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Ranking the best-projected players to switch teams

@Theo_DeRosa and @AndrewSimonMLB
11:35 AM EST

Some of the biggest stars in baseball have switched addresses this offseason. But who from that group might help their new clubs the most next season? Here are the top players who have changed teams this offseason, ranked purely by their expected 2025 Wins Above Replacement (WAR), per FanGraphs’ Steamer

Each team's player with most to prove in Spring Training

February 16, 2025

When Spring Training arrives each year, there are certain players who have more on the line than others. These are players who were perhaps injured the previous season or didn't live up to expectations. This year is no exception, with many such individuals looking to make a big impact during

Devers wants to stay put: 'Third base is my position'

4:21 PM EST

FORT MYERS, Fla. -- Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers was adamant on Monday in saying he has no interest in moving off the position he’s played his entire career. Making his first comments of Spring Training just days after the Red Sox officially announced the signing of free-agent third

Kim already turning heads in camp: 'He has the ingredients to be great'

@sonjamchen
6:04 PM EST

GLENDALE, Ariz. -- When it comes to first impressions of Hyeseong Kim, the Dodgers have been fairly consistent in their descriptions. "He's a lot stronger than I expected," manager Dave Roberts said. "I think he's one of the [lowest] body fat guys in our camp." "He’s fast, he’s athletic," first

Judge on Soto saying Mets give him best chance to win: 'I definitely disagree'

an hour ago

TAMPA, Fla. -- The text messages apparently went unread this past offseason, perhaps sent to a number no longer active. After initially saying he would give Juan Soto space to navigate free agency, Aaron Judge reached out, hoping to sway his former teammate to continue chasing titles in the Bronx.

Perdomo agrees to 4-year extension with D-backs (source)

8:32 PM EST

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- The Diamondbacks will have shortstop Geraldo Perdomo in their lineup through at least 2029 as part of a four-year, $45 million contract extension agreed to on Monday, a source told MLB.com. The team has not confirmed the deal, which was first reported by ESPN. The new deal

Here's where things stand with Vlad Jr.'s extension talks

@KeeganMatheson
1:47 PM EST

DUNEDIN, Fla. -- There are no more days to count down. It’s all hours, minutes and seconds now. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Blue Jays stand on the doorstep of the star’s deadline, and if the two sides can’t come to an agreement on an extension by the time Vladdy

Back with Mets, Alonso soaking up special, 'happy' vibes

5:28 PM EST

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. -- Over the past nine years, Pete Alonso has developed relationships with hundreds of players and dozens of coaches in the Mets organization. He has come to know trainers, public relations staffers and front office members. He’s as much a part of the fabric of the

Fresh beard, fresh start for Torres, with glovework a focus

4:14 PM EST

LAKELAND, Fla. -- The sight of Gleyber Torres with a beard was the first sign of his fresh start as the Tigers began full-squad workouts Monday morning. He couldn’t grow that during the season over his seven-year tenure with the Yankees, of course. “My wife really likes it. My son

Adames already settled in, impressing at Giants camp

8:33 PM EST

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- The Giants were comfortable signing Willy Adames to the richest contract in franchise history because they felt he would not only stabilize a premium defensive position but also add an impact bat to their lineup.

Yuli Gurriel, Padres reach agreement on Minor League deal (source)

@MannyOnMLB
17 minutes ago

The Padres have reached an agreement on a Minor League contract with first baseman Yuli Gurriel, a source told MLB.com. The club has not confirmed the deal, which includes an invite to big league camp. Gurriel, 40, will earn $1.25 million if he reaches the Majors plus $1 million in

Injuries: Stanton, Mets, Dodgers, Yelich, Braves

3:46 PM EST

Stay up-to-date with all the latest news on injured players across Major League Baseball.

With a locker between 2 former ROYs, is this 'The Martian's' year?

6:45 PM EST

TAMPA, Fla. -- Jasson Domínguez said he “was kind of surprised” by his improved real estate as he surveyed locker assignments in the spring clubhouse, the Yankees top prospect’s belongings now wedged between those of Aaron Judge and Cody Bellinger. His teammates recognized the upgrade, too. “We were joking with

Trout moving from center field to right

3:12 PM EST

TEMPE, Ariz. -- The Angels will have a familiar face in a new place in 2025, as superstar Mike Trout will be moving from center field to right field.

'Sturdier' Gausman could be primed for big '25

Scherzer ramping up; Rodríguez stretching out in case he's needed as starter
@KeeganMatheson
3:34 PM EST

DUNEDIN, Fla. -- One of the first things Blue Jays manager John Schneider noticed in camp this spring is that Kevin Gausman looks “sturdier.” That’s a good thing. Gausman got “sturdier” on purpose. He starts every offseason with the intent of putting on as much weight as he can --

Altuve still testing the waters in left field -- even without Bregman

3:17 PM EST

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- Despite not bringing back free-agent third baseman Alex Bregman, a move which would have created a logjam on the infield, the Astros remain full speed ahead with trying out franchise icon Jose Altuve in left field this spring. Or at least seeing if he’s capable

Montas (lat strain) shut down by Mets for 6-8 weeks

3:20 PM EST

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. -- This winter, the Mets constructed their pitching staff upon a foundation of depth. Rather than target the best starters available, the Mets acquired multiple lesser options, hoping to guard against attrition and injury. They entered camp feeling comfortable about the interchangeability of their top eight

Buehler, Bregman share a team ... and a horse

9:57 AM EST

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O's owner Rubenstein discusses building a winner, extending young stars

@JakeDRill
5:12 PM EST

SARASOTA, Fla. -- During his first season as the owner/control person of the Orioles, David Rubenstein was heavily engaged with the fan base. The 75-year-old attended a large number of games at Camden Yards, often tossing out free hats and taking selfies with anyone who asked. On Monday, Rubenstein arrived

58 runs in 7 innings?! This college game was WILD

@HarriganMLB
11:32 AM EST

It wasn’t a football score -- just a college baseball game gone wild. The final? Rhode Island 36, William & Mary 22. In the end, the 10-run mercy rule that was applied at the end of the seventh inning proved far more effective at stopping the scoring than either team’s

Kotsay extended as A’s manager through ‘28

@MartinJGallegos
6:39 PM EST

MESA, Ariz. -- Since taking over as manager of the Athletics amid a roster overhaul that took place just before the start of the 2022 season, Mark Kotsay has made it clear that he desires to guide this team fully through a challenging rebuilding process and back into contention. Entering

Megill keeps it simple in following Hader, Williams to the 9th inning

2:35 PM EST

PHOENIX -- All Trevor Megill has to do is follow in the footsteps of Brewers closers Josh Hader and Devin Williams, who combined to win five of the six Trevor Hoffman Awards as NL Reliever of the Year from 2018-23 and rank first and fifth all-time in strikeout rate among

Kelenic ready to prove he can be an everyday player

4:21 PM EST

NORTH PORT, Fla. -- One year after coming to Spring Training as the guy the Braves had just spent approximately $17 million on to control for five seasons, Jarred Kelenic feels somewhat like a forgotten figure. “We're going to need him to be a big player for us till we

Good health begins at home for Buxton

After fully healthy offseason, Twins center fielder looks to build on strong finish to '24
7:21 PM EST

FORT MYERS, Fla. -- After the first day of full-squad workouts on Monday, Twins center fielder Byron Buxton stood in front of his locker and said he is planning to stay healthy this year. For him, that is a bold statement, considering that he hasn’t played a full season since

'I'm good now': Carter believes back problems in the past

@kennlandry
7:22 PM EST

SURPRISE, Ariz. -- There are a lot of questions when it comes to Evan Carter going into 2025. Can he hit left-handed pitching? Will he start in center field? Will he start anywhere in the outfield in general? The most important question, though, is if he’s healthy. The answer to