As the 2026 World Baseball Classic approaches, Shohei Ohtani will play a limited role for Team Japan, appearing primarily as a designated hitter while skipping pitching duties. The Dodgers, intent on maximizing the reigning MVP’s health and availability, are prioritizing his long-term durability over early exhibition innings. Ohtani did squeeze in a live bullpen session on Sunday, throwing roughly two innings, ... Read more
📢 TOP STORY: Alex Vesia steps onto the mound again and Dodgers fans respond with a heartfelt ovation ⚡ .NL
GLENDALE, Ariz. — The healing will probably never be complete for Alex Vesia. But at least it has begun. Vesia returned to game action on Monday afternoon for the first time since he and his wife, Kayla, lost their newborn daughter shortly after her birth in October. Vesia retired the side in order, striking out two of the Seattle Mariners, including Colt Emerson to end the inning. In typical fashion, Vesia ... Read more
🔥 HOT NEWS: Back on the mound at last, Alex Vesia is welcomed by a wave of cheers from the faithful ⚡ .NL
GLENDALE, Ariz. — The healing will probably never be complete for Alex Vesia. But at least it has begun. Vesia returned to game action on Monday afternoon for the first time since he and his wife, Kayla, lost their newborn daughter shortly after her birth in October. Vesia retired the side in order, striking out two of the Seattle Mariners, including Colt Emerson to end the inning. In typical fashion, Vesia stalked ... Read more
🔥 HOT NEWS: As the WBC pulls stars away, Jackson Merrill leans into a blue-collar mission in San Diego ⚡ .NL
Within the next week or so, the San Diego Padres' camp is going to be a tad barren — at least among the organization's circle of best players. Manny Machado, Fernando Tatis Jr., Mason Miller, and Xander Bogaerts will all head off to partake in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, representing several different countries. The star power will dwindle for the rest of spring training for the Friars, but one mainstay is ... Read more
⚡ LATEST UPDATE: Jackson Merrill seizes his moment as the WBC reshapes the Padres’ clubhouse ⚡ .NL
Within the next week or so, the San Diego Padres' camp is going to be a tad barren — at least among the organization's circle of best players. Manny Machado, Fernando Tatis Jr., Mason Miller, and Xander Bogaerts will all head off to partake in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, representing several different countries. The star power will dwindle for the rest of spring training for the Friars, but one mainstay is sticking ... Read more