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Cody Bellinger (OF/1B/DH - NYY)
3/26/25 2:00 PM -
Former Cubs thriving with their new teams in 2025 isn't necessarily a bad thing. It was not fun to see a Chicago Cubs fan favorite like Cody Bellinger get traded to the New York Yankees in a move made just to be rid of his contract. The Cubs acquired All-Star Kyle Tucker to play right field and plan to go with Michael Busch at first, Pete Crow-Armstrong in center and Seiya Suzuki at DH, which made Bellinger (who will not and should not be used in a utility or bench role) an odd man out.
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https://cubbiescrib.com/these-2-former-cubs-vetera...
Cody Bradford (P - TEX)
3/26/25 1:57 PM -
In the era of big velocities, some pitchers are still finding other ways to succeed. Texas Rangers left-hander Cody Bradford says he realized early in his development that he probably wouldn’t ever possess the type of fastball that causes scouts to take a second look at their radar guns. It hasn’t stopped him from finding a home in the majors, even in an era focused on pushing velocities higher and higher. Bradford’s part of a small fraternity of pitchers who have bucked recent trends by maintaining successful careers without throwing particularly hard. The club includes Pittsburgh's Bailey Falter, Cleveland's Ben Lively and Cincinnati reliever Brent Suter among others.
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https://www.chron.com/sports/article/in-the-era-of...
Gerrit Cole (P - NYY)
3/26/25 12:36 PM -
When is Yankees' Opening Day?: Date, time, how to watch. The New York Yankees will get their 2025 regular season underway on Tuesday at Yankee Stadium. As the team faces the Milwaukee Brewers on Opening Day, they'll have to do it without some of their biggest stars, including pitcher Gerrit Cole, who suffered a season-ending injury in spring training. The Yankees made some big moves in the offseason.
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https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/sports/when-is-yan...
Gleyber Torres (2B - DET)
3/26/25 12:36 PM -
Detroit Tigers Make Bold Roster Decision on Former First Overall Pick. With the regular season nearly here for the Detroit Tigers, the team has made a big roster decision with the new campaign looming. One of the biggest question marks for the Tigers coming into the year is whether their offense is going to be good enough to truly compete. This winter, the only notable addition to improve was bringing in Gleyber Torres from the New York Yankees.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/tigers/news/detroit-tigers-...
Marcus Semien (2B - TEX)
3/26/25 12:15 PM -
Here are the Texas Rangers' players walk-up songs for the 2025 MLB season. Rangers Here are the Texas Rangers' players walk-up songs for the 2025 MLB season Music is set to fill Globe Life Field again this week as the Texas Rangers begin the MLB season. Here's the walk-out song each Rangers player picked. Credit: AP Texas Rangers second base Marcus Semien throws to first base during a game March 24, 2025, Arlington. (AP Photo/Albert Pena) Author: Rachel Snyder Published: 3:14 PM CDT March 26, 2025 Updated: 3:14 PM CDT March 26, 2025 ARLINGTON, Texas — Texas Rangers fans know the role music can play in setting the tone for a game and hyping up a crowd. Creed's music, for example, was ubiquitous during the Rangers' 2023 World Series playoff run and title win. The man
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https://www.wfaa.com/article/sports/mlb/rangers/te...
Justin Anderson (P - CHW)
3/26/25 12:00 PM -
Turns out Justin Anderson will not be the Chicago White Sox closer. Turns out Justin Anderson will not be the Chicago White Sox closer He did not even make the 26-man roster. By Todd Welter | Share on Facebook Share on X Copy Article Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images Share on Facebook Share on X Share on Reddit Copy Article The thought was that when the Chicago White Sox tendered Justin Anderson a contract in the offseason, he would likely be the team's closer. After a terrible spring training, he did not even make the Opening Day 26-man roster. The White Sox demoted Anderson to Triple-A Charlotte as the team continues to cut down the roster to down to 26 before Opening Day tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/WXUPeGsQVD — Chicago White Sox (@whitesox) March 26, 2025 Anderson
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https://southsideshowdown.com/turns-out-justin-and...
Jorge Soler (DH/OF - LAA)
3/26/25 11:53 AM -
Jorge Soler brings power, playoff pedigree to Los Angeles Angels. The Los Angeles Angels made a big splash during the offseason, trading for power hitter Jorge Soler. The Angels are Soler's sixth team in an 11-year big league career. The Atlanta Braves sent Soler to the Angels on Halloween in 2024, a day after the World Series ended, and he has two years remaining on his contract.
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https://cronkitenews.azpbs.org/2025/03/26/jorge-so...
Triston Casas (1B - BOS)
3/26/25 11:00 AM -
Red Sox Insider Shares Much-Needed Update On Boston Trio. The Boston Red Sox have been bitten by the injury bug throughout Spring Training but with Opening Day set to be here on Thursday, it sounds like everything is trending in the right direction. First baseman Triston Casas had a slight scare in Mexico after barehanding a ball to protect himself. Romy Gonzalez has been dealing with an oblique injury. There were at least slight questions about all three with Opening Day coming on Thursday.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/red-sox/boston-red-sox-news...
Cole Ragans (P - KC)
3/26/25 10:47 AM -
Royals owner John Sherman talks about upcoming season on eve of Opening Day. Kansas City, Mo. — Join the Kansas City Royals as they workout Wednesday at Kauffman Stadium on the eve of Opening Day. We’ll also hear from star players, as well as the team owner and manager, Wednesday afternoon. Before the workout, Opening Day starting pitcher Cole Ragans will speak about the 2025 season alongside Royals […]
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https://sports.yahoo.com/article/royals-owner-john...
Ezequiel Duran (3B/OF - TEX)
3/26/25 10:35 AM -
Here's what the Texas Rangers' Opening Day roster is looking like, so far. Mlb Here's what the Texas Rangers' Opening Day roster is looking like, so far The Texas Rangers are back Thursday with an Opening Day matchup against the Boston Red Sox. Credit: AP Texas Rangers third baseman Ezequiel Duran (20) and right fielder Adolis Garcia (53) warm up during spring training baseball (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson) Author: Ryan Osborne Published: 10:33 AM CDT March 26, 2025 Updated: 1:34 PM CDT March 26, 2025 ARLINGTON, Texas — Watch WFAA+ all day Thursday for Texas Rangers Opening Day coverage, including a live look from Globe Life Field at 1 p.m. Don't have WFAA+? Here's how to download and install . Baseball is back. And the Texas Rangers Opening Day roster is nearly set. Two
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https://www.kcentv.com/article/sports/mlb/texas-ra...
Luis Gil (P - NYY)
3/26/25 10:34 AM -
Yankees 'failed' to acquire former Mets slugger just before Opening Day. The New York Yankees have been hit hard by injuries early on this year. During spring training, they lost Luis Gil, Giancarlo Stanton, Clarke Schmidt, D.J. LeMahieu, and of course Gerrit Cole. Recently, New York has been searching for a solution at third base, as well as a right-handed bat. According to Joel Sherman of the New York Post, New York actually attempting to trade for former New York Mets slugger Mark Canha.
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https://www.sportingnews.com/us/mlb/new-york-yanke...
