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Twins' latest spring training lineup could be map to regular season success
Back to the Minnesota Twins Newsfeed Related Topics: Minnesota Twins, Byron Buxton, Spring training, Derek Shelton Putting together a proper starting lineup is always a puzzle piece. There are so many angles to attack it from, depending on the strengths and weaknesses of each respective team. For the Minnesota Twins this season, there is a ton of versatility and speed throughout the lineup. It's just a matter of how first-year manager Derek Shelton wants to construct it.
Spring Training on Hydrogen and Fuel Cells
Join us for an immersive Spring Training on Hydrogen and Fuel Cells, designed to equip participants with technical expertise, safety protocols, and industry insights to advance hydrogen-based energy solutions for sustainability and decarbonization. Featuring industry experts with deep technical knowledge and practical experience, the training covers the entire hydrogen value chain, from system design and safety to financial analysis and market trends.
MLB Spring Breakout has International Flavor
About 2 minutes reading time. This post was originally published on this site Major League Baseball (MLB) confirmed that 16 Spring Breakout Games will be part of the 2025 Spring Training for the second consecutive year. According to MLB Pipeline, the rosters include 72 of the top 100 baseball prospects. Boston Red Sox-Tampa Bay Rays and Los Angeles Dodgers-Chicago Cubs will open the series of games on Thursday, April 13.
J.C. Escarra Went From Driving for Uber to Spring Training
About 4 minutes reading time. J.C. Escarra is in camp with the New York Yankees this spring, but the catcher and first baseman is not guaranteed to make the Opening Day roster. Most of Escarra’s professional baseball career has been full of uncertainty. The Baltimore Orioles selected Escarra in the 15th round of the 2017 Major League Baseball Draft. Still, after reaching as high as Triple-A Norfolk in 2021, the organization released the native of Hialeah, Florida, in April 2022.
Mets Outfielder Jose Siri Adjusting to Spring Training After 2024-25 LIDOM Season
About 5 minutes reading time. PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. – As clouds loomed over Clover Park on Monday afternoon, the New York Mets prepared for their night game against the St. Louis Cardinals. With Opening Day just two weeks away, World Baseball Network caught up with Mets outfielder Jose Siri to discuss his successful 2024-25 season with the Gigantes del Cibao in LIDOM and his transition to spring training. Siri, 29, was born in Sabana Grande de Boya, Dominican Republic.
About 1 minute reading time. GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Michael Grove will miss the upcoming season after having surgery to repair a torn labrum in his right shoulder. The 28-year-old right-hander has pitched in parts of the last three seasons for the Dodgers. He had a 4-4 record with a 5.02 ERA last year, throwing in 39 games, including two starts. He had 54 strikeouts in 51 innings.
Mets catcher Alvarez is out 6-8 weeks with a fractured left hand that needs surgery
About 1 minute reading time. PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (AP) — New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez has a fractured hamate bone in his left hand that will require surgery. Manager Carlos Mendoza said Sunday that Alvarez sustained the injury Saturday during live batting practice and that he’d have surgery Monday. Mendoza added that the injury would keep Alvarez out for six to eight weeks. The 23-year-old Alvarez hit .237 with 11 home runs and 47 RBIs in 100 games last season.
Nearing the end of a short spring, Dodgers, Cubs make final preparations for season opener in Japan
About 4 minutes reading time. GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Shohei Ohtani’s bat is ready for the Los Angeles Dodgers while Shota Imanaga has looked good on the mound for the Chicago Cubs with less than 10 days remaining before baseball’s regular-season opener in Japan. The teams will play two games at the Tokyo Dome on March 18 and 19.
Baltimore right-hander Grayson Rodriguez shut down for up to 10 days with elbow inflammation
About 1 minute reading time. LAKELAND, Fla. (AP) — Baltimore right-hander Grayson Rodriguez has inflammation in his throwing elbow and will be shut down for up to 10 days. Manager Brandon Hyde told reporters Sunday that Rodriguez received a cortisone shot and that he’d resume a throwing program in 7 to 10 days. Hyde had ruled out Rodriguez for the start of the season because of discomfort in his elbow earlier this week.
