Projecting a rookie’s first season in the major leagues is never easy. Justin Crawford hit .334 with a .411 on-base percentage last season at Triple A. | Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images For the Philadelphia Phillies, few players represent the uncertainty of the 2026 season more than Justin Crawford. The 22-year-old outfielder is stepping into the spotlight as one of the franchise’s most intriguing young talents, and ... Read more
Houston Astros Enter 2026 Season With One Major Weakness: Depth. DD
The Houston Astros did not make many splashy moves during the offseason, and that quiet winter could end up becoming a serious issue during the 2026 MLB season. General manager Dana Brown mostly stood pat with a veteran-heavy roster, choosing to make only a few additions while hoping the core of the team can bounce back after a disappointing finish in 2025. A quiet offseason in Houston Dana Brown | Troy ... Read more
Astros’ Biggest Concern for 2026 May Be a Lack of Roster Depth. DD
The Houston Astros did not make many splashy moves during the offseason, and that quiet winter could end up becoming a serious issue during the 2026 MLB season. General manager Dana Brown mostly stood pat with a veteran-heavy roster, choosing to make only a few additions while hoping the core of the team can bounce back after a disappointing finish in 2025. A quiet offseason in Houston Dana Brown | Troy ... Read more
Toronto’s Outfield Depth May Force Blue Jays to Move Struggling Davis Schneider. DD
The Toronto Blue Jays boast one of the deepest outfields in Major League Baseball — so deep that it could force the team to make a difficult decision. With Opening Day approaching, Toronto’s roster is beginning to take shape, and the organization may soon need to move a player who simply doesn’t have a clear role. One name increasingly mentioned as a potential trade candidate is outfielder Davis Schneider. Outfield ... Read more
Soto’s WBC Comment Ignites Social Media After Leaving Mets Off ‘Fun Teams’ List. DD
New York Mets superstar Juan Soto has once again found himself trending online — this time because of a comment he didn’t make. During the 2026 World Baseball Classic, Soto delivered an interview that quickly went viral after fans noticed he failed to mention the Mets when discussing the most enjoyable teams he has played for. The moment came after the Dominican Republic’s dominant 12–1 win over the Netherlands on ... Read more