar has a chance to earn the nod on Opening Day for the Giants. Outfielders Andrew McCutchen and Hunter Pence will hold down the corners, but Duggar’s defense is above average and he has put up good numbers in the minor leagues. […...

Madison Bumgarner To Start Opening Day For Giants

San Francisco Giants manager Bruce Bochy has announced that starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner will start on Opening Day. This comes as no surprise, as he is one of the best pitchers in the game. Bumgarner spent time on the disabled list in 2017 for the first time in his career after injuring his shoulder. He […...

Michael Kopech Working On Changeup

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Michael Kopech knows that developing a third pitch in addition to his fastball and slider can be a difference maker. This spring the right-hander has been working on his changeup, as it could be huge for his development. Kopech said he’s feeling more comfortable with the pitch, which he hopes […...

Carlos Rodon Won’t Be Rushed Back

Richard Justice of MLB.com reports that Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Carlos Rodon (shoulder) won’t be rushed back in 2018. Rodon underwent arthroscopic shoulder surgery in September, and the club is looking to get him healthy for the long term. The left-hander has seen injuries slow him the past few seasons. General manager Rick Hahn […...

Javier Baez Can Earn More Plate Appearances With Better Plate Discipline

The Chicago Tribune is reporting that Chicago Cubs infielder Javier Baez can earn more at-bats this season if he improves his strike zone, draws walks and uses the whole field. Baez is one of the more exciting players in the game today due to his light-tower power and strong defense, but he has still struggled […...

Mark Melancon Expected To Be 100 Percent By The End Of Spring

Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports that San Francisco Giants closer Mark Melancon (forearm) is expected to be 100 percent by the end of spring training. Melancon had a rough debut with the Giants in 2017, as he dealt with injuries and disappointed on the field. The closer underwent surgery in September to […...

Cubs Impressed By Yu Darvish

After throwing a 25-pitch session on Tuesday, many Chicago Cubs players and manager Joe Maddon were very impressed with starting pitcher Yu Darvish. Darvish recently signed a six-year deal with the Cubs and said, “it seems like I fit naturally with the team.” Darvish was the prized free agent in regards to starting pitchers and […...

Ben Zobrist Remains Out

Chicago Cubs infielder/outfielder Ben Zobrist (back) remains sidelined for workouts. Zobrist has been absent all week with a back issue. Manager Joe Maddon seems to be playing it slow with the veteran and said “he’s fine.” Aside from daily leagues or an injury to Javier Baez or Ian Happ, Zobrist shouldn’t hold much fantasy value […...

Kolten Wong Turns To Yoga In Quest To Improve In 2018

St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Kolten Wong has turned to yoga in hopes to improve in 2018. Manager Mike Matheny said, “I think he’s one of those guys who wants to take his game to another level.” Wong is coming off a year in which he had both ups and downs but still produced a respectable […...

Anthony Rizzo Won’t Lead Off In 2018

When asked if leading off was a possibility for Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo in 2018, he replied with “no.” It’s no surprise, as Rizzo remains one of the better middle-of-the-order hitters in all of baseball. Rizzo should be targeted in the top 20 to top 25 this year and should be able to maintain […...

Ben Zobrist Misses Second Straight Day With Back Problem

Carrie Muskat of MLB.com reports that Chicago Cubs infielder/outfielder Ben Zobrist (back) was held out of a workout for the second straight day with a back problem. Zobrist should be fine, but manager Joe Maddon didn’t want to push it. Zobrist will likely have more value to the Cubs than fantasy owners in 2018, as he […...

Phillies And Jake Arrieta Have Had Open Dialogue

Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports reports that the Philadelphia Phillies have had open dialogue with free-agent starting pitcher Jake Arrieta. A fit makes sense, as the Phillies have the money to spend and could use a veteran like Arrieta to help mentor a young clubhouse. The Phillies front office is also filled with former Orioles […...

Pablo Sandoval Gets Work At First Base

MLB.com's Chris Haft reports that San Francisco Giants third baseman Pablo Sandoval was at first base during infield drills on Monday. Brandon Belt figures to be the primary first baseman, but with Evan Longoria now at third base, Sandoval will need to show versatility if he wants to land a bench spot. Sandoval has been trending down […...

Jose Abreu Takes Grounders At Third Base

Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu was seen taking groundballs at third base on Monday. Matt Davidson was at first base, but there shouldn’t be too much to read into this, as Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports that Abreu regularly took groundballs at shortstop last year. Regardless of where Abreu plays, […...

Joe Musgrove Dealing With Shoulder Discomfort

Newly-acquired Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Joe Musgrove (shoulder) has been dealing with shoulder discomfort. One of the main pieces back in the Gerrit Cole deal, Musgrove said that he is not concerned, according to Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Musgrove missed some time in 2017 with a shoulder injury and this is not a good […...

Willy Garcia Dealing With Hand Issue

Chicago White Sox outfielder Willy Garcia (hand) has been limited with a hand issue that he developed in winter ball, according to Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times. Garcia got some run in the outfield in the second half of 2017. He hit .238 with two home runs and 12 RBI over 105 at-bats. He […...

Teams Are Showing Interest In Hunter Renfroe

Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports that trade interest in San Diego Padres outfielder Hunter Renfroe has picked up. With the Padres agreeing to terms with first baseman Eric Hosmer, Wil Myers will now move to a corner outfield spot. With Manuel Margot patrolling center field, that leaves a battle between Renfroe and Jose Pirela […...

Tony Watson Agrees To Terms With Giants

Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports reports that the San Francisco Giants have finalized a contract with free-agent relief pitcher Tony Watson. It has been rumored over the last couple of weeks that this could be a match, and the Giants have found a way to stay under the luxury tax, according to Heyman. Watson started […...

Bruce Bochy Says Chris Shaw Will Only Play Left Field

Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports that San Francisco Giants outfielder Chris Shaw will strictly play left field this spring, says manager Bruce Bochy. Pavlovic also notes that infielder Ryder Jones will get some time in the outfield. Shaw, one of the Giants top prospects, made the switch from first base to left field […...

Drew Smyly Placed On 60-Day Disabled List

Carrie Muskat of MLB.com reports that the Chicago Cubs have placed starting pitcher Drew Smyly (elbow) on the 60-day disabled list. Smyly signed a two-year contract this offseason but is likely to miss most of this year as he recovers from Tommy John surgery. Smyly should be avoided in 2018 but is a name to […...

Jason Vargas Signs With Mets

Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports reports that the New York Mets have agreed to terms with free-agent starting pitcher Jason Vargas. Vargas is coming off of his best year in the majors. In 2017, he made his first All-Star team and finished with an 18-11 record and 4.16 ERA for the Royals. Jerry Crasnick of […...

Carson Fulmer Would Like To Start In 2018

Scot Gregor of the Daily Herald reports that Chicago White Sox pitcher Carson Fulmer would like to be a starter this season. Fulmer, a former first-round pick, has pitched as both a reliever and a starter thus far in his career. He finished 2017 as a starter and went 2-0 with a 1.56 ERA in […...

Mike Montgomery Looking To Keep Arm Healthy In 2018

Speaking to Mark Gonzales of the Chicago Tribune, Chicago Cubs pitcher Mike Montgomery spoke about how he would like to keep his arm healthy even if he is not a starter. Montgomery started 2017 as a reliever before switching to a starter and then back going back to the bullpen. Overall, Montgomery had a solid year, […...