Jeff Hoffman (P - TOR)
3/26/25 10:12 AM -
Latham Native Jeff Hoffman Ready for 10th MLB Season Ahead of Blue Jays Season Opener. As Major League Baseball's Opening Day arrives, teams across the league are introducing fresh faces to their rosters. Among them is a name familiar to many in the Capital Region—Latham native Jeff Hoffman.' Hoffman, a right-handed relief pitcher, is set to begin his 10th MLB season with the Toronto Blue Jays, the same team that originally drafted him ninth overall in the 2014 MLB Draft. “Still feels a little weird putting this jersey back on,” Hoffman said.
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https://cbs6albany.com/news/local/latham-native-je...
Cody Bradford (P - TEX)
3/26/25 9:57 AM -
In the era of big velocities, some pitchers are still finding other ways to succeed. Texas Rangers left-hander Cody Bradford says he realized early in his development that he probably wouldn’t ever possess the type of fastball that causes scouts to take a second look at their radar guns. It hasn’t stopped him from finding a home in the majors, even in an era focused on pushing velocities higher and higher. Bradford’s part of a small fraternity of pitchers who have bucked recent trends by maintaining successful careers without throwing particularly hard. The club includes Pittsburgh's Bailey Falter, Cleveland's Ben Lively and Cincinnati reliever Brent Suter among others.
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https://www.chron.com/sports/article/in-the-era-of...
Kristian Campbell (2B - BOS)
3/26/25 9:49 AM -
MLB Analyst Makes Huge Prediction For Red Sox's Kristian Campbell. Keith Law believes Kristian Campbell's first season with the Red Sox will be a very successful one. The Campbell era in Boston is upon us, as the 22-year-old on Sunday found out he made the Red Sox's Opening Day roster. The 2023 fourth-round pick is set to begin his big league journey Thursday when he starts at second base for Boston's season-opening showdown with the Rangers in Texas. As Campbell's up-and-down spring training suggested the Georgia Tech product will encounter some growing pains over the course of his debut campaign.
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https://nesn.com/2025/03/mlb-analyst-makes-huge-pr...
Jarren Duran (OF - BOS)
3/26/25 9:00 AM -
Red Sox Could Trade Gold Glover To Mariners For Former No. 12 Overall Pick. The Boston Red Sox made some gigantic moves this offseason, but they might not be done in that regard, even with the regular season beginning on Thursday. Boston has a surplus of Major League-ready talent at the top end of its organizational depth chart, which has created good problems at a few positions. Take the Red Sox outfield as an example. Boston will begin the season with an elite, young outfield featuring All-Star Jarren Duran and rising stars Ceddanne Rafaela and Wilyer Abreu.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/red-sox/boston-red-sox-news...
Jon Singleton (1B - HOU)
3/26/25 8:19 AM -
Astros release Singleton two days before opener. Veteran first baseman Jon Singleton, 33, who had hit .171 with a .239 on-base percentage, no homers and two RBIs in 17 spring training games, was released Tuesday by the Houston Astros, who open the season on Thursday against the New York Mets.
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https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/44405069/first...
Jose Ramirez (3B/DH - CLE)
3/26/25 8:03 AM -
Five players not named Jose Ramirez will dictate Guardians success in 2025. An elbow injury suffered in spring training last year delayed Williams' return to the starting rotation until July 3. Guardians general manager Mike Chernoff is confident the bad times are behind the 25-year-old right-hander from East Carolina. Williams was 3-5 with a 3.29 ERA as a rookie in 2023.
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https://www.morningjournal.com/2025/03/26/five-pla...
Steven Kwan (OF - CLE)
3/26/25 7:59 AM -
Analyst Delivers Astonishing Prediction for Guardians Star. Cleveland Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan enjoyed a breakout season in 2024, but how much can he build on that in 2025, if at all? Kwan flirted with .400 for a bit last year, but ultimately ended up hitting just .291 courtesy of a miserable second-half slide. Heading into the new MLB campaign, there are big expectations for Kwan, and James Mastrucci of Away Back Gone has dropped a wildly bold prediction for the lefty: hitting over 25 home runs. "Kwan hit a career-high 14 home runs last season in 122 games, surpassing his home run total from the previous two seasons by three," Mastrucci wrote.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/guardians/news/analyst-deli...
Ezequiel Duran (3B/OF - TEX)
3/26/25 7:34 AM -
Here's what the Texas Rangers' Opening Day roster is looking like, so far. Rangers Here's what the Texas Rangers' Opening Day roster is looking like, so far The Texas Rangers are back Thursday with an Opening Day matchup against the Boston Red Sox. Credit: AP Texas Rangers third baseman Ezequiel Duran (20) and right fielder Adolis Garcia (53) warm up during spring training baseball (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson) Author: Ryan Osborne Published: 10:33 AM CDT March 26, 2025 Updated: 10:33 AM CDT March 26, 2025 ARLINGTON, Texas — Watch WFAA+ all day Thursday for Texas Rangers Opening Day coverage, including a live look from Globe Life Field at 1 p.m. Don't have WFAA+? Here's how to download and install . Baseball is back. And the Texas Rangers Opening Day roster is nearly set.
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https://www.wfaa.com/article/sports/mlb/rangers/te...
Michael Lorenzen (P - KC)
3/26/25 7:25 AM -
Royals Insider Reveals Newest Addition Will Bat Leadoff In 2025. The Kansas City Royals made several key moves this past offseason, retaining veteran pitchers Michael Lorenzen and Michael Wacha while also signing Carlos Estevez and trading for Jonathan India. For India, the Royals had to give up right-hander Brady Singer, but it was a small price to pay to improve their offense for 2025. India has looked good at spring training.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/royals/news/royals-insider-...
Mason Miller (P - Ath)
3/26/25 7:23 AM -
[SB Nation: Athletics Nation] - Driveline Chat: Kyle Boddy Interview, Part III of III. This is the final of 3 installments of my interview with Driveline’s Kyle Boddy. Part I can be found here and Part II can be found here. Enjoy the Mason Miller story and Boddy’s assessment of A’s...
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https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
Triston Casas (1B - BOS)
3/26/25 7:00 AM -
Red Sox Predicted To Reverse Course On Triston Casas Trade By End Of 2025. Boston Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas made it through one winter of trade rumors. All offseason, Casas was being floated left and right in trade rumors, presumably to land a top starting pitcher. The logic was that by trading Casas, the Red Sox could sign a powerful right-handed bat to play third base and shift Rafael Devers to first.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/red-sox/boston-red-sox-news...
Cody Bradford (P - TEX)
3/26/25 6:57 AM -
In the era of big velocities, some pitchers are still finding other ways to succeed. Texas Rangers left-hander Cody Bradford says he realized early on that he probably wouldn’t ever possess the type of fastball that causes scouts to take a second look at their radar guns. It hasn’t stopped him from finding a home in the majors even as his peers push their velocities higher and higher. “God didn’t gift me with the ability to throw 100 miles an hour,” Bradford said.
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https://sports.yahoo.com/article/era-big-velocitie...
Connor Wong (C - BOS)
3/26/25 6:00 AM -
Red Sox Predicted To Replace Connor Wong; Phillies $115M Star Floated As Trade Fit. Connor Wong is under a surprising amount of pressure for a player the Boston Red Sox expect to hit at the bottom of their lineup. Wong seized the starting job on a full-time basis for the first time in 2024, thanks to a mini-breakout season at the plate. Fast forward to March, and Teel plays for the Chicago White Sox, which helped Boston land new superstar pitcher Garrett Crochet. It was a move the Red Sox were largely applauded for making, but it suddenly thrust the 28-year-old Wong under a microscope.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/red-sox/boston-red-sox-news...
