Jimmy Rollins has made the Opening Day roster for the White Sox.
Keuchel has quickly ascended to elite level
It was only two years ago that Dallas Keuchel’s baseball career was at a crossroads. To be blunt, Keuchel had no idea if he was going to have a baseball career. Or at least have one that anyone would remember. Seems hard to believe now, doesn’t it?
Sources: Orioles release righty Gonzalez
The Orioles have placed right-hander Miguel Gonzalez on release waivers, multiple sources confirmed to MLB.com on Wednesday afternoon.
Baez doesn’t expect to be sidelined long
Cubs’ infielder Javier Baez doesn’t think his sprained left thumb will keep him on the disabled list long.
Prado likely full-time 5th batter behind Giancarlo
Throughout Spring Training, manager Don Mattingly has tinkered with various batting orders. Giancarlo Stanton has been a staple in the cleanup spot, and that will continue in the regular season. But who bats behind Stanton in the fifth spot has either been Justin Bour against right-handed starters or Martin Prado with a lefty on the mound. That slot may end up getting more stability.
iPads in the dugout: New MLB app unveiled
On Wednesday, MLB announced its latest technology collaboration with Apple to integrate powerful new on-field capabilities through the approved use of iPad Pro and a newly developed advance scouting, analytics and video app called MLB Dugout during games.
Vanity Wear: 30 famous faces with #CapsOn
Just like us regular folk.
Osuna to continue as Blue Jays’ closer
Roberto Osuna, who recorded 20 saves as a rookie last year, will open the season as the Blue Jays’ closer, manager John Gibbons said on Wednesday.
Moose, Royals bust loose to outslug Giants
Mike Moustakas and Salvador Perez combined for nine RBIs as the Royals overcame a rough start from right-hander Yordano Ventura to defeat the Giants, 16-10, on Tuesday night at Surprise Stadium.
Tomlin, Bauer finish strong in rotation race
Only one issue remains unsettled at Indians camp to firm up the Opening Day roster. Cleveland needs to determine how Cody Anderson, Trevor Bauer and Josh Tomlin fit in the pitching puzzle.
Tomorrow the world? MLB prospects to watch in 2016
This is a tough week at Spring Training. All across the Cactus and Grapefruit Leagues, teams are finalizing their rosters in preparation for Opening Day. That means trimming, tailoring and slicing off of the 40-man roster at the expense of prospects around the league, which are being optioned, released and reassigned in typical last-week fashion.
SoE: Leitch: 5 teams trending upward
We don’t know who it will be. But we know it will be someone. Here are five teams that could surprise everybody in 2016 with a season far better than anyone expects.
NL Central: What to expect in 2016
The three winningest teams in the Major Leagues last season were in this division, and the Cardinals, Pirates and Cubs should again make hay against the rebuilding Reds and Brewers. The Cards have won the Central three years in a row and have gone to the playoffs the past five seasons; the Pirates have been a Wild Card each of the past three years. But the Cubs beat both teams in the postseason last year and have since imported Jason Heyward and John Lackey from St. Louis and added Ben Zobrist after he helped the Royals win the World Series. The stage is set for a great race.
Cy Young winners take the hill for spring finales
Today marks the last day pitchers can get in a final spring tuneup while still starting on regular rest next week for Opening Day, resulting in a stacked deck of pitching talent, including multiple Cy Young Award winners.
Familiar faces: Longest Opening Day streaks
Regular-season games will return on Sunday with a trio of contests spanning the full day. With that in mind, we take a look at the longest active streaks of Opening Day starts for the same team at each position, as well as how they stack up to the all-time record.
Hosmer hosts Pitch, Hit and Run contest
Royals first baseman Eric Hosmer will never forget his experience in the Scott’s MLB Pitch, Hit and Run contest.
Egg hunt breaks out after HR lands in flowers
You can tell these kids have been practicing.