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First Cuts in Cubs Spring Training Camp

Mar 14, 2016

It's not the most fun part of the Cactus League, but it's as inevitable as the first pitch. In their first round of cuts, the Chicago Cubs have optioned three players, Andury Acevedo, Dan Vogelbach and Eric Jok...

Which Non-Roster Invitee Makes the Giants in 2016?

Michael Saltzman

Mar 8, 2016

Opinions & Predictions, San Francisco Giants, Spring Training

The San Francisco Giants have several non-roster invitees who have made the team in recent years. Juan Uribe, Andres Torres, Guillermo Mota, Ryan Vogelsong, Joaquin Arias, Gregor Blanco, Juan Gutierrez and Bran...

Close call at Spring Training game leads to calls to extend netting

Stevie Larson

Mar 8, 2016

Atlanta Braves, Pittsburgh Pirates, Spring Training

There was a scary scene at the Atlanta Braves game on Saturday against the Pittsburgh Pirates that had the potential to end up much worse if not for the quick thinking of one fan. A boy who was sitting behin...

Energy Sizzles Just Beneath the Surface at Chicago Cubs Spring Training

David N. Wilson

Mar 5, 2016

Chicago Cubs, Features, National League Central

At first glance, you see pretty much what you'd expect to see, a lot of guys putting in hard work and long hours. Drills are constant, and -- particularly among pitchers and outfielders -- there is something mo...

Spring Training Position Battles: Atlanta Braves

Adam Piede

Mar 3, 2016

Atlanta Braves, Opinions & Predictions, Spring Training

As spring training games kick off this week, position battles have started to move from “on paper” to on the diamond. While teams such as the San Francisco Giants and Kansas City Royals have the majority of th...

Doug Fister will start Astros spring opener against Phillies

Jesus Rivera

Feb 29, 2016

American League, American League West, Houston Astros, Major League Baseball, Spring Training

Will Doug Fister, one of the Houston Astros' offseason acquisitions, get a spot in the starting rotation? (more…)...

Miami Marlins Announce Lineup for First Game Action of 2016- Way Too Early Reactions Part 1

David Marcillo

Feb 29, 2016

Miami Marlins, Spring Training

The Miami Marlins don't start official Grapefruit League play until Thursday, but they will be facing the University of Miami baseball team, as they have for years now, on Tuesday. It will be the first game act...

What Could You Buy with the Money Yoenis Cespedes Spends on Cars?

Ryan Blake

Feb 29, 2016

Features, New York Mets, Spring Training

Most professional athletes nowadays can be seen rolling around in something fancy, whether it's an Audi, a Range Rover, an Escalade, or the biggest pickup truck they can find. Yoenis Cespedes of the New York Me...

Can Billy Beane Work His Magic Again?

Adam Piede

Feb 26, 2016

American League West, Oakland Athletics, Opinions & Predictions

Last season was a most forgettable one for the Oakland Athletics and general manager Billy Beane. The A’s produced a mere 68 wins, which was the lowest output in Beane’s 18 years at the helm in Oakland. In Octo...

Micah Johnson Slices Finger While Cutting Avocado

Ryan Blake

Feb 20, 2016

Chicago White Sox, Headlines, Injuries, Los Angeles Dodgers

There's a headline I never thought I would write. Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Micah Johnson, acquired from the Chicago White Sox in a three-team deal centered around former Cincinnati Reds infielder Todd F...

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