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2/12/26 3:00 PM - Phillies release Nick Castellanos after failing to find trade partner: Where could former All-Star land?. The Phillies made clear all winter they had no plans to enter the 2026 season with Castellanos
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/phillies-releas...

Luis Robert (OF - NYM)

2/12/26 2:48 PM - White Sox GM Chris Getz swears he knows his offseason trade acquisition isn't a switch-hitter. Luisangel Acuña was the headline of the return for Luis Robert Jr.
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/white-sox-chris...

Chris Bassitt (P - TOR)

2/12/26 12:27 PM - Sources: Bassitt joins O's rotation on $18.5M deal. Reliable veteran right-hander Chris Bassitt and the Orioles are in agreement on a one-year, $18.5 million contract, sources told ESPN.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47903189/sourc...

Josh Hader (P - HOU)

2/12/26 12:27 PM - Astros' Hader behind schedule after biceps issue. Astros All-Star reliever Josh Hader was able to resume throwing Wednesday but told reporters he isn't sure if he'll be ready for Opening Day after dealing with biceps tendinitis.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47903249/astro...

Francisco Lindor (SS - NYM)

2/12/26 12:27 PM - Mets' Lindor opts for surgery, out at least 6 weeks. Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor has opted to have surgery on his left hamate bone and will miss at least six weeks, manager Carlos Mendoza said.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47899139/mets-...

Miles Mikolas (P - WSH)

2/12/26 12:27 PM - Nats, veteran starter Mikolas agree to 1-year deal. Miles Mikolas and the Nationals have agreed to a one-year, $2.25 million contract, adding a durable veteran to the mix as the young team sorts out its starting rotation in spring training.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47904777/natio...

Jackson Holliday (2B - BAL)

2/12/26 12:27 PM - O's Holliday to have surgery, miss Opening Day. Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday will undergo surgery to repair a broken hamate bone in his right hand Thursday and will miss Opening Day.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47898014/oriol...

Corbin Carroll (OF - AZ)

2/12/26 12:27 PM - D-backs star Carroll sidelined with broken hand. Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll broke the hamate bone in his right hand and will undergo surgery Wednesday, leaving him out of the World Baseball Classic and in question for Opening Day.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47898559/sourc...

Shane Baz (P - BAL)

2/12/26 11:30 AM - 10 things we saw and heard from the Orioles’ first day of spring training. Here are 10 things we saw and heard from the first day of Orioles spring training, including a first impression of pitcher Shane Baz.
Source: https://www.baltimoresun.com/2026/02/12/orioles-10...

Pete Alonso (1B - BAL)

2/12/26 11:15 AM - The loudest player so far at O's camp? Pete Alonso, no question. No content provided
Source: https://www.mlb.com/news/pete-alonso-loud-early-ca...

Clayton Kershaw (P - LAD)

2/12/26 11:00 AM - Dodgers expect spring training without Clayton Kershaw to feel ‘strange’. The Hall-of-Fame-bound pitcher, who retired after last season, has been a fixture in their spring clubhouse since he was a teenage prospect in 2007, but his “Kersh Effect” influence is expected to live on.
Source: https://www.ocregister.com/2026/02/12/dodgers-expe...

Aaron Civale (P - Ath)

2/12/26 10:24 AM - [SB Nation: Athletics Nation] - Are The Final Two Rotation Spots Really Up For Grabs?. The recent addition of Aaron Civale seems to have solidified the top three spots in the rotation to open the year. Even if you don’t feel that Civale is an upgrade over anyone in-house already, manager Mark Kotsay made it clear yesterday that the top three will be Severino, Springs, and Civale to open the […]
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...

Orion Kerkering (P - PHI)

2/12/26 10:05 AM - Orion Kerkering dealing with hamstring issue, though concern seems low. Rob Thomson opened camp with some injury updates.
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/02/philadelphia-ph...

Shane Baz (P - BAL)

2/12/26 8:30 AM - 10 things we saw and heard from the Orioles’ first day of spring training. Here are 10 things we saw and heard from the first day of Orioles spring training, including a first impression of pitcher Shane Baz.
Source: https://www.baltimoresun.com/2026/02/12/orioles-10...

Miles Mikolas (P - WSH)

2/12/26 7:33 AM - Nats, veteran starter Mikolas agree to 1-year deal. Miles Mikolas and the Washington Nationals have agreed to a $2.25 million, one-year contract, adding a durable veteran to the mix as the young team sorts out its starting rotation in spring training.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47904777/natio...

