Hyeseong Kim Could Start In The Minors

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has left open the possibility that rookie infielder Hyeseong Kim starting the year in the minor leagues as he continues to make swing adjustments after coming over from Korea. General manager Brandon Gomes has also been non-committal about where Kim will begin the 2025 regular season, although there is […]

Jose Altuve To Play Left Field In A Game Later This Week

MLB.com's Brian McTaggart reports that Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve will play in his first Grapefruit League game in left field later this week. Even though the Astros didn't re-sign third baseman Alex Bregman, it appears that the team plans on playing Altuve quite a bit in left field in 2025, which should open […]

Orelvis Martinez Showing Power Early In Grapefruit League

Toronto Blue Jays infield prospect Orelvis Martinez has gone 2-for-4 with a double and home run during his first two spring training games. Martinez has also held a 1:1 BB:K ratio. The infielder went deep during Saturday's contest against the New York Yankees. The 23-year-old is expected to see time at both the keystone and […]

Christian Moore Expected To Play At Second And Third Base During Camp

Los Angeles Angels infield prospect Christian Moore is expected to see time at second and third base during spring training. Moore was drafted with the eighth overall pick in last year's MLB Draft. The Tennessee product made an impact through his first taste of professional baseball last season and has a good chance to break […]

Nick Madrigal Placed On 60-Day Injured List

The New York Mets have placed second baseman Nick Madrigal (shoulder) on the 60-day injured list. This transaction opened a spot on the roster for outfielder Alexander Canario, who the team acquired in a trade from the Chicago Cubs on Monday. Madrigal suffered a fractured shoulder during Sunday's spring training contest. He was initially diagnosed […]

Later-Round Values for Runs - Fantasy Baseball Category Boosters

If you target power-hitting early in your fantasy baseball drafts, you may be near the bottom in run projections, as most of the players bat in the heart of a lineup and not near the top. Many of these sluggers are responsible for bringing in runs and not scoring them. However, several options are going […]

Tyler Fitzgerald Fully Cleared From Back Injury

San Francisco Giants infielder/outfielder Tyler Fitzgerald (back) has been cleared to participate fully in baseball activities and is expected to play in games during the weekend. Fitzgerald has been limited with a lower-back injury during the early part of camp. However, seeing him return to full activities suggests he will not face any restrictions by […]

Later-Round Values for Batting Average - Fantasy Baseball AVG Specialists

When chasing elite power early in your draft, you are likely sacrificing your batting average production. These hitters could provide you with high power upside, but, in turn, can you put you at the bottom in batting average. However, there are several hitters going late in drafts that can help offset these power hitters and […]

Nick Madrigal Suffers Fractured Shoulder

The New York Mets announced on Monday that infielder Nick Madrigal (shoulder) fractured his left shoulder when he dislocated it during Sunday's Grapefruit League game. According to manager Carlos Mendoza, Madrigal will be "out for a long time." The injuries are already mounting for the Mets early in spring training, with starting pitchers Frankie Montas […]

Fantasy Baseball Prospect Rankings - Eric Cross' Top 100 Dynasty Prospects (February 2025 Updates)

Do you smell that? That sweet smell in the air is the smell of baseball being back in our lives and spring training games underway. It's a glorious time of year, isn't it? That was a rhetorical question because, of course, the answer is a resounding yes. I'm always making updates to my fantasy baseball […]

Too Expensive? Second Base Fantasy Baseball ADPs That May Be Overvalued

As MLB teams ramp up through spring training, fantasy baseball players are likewise getting their research reps in and gearing up for the best part of this game we play: fantasy baseball draft season. Some of us have been drafting for weeks if not months, and one of the clearest trends we’ve discovered is the weakness […]

Austin Martin To Primarily Play In The Outfield

Minnesota Twins outfielder Austin Martin is expected to primarily play in the outfield during spring training. Last season, Martin spent most of his time in the outfield but did see occasional starts at second base. Throughout the early part of spring training games, Martin has served as the team's center fielder. Manager Rocco Baldelli noted […]

Luisangel Acuna Set For Expanded Role

New York Mets infield prospect Luisangel Acuna is expected to have a more significant role with second baseman Nick Madrigal (shoulder) sidelined. Madrigal suffered a dislocated shoulder during Sunday's spring training contest and could miss the start of the regular season. This now opens the door for Acuna to compete for a spot on the […]

Edouard Julien, Brooks Lee Competing For Second Base Job

Minnesota Twins infielder Edouard Julien and prospect Brooks Lee are expected to compete for starts at second base during spring training. Willi Castro is also expected to be in the mix as well but could find a role at another position. Last season, Julien held an underwhelming .199/.292/.323 line with eight home runs and six […]

Nick Madrigal Suffers Dislocated Shoulder

New York Mets second baseman Nick Madrigal (shoulder) sustained a dislocated shoulder during Sunday's spring training contest. Madrigal received the starting nod at shortstop in this contest but was pulled from the game in the opening frame after charging a ground ball. The team is waiting on the MRI results to determine the severity of […]

Tyler Fitzgerald Nearing Spring Debut

San Francisco Giants infielder/outfielder Tyler Fitzgerald (back) is nearing his spring debut. Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reported that the 27-year-old is expected to see game action later this week/weekend. Fitzgerald has been limited during the early part of camp due to a back injury. However, seeing that he is nearing his spring […]

Hyeseong Kim To See Work In Center Field

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Hyeseong Kim is expected to see work in center field during spring training. Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic noted that Kim would also continue to see opportunities at second base and shortstop. The team views Kim's speed as a potential positive in center field. He would also provide them with a […]

Connor Norby Eyeing 30 Home Runs

Miami Marlins second baseman/third baseman Connor Norby is eyeing to hit 30 home runs during the 2025 campaign. The 24-year-old is slated to be Miami's everyday third baseman during the upcoming season. He made his MLB debut last summer. During his first 45 MLB contests, Norby went deep nine times and held a .236/.294/.438. However, […]

Cole Young Likely To Begin At Triple-A

MLB.com's Michael Avallone writes that Seattle Mariners shortstop/second baseman Cole Young will likely begin the 2025 season at Triple-A Tacoma. The team's first-round pick in 2022 took a step back from his breakout season in 2023 but did spend the entire season at Double-A Arkansas at just 21 years old in 2024. He slashed .271/.369/.390 […]

Aaron Schunk Outrighted To Triple-A

The Colorado Rockies announced on Friday that infielder Aaron Schunk cleared waivers and has been outrighted to Triple-A Albuquerque. After being designated for assignment, Schunk will remain in major-league spring training as a non-roster invite. The 27-year-old will most likely open the 2025 regular season with Albuquerque but could eventually rejoin the big-league roster as […]

Jonathan India Starting In Left Field In Spring Opener

Kansas City Royals infielder Jonathan India will hit leadoff and start in left field in the team's Cactus League opener on Friday against the Texas Rangers at Surprise Stadium. The Royals acquired India from the Cincinnati Reds in the offseason in exchange for right-hander Brady Singer. The 28-year-old has never played a position other than […]

Overvalued Fantasy Baseball Hitters To Avoid Drafting In 2025 (AL Edition)

Running the same old league formats can get a little boring sometimes, but a fun way to spice them up is by opting for an AL-only league. In these formats, the player pool comprises only players on American League teams. This league format can be a lot of fun, but also anxiety-inducing when you learn […]

Kristian Campbell Has Chance To Play Every Day At Second Base

Boston Red Sox prospect Kristian Campbell has a chance to play every day at second base to begin the season. The 22-year-old appears to be ready for the MLB after hitting .330/.439/.558 with 20 home runs, 77 RBI, and 20 stolen bases between three different minor-league levels last season. However, the signing of Alex Bregman […]

Fantasy Baseball Draft Values: Later-Round Hitters to Target in Draft and Hold Leagues (2025)

We love the word sleeper in the fantasy world, especially when we can identify ones in the later rounds. Typically, draft-and-hold leagues tend to be 12 to 15 rounds, so in this article we're looking at hitters around pick 300 and beyond. Below we identify later-round hitters to target by looking at skills, projections, and […]

Fantasy Baseball Draft Targets (C, 1B, 2B, 3B, SS) - Infielders To Prioritize for 2025

In this piece, I will identify some of my top fantasy baseball draft targets at each infield position (catcher, first base, second base, shortstop, and third base) and why you should highlight them on your draft board. In my analysis I will explain why each player is a strong choice at their current ADP, provided […]

Orelvis Martinez Bouncing Between Second And Third Base

Toronto Blue Jays infield prospect Orelvis Martinez is expected to split time between second and third base during spring training. Blue Jays manager John Schneider noted that the infielder still has a lot to prove on the defensive side of his game. Last season, Martinez got the call to the majors in June but was […]

Curtis Mead Adds Weight In The Offseason

Tampa Bay Rays second baseman Curtis Mead added weight during the offseason. Mead did this to hit the ball harder and retain his strength through the long season. Mead has appeared in 62 MLB contests over the past two seasons but has yet to enjoy any sustained success. During the 2023 season, Mead held a […]

Christian Moore Has "Really Good Chance" To Make Opening Day Roster

MLB.com's Jonathan Mayo thinks that Los Angeles Angels infield prospect Christian Moore has "a really, really good chance to make this team." The Angels have notoriously been very aggressive with promoting their young prospects despite having minimal professional experience. Moore was taken eighth overall in 2024 out of the University of Tennessee and didn't disappoint, […]

Luis Garcia Jr. Firmly Entrenched As Starting Second Baseman

MASN's Mark Zuckerman writes that Washington Nationals second baseman Luis Garcia Jr. is firmly entrenched as the everyday second baseman for the team going into the 2025 season after he was seemingly on the hot seat every day during spring training a year ago because of his defensive struggles. "Luis is in a different place," […]

Tyler Fitzgerald Resumes Baseball Activities

San Francisco Giants middle infielder Tyler Fitzgerald (back) is set to resume baseball activities at spring training on Thursday. Fitzgerald has been dealing with a lower-back injury early in spring training, but it's not considered very serious. The 27-year-old might be delayed in playing in Cactus League games initially, but he should be ready well […]