About 2 minutes reading time. LAKELAND, Fla. (AP) — Detroit center fielder Parker Meadows is out indefinitely with a nerve issue in his throwing arm. Manager A.J. Hinch said Saturday that there is no timetable for his return from the issue in his upper right arm. The Tigers haven’t yet ruled him out for Opening Day but for now he can’t do any baseball activities. “My understanding is that we’re in a wait-and-see (situation),” Hinch told reporters.
About 2 minutes reading time. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — New York Yankees’ third baseman DJ LeMahieu injured his left calf in his spring training debut. Serving as designated hitter, LeMahieu was injured Saturday on his second at-bat in New York’s 9-3 win over the Houston Astros. “That’s not ideal, just with all that he’s had to deal with,” manager Aaron Boone told reporters. “We’ll see what we have there, and we’ll see how significant it is.
Brewers’ Christian Yelich Plays for First Time Since Back Surgery
About 2 minutes reading time. HOENIX (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich took a step forward Saturday in his return from back surgery by playing in a game for the first time since July. Yelich was the designated hitter for the Brewers’ 9-4 Cactus League victory over the Texas Rangers. The 2018 NL MVP went 0 for 3 with two strikeouts and an RBI. “It was just cool to be out there, honestly, because it’s a long road from the last time I did it,” Yelich told reporters afterward.
Yankees’ Giancarlo Stanton Will Open Season on Injured List
About 1 minute reading time. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — New York Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton will begin the season on the injured list because of elbow injuries. According to the New York Post, Stanton has received platelet-rich plasma injections in both of his elbows. The 2017 NL MVP has been away from the team while dealing with a personal matter, but he is expected to rejoin the Yankees in Tampa next week. The 35-year-old Stanton hit .233 with 27 homers and 72 RBIs in 114 games last season.
Pirates’ Paul Skenes Showcases Expanded Arsenal in 1st Grapefruit League Appearance
About 1 minute reading time. BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Paul Skenes got a chance to showcase his expanded repertoire to opposing hitters Saturday while pitching in a Grapefruit League game for the first time this year. Skenes has been working on adding a cutter and a running two-seam fastball to complement his electrifying four-seam fastball.
Predictions for International MLB Free Agents Still Unsigned
About 4 minutes reading time. Spring Training is underway, and players are settling into new apartments and clubhouses. The smell of freshly cut outfield grass and popcorn wafts across Florida and Arizona ballparks. However, some players, primarily veterans, are yet to find a new home this off-season. That doesn’t mean they won’t, but they’d prefer that it happens sooner than later. These are the international-born Major League Baseball free agents remaining.
Juan Soto Gives Mets 3B Brett Baty a Tahoe for Switching Numbers
About 2 minutes reading time. PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (AP) — Juan Soto got his desired No. 22 jersey with the New York Mets after his record $765 million contract this offseason. Brett Baty, who wore that number the past three seasons, got a brand new SUV in spring training. The Mets posted video Thursday showing Soto standing next to a black Chevrolet Tahoe before giving the keys to Baty, the 25-year-old third baseman who wore No. 22 for New York in 169 games.
Cody Poteet Makes First ABS Challenge in Spring Training
About 4 minutes reading time. GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Chicago Cubs pitcher Cody Poteet believed the 95 mph fastball he threw to Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Max Muncy was in the strike zone. Plate umpire Tony Randazzo disagreed and called it a ball. Instead of arguing, Poteet simply patted the top of his cap, signifying he wanted to challenge the call. After a few seconds, the verdict was ready on the video board in right-center field.
Dodgers Pitcher Bobby Miller Hit in the Head by a Line Drive
About 1 minute reading time. GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Bobby Miller was hit in the head by a line drive on Thursday during the team’s spring training against the Chicago Cubs, but was able to walk off the field. The scary moment happened in the third inning when Michael Busch ripped a 105.5 mph liner that appeared to hit Miller on the right temple, where the hat meets the head.
Minor League Deals Tracker Leading Up to Spring Training
About 7 minutes reading time. Several notable international players have signed minor league deals as Spring Training workouts are winding down. Veterans such as Yuli Gurriel, Eddie Rosario, Trayce Thompson, and Robert Kaminsky are trying to keep their MLB dreams alive. MLB clubs are still setting up their rosters as the first Spring Training game begins on February 20.