Garrett Crochet (P - BOS)
3/26/25 5:31 AM -
Red Sox insider links team to blockbuster trade for Phillies $115 million slugger. The Boston Red Sox have gone full throttle to improve their chances of returning to the playoffs in 2025. This past offseason, the team pulled off a blockbuster trade to land southpaw Garrett Crochet, signed veterans Walker Buehler and Aroldis Chapman and landed one of the most coveted free agents on the market in Alex Bregman. The Red Sox have answered a lot of questions about their roster before the season begins. Rounding up his 2025 season predictions for the team, MassLive's Red Sox insider Chris Cotillo linked the team to a potential trade for one of the most accomplished catchers in all of baseball.
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https://www.sportingnews.com/us/mlb/boston-red-sox...
Kristian Campbell (2B - BOS)
3/26/25 5:07 AM -
Red Sox Final 2 Roster Candidates Revealed By Insider. The Boston Red Sox have been hard at work finalizing the team's active roster ahead of Opening Day. There's already been plenty of reports that have come out about the team's plans, including putting Kristian Campbell on the big league roster. Campbell even opened up about what it means for him to be on the team's active roster. The team reportedly is looking to fill the final roster spot and it's coming down to Cooper Criswell and Brennan Bernardino, according to Alex Speier of the Boston Globe.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/red-sox/boston-red-sox-news...
Aaron Judge (OF/DH - NYY)
3/26/25 5:00 AM -
Aaron Judge-Juan Soto debate is an epic New York throwback that leaves no dream too big. mlb preview 2025 Mike Vaccaro Aaron Judge-Juan Soto debate is an epic New York throwback that leaves no dream too big By Mike Vaccaro Published March 26, 2025, 8:00 a.m. ET Yankees star Aaron Judge Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post There are a lot of things that make it unbelievably cool to have two baseball teams in town. It's always been the case: All the Subway Series of the '30s, '40s and '50s, and the one that brought it all back in 2000 — and the hint of seeing another one at some point in the future. That one's ours alone. The White Sox and Cubs met in 1906, but it's been a while since anyone who witnessed it was alive and eager to share the memory. The Cardinals and the Browns met in
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https://nypost.com/2025/03/26/sports/mlb-preview-2...
Tim Anderson (SS - LAA)
3/26/25 3:30 AM -
Former MLB All-Star from Alabama back in the big leagues with the Angels. Former American League All-Star Tim Anderson has made it back to the big leagues with the Los Angeles Angels. Released by the Miami Marlins on July 2, Anderson got a minor-league contract with an invitation to spring training from the Angels in January. On Tuesday, Los Angeles announced it had selected Anderson's contract, putting the former Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa standout on the roster for Thursday's season-opening game against the Chicago White Sox.
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https://www.al.com/sports/2025/03/former-mlb-all-s...
Aaron Judge (OF/DH - NYY)
3/26/25 3:01 AM -
Injuries? No Juan Soto? Why Yankees still believe this can be their year. New York Yankees' Aaron Judge, right, smiles while taking batting practice as manager Aaron Boone looks on before the start of Game 3 of an American League Division baseball playoff series against the Kansas City Royals Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Colin Braley) AP By Max Goodman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com MIAMI — Imagine hearing on the day after the World Series last fall that the Yankees would not only lose Juan Soto in free agency, but more than 10 big-league players would land on the injured list in spring training, including season-ending elbow surgery for Gerrit Cole, severe tennis elbow in both arms for Giancarlo Stanton and a high-grade lat strain for Luis
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https://www.nj.com/yankees/2025/03/injuries-no-jua...
Mickey Moniak (OF - LAA)
3/26/25 2:17 AM -
Pitcher Ryan Johnson to skip minors as Angels firm up Opening Day roster. The 2024 second-round draft pick is in line to be the first Angels player to debut without playing a minor-league game since Jim Abbott in 1989. Mickey Moniak, Jose Quijada and Angel Perdomo are cut loose, as Kyren Paris and Tim Anderson make the roster. Free-agent infielder Nicky Lopez is signed.
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https://www.ocregister.com/2025/03/25/pitcher-ryan...
Zach Neto (SS - LAA)
3/25/25 11:22 PM -
Angels add former Cubs infielder to Opening Day roster. The Los Angeles Angels' infield is banged up as the team prepares for the season opener. Starting shortstop Zach Neto is still recovering from shoulder surgery with no no timeline for his return to the lineup. Third baseman Anthony Rendon underwent hip surgery and is out indefinitely. While Moncada should be ready to play on Opening Day, the Angels found themselves in need of infield depth.
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https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/los-angeles-angels/an...
Yoan Moncada (3B - LAA)
3/25/25 10:31 PM -
Angels spark rivalry by rostering pair of former stars for opening day. Yoan Moncada and Tim Anderson, two of the most influential stars from the Chicago White Sox days of contention, are set to return to Chicago Thursday afternoon — in Angels red. That's right, Moncada and Anderson are set to make the Angels' opening day roster and are both likely to be in the lineup for the halos matinée matchup with the White Sox. Moncada, who was signed to a one-year deal worth $5 million in the offseason, battled an injury in the spring but should be good to go for the first games of the season. Ron Washington said that Yoan Moncada passed all of his markers today and it good to go for Opening Day @JeffFletcherOCR @SamBlum3 #Angels — Michael Huntley (@mikehuntley63) March 26,
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https://www.sportingnews.com/us/mlb/los-angeles-an...
Ben Rice (1B - NYY)
3/25/25 8:28 PM -
Ben Rice, Jasson Domínguez named to Yankees' Opening Day roster with four spots in flux. Access the Yankees beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Greg Joyce about the inside buzz on the Yankees. Try it free MIAMI — Though both were expected, Yankees manager Aaron Boone solidified two more roster spots Tuesday when he confirmed that Ben Rice and Jasson Domínguez would make the Opening Day club . The final four spots remained in flux as the team flew to New York. As the Yankees left loanDepot Park on Tuesday after one last exhibition game against the Marlins, they did so without two bench spots and two bullpen spots finalized as they waited to see which players might become available in the marketplace. They
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https://nypost.com/2025/03/25/sports/ben-rice-jass...
Tarik Skubal (P - DET)
3/25/25 8:27 PM -
Riley Greene emerging as paragon of Tigers' culture, through deeds more than words. Heck, to his day, with a Cy Young award on his mantel, Tarik Skubal still chafes at being called an ace. “There's no big dog and I think that's the way it's supposed to be,” Spencer Torkelson said. There are leaders in every corner of the clubhouse — from Skubal to catcher Jake Rogers to utility player Matt Vierling.
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https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/mlb/tiger...
Logan Gilbert (P - SEA)
3/25/25 8:16 PM -
Seattle Mariners vs. Athletics odds, tips and betting trends. In the season opener at T-Mobile Park, the Seattle Mariners face the Athletics Thursday at 10:10 p.m. ET. The Athletics (+143 underdog on the moneyline) visit the Mariners (-170). The Mariners will start Logan Gilbert versus the Athletics and Luis Severino. Before watching this Mariners vs. Athletics matchup, here is what you need to know about Thursday's action on the diamond, including viewing options.
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https://sportsbookwire.usatoday.com/article/seattl...
Rob Refsnyder (OF - BOS)
3/25/25 7:38 PM -
Tuesday's Red Sox spring training report: Bats power up in exhibition finale in Monterrey. Rob Refsnyder and Kristian Campbell both homered in a five-run first inning, with Refsnyder blasting a ball over the bleachers in left and Campbell lining a ball 415 feet to dead center. David Hamilton later added a three-run homer. Marcelo Mayer capped his spectacular two-day performance in Mexico by going 3 for 4 with a double.
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https://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/03/25/sports/red-...
Ben Verlander (OF - DET)
3/25/25 7:23 PM -
Tigers axing throwback feature at Comerica Park. Why was it there?. Detroit - The keyhole at Comerica Park is a goner. The strip of dirt that has connected the pitcher's mound to the batter's box since Comerica Park opened in 2000 is being removed for the 2025 season, the Tigers confirmed Tuesday night. The keyhole area will now be covered by grass, as is the case in the other 29 Major League Baseball ballparks. The Tigers confirmed the latest ballpark alteration in response to questions from The Detroit News, after a photo showing no dirt strip was circulated on social media by sports-talk personality and former Tigers prospect Ben Verlander.
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https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/mlb/tiger...
Zack Kelly (P - BOS)
3/25/25 7:07 PM -
Zack Kelly, Greg Weissert earn spots in Red Sox bullpen. “I feel really good being in the zone,” said Kelly, who had his worst outing of the spring (? of an inning, 3 hits, 2 runs) on Tuesday against the Sultanes just after learning he'd made the team. Weissert allowed six runs in 8? innings in the Grapefruit League, but his outstanding performance down the stretch in 2024 gave him an inside track to a roster spot.
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https://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/03/25/sports/red-...
Christian Walker (1B - HOU)
3/25/25 5:57 PM -
Christian Walker Opening Day injury update will catch fans' attention. Christian Walker, the Houston Astros' major offseason signing, will be on the Opening Day roster as he comes back from an oblique injury. Walker took seven at-bats in a minor league game on Tuesday and will travel to Houston tonight. The Astros open the season at home on Thursday against the New York Mets and Walker is expected to be in the lineup, according to manager Joe Espada.
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https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/houston-astros/astros...
Hagen Smith (P - CHW)
3/25/25 5:20 PM -
Chicago White Sox pitching prospects Noah Schultz, Hagen Smith and Grant Taylor will be on display at Double A. Chicago White Sox prospects Noah Schultz and Hagen Smith created a buzz in their Cactus League debuts on Feb. 26, both pitching one scoreless inning against the San Diego Padres. Grant Taylor’s first outing of the spring was also an eye-opener when the right-hander was clocked at 101.2 mph on Feb. 23 against the Kansas City Royals. The trio will begin 2025 at Double-A Birmingham, part of the ...
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https://sports.yahoo.com/article/chicago-white-sox...
Hayden Wesneski (P - HOU)
3/25/25 5:00 PM -
This bold Hayden Wesneski prediction is straight nightmare fuel for Cubs fans. This bold Hayden Wesneski prediction is straight nightmare fuel for Cubs fans Kyle Tucker's spring woes + Cam Smith's breakout were bad enough. But this? This is too much. By Jake Misener | Share on Facebook Share on X Copy Article New York Yankees v Houston Astros | Rich Storry/GettyImages Share on Facebook Share on X Share on Reddit Copy Article Apparently, a decent chunk of the Chicago Cubs' fanbase hasn't quite learned that spring training numbers don't mean a thing . Cam Smith's monster spring, paired with Kyle Tucker's struggles in Cactus League action, have fans in a panic - and if this new bold prediction from The Athletic (subscription required) comes to fruition, Jed Hoyer may be facing
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https://cubbiescrib.com/this-bold-hayden-wesneski-...
Austin Wells (C - NYY)
3/25/25 4:41 PM -
Austin Wells' historic Yankees move to leadoff spot comes with simple challenge. new york yankees Austin Wells' historic Yankees move to leadoff spot comes with simple challenge By Greg Joyce Published March 25, 2025, 7:40 p.m. ET Yankees pitcher Luke Weaver (30) and catcher Austin Wells (28) high five. Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images Access the Yankees beat like never before Don't miss Greg Joyce's text messages from The Bronx and beyond — he's giving Sports+ subscribers the inside buzz on the Yankees. Sign Up Now MIAMI — Austin Wells will be No. 1 in the Yankees lineup on Opening Day Thursday. That number may also represent where he ranks in importance among position players not named Aaron Judge. Entering his first season as the full-time catcher, Wells has the potential
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https://nypost.com/2025/03/25/sports/austin-wells-...
Aroldis Chapman (P - BOS)
3/25/25 4:30 PM -
Aroldis Chapman's Red Sox closer role comes with intriguing twist. Aroldis Chapman will handle closing duties for the Boston Red Sox in 2025. However, Chapman's role comes with a twist , according to Ian Browne of MLB.com. “While Aroldis Chapman is the closer heading into the season, Alex Cora is leaving wiggle room for leverage. For example, if Cory Seager leads off the eighth inning on Thursday, don't be surprised if Chapman takes the ball then with someone else (Hendriks or Slaten) in the 9th,” Browne wrote on X, formerly Twitter. Liam Hendriks and Justin Slaten could receive opportunities in the 9th inning depending on specific circumstances. This is not a closer-by-committee situation, though. Chapman is the closer, but manager Alex Cora is willing to be
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https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/boston-red-sox/red-so...
Tanner Bibee (P - CLE)
3/25/25 4:16 PM -
Guardians, Royals look to continue momentum in AL Central clash. The Cleveland Guardians and Kansas City Royals emerged as surprise playoff teams last season. The Guardians and Royals will each look to begin marching back to the playoffs Thursday afternoon, when Cleveland visits Kansas City in an Opening Day clash of American League Central rivals. Right-hander Tanner Bibee (12-8, 3.47 ERA in 2024) is slated to take the mound for the Guardians against left-hander Cole Ragans (11-9, 3.14 ERA).
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https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/guardians-...
Kyle Manzardo (DH - CLE)
3/25/25 3:23 PM -
Guardians conclude spring with getaway 3-2 win over Diamondbacks. The Guardians ended spring training in victorious fashion. Will Wilson's double to left in the top of the ninth plated Jorge Burgos with the decisive run in a 3-2 win March 25 over the Diamondbacks in Phoenix. Kyle Manzardo belted a solo home run in the first and Jhonkensy Noel's sacrifice fly to bring in Kahlil Watson in the fourth accounted for the other offense for the Guardians. Luis Ortiz has had a rough spring but did go into the regular season with a solid start upon which to build.
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https://www.morningjournal.com/2025/03/25/guardian...
Alex Bregman (3B - BOS)
3/25/25 2:49 PM -
Garrett Crochet to make Red Sox debut vs. Rangers. Two teams looking to jump back into American League contention clash in a season-opening series as the Texas Rangers host the Boston Red Sox. The first of four games is set for Thursday afternoon in Arlington, Texas. Following three straight playoff misses, the Red Sox made an offseason splash by adding the likes of former All-Star infielder Alex Bregman, starting pitchers Garrett Crochet and Walker Buehler, and closer Aroldis Chapman.
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https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/garrett-cr...
Garrett Crochet (P - BOS)
3/25/25 2:46 PM -
MLB rumors: Ex-Reds GM predicts blockbuster Luis Robert Jr. trade with White Sox. The Chicago White Sox are coming off the worst season in AL/NL history. After their 121-loss campaign in 2024, they traded ace pitcher Garrett Crochet to the Boston Red Sox. Former Cincinnati Reds general manager Jim Bowden predicted in-season moves for The Athletic and can see his former club adding Luis Robert Jr as Chicago keeps tearing it down. “The MLB trade deadline is loaded with wheeling and dealing, which gets an early start during the All-Star break as the White Sox send center fielder Luis Robert Jr. to the Reds for shortstops Edwin Arroyo and Tyson Lewis along with right-hander Luke Hayden,” Bowden wrote.
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https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/cincinnati-reds/mlb-r...
J.C. Escarra (C - NYY)
3/25/25 2:34 PM -
Hialeah baseball player named to Yankees' Opening Day roster gets hometown welcome at exhibition game against Marlins - WSVN 7News. A local baseball player who is officially playing for the New York Yankees received a warm hometown welcome at an exhibition game against the Miami Marlins. Yankees catcher J.C. Escarra said his entrance into the Big Leagues did not happen overnight. When off the baseball field, he worked as an Uber driver and a substitute teacher to make ends meet.
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https://wsvn.com/sports/miami-marlins/hialeah-base...
Braden Shewmake (SS - NYY)
3/25/25 2:30 PM -
Why This Yankees and Dodgers Trade Pitch Makes Absolutely No Sense. The New York Yankees need more starting pitching, and they could look to a team that has a surplus to make a trade, but they must be careful about which player they go after. Conor Liguori of Inside the Dodgers came up with a trade idea involving the Yankees swapping a couple of prospects for a starting pitcher. This deal would see New York send prospects Rafael Flores and Braden Shewmake to the Los Angeles Dodgers in exchange for right-handed pitcher Emmet Sheehan.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/yankees/news/why-this-yanke...
Cam Smith (3B - HOU)
3/25/25 2:20 PM -
Cam Smith makes history, landing spot on Astros' Opening Day roster. Former Chicago Cubs prospect Cam Smith is going to be making a big leap this season, as he'll land on the Houston Astros' Opening Day roster. Smith has appeared in just 32 minor-league games in his professional career, but it is expected he'll be the Astros' Opening Day right fielder in an effort to get his prodigious bat into their lineup. Smith went 13-for-38 this spring, with four home runs and 11 RBI's for the Astros.
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https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/sports/mlb/chicago...
Alejandro Kirk (C - TOR)
3/25/25 2:05 PM -
Blue Jays sign catcher Alejandro Kirk to US$58-million, five-year extension. The Toronto Blue Jays have signed catcher Alejandro Kirk to a US$58-million, five-year extension, the team announced Tuesday. The 26-year-old from Tijuana, Mexico, hit .253 last season with five home runs and 54 runs batted in. Twenty-eight of his RBIs came over the last two months of the season. Defensively, threw out a career-high 27 attempted base stealers, fifth-most among catchers in Major League Baseball.
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https://www.richmond-news.com/national-sports/blue...
Shane McClanahan (P - TB)
3/25/25 2:02 PM -
Tampa Bay Rays Gear Up for the 2025 MLB Season. The Tampa Bay Rays are feeling optimistic heading into the 2025 season, but a hint of uncertainty still lingers. Throughout history, pitching has been the core strength of the Rays. The question is, will this legacy continue into the 2025 season? Shane McClanahan, who missed all of 2024 to, is back to his old self and dominated during spring training.
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https://www.wruf.com/headlines/2025/03/25/tampa-ba...
Evan Carter (OF - TEX)
3/25/25 1:51 PM -
Rangers will start season with Jack Leiter and Kumar Rocker, but not Evan Carter. General manager Chris Young said before the team's final exhibition game that Leiter and Rocker had good flashes during spring training. The Rangers also said Tuesday that Evan Carter will start the season in the minor leagues.
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https://www.kcentv.com/article/sports/mlb/texas-ra...
Jon Singleton (1B - HOU)
3/25/25 1:45 PM -
Astros release Singleton two days before opener. First baseman Jon Singleton was released Tuesday by the Houston Astros. Singleton had hit .171 with a .239 on-base percentage, no homers and two RBIs in 17 spring training games. The Astros signed Singleton to a $10 million, five-year contract in 2014 just before he made his major league debut, and after he had served two suspensions in the minor leagues for positive marijuana tests.
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https://africa.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/44405069/fi...
Byron Buxton (OF - MIN)
3/25/25 1:44 PM -
New Twins hitting coach Matt Borgschulte an ‘all-encompassing’ coach. Matt Borgschulte spent his winter familiarizing himself with Twins’ hitters, which meant staying in a guest house in rural Baxley, Ga., attending a toddler’s jiu-jitsu class in Houston and sampling Canadian delicacies in Québec City. The Twins’ new hitting coach paid visits to Byron Buxton, Carlos Correa and Edouard Julien this offseason. A planned trip to the Dallas-area to visit Royce Lewis ...
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https://sports.yahoo.com/article/twins-hitting-coa...
Will Warren (P - NYY)
3/25/25 1:31 PM -
Aaron Boone announces key young piece made Yankees roste. The New York Yankees are finalizing their Opening Day roster. Pitching injuries have veteran Carlos “Cookie” Carrasco and rookie Will Warren already on the roster. Jasson Dominguez officially made the team as did Ben Rice, per Aaron Boone, Max Goodman of NJ.com reported.
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https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/new-york-yankees/yank...
Cole Ragans (P - KC)
3/25/25 1:21 PM -
MLB Writer Reveals Major Key To Royals' Potential Success In 2025. The Kansas City Royals had a very successful 2024 season, winning 86 games and securing a Wild Card spot. Cole Ragans, Michael Wacha and Seth Lugo helped form one of the most dominant rotations in the entire league, and that rotation appears to be a strength heading into 2025. Anne Rogers of MLB.com listed the starting rotation as a major X-factor for the Royals this season.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/royals/news/mlb-writer-reve...
Ezequiel Duran (3B/OF - TEX)
3/25/25 1:00 PM -
AL West preview 2025: Prediction for Astros with division reign set to end. mlb preview 2025 AL West preview 2025: Prediction for Astros with division reign set to end By Jon Heyman Published March 25, 2025, 4:00 p.m. ET Texas Rangers third baseman Ezequiel Duran (20) and right fielder Adolis Garcia (53) warm up during spring training baseball practice at the team's training facility, Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, in Surprise, Ariz. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson) AP The Post's Jon Heyman previews the AL West : 1. Texas Rangers O/U Wins: 85.5 Key Player: Jacob deGrom. They will go slow with deGrom in hopes of keeping the most talented pitcher of this generation healthy enough to log a decent number of innings. He was wowing the few folks who caught glimpses of him in spring, and
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https://nypost.com/2025/03/25/sports/al-west-previ...
Mike Trout (OF - LAA)
3/25/25 12:40 PM -
Optimistic White Sox, Angels eye rebound from franchise-worst '24. Mike Trout is out to prove once again he's built to last as a cornerstone of the Angels. The Chicago White Sox are crossing their fingers they won't prove to be built for last. Chicago begins its 125th season and greets home fans for the first time since losing a modern-day record 121 games in 2024, while Los Angeles is coming off a franchise-record 99 defeats. "I believe we're better than we were last year," Angels general manager Perry Minasian said.
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https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/optimistic...
Trevor Larnach (OF/DH - MIN)
3/25/25 12:36 PM -
Trevor Larnach homers as Twins beat Rockies in spring training finale. Trevor Larnach homered and Chris Paddack fanned five as the Minnesota Twins won their spring training finale, 5-3, beating the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday at Hammond Stadium in Fort Myers, Fla. They finish with a 13-15 spring record. Larnach got the Twins on the scoreboard right away in the first inning, hitting a two-run homer off Rockies starter German Marquez.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/twins/minnesota-twins-news/...
Jarren Duran (OF - BOS)
3/25/25 12:35 PM -
ESPN's bold prediction for Boston Red Sox is something never done before. The Boston Red Sox have a strong outfield going into the 2025 MLB season, and it could results in some offseason awards. ESPN shared its bold predictions for all 30 teams ahead of Opening Day. The outfield will sweep the American League Gold Glove Awards. “The trio of Jarren Duran, Ceddanne Rafaela and Wilyer Abreu can do just that,” David Schoenfield wrote.
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https://www.masslive.com/redsox/2025/03/espns-bold...
Kyle Hendricks (P - LAA)
3/25/25 12:01 PM -
Kyle Hendricks' career comes full circle in return home to L.A. Angels. Kyle Hendricks' journey has come full circle. From an Orange County kid to a World Series champion, the 35-year-old pitcher is now living out a childhood dream with the Los Angeles Angels. Hendricks, a Newport Beach native, has returned to his roots after 11 years with the Chicago Cubs. The right-hander, who grew up less than 20 miles from Angel Stadium, is embracing the opportunity to don the uniform of the team he cheered for growing up.
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https://cronkitenews.azpbs.org/2025/03/25/kyle-hen...
Kristian Campbell (2B - BOS)
3/25/25 12:00 PM -
Red Sox Pair Of Stud Prospects Predicted To Win MLB 'Starting Roles' By June. It doesn't look like the Boston Red Sox will be able to keep their Big 3 prospects off the Major League diamond for much longer. Kristian Campbell has already made The Show, as Campbell's been named to Boston's Opening Day roster. Top-rated American prospect Roman Anthony and fellow stud Marcelo Mayer won't be far behind Campbell, according to a new prediction from The Athletic's Jim Bowden. “In June, the Red Sox promote right fielder Roman Anthony and shortstop Marcelo Mayer to starting roles with the major-league team as the duo joins fellow top prospect Kristian Campbell in that capacity for the rest of the year,” Bowden forecasted on Tuesday.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/red-sox/boston-red-sox-news...
Tim Anderson (SS - LAA)
3/25/25 11:39 AM -
MLB vet Tim Anderson seeks career revival with Los Angeles Angels. In 2019, Tim Anderson hit .335 with the Chicago White Sox and won the American League batting crown, the first of four straight seasons that he would rake above .300 for Chicago. Now, after two subpar seasons with Chicago and the Miami Marlins, the 31-year-old Anderson finds himself competing in the Cactus League on a non-guaranteed minor league contract just hoping to land a job with the Los Angeles Angels.
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https://cronkitenews.azpbs.org/2025/03/25/tim-ande...
Ryan Pepiot (P - TB)
3/25/25 11:37 AM -
Rays' Ryan Pepiot aims to be himself Friday, which should be good enough. When Ryan Pepiot first joined the Rays last spring, after being acquired from the Dodgers in a December 2023 deal for headliner Tyler Glasnow, his new bosses had a straightforward message for him on stepping into the rotation: “They’re all like, ‘Hey, we want you to be Ryan. We don’t want you to be Glas. You don’t have to go be that guy.’ “ With ace starter Shane McClanahan sidelined last ...
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https://sports.yahoo.com/article/rays-ryan-pepiot-...
Jack Leiter (P - TEX)
3/25/25 11:18 AM -
Leiter, Rocker fill Texas' rotation; Carter to minors. Jack Leiter and Kumar Rocker have both made the Opening Day roster for the Texas Rangers, with the recent first-round draft picks filling the final two spots in the rotation. "I think the talent on both is obvious, and they've earned the right to be out here," general manager Chris Young said Tuesday. Leiter was the second overall pick in the 2021 amateur draft, a year before his former Vanderbilt teammate, Rocker, was taken third overall by the Rangers.
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https://africa.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/44403093/ja...
Alex Bregman (3B - BOS)
3/25/25 11:17 AM -
Red Sox make Garrett Crochet decision after contract deadline news. The Boston Red Sox were busy this past offseason, signing Alex Bregman, Aroldis Chapman and Walker Buehler while also trading for left-hander Garrett Crochet. There has been some uncertainty surrounding Crochet, as the Red Sox have been trying to work out a possible contract extension with the left-hander. Crochet has even said he doesn't want to talk about an extension during the season.
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https://www.sportingnews.com/ca/mlb/boston-red-sox...
Gleyber Torres (2B - DET)
3/25/25 11:00 AM -
AL Central preview 2025: Predicting a tight, four-team race. mlb preview 2025 AL Central preview 2025: Predicting a tight, four-team race By Joel Sherman Published March 25, 2025, 2:00 p.m. ET Gleyber Torres hopes to turn the Tigers into a contender. Getty Images The Post's Joel Sherman previews the AL Central: 1. Detroit Tigers O/U wins: 83.5 Key player: Gleyber Torres. The Tigers needed righty diversity in their lineup and invested one year at $15 million hoping the Torres who took off as Yankees leadoff hitter down the stretch and in the playoffs will persist all season. Also key to this is what the right side of the infield looks like. Torres, who led second basemen with 18 errors last season, has moved the defensively limited Colt Keith to first base.
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https://nypost.com/2025/03/25/sports/al-central-pr...
Dan Altavilla (P - CHW)
3/25/25 10:37 AM -
Chicago White Sox Release Pitcher Dan Altavilla. Chicago White Sox Release Pitcher Dan Altavilla Veteran pitcher Dan Altavilla had a 2.79 ERA in 9.2 innings for the White Sox during spring training. Jack Ankony | 0 Minutes Ago Chicago White Sox pitcher Dan Altavilla (45) poses for a photo on media day at the team's spring training facility in Glendale, AZ. / Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images In this story: Chicago White Sox CHICAGO – The Chicago White Sox announced Tuesday they have released pitcher Dan Altavilla. The club signed Altavilla in December to a minor league contract, which included a non-roster invite to spring training. He made 10 appearances out of the bullpen during spring training and pitched to a 2.79 ERA across 9.2 innings. Altavilla
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https://www.si.com/mlb/whitesox/news/chicago-white...
Corey Seager (SS - TEX)
3/25/25 10:11 AM -
Corey Seager, Josh Jung absent from final Texas Rangers exhibition lineup. Corey Seager and Josh Jung will miss the Texas Rangers' final exhibition Tuesday before the 2025 MLB regular-season starts because of injury. Corey Seager (calf) and Josh Jung (neck) are both out of today's lineup.
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https://www.dallasnews.com/sports/rangers/2025/03/...
Evan Carter (OF - TEX)
3/25/25 9:58 AM -
Texas Rangers OF Evan Carter not on opening day roster, will start year in Triple-A. Evan Carter will not be on the opening day roster for the Texas Rangers, president of baseball operations Chris Young said Tuesday. The outfielder was one of a handful of familiar names who learned their fates for the beginning of the new season. Joining Carter at Triple-A Round Rock will be Dane Dunning, who was recently placed on waivers, while fellow outfielder Kevin Pillar, a veteran signed early this spring, will be in uniform when the Rangers face the Boston Red Sox at Globe Life Field on Thursday.
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https://www.dallasnews.com/sports/rangers/2025/03/...
Reid Detmers (P - LAA)
3/25/25 9:30 AM -
Angels make surprising starting pitching decision for 2025 season. Los Angeles Angels pitcher Reid Detmers will begin the 2025 season in the bullpen, Ron Washington recently announced via Bill Shaikin of The Los Angeles Times. Adding pitching has been a priority for the Angels in recent seasons.
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https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/los-angeles-angels/an...
Cody Bellinger (OF/1B/DH - NYY)
3/25/25 9:00 AM -
AL East preview 2025: Predicting where Yankees finish after spring injuries. mlb preview 2025 AL East preview 2025: Predicting where Yankees finish after spring injuries By Joel Sherman Published March 25, 2025, 12:00 p.m. ET (From left to right) Cody Bellinger, Jasson Dominguez and Aaron Judge during Yankees spring training. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post The Post's Joel Sherman previews the AL East: 1. New York Yankees O/U wins: 89.5 Access the Yankees beat like never before Don't miss Greg Joyce's text messages from The Bronx and beyond — he's giving Sports+ subscribers the inside buzz on the Yankees. Sign Up Now Key player: Max Fried. He not only needs to pitch like an ace but a healthy ace, with Gerrit Cole (elbow) out for the season and 2024 AL Rookie of the
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https://nypost.com/2025/03/25/sports/al-east-previ...
Alex Bregman (3B - BOS)
3/25/25 9:00 AM -
This NL Central rival may steal the division away from the Cubs and it's their own fault. The Chicago Cubs' offseason ended on a dud after their failed attempt to sign All-Star third baseman Alex Bregman. Add the fact that the Cubs were swept by the Los Angeles Dodgers last week in Japan, and the over-reactions are already at a fever pitch. The way the offseason ended in addition to beginning the season 0-2 has Cubs fans forgetting the fact that the team is entering the 2025 season with the clear expectation of being the best team in the National League Central.
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https://cubbiescrib.com/this-nl-central-rival-may-...
Patrick Corbin (P - TEX)
3/25/25 9:00 AM -
Texas Rangers Boss Reveals New Starting Pitcher's Status for Opening Day. The Texas Rangers hope that Patrick Corbin, on some level, is the solution to their depth issues in the starting rotation. On Monday, Corbin joined the team at Globe Life Field in Arlington before their scheduled exhibition game with the Kansas City Royals. When the Rangers signed Corbin to a $1.1 million deal last week, him joining the team in Arlington, as opposed to spring training in Surprise, Ariz., was always the plan. Not only did the signing come late, but Corbin wanted to be with his wife as she delivered their child, which happened on Saturday.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/rangers/news/texas-rangers-...
Mitch Haniger (OF/DH - SEA)
3/25/25 8:45 AM -
Here's What Jerry Dipoto Had to Say After Seattle Mariners Released Mitch Haniger. Over the weekend, the Seattle Mariners made the surprising decision to release outfielder Mitch Haniger. The 34-year-old had two tenures with the Mariners. Haniger left in 2023 via free agency but returned in 2024 in a trade with the San Francisco Giants. “Mitch has been a significant part of Mariners history and will be missed,” Mariners President of Baseball Operations Jerry Dipoto said.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/mariners/news/heres-what-je...
Carlos Rodon (P - NYY)
3/25/25 8:16 AM -
New York Yankees vs. Milwaukee Brewers odds, tips and betting trends. On Opening Day, the Milwaukee Brewers are visiting the New York Yankees, at 3:05 p.m. ET on Thursday. The Yankees are a home favorite (-150) against the Brewers (+126). The Yankees will give the ball to Carlos Rodon against the Brewers and Freddy Peralta. Here's what you need to get ready for Thursday's Yankees vs. Brewers game, including viewing options.
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https://sportsbookwire.usatoday.com/article/new-yo...
Felix Bautista (P - BAL)
3/25/25 8:12 AM -
MLB insider predicts Dylan Cease trade to AL East contender. Despite a lineup loaded with young stars and a bullpen that will benefit from the return of All-Star closer Felix Bautista, it's hard to ignore how weak the Baltimore Orioles starting rotation is. The club failed to retain former Cy Young award winner Corbin Burnes and instead chose to patch together the rotation with 41-year-old Charlie Morton, 35-year-old Tomoyuki Sugano, and 37-year-old Kyle Gibson. To compound matters, promising young right-hander Grayson Rodriguez will start the season on the injured list, leaving the uninspiring Zach Eflin as the de facto Opening Day starter.
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https://www.sportingnews.com/ca/mlb/san-diego-padr...
Wyatt Langford (OF/DH - TEX)
3/25/25 8:08 AM -
Top 30 Texas Rangers prospects: Where Sebastian Walcott, others rank ahead of 2025 season. In a recent rundown of talent in major league farm systems, ESPN's Kiley McDaniel picked a provocative word to describe the Texas Rangers organization: Volatile. MLB Pipeline had the Rangers taking a tumble from seventh overall to 26th, part of which was due to the graduations of Wyatt Langford and Evan Carter from prospects to certified major leaguers.
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https://www.dallasnews.com/sports/rangers/2025/03/...
Josh Hader (P - HOU)
3/25/25 8:06 AM -
Houston Astros RP Josh Hader Enters 2025 Atop All-Time MLB Leaderboards. In many ways, Josh Hader failed to live up to his massive price tag in 2024. As noted by Codify, Hader enters the 2025 season with a .158 career batting average against. No other MLB pitcher with at least 250 innings pitched has held opponents to a lower batting average.
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https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/history/...
Yoan Moncada (3B - LAA)
3/25/25 7:59 AM -
Angels Notes: Halos Sign Veteran Reliever, Finalize Major Roster Decision, Yoan Moncada Injury Update. Angels Notes: Halos Sign Veteran Reliever, Finalize Major Roster Decision, Yoan Moncada Injury Update Gabe Smallson | 0 Minutes Ago Apr 8, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Chicago White Sox third base Yoan Moncada (10) steals second base during the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Dermer-Imagn Images / David Dermer-Imagn Images In this story: Los Angeles Angels The Los Angeles Angels made another move to bolster their already formidable looking bullpen days away from Opening Day. This World Series-winning right-handed reliever balances out what was a lefty-leaning bullpen as he has been officially inked to a minor league deal. With uncertainty
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https://www.si.com/mlb/angels/angels-news/angels-n...
Jazz Chisholm (OF/3B - NYY)
3/25/25 7:53 AM -
Yankees predicted to grab former No. 1 overall pick for Oswald Peraza trade package. The 2025 season is on the horizon, and the New York Yankees don't have a clear-cut starter at a key offensive position. Following their appearance in the 2024 World Series, the Yankees made the wise decision to get more athletic and defensively sound. Part of that decision was moving Jazz Chisholm Jr. from third base to his more natural position at second. Thanks to an injury to D.J. LeMahieu, it appears Oswaldo Cabrera will be the team's starting third baseman, even though he's always been much better suited to a utility role.
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https://www.sportingnews.com/us/mlb/new-york-yanke...
Trevor Story (SS - BOS)
3/25/25 7:36 AM -
MLB insider's Red Sox trade idea would add $56 million 2-time All-Star in 4-player swap. After three straight years of falling short of the Major League Baseball postseason, the Boston Red Sox enter the 2025 season with an absolutely roster. The lineup is as deep as any in baseball, featuring a collection of experienced veterans (Trevor Story, Rafael Devers and new acquisition Alex Bregman) and emerging young stars (Wilyer Abreu, Triston Casas, Ceddanne Rafaela and top prospect Kristian Campbell). The starting rotation was bolstered with the acquisitions of fireballing left-handed Garrett Crochet and postseason hero Walker Buehler, who will join a promising collection of young starters headlined by Brayan Bello and All-Star Tanner Houck.
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https://www.sportingnews.com/us/mlb/boston-red-sox...
Wilyer Abreu (OF - BOS)
3/25/25 7:00 AM -
Red Sox Predicted To Swap Wilyer Abreu, 3 Others For Marlins Ace Sandy Alcantara. The Boston Red Sox, as far as anyone can tell, are all-in on the 2025 Major League Baseball season. Boston had been hesitant to spend top dollar while cultivating a strong farm system, but now that the farm system is bearing fruit, the Red Sox are also back up over the luxury tax. Now, the question becomes whether or not Boston will be willing to further exceed that luxury tax threshold to take on another star or two that can help them compete for a World Series this season.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/red-sox/boston-red-sox-news...
Luis Gil (P - NYY)
3/25/25 5:51 AM -
Yankees-Marlins trade proposal dumps 3 prospects in exchange for Sandy Alcántara. The New York Yankees are coming up on opening day with significant injuries in their starting rotation. Luis Gil and Clarke Schmidt will start the season on the injured list, but unlike Cole, who underwent Tommy John surgery, they are expected to return. The Yankees could look to replace their ace through trade.
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https://www.sportingnews.com/us/mlb/new-york-yanke...
Devin Williams (P - NYY)
3/25/25 5:29 AM -
Devin Williams shares first impressions of Yankees fans and a 'stinky' superstition. Devin Williams looked to his right, scanning a few of the name plates above the lockers near him in the Yankees' spring training clubhouse as he leaned back in his chair. Williams was asked about the caliber of relievers in the Yankees' bullpen, a unit he'll be anchoring as the closer this year in pinstripes. “It's tough to even pick eight guys out of the group of pitchers that they have here, which is always a good problem to have,” Williams told NJ Advance Media recently at Yankees camp. Williams fits into that description as well, to say the least.
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https://www.nj.com/yankees/2025/03/devin-williams-...
Garrett Crochet (P - BOS)
3/25/25 5:05 AM -
Red Sox Share Glimmer Of Hope About Blockbuster Deal. The Boston Red Sox are just two days away from kicking off the 2025 Major League Baseball season. In two days the Red Sox will begin one of the most anticipated seasons in recent memory. To make matters better, the Red Sox will have new ace Garrett Crochet on the hill against the Texas Rangers. Crochet brings a level of excitement to this Boston rotation the club last had with Chris Sale.
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https://www.si.com/mlb/red-sox/boston-red-sox-news...
Tarik Skubal (P - DET)
3/25/25 4:45 AM -
Tigers Ace Tarik Skubal Set to Make History Against Dodgers on Opening Day. When Tarik Skubal takes the mound this week, the Detroit Tigers' ace will join an exclusive list in the MLB history books. The 28-year-old southpaw, fresh off winning AL Cy Young in 2024, will be going head-to-head with the Los Angeles Dodgers, who are the reigning World Series champions. While the Dodgers' title defense technically started during last week's Tokyo Series, their domestic Opening Day is still a key date for multiple reasons. According to MLB.com's Sarah Langs, Skubal is set to become the fourth reigning Cy Young winner to make his season debut against the defending World Series champions.
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https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/history/...
Zach Neto (SS - LAA)
3/25/25 3:32 AM -
Angels rally past Dodgers as both teams navigate missing shortstops. The Angels know they will be without Zach Neto for the early portion of the season, while the Dodgers are trying to get a line on their infield situation as Mookie Betts deals with an illness that is now going on two weeks.
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https://www.ocregister.com/2025/03/24/angels-rally...
Gerrit Cole (P - NYY)
3/25/25 3:00 AM -
How injuries are forcing the Yankees and other contenders into difficult roster choices. Joel Sherman How injuries are forcing the Yankees and other contenders into difficult roster choices By Joel Sherman Published March 25, 2025, 6:00 a.m. ET Charles Wenzelberg/NY Post The Yankees are first. No doubt. No team took a worse injury beating this spring. They will begin the season with 11 players on the injured list, so there was quantity. More vitally, there was quality. Notably, ace Gerrit Cole needed Tommy John surgery and will miss the season . AL Rookie of the Year Luis Gil will be out until at least June (probably longer) with a strained lat. That has left the Yankees thin in rotation depth. The Yankees have not provided a timeline to return for DJ LeMahieu (calf) or Giancarlo
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https://nypost.com/2025/03/25/sports/how-injuries-...
Fernando Cruz (P - NYY)
3/25/25 3:00 AM -
Yankees' key reliever made slew of changes this spring, from pitches to wardrobe. Change has been the operative word for Yankees reliever Fernando Cruz this spring. Yes, he's in a new uniform after getting dealt from the Reds to the Yankees over this past offseason in the Jose Trevino trade, but that's just the start of it. Since Cruz got to the Yankees, he's made a slew of adjustments. Cruz scrapped his cutter, he added two new pitches, he changed where he stands on the mound (moving from the first base side of the rubber to the third base side), he altered his approach in attacking hitters and he even started wearing sleeves under his jersey.
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https://www.nj.com/yankees/2025/03/yankees-key-rel...
Rafael Devers (3B - BOS)
3/25/25 2:00 AM -
In Alex we trust: Red Sox players and fans know they have the right manager for the job. Incumbent third baseman Rafael Devers didn't want to become a designated hitter to make room for Bregman, Bregman didn't want to ruffle any feathers, and nobody, it seemed, was ready to play second base. It was enough for our own Dan Shaughnessy to call it one of the wilder spring training days in club history, bringing plenty of potential to derail clubhouse harmony. Enter Alex Cora. With his usual mix of experience and patience, the Red Sox manager handled the situation with apparent ease, neither allowing it to boil over upon first reaction, when he reminded the world he is not in the business of censoring his players, nor ignoring the possible awkwardness, which he promised would work out in the end.
Source:
https://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/03/25/sports/tara...
Aroldis Chapman (P - BOS)
3/25/25 2:00 AM -
How the Red Sox' Garrett Crochet made the transformation from reliever to one of the most dominant starters in baseball. On Thursday, however, his Opening Day assignment for the Red Sox against the Rangers will represent something different. Crochet, who was still trying to prove he could start in the big leagues last March 28, has emerged as one of the most overpowering pitchers in baseball. “You're basically getting an elite closer — an Aroldis Chapman type —pitching in a starting role,” said White Sox senior adviser to pitching Brian Bannister, formerly the Red Sox' director of pitching. “Unworldly,” said White Sox pitcher Jonathan Cannon.
Source:
https://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/03/25/sports/red-...
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