Francisco Lindor (SS - NYM)

2/12/26 7:33 AM - Mets' Lindor opts for surgery, out at least 6 weeks. Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor has opted to have surgery on his left hamate bone and will miss at least six weeks, manager Carlos Mendoza said.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47899139/mets-...

Kris Bryant (DH - COL)

2/12/26 7:33 AM - Rockies' Bryant to 60-day IL as back issues persist. Kris Bryant, who has played just 48 games over the past two seasons, has been placed on the 60-day injured list by the Rockies as spring training begins.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47900362/rocki...

Josh Hader (P - HOU)

2/12/26 7:33 AM - Astros' Hader behind schedule after biceps issue. Astros All-Star reliever Josh Hader was able to resume throwing Wednesday but told reporters he isn't sure if he'll be ready for Opening Day after dealing with biceps tendinitis.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47903249/astro...

Chris Bassitt (P - TOR)

2/12/26 7:33 AM - Sources: Bassitt joins O's rotation on $18.5M deal. Reliable veteran right-hander Chris Bassitt and the Orioles are in agreement on a one-year, $18.5 million contract, sources told ESPN.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47903189/sourc...

Kyle Tucker (OF - LAD)

2/12/26 7:33 AM - Passan: Kyle Tucker's Dodgers contract might have been the final blow for labor peace. MLB fans are angry -- and players and owners are, too. What did this offseason mean for baseball's coming labor strife?
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47620464/mlb-2...

Corbin Carroll (OF - AZ)

2/12/26 7:33 AM - D-backs star Carroll sidelined with broken hand. Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll broke the hamate bone in his right hand and will undergo surgery Wednesday, leaving him out of the World Baseball Classic and in question for Opening Day.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47898559/sourc...

Jackson Holliday (2B - BAL)

2/12/26 7:33 AM - O's Holliday to have surgery, miss Opening Day. Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday will undergo surgery to repair a broken hamate bone in his right hand Thursday and will miss Opening Day.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47898014/oriol...

Shohei Ohtani (DH - LAD)

2/12/26 6:05 AM - Who Are The Top 10 Hitters In the 2026 World Baseball Classic?. Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge headline the top-10 hitters that will play in the 2026 World Baseball Classic.
Source: https://www.foxsports.com/stories/world-baseball-c...

Brendan Donovan (2B - SEA)

2/12/26 6:00 AM - What does Brendan Donovan bring to Mariners? ‘I play really hard’. Brendan Donovan, the Mariners' latest addition, arrived a week early to spring training. Why? "I try to be the most prepared player on the field," he said.
Source: https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/mariners/what-...

Sung-Mun Song (3B - SD)

2/12/26 3:01 AM - Major transition begins for new Padre Sung-Mun Song. Sung-Mun Song knows there will be an adjustment period as he follows former Kiwoom Heroes teammates from KBO to MLB.
Source: https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2026/02/11/ma...

Chris Bassitt (P - TOR)

2/12/26 2:34 AM - Instant analysis: Orioles to sign free agent pitcher Chris Bassitt. The Orioles bolstered their rotation by adding Chris Bassitt. Here's what The Baltimore Sun sports staff has to say about the move.
Source: https://www.baltimoresun.com/2026/02/11/instant-an...

Chris Bassitt (P - TOR)

2/12/26 2:23 AM - Orioles attempt to bolster rotation: Chris Bassitt signs one-year-deal after spending 2025 with Blue Jays. Bassitt, 37, was left off Toronto's postseason roster last year
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/orioles-rotatio...

Sung-Mun Song (3B - SD)

2/12/26 12:01 AM - Major transition begins for new Padre Sung-Mun Song. Sung-Mun Song knows there will be an adjustment period as he follows former Kiwoom Heroes teammates from KBO to MLB.
Source: https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2026/02/11/ma...

Miles Mikolas (P - WSH)

2/11/26 11:10 PM - Nats, veteran starter Mikolas agree to 1-year deal. Miles Mikolas and the Washington Nationals have agreed to a $2.25 million, one-year contract, adding a durable veteran to the mix as the young team sorts out its starting rotation in spring training.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47904777/natio...