Robot Umpires Getting First MLB Test During Spring Training
About 6 minutes reading time. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — A computerized system that calls balls and strikes is being tested during Major League Baseball spring training exhibition games starting Thursday after four years of experiments in the minor leagues. Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred is an advocate of the Automated Ball-Strike System, which potentially as early as 2026 could be used to aid MLB home plate umpires, but not replace them.
Dodgers Star Shohei Ohtani Throws 1st BP of Spring Training
About 2 minutes reading time. GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani threw his first bullpen of spring training on Saturday, taking a step toward possibly pitching for the first time since 2023. The reigning World Series champion and National League MVP has not pitched in the big leagues since Aug. 23, 2023, with the Los Angeles Angels. The right-hander later had elbow surgery that limited him to a hitting role during his first season with the Dodgers in 2024.
Athletics Sign Mexican Born Infielder Luis Urías
About 4 minutes reading time. The Athletics have set up a locker for free agent infielder Luis Urías, signaling his presence at spring training, A’s beat writer Martín Gallegos reported on February 17. Luis Urías has a locker inside the A’s clubhouse. — Martín Gallegos (@MartinJGallegos) February 17, 2025 he Athletics have yet to officially announce Urías’ signing on their transaction log and will need to make corresponding roster moves to place him on the active or 40-man roster.
MLB Spring Training: Most Pitchers and Catchers Reporting Wednesday
About 2 minutes reading time. There’s a new No. 2 in the New York Yankees’ rotation behind Gerrit Cole. A familiar face is getting a fresh start leading the Cincinnati Reds. Meanwhile, Shohei Ohtani and Co. already have their title defense underway. There’s plenty to see as baseball returns Wednesday for most MLB clubs, with pitchers and catchers officially reporting at sites across Arizona and Florida.
MLB Minor League Deals Heading Into Spring Training
About 10 minutes reading time. As the first pitchers and catchers report on Feb. 9, here is a look at some of the latest notable minor league deals heading into Spring Training for the 2025 MLB season. Trey Mancini Attempts Comeback with Arizona Diamondbacks via Minor League Deal Mancini, 32, signed a MiLB deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Feb. 7 per ESPN reporter Jeff Passan. This deal includes an invite to spring training as a non-roster invitee.
Five International Prospects to Watch in Spring Training
About 3 minutes reading time. Pitchers and catchers are set to report in a few weeks, with all the other positions shortly after. That said, it’s time to look at five international players to look out for during upcoming spring training. Jasson Dominguez: After the loss of Juan Soto, the Yankees need a corner outfielder. This opens up the door for long-time top prospect Jasson Dominguez to get his chance to shine.
Major League Baseball Announced 2025 Spring Breakout Game Schedule
About 4 minutes reading time. Major League Baseball announced on August 15 the 2025 Spring Breakout game schedule for spring training, which runs from March 13 to 16. 2025 Spring Breakout matchups! Complete details: https://t.co/41GmXBehpf pic.twitter.com/AfeQUMiBla — MLB Pipeline (@MLBPipeline) August 15, 2024 Spring training will start on February 20 when the Los Angeles Dodgers will play at home in the Camelback Ranch region of Glendale, Ariz., against the Chicago Cubs in the Cactus League.
James Triantos Shows Why Spring Training is Special
Featured Photo of James Triantos and TJ Nolen by Rich Biesterfeld One of the best parts of Spring Training for fans is the opportunity to meet many of the players up close and personal. The pace is a lot slower than during the regular season and the players have more time to connect with fans and chat after they have completed their work. Sometimes, you get to see a really special moment like I witnessed on the back fields on Tuesday.
Dodgers News: Dave Roberts & Yoshinobu Yamamoto Challenging Each Other On Languages Original
Yoshinobu Yamamoto signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers on the richest contract for a starting pitcher in Major League Baseball history. His track record of incredible play with the Orix Buffaloes is also a huge boost to future players in Nippon Professional Baseball looking to make the jump to MLB. His storied career in NPB wrapped up with Yamamoto winning his third straight Eiji Sawamura Award, the equivalent of MLB’s Cy Young, with three Most Valuable Player Awards, as well.
No. 31 With Dodgers Was 'Perfect' Choice Original
When the Los Angeles Dodgers acquired Tyler Glasnow from the Tampa Bay Rays in early December, he joined the team he grew up watching in person. Glasnow was quickly signed to a five-year extension, keeping him with the team for the next handful of seasons. Born in Newhall, California, the right-hander played high school baseball at William S. Hart High School, a short drive from Dodger Stadium.
