Jhony Brito Could Be Deployed Out Of The Rotation

According to MLB.com, San Diego Padres right-handed pitcher Jhony Brito (elbow) could be an option for the rotation when healthy. Brito suffered an elbow sprain at the end of the 2024 season but did not need surgery during the offseason. Fantasy managers should monitor his status during spring training as he will likely compete for […]

Padres Sign Gavin Sheets To A Minor-League Contract

According to Robert Murray of FanSided.com, the San Diego Padres signed first baseman/outfielder Gavin Sheets to a minor-league contract that includes an invite to spring training. Sheets has spent his entire professional career with the Chicago White Sox. Last season, Sheets posted a .233/.303/.357 line with 24 doubles, 10 home runs, and tallied 45 RBI […]

Trevor Richards Invited To Spring Training

According to Adam McCalvy of MLB.com, the Chicago Cubs are inviting right-handed pitcher Trevor Richards to spring training. The 31-year-old inked a minor-league deal with the Cubs earlier in the offseason and has officially received his invite to the big-league camp. Last season, Richards logged 65 1/3 innings with the Minnesota Twins. He was typically […]

Matt Manning Has Unclear Role Heading Into Spring Training

According to Jason Beck of MLB.com, Detroit Tigers right-handed pitcher Matt Manning has an unclear role heading into spring training. Beck noted that while Manning has typically been deployed as a starter, he may have to shift to a bullpen role to have a spot on the MLB roster. Currently, Tarik Skubal, Jack Flaherty, Reese […]

Keider Montero Could Operate In Swing Role

According to Jason Beck of MLB.com, Detroit Tigers right-handed pitcher Keider Montero could be deployed out of the rotation and the bullpen during the 2025 season. Beck noted that while Montero will report to camp as a starter, but he may find a role in the bullpen, given the recent signing of Jack Flaherty. With […]

Joe Musgrove Could Resume Throwing Midseason

According to MLB.com, San Diego Padres starting pitcher Joe Musgrove (elbow) plans to ramp up using plyometric balls during spring training but is not expected to resume throwing until midseason. The 32-year-old underwent Tommy John surgery in October and is expected to remain sidelined during the entire 2025 season. However, seeing him begin his recovery […]

Tanner Scott To See Most Of The Save Opportunities

According to Jim Bowden of The Athletic, Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Tanner Scott is expected to see most of the save opportunities early in the season. Earlier in the offseason, the Dodgers signed Scott to a four-year, $72 million contract. However, the team also brought in Kirby Yates, who was one of the most […]

Kevin Kiermaier Shifts To Front-Office Role With Toronto

According to Keegan Matheson of MLB.com, former outfielder Kevin Kiermaier is joining the Toronto Blue Jays front office as a special assistant. The 34-year-old retired after the 2024 season and will now begin his post-playing career in a management position. Matheson noted that Kiermaier will work with the Toronto outfielders during spring training. Kiermaier spent […]

Cam Collier, Sal Stewart Invited To Spring Training

According to C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic, the Cincinnati Reds are inviting third base prospects Cam Collier and Sal Stewart to spring training. Among these two infielders, top pitching prospect Chase Burns will also receive an invite. Collier is ranked as the No. 5 prospect in the system on MLB.com. Collier was selected with […]

Zach DeLoach Sent Outright To Triple-A

According to MiLB.com, the Chicago White Sox have outrighted outfielder Zach DeLoach to Triple-A Charlotte. DeLoach made his MLB debut last summer. Across 22 contests with the White Sox, the 26-year-old posted a .209/.293/.328 slash line with five doubles and one home run. He drew walks at a solid 10.7 percent rate but generated power […]

Robert Suarez Viewed As "Most Probable" Trade Piece In San Diego

According to Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune, Padres relief pitcher Robert Suarez is viewed as the "most probable" trade piece on the roster. Acee noted that according to several sources, Michael King is "essentially off the trade block," and Dylan Cease is "likely to stay." However, Suarez remains on the trade block as […]

Houston Increases Initial Offer To Alex Bregman

According to Ari Alexander of KPRC2, the Houston Astros have increased their initial offer to free-agent third baseman Alex Bregman. However, Alexander noted that this improved offer is "unlikely" to get the job done. The Astros have shown significant interest in re-signing Bregman even after trading for third baseman Isaac Paredes. If Bregman were to […]

Blaze Jordan Would Be Included In Package To Acquire Nolan Arenado

According to John Denton of MLB.com, Boston Red Sox first base prospect Blaze Jordan would likely be included in the package to acquire third baseman Nolan Arenado from the St. Louis Cardinals. Denton noted that both teams have remained in discussions, and the Cardinals have shown interest in Jordan. St. Louis' president of baseball operations, […]

Twins Interested In Luis Urias, Paul DeJong

According to Dan Hayes of The Athletic, the Minnesota Twins have inquired about free-agent infielders Luis Urias and Paul DeJong. Hayes noted that shortly after the team acquired outfielder Harrison Bader and reliever Danny Coulombe, the focus shifted to adding an infielder. Urias spent his entire 2024 season with the Seattle Mariners. Across 109 games, […]

Lukas Dostal Stops 43 Shots In Victory

Anaheim Ducks goaltender Lukas Dostal stopped 43 of the 44 shots he faced en route to defeating the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday evening. The Ducks were heavily outshot in this contest, but Dostal was able to lead the way. His lone blemish came in the final minutes of the third period when Adrian Kempe […]

Thomas Harley Tallies Goal, Assist On Saturday

Dallas Stars defenseman Thomas Harley tallied a goal and an assist during Saturday's victory over the San Jose Sharks. Harley tallied his assist on the power-play to set up Matt Duchene to score his 22nd goal of the season. Later in the third, Harley would find the back of the net during 5-on-5 play on […]

Matt Boldy Tallies Three Points On Saturday

Minnesota Wild left wing Matt Boldy tallied two goals and an assist during their 6-3 victory over the New York Islanders on Saturday evening. Boldy tallied the primary assist on Marco Rossi's opening game in the first period. Later in the second, Boldy would find the back of the net on a tip-in. Then, in […]

Samuel Ersson Stands Tall Against Pittsburgh

Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Samuel Ersson stopped 31 of the 33 shots he faced en route to defeating the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday evening. The Flyers were heavily outshot in this contest, but Ersson was able to lead the way. He allowed his first goal to Pittsburgh defenseman Erik Karlsson in the second frame and his […]

Matthew Tkachuk Tallies Three Points In Victory

Florida Panthers left wing Matthew Tkachuk tallied three points during their 5-1 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Saturday evening. Tkachuk found the back of the net on the power-play during the second period. Later in that frame, Tkachuk would add two primary assists, one on Aleksander Barkov's 14th goal of the season and Sam […]

Thatcher Demko Exits Early On Saturday

According to the team, Vancouver Canucks goaltender Thatcher Demko (undisclosed) exited early during Saturday's contest against the Toronto Maple Leafs. Demko was only able to play 10 minutes in the opening frame and was replaced by Kevin Lankinen. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status during the international break. Vancouver's next contest will be […]

Blue Jays Inviting Matt Whatley To Spring Training

According to Keegan Matheson of MLB.com, the Toronto Blue Jays are inviting catcher Matt Whatley to spring training as a non-roster invite. Whatley was drafted by the Texas Rangers in the third round of the 2017 MLB Draft but has yet to reach the major leagues. Last season, Whatley held a .199/.294/.319 line with two […]

Blade Tidwell, Dom Hamel Will Compete For 2025 Debut

According to Will Sammon of The Athletic, New York Mets pitching prospects Blade Tidwell and Dom Hamel should compete for a major league debut during the 2025 season. Sammon noted that he expects both of these young arms to be "merit consideration" when the Mets need additional pitching depth later in the season. While both […]

White Sox Designate Steven Wilson For Assignment

According to the team, the Chicago White Sox have designated right-handed pitcher Steven Wilson for assignment. This transaction opened a roster spot for Brandon Eisert, who the team signed on Friday. Wilson logged 34 2/3 with the White Sox last summer and held a 5.71 ERA and a 1.59 WHIP. He generated a strong 31.0 […]

Rays Invite Tres Barrera, Connor Seabold To Spring Training

According to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times, the Tampa Bay Rays are inviting catcher Tres Barrera and right-handed pitcher Connor Seabold to spring training as non-roster players. Barrera spent time with the Nationals and Cardinals. Across 57 MLB contests, the backstop posted a .228/.313/.310 slash line with two home runs. In 169 contests […]

Brian Navarreto Inks Minor-League Deal With Miami

According to Isaac Azout of the Miami Herald, the Miami Marlins have signed catcher Brian Navarreto to a minor-league contract. Navarreto will not be invited to spring training. Navarreto spent an earlier stint with the Miami Marlins from 2020 through 2021. He appeared in just two MLB games and went 2-for-5 with one strikeout. Last […]

Dylan Coleman Signs Minor-League Contract With Baltimore

According to Ari Alexander of KPRC2, the Baltimore Orioles have signed right-handed pitcher Dylan Coleman to a minor-league contract. Coleman logged just one inning in the majors last season. He logged a career-high 68 frames during the 2022 season and posted a solid 2.78 ERA with a 1.24 WHIP. Coleman spent most of his 2024 […]

Carolina Could Pursue Darius Slayton

According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, wide receiver Darius Slayton could have several offers during free agency. Fowler noted that several teams are looking for top-end speed on the outside, and Slayton could find a similar contract that Darnell Mooney did prior to the 2024 season with the Atlanta Falcons (three-year $39 million). Fowler also […]

Chase Young Interested In Returning To New Orleans

According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, defensive end Chase Young is open to returning to New Orleans for the 2025 season. Young joined the Saints on a one-year deal before the 2024 campaign. Fowler noted that while a different defensive scheme could generate more sacks for Young, the former No. 2 overall pick may opt […]

Paulson Adebo Should Draw Significant Interest In Free Agency

According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, defensive back Paulson Adebo (leg) could draw significant interest on the free agent market. Fowler noted that several teams view him as a "top-three" cornerback option in the free-agent class. The 25-year-old suffered a broken femur in October but is expected to be ready for training camp. Before the […]

Tutu Atwell "Unlikely" To Return To Los Angeles

According to Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com, wide receiver Tutu Atwell is unlikely to return to the Los Angeles Rams for the 2025 season. Atwell will hit the free-agent market but is not expected to pursue a reunion with the Rams. During his four-year tenure in Los Angeles, Atwell was typically deployed as a rotational piece […]