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2/16/26 2:47 PM - Orioles’ Jackson Holliday eyes quick return from hamate surgery. Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday is hopeful that he won’t miss too much time this season after breaking his hamate bone.
Source: https://www.baltimoresun.com/2026/02/16/orioles-ja...

Byron Buxton (OF - MIN)

2/16/26 1:53 PM - Why Byron Buxton waited all offseason for the Twins to put an end to those trade rumors. Buxton was part of the winter (and 2025 trade deadline) rumor mill as the Twins broke down their roster
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/byron-buxton-tr...

Zak Kent (P - TEX)

2/16/26 1:07 PM - Cards claim Zak Kent for second time this offseason. No content provided
Source: https://www.mlb.com/news/zak-kent-second-waiver-cl...

Ty France (1B - TOR)

2/16/26 12:16 PM - Padres bring back Ty France on Minors deal. No content provided
Source: https://www.mlb.com/news/ty-france-minor-league-de...

Pete Alonso (1B - BAL)

2/16/26 12:01 PM - READER POLL: How do you grade the Orioles’ offseason moves?. The Orioles made several big moves, such as adding Pete Alonso on a $155 million deal, but they did not acquire an ace. How do you grade their offseason?
Source: https://www.baltimoresun.com/2026/02/16/reader-pol...

Josh Simpson (P - MIA)

2/16/26 11:54 AM - Mariners add relief help, acquire Josh Simpson from Marlins. No content provided
Source: https://www.mlb.com/news/josh-simpson-acquired-by-...

Cavan Biggio (OF - KC)

2/16/26 11:20 AM - Veteran Biggio joins Houston, where dad starred. Cavan Biggio is expected to join the Astros' spring training camp as a non-roster player after signing a minor league deal with the team.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47938694/cavan...

Hurston Waldrep (P - ATL)

2/16/26 11:20 AM - Braves' Waldrep has sore elbow; surgery possible. The Braves' rotation took another hit when manager Walt Weiss said right-hander Hurston Waldrep may need surgery to remove "loose bodies" found in his arm.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47941323/brave...

Bryce Harper (1B - PHI)

2/16/26 11:20 AM - Harper: Taken aback by Phillies' public critique. Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper says "it's kind of wild to me still" that president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski suggested in October that the two-time NL MVP may no longer be an elite player.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47938517/phill...

Manny Machado (3B - SD)

2/16/26 11:20 AM - Machado: Dodgers' spending 'great for the game'. Padres star Manny Machado has no problem with the rival Dodgers continuing to spend on players while his own team -- and others -- takes a backseat in free agency.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47940063/padre...

Nick Castellanos (OF - PHI)

2/16/26 11:20 AM - Castellanos thankful for fresh start with Padres. Nick Castellanos is thankful to get a fresh start with the Padres, who did their due diligence before signing the veteran after his rocky ending with the Phillies
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47941207/nick-...

Francisco Lindor (SS - NYM)

2/16/26 11:20 AM - Cohen: Will never be a captain while I own Mets. Steve Cohen said he will never name a captain as long as he owns the Mets, ceasing speculation that the team would one day bestow the title upon Francisco Lindor.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47947764/steve...

Byron Buxton (OF - MIN)

2/16/26 10:53 AM - Why Byron Buxton waited all offseason for the Twins to put an end to those trade rumors. Buxton was part of the winter (and 2025 trade deadline) rumor mill as the Twins broke down their roster
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/byron-buxton-tr...

Jackson Holliday (2B - BAL)

2/16/26 10:47 AM - Orioles’ Jackson Holliday eyes quick return from hamate surgery. Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday is hopeful that he won’t miss too much time this season after breaking his hamate bone.
Source: https://www.baltimoresun.com/2026/02/16/orioles-ja...

Shohei Ohtani (DH - LAD)

2/16/26 10:14 AM - After Record Start with Dodgers, Cy Young Could Be Next For Shohei Ohtani. After back-to-back record-setting seasons to start his 10-year, $700 million deal with the Dodgers, what’s left for Shohei Ohtani to accomplish?
Source: https://www.foxsports.com/stories/mlb/after-two-re...

Pete Alonso (1B - BAL)

2/16/26 10:01 AM - READER POLL: How do you grade the Orioles’ offseason moves?. The Orioles made several big moves, such as adding Pete Alonso on a $155 million deal, but they did not acquire an ace. How do you grade their offseason?
Source: https://www.baltimoresun.com/2026/02/16/reader-pol...

Heston Kjerstad (OF - BAL)

2/16/26 9:31 AM - 7 Orioles players with the most to prove during spring training. Heston Kjerstad, Zach Eflin and Jeremiah Jackson are among the seven Orioles players with the most to prove during spring training.
Source: https://www.baltimoresun.com/2026/02/16/orioles-pl...