Dodgers Video: Landon Knack Throws Bullpen Session At Dodger Stadium
Landon Knack is among the Los Angeles Dodgers prospects that could potentially make their debut at some point during the 2024 season. The 26-year-old was selected by the organization in the second round of the 2020 MLB Draft and is coming off arguably his most impressive season as a professional. Knack went 5-1 with a 2.51 ERA and 1.16 WHIP in 100.1 innings pitched across 22 starts between Double-A Tulsa and Triple-A Oklahoma City.
Kobe Bryant Video 'Captivated' Shohei Ohtani During Free Agency Meeting With Dodgers
The Los Angeles Dodgers went all out for their free agency meeting with Shohei Ohtani earlier this month in an attempt to land the player they’ve coveted for years. As part of their meeting, the Dodgers played a video of late Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant attempting to recruit Ohtani when he first made the jump to MLB prior to the 2018 season. The Dodgers never got to show Ohtani the video as he went on to join the Los Angeles Angels.
Dodgers Injury Update: Gavin Lux Expected To Be Fully Recovered By Spring Training Original
The Los Angeles Dodgers endured a full season without having their presumed everyday shortstop in Gavin Lux after he suffered a torn ACL and LCL in his right knee during Spring Training. With a full year to rehab, all signs point to Lux being on track to regain a foothold of his place on the Dodgers roster. Lux’s last full season came in 2022, when he batted .276/.346/.399 over 129 games.
Spring Notes: Matt Beaty DFA, first cuts, bunch of highlights, stat notes
Well, it got off to a late start, but baseball is definitely back, and the Dodgers have actually already made first cuts in Spring Training. Today they optioned or reassigned 16 players, which leaves the big league camp at 51. 40-man roster guys optioned were James Outman, Eddys Leonard, Jacob Amaya, and Jorbit Vivas.
Looking at the 22 non-roster players invited to Dodgers’ Spring Training 2022
Spring Training is (finally) here. With that comes non-roster invitees. This year, the Dodgers have invited 21 players, which is down from previous years. Before we get to this year’s crop, let’s look at last year’s NRI contributors. Andy Burns Josiah Gray Jimmy Nelson That’s it. It wasn’t a long list. Burns made it into nine regular season games and even had two plate appearances in the NLCS.
The Weekly - A Spaces Debut, Kohl Lights Up the Gun, Another Johnson, BA Position Lists, and Busy Season Is in High Gear
As for the big news of the week, North Side Bound debuted on Twitter Spaces this week and it was a lot of fun talking prospects and taking questions from some of you that read our stuff on a daily basis. It was weird hearing people’s voices for the first time, but we had a blast doing it and can’t wait to do it again. We’d like to do one before the season begins on April 5, and, at some point, I’m sure we’ll have a draft space session as well in the next month or two.
Washington Nationals announce Phil Rizzo Scout of the Year Award
The Washington Nationals announced the winner of the second annual Phil Rizzo Scout of the Year Award on Thursday. The award is given annually to the Washington Nationals scout who represents the integrity, character and work ethic exemplified by Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo’s late father, Phil Rizzo. Jay Robertson, Special Assistant to the President of Baseball Operations and General Manager, is this year’s winner, announced by Mike Rizzo.
MLB postpones spring training games through March 5
39m ago TSN.ca Staff Spring Training , The Canadian Press Major League Baseball has postponed spring training games through March 5, the league announced on Friday. The league will start meeting with the MLB Players Association on Monday as collective-bargaining negotiations start to ramp up. Major League Baseball has postponed spring training games through March 5.
NASCAR Bluegreen Vacations Duel 1: DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy NASCAR Lineup Picks
What Appears In This Article? hide NASCAR will feature a pair of Daytona 500 qualifying races on Thursday night with the Bluegreen Vacations Duels. This article will focus on the drivers in the first of the two Duel races. Also important to note: DraftKings has separate contests for each Duel, while FanDuel has combined contests for the events. Because of that, I'm gearing this article more towards the DK players out there, mainly because I'm mad at FanDuel for not having separate contests.
The Turn Podcast: DraftKings Picks and Strategy - 2022 Genesis Invitational
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FanDuel PGA DFS Lineup Picks - 2022 Genesis Invitational Daily Fantasy Golf Advice
What Appears In This Article? hide Hello RotoBaller PGA crew! It's great to be back with you guys and I appreciate you joining us here at RotoBaller for your PGA DFS research. This week we have an unbelievably-strong field of players assembled for one of the best events on the schedule, the Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club. Can't wait to dive in! In this article, we'll discuss some of the standout PGA DFS plays available on FanDuel for the Genesis Invitational.
RotoBaller Nominated for Industry-Leading 13 FSWA Awards
What Appears In This Article? hide The goal of the RotoBaller team is to always produce the highest quality content that can help readers and subscribers win their leagues in all sports. It is humbling when we receive confirmation from our peers in the fantasy sports industry that we are indeed delivering the goods.
DraftKings, FanDuel PGA DFS Picks: Horse For The Course - Genesis Invitational (2022)
What Appears In This Article? hide Hello PGA DFS family and welcome back to Horse For The Course! The WM Phoenix Open is always one of the most fun events of the year and it did not disappoint, as we saw a bit of everything at TPC Scottsdale this weekend. A star-studded leaderboard resulted in a sudden-death playoff between Scottie Scheffler and Patrick Cantlay, with Scheffler eventually emerging victorious for the first win of his PGA Tour career.
Super Bowl Rankings for Fantasy Football: Tee Higgins, Cam Akers, Odell Beckham Jr., Kendall Blanton, Van Jefferson, Darrel Henderson
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Super Bowl Sunday Football DFS Lineup Picks for DraftKings - Bengals vs Rams Showdown
What Appears In This Article? hide It's the Super Bowl, RotoBallers! The most-watched and most-discussed and analyzed event of the year and we have some huge DFS contests on DraftKings. This is your last chance to play NFL DFS for six months, so get those lineups ready! In this article I will be providing you with daily fantasy football picks on DraftKings for the Super Bowl showdown slate between the Bengals and Rams.
NFL DFS Analysis: GPP Correlations for Super Bowl LVI - DraftKings Daily Fantasy
What Appears In This Article? hide The Super Bowl is finally upon us. The game that we've been waiting weeks for and if you're a fan of the Rams or Bengals you have to be thrilled that your team made it to the grand finale of this NFL season. Personally, I'm glad we have some fresh teams in there and I am really looking forward to this game. While I like the Rams to win, I think the Bengals certainly have a shot and that we should get a competitive game.
Nationals, Terra create first-ever sports partnership with decentralized autonomous organization
Club sponsorship will showcase Terra with plans to adopt use of cryptocurrency at Nationals Park The Washington Nationals are proud to announce a groundbreaking partnership with the Terra community. Terra is one of the largest decentralized autonomous organizations (DAO) in the cryptocurrency industry and has experienced a meteoric rise as a market leader through its blockchain and DeFi ecosystem.
BetMGM Retail Sportsbook officially opens at Nationals Park
BetMGM and the Washington Nationals announced today the opening of the first retail sportsbook connected to a Major League Baseball stadium. The BetMGM Sportsbook at Nationals Park is open year-round, providing sports fans an innovative entertainment destination to watch and wager on games. “We’re constantly pushing the boundaries to deliver sports fans unique experiences, and that’s just what we’ve done with the new BetMGM Sportsbook at Nationals Park,” said Adam Greenblatt, CEO of BetMGM.
Kevin Frandsen returns to Washington as MASN Color Commentator
The Mid-Atlantic Sports Network (MASN) and Washington Nationals today named former player Kevin Frandsen as the network’s color commentator for Nationals television coverage. Frandsen joins the MASN booth after four seasons with the Philadelphia Phillies radio broadcast.
Washington Nationals announce player development staff Original
The Washington Nationals announced their 2022 Minor League Player Development staff on Tuesday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo and Director of Player Development De Jon Watson made the joint announcement. “We are incredibly excited to announce our expanded player development staff,” said Watson. “We added 14 new roles and brought in more than 20 new staff members to the system.
Washington Nationals agree to terms with ten international free agents
Cristhian Vaquero The Washington Nationals agreed to terms with ten international free agents on Saturday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo and Vice President and Assistant General Manager of International Operations Johnny DiPuglia made the joint announcement.
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