Chris Bassitt (P - TOR)

2/11/26 9:34 PM - Instant analysis: Orioles to sign free agent pitcher Chris Bassitt. The Orioles bolstered their rotation by adding Chris Bassitt. Here's what The Baltimore Sun sports staff has to say about the move.
Source: https://www.baltimoresun.com/2026/02/11/instant-an...

Kris Bryant (DH - COL)

2/11/26 8:36 PM - Rockies' Bryant to 60-day IL as back issues persist. Kris Bryant, who has played just 48 games over the past two seasons, has been placed on the 60-day injured list by the Rockies as spring training begins.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47900362/rocki...

Josh Hader (P - HOU)

2/11/26 8:36 PM - Astros' Hader behind schedule after biceps issue. Astros All-Star reliever Josh Hader was able to resume throwing Wednesday but told reporters he isn't sure if he'll be ready for Opening Day after dealing with biceps tendinitis.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47903249/astro...

Caleb Durbin (3B - BOS)

2/11/26 8:16 PM - New Red Sox Caleb Durbin models his game after former Boston MVP.

“Obviously, long way to go, but he was a dude that I really enjoyed watching.”

The post New Red Sox Caleb Durbin models his game after former Boston MVP appeared first on Boston.com.

Source: https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-red-sox/2026/...

Bryan Hoeing (P - SD)

2/11/26 8:00 PM - Padres notebook: Bryan Hoeing back after ‘not a fun’ 2025; Craig Stammen stays high-cuffed. What might a healthy Bryan Hoeing mean in 2026?
Source: https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2026/02/11/pa...

Pete Alonso (1B - BAL)

2/11/26 7:58 PM - Orioles’ Pete Alonso sets tone on first day of spring training. The Orioles’ new first baseman Pete Alonso made his presence felt on the first day of spring training Wednesday.
Source: https://www.baltimoresun.com/2026/02/11/orioles-pe...

Yusei Kikuchi (P - LAA)

2/11/26 6:37 PM - Angels’ Yusei Kikuchi eager to pitch in WBC, improve on last season. Unsatisfied with his 2025, the left-hander, who will pitch for Japan in the World Baseball Classic, faces hitters on the first official day of spring training.
Source: https://www.ocregister.com/2026/02/11/angels-yusei...

Nick Kurtz (1B - Ath)

2/11/26 6:07 PM - [MLB: Film Room] - Nick Kurtz takes some swings in the batting cages | 02/11/2026. Nick Kurtz takes some practice swings in the batting cage at Spring Training
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...

Ben Rortvedt (C - LAD)

2/11/26 5:46 PM - Dodgers re-sign reliever Evan Phillips, expect his return in July. The right-hander, who led the team in saves in 2023 and 2024, is coming off Tommy John surgery. He agreed to a one-year, $6.5 million contract, with the Dodgers designating catcher Ben Rortvedt for assignment for the second time this offseason.
Source: https://www.ocregister.com/2026/02/11/dodgers-re-s...

Zack Gelof (2B - Ath)

2/11/26 3:13 PM - [Fan Nation] - Zack Gelof Provides Status Update Heading into Spring Training. The A's second baseman suffered a season-ending injury in September of last season. Now he has an update heading on his status into camp.
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...

Cal Raleigh (C/DH - SEA)

2/11/26 2:28 PM - Cal Raleigh on celebrating Super Bowl with Seahawks: ‘What an experience’. “What an experience,” Cal Raleigh said about celebrating Super Bowl with Seahawks. "We're going to try to match them and do everything we can to do what they did."
Source: https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/mariners/marin...

Luis Diaz (P - SD)

2/11/26 2:26 PM - Harry Kane Edges Closer To 2nd Major Trophy As Bayern Munich Reach DFB-Pokal Semis. Harry Kane scored a penalty and Luis Diaz found the net as Bayern Munich beat RB Leipzig 2-0 to reach the semi-finals of the DFB-Pokal.
Source: https://www.foxsports.com/stories/soccer/harry-kan...

Jazz Chisholm (2B/3B - NYY)

2/11/26 2:15 PM - Jazz Chisholm Jr. defends Yankees running it back in 2026: 'I don't see a problem'. While the notion of the Yankees "running it back" has been heavily debated among fans, the All-Star infielder is excited to enter the 2026 season with a near-identical group of teammates from 2025.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/yankees-jazz-chisholm-defe...

Francisco Lindor (SS - NYM)

2/11/26 1:01 PM - Mets' