While much of the baseball world is focused on the 2026 World Baseball Classic, the New York Mets are quietly continuing preparations for the upcoming MLB season during spring training. Most of the Mets’ lineup appears largely set heading toward Opening Day. Francisco Alvarez will handle catching duties, Bo Bichette is expected to start at third base, and Francisco Lindor will return to shortstop once he fully recovers ... Read more
White Sox Rotation Battle: Who Will Get the Ball on Opening Day? DD
With Opening Day less than three weeks away, several Major League teams have already named their first starter of the 2026 season. The Chicago White Sox, however, are still keeping that decision open as their rotation competition continues during spring training. Chicago will begin its season on March 26 against the Milwaukee Brewers, and while the projected starting rotation appears mostly set, the club has yet to ... Read more
Shane Smith Leads White Sox Opening Day Starter Race vs. Brewers. DD
With Opening Day less than three weeks away, several Major League teams have already named their first starter of the 2026 season. The Chicago White Sox, however, are still keeping that decision open as their rotation competition continues during spring training. Chicago will begin its season on March 26 against the Milwaukee Brewers, and while the projected starting rotation appears mostly set, the club has yet to ... Read more
Phillies Make First Spring Cuts as Four Prospects Sent to Minors. DD
The Philadelphia Phillies have begun the process of trimming their spring training roster as Opening Day approaches. Cristopher Sanchez needed 43 pitches to record four outs against Nicaragua. | FS2 On Saturday morning, the team made its first moves of the spring, optioning pitcher Jean Cabrera and outfielder Gabriel Rincones Jr. to Triple-A Lehigh Valley, while pitcher Moises Chace and reliever Yoniel Curet were ... Read more
Astros Prospect Walker Janek Making Noise With Hot Spring Performance. DD
The Houston Astros are determined to leave the 2025 season in the past. After missing the playoffs during the final weekend of last year and battling injuries throughout the season, the organization entered 2026 focused on turning the page. Spring training has become an important opportunity not only to prepare for Opening Day but also to evaluate young talent within the system. And one rising prospect has already ... Read more