Grant Holman (P - Ath)

2/16/26 8:39 AM - [SB Nation: Athletics Nation] - Elephant Rumblings: Holman Claimed By Diamondbacks. Morning everyone and happy President’s Day! Yesterday afternoon we got word that right-handed reliever Grant Holman was claimed off waivers by the Arizona Diamondbacks, ending his time in the A’s system and thinning out the bullpen: That’s lame. The A’s were clearly trying to sneak him though waivers and hoping he would go unclaimed. That […]
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...

Ty France (1B - TOR)

2/16/26 8:15 AM - Padres bring back Ty France on Minors deal (source). No content provided
Source: https://www.mlb.com/news/ty-france-minor-league-de...

Mike Trout (DH/OF - LAA)

2/16/26 7:53 AM - 2026 World Baseball Classic Odds: Mike Trout Out, USA Still Favored. Where is the USA on the World Baseball Classic oddsboard now that "Captain America" will miss the tournament? Here's the latest.
Source: https://www.foxsports.com/stories/world-baseball-c...

Bryce Harper (1B - PHI)

2/16/26 7:19 AM - Harper: Taken aback by Phillies' public critique. Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper says "it's kind of wild to me still" that president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski suggested in October that the two-time NL MVP may no longer be an elite player.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47938517/phill...

Manny Machado (3B - SD)

2/16/26 7:19 AM - Machado: Dodgers' spending 'great for the game'. Padres star Manny Machado has no problem with the rival Dodgers continuing to spend on players while his own team -- and others -- takes a backseat in free agency.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47940063/padre...

Nick Castellanos (OF - PHI)

2/16/26 7:19 AM - Castellanos thankful for fresh start with Padres. Nick Castellanos is thankful to get a fresh start with the Padres, who did their due diligence before signing the veteran after his rocky ending with the Phillies
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47941207/nick-...

Cavan Biggio (OF - KC)

2/16/26 7:19 AM - Veteran Biggio joins Houston, where dad starred. Cavan Biggio is expected to join the Astros' spring training camp as a non-roster player after signing a minor league deal with the team.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47938694/cavan...

Roki Sasaki (P - LAD)

2/16/26 7:19 AM - Sasaki working on 3rd pitch to improve as starter. The Dodgers' Roki Sasaki is working on adding a third pitch to find success as a starting pitcher.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47941305/dodge...

Hurston Waldrep (P - ATL)

2/16/26 7:19 AM - Braves' Hurston has sore elbow; surgery possible. The Braves' rotation took another hit when manager Walt Weiss said right-hander Hurston Waldrep may need surgery to remove "loose bodies" found in his arm.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47941323/brave...

Juan Soto (OF - NYM)

2/16/26 4:15 AM - ICYMI in Mets Land: Juan Soto, Francisco Lindor talk offseason changes, expectations for 2026. Here's what happened in Mets Land during spring training workouts on Sunday, in case you missed it...
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/icymi-mets-land-juan-soto-...

Heston Kjerstad (OF - BAL)

2/15/26 8:51 PM - Orioles’ Heston Kjerstad ‘back to full health’ after unspecified ailment. Orioles outfielder Heston Kjerstad spoke publicly Sunday for the first time since going on the injured list with “fatigue” last season.
Source: https://www.baltimoresun.com/2026/02/15/orioles-he...

Aaron Civale (P - Ath)

2/15/26 5:56 PM - [MLB: Athletics] - Civale on joining A's 'awesome young group,' playing for 6th team in 8 years. MESA, Ariz. -- Aaron Civale will enter his eighth Major League season playing for his sixth different team after signing a one-year deal with the Athletics.
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...

Roki Sasaki (P - LAD)

2/15/26 5:53 PM - Healthy and stronger, Dodgers’ Roki Sasaki in better position to succeed in 2nd season. Sasaki's late-season move to the bullpen saved his rookie season from being a disappointment. Back to starting this year, he is working to expand his pitch mix.
Source: https://www.ocregister.com/2026/02/15/healthy-and-...

Hurston Waldrep (P - ATL)

2/15/26 4:40 PM - Braves' Hurston has sore elbow; surgery possible. The Braves' rotation took another hit when manager Walt Weiss said right-hander Hurston Waldrep may need surgery to remove "loose bodies" found in his arm.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47941323/brave...

Tarik Skubal (P - DET)

2/15/26 3:47 PM - Tarik Skubal: Back-to-back Cy winner ... and aspiring barista?. No content provided
Source: https://www.mlb.com/news/tarik-skubal-buys-espress...

Reid Detmers (P - LAA)

2/15/26 3:38 PM - Angels’ Reid Detmers brings lessons from bullpen in return to the rotation. Detmers, 26, was inconsistent as a starter, so the Angels moved him to the bullpen in 2025. He had a more aggressive mindset as a reliever, leading to more success. Now he's getting a chance at starting again.
Source: https://www.ocregister.com/2026/02/15/angels-reid-...

Zac Gallen (P - AZ)

2/15/26 2:21 PM - Gallen returns to D-backs with one-year contract. The Diamondbacks are bringing back starting pitcher Zac Gallen for the 2026 season, the team confirmed Sunday.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47924471/d-bac...

Nathaniel Lowe (1B - BOS)

2/15/26 2:21 PM - Reds sign veteran 1B Lowe to minor-league deal. The Cincinnati Reds have signed veteran first baseman Nathaniel Lowe to a minor league contract with an invite to major league camp in spring training, the team announced.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47932541/reds-...

Paul Sewald (P - AZ)

2/15/26 2:21 PM - D-backs bring back righty Sewald on 1-year deal. The Diamondbacks and reliever Paul Sewald have agreed to terms on a one-year, $1.5 million deal.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47928167/diamo...

Nick Castellanos (OF - PHI)

2/15/26 2:21 PM - Source: Padres add OF Castellanos, two pitchers. The Padres agreed to several deals Saturday, including outfielder Nick Castellanos, veteran pitcher German Marquez and fellow righty Griffin Canning, a source confirmed to ESPN.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47927758/sourc...

Bryce Harper (1B - PHI)

2/15/26 2:21 PM - Harper: Taken aback by Phillies' public critique. Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper says "it's kind of wild to me still" that president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski suggested in October that the two-time NL MVP may no longer be an elite player.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47938517/phill...

Cavan Biggio (OF - KC)

2/15/26 2:21 PM - Veteran Biggio joins Houston, where dad starred. Cavan Biggio is expected to join the Astros' spring training camp as a non-roster player after signing a minor league deal with the team.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47938694/cavan...

Kyle Bradish (P - BAL)

2/15/26 1:33 PM - Orioles pitcher Kyle Bradish feels ‘normal’ but expects to have innings limit. Ahead of his first full season back from Tommy John surgery, Orioles pitcher Kyle Bradish said he expects to have some form of workload constraints.
Source: https://www.baltimoresun.com/2026/02/15/orioles-ky...

Manny Machado (3B - SD)

2/15/26 12:41 PM - Manny Machado pushes for A.J. Preller contract extension as Padres spring training begins. Padres star credits Preller will building recent teams on a budget, says he hopes new owner continues Peter Seidler's vision
Source: https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2026/02/15/ma...

Bryce Harper (1B - PHI)

2/15/26 11:55 AM - Harper: Taken aback by Phillies' public critique. Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper said Sunday "it's kind of wild to me still" that president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski suggested in October the two-time NL MVP may no longer be an elite player.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47938517/phill...

Cavan Biggio (OF - KC)

2/15/26 11:55 AM - Veteran Biggio joins Houston, where dad starred. Cavan Biggio is expected to join the Astros' spring training camp as a non-roster player on Sunday after signing a minor league deal with the team.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47938694/cavan...

Henry Baez (P - Ath)

2/15/26 11:00 AM - [SB Nation: Athletics Nation] - Athletics Community Prospect List: Baez Takes 13th Spot. *In an effort to make the nomination votingeasier for everyone, I will comment, “NOMINATIONS”, and you may reply to that with your picks and upvote the player you’d like to see on the next nominee list. The next player to land on our annual CPL is right-hander Henry Baez. One of the return pieces for Mason […]
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...

Francisco Lindor (SS - NYM)

2/15/26 10:55 AM - Mets' Francisco Lindor 'optimistic' about Opening Day chances, believes 2026 Mets are better than last year's team. Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor discussed his hamate injury, his disappointment in not being insured to play in the World Baseball Classic, and the chemistry in the clubhouse.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-francisco-lindor-opti...

Chris Bassitt (P - TOR)

2/15/26 10:30 AM - Orioles have what it takes to win title? Chris Bassitt thinks so. | ANALYSIS. Orioles pitcher Chris Bassitt wants to get back to the World Series. The 11-year veteran believes that Baltimore is the place to do that.
Source: https://www.baltimoresun.com/2026/02/15/orioles-an...

Ben Rortvedt (C - LAD)

2/15/26 10:30 AM - Mets claim catcher Ben Rortvedt off waivers from Dodgers. The Mets are adding some catcher depth at the start of spring training, claiming Ben Rortvedt off waivers from the Los Angeles Dodgers. Dedniel Núñez moved to the 60-day injured list to make room on New York's 40-man roster.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-claim-catcher-ben-ror...

Devin Williams (P - NYM)

2/15/26 10:00 AM - Carlos Mendoza confident in 'hungry' Devin Williams to be Mets' closer: 'He’s gonna get big outs for us'. Devin Williams may believe the closer’s role is something he has to earn, but Mets manager Carlos Mendoza is ready to pencil in the right-hander’s name into the job at the start of spring training.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/devin-williams-mets-closer...

Kyle Tucker (OF - LAD)

2/15/26 9:17 AM - Passan: Kyle Tucker's Dodgers contract might have been the final blow for labor peace. MLB fans are angry -- and players and owners are, too. What did this offseason mean for baseball's coming labor strife?
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47620464/mlb-2...

Paul Sewald (P - AZ)

2/15/26 9:13 AM - D-backs bring back righty Sewald on 1-year deal. The Diamondbacks and reliever Paul Sewald have agreed to terms on a one-year, $1.5 million deal.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47928167/diamo...

Gerrit Cole (P - NYY)

2/15/26 9:13 AM - Yanks' Cole feels 'good,' may pitch in spring games. Yankees right-hander Gerrit Cole on Friday confirmed he may pitch in Grapefruit League games before the end of spring training, as he works his way back from Tommy John surgery.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47923043/yanke...

Nick Castellanos (OF - PHI)

2/15/26 9:13 AM - Source: Padres add OF Castellanos, two pitchers. The Padres agreed to several deals Saturday, including outfielder Nick Castellanos, veteran pitcher German Marquez and fellow righty Griffin Canning, a source confirmed to ESPN.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47927758/sourc...

Nathaniel Lowe (1B - BOS)

2/15/26 9:13 AM - Reds sign veteran 1B Lowe to minor-league deal. The Cincinnati Reds have signed veteran first baseman Nathaniel Lowe to a minor league contract with an invite to major league camp in spring training, the team announced.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47932541/reds-...

Shohei Ohtani (DH - LAD)

2/15/26 9:13 AM - Ohtani's focus on 'being healthy,' shot at Cy Young. Shohei Ohtani's 27-pitch mound session at the Dodgers' sprawling complex Friday morning marked the start of spring training and, more notably, of his return to a full-time two-way role.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47923916/dodge...

Zac Gallen (P - AZ)

2/15/26 9:13 AM - Source: D-backs keeping Gallen on 1-year deal. Zac Gallen is staying with the Diamondbacks after agreeing to a one-year deal worth $22.05 million, a source confirmed to ESPN.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47924471/d-bac...

Calvin Faucher (P - MIA)

2/15/26 9:13 AM - Marlins win case vs. Faucher; players finish 8-4. The Marlins defeated Calvin Faucher in the final salary arbitration case this year, leaving players with an 8-4 advantage in hearings.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47929268/marli...

Jasson Dominguez (OF - NYY)

2/15/26 8:15 AM - In crowded Yankees' outfield, Jasson Dominguez aware he may be odd man out. Jasson Dominguez, facing the prospect of again being crowded out of the Yankees' outfield, acknowledged the possibility that he may be forced to start the 2026 MLB season at Triple-A to get consistent playing time.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/yankees-outfield-jasson-do...

Jack Perkins (P - Ath)

2/15/26 8:09 AM - [Fan Nation] - Will Jack Perkins Be a Starter or a Reliever in 2026?. The Athletics will have a big decision on their hands this spring when it comes to how to utilize Jack Perkins
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...

Chris Bassitt (P - TOR)

2/15/26 7:30 AM - Orioles have what it takes to win title? Chris Bassitt thinks so. | ANALYSIS. Orioles pitcher Chris Bassitt wants to get back to the World Series. The 11-year veteran believes that Baltimore is the place to do that.
Source: https://www.baltimoresun.com/2026/02/15/orioles-an...

Konnor Griffin (OF/SS - PIT)

2/15/26 1:00 AM - Prospect News: They Tell Me You’re A Switch Hitter. Interesting couple weeks in the Acuña family chat. Ronald got to dance the halftime away with Bad Bunny at the Super Bowl, which probably made him feel young again a few days before Pirates SS Konnor Griffin probably made him feel old by saying he grew up watching him. On the other end of the professional development spectrum, Luisangel’s new boss very publicly thinks he’s somebody he’s not. White Sox Senior Vice President and General Manager Chris Getz couldn’t stop referring to the younger brother as a switch-hitter when discussing the Luis Robert trade during media hits. Rumors suggest he thought he was trading for Ronny Maurcio and got crossed up in the process. Gotta be just rumors, right? That’s way too big a mistake to make with that job title. Although, alternatively, that’s exactly the kind of job title you might have if you find yourself getting away with such a mistake. And Mauricio would make a lot more sense to me as a trade target for a team in Chicago’s spot. Hard to see how Getz could’ve handled the whole Luis Robert Jr. saga any worse.
Source: https://razzball.com/prospect-news-they-tell-me-yo...