Spring training is full of storylines for the New York Mets this year. Veterans are trying to rediscover form, young players are experimenting with adjustments, and several pitchers are fighting to prove they still belong. But one potential roster battle has quietly developed without much attention. Left-hander Bryan Hudson, acquired from the Chicago White Sox, appears to be the early favorite to fill a temporary ... Read more
A Veteran Bat and a Lefty Arm Are Suddenly Making the White Sox’ Final Decisions Much Harder. DD
The Chicago White Sox entered spring training with most of their 2026 Opening Day roster already taking shape. Unlike some teams dealing with wide-open competitions, Chicago had relatively few roster spots truly up for grabs. Still, spring training always creates opportunities for players who arrive in camp looking to prove they belong. This year has been no exception. Several non-roster invitees and prospects were ... Read more
Two Surprise Performers Are Forcing the White Sox to Rethink Their Opening Day Roster. DD
The Chicago White Sox entered spring training with most of their 2026 Opening Day roster already taking shape. Unlike some teams dealing with wide-open competitions, Chicago had relatively few roster spots truly up for grabs. Still, spring training always creates opportunities for players who arrive in camp looking to prove they belong. This year has been no exception. Several non-roster invitees and prospects were ... Read more
Houston’s Crowded Infield Is Becoming a Problem Again — And the League Knows the Astros Are Cornered. DD
The Houston Astros are once again facing a roster problem that feels all too familiar. With Opening Day rapidly approaching, the team still hasn’t resolved a crowded infield situation that has been hanging over spring training. And according to insiders around the organization, the longer it drags on, the more uncomfortable it could become. Houston’s front office is reportedly motivated to clear the logjam before the ... Read more
Astros’ Infield Logjam Is Starting to Feel Uncomfortably Familiar — And It Could Spark Another Clubhouse Rift. DD
The Houston Astros are once again facing a roster problem that feels all too familiar. With Opening Day rapidly approaching, the team still hasn’t resolved a crowded infield situation that has been hanging over spring training. And according to insiders around the organization, the longer it drags on, the more uncomfortable it could become. Houston’s front office is reportedly motivated to clear the logjam before the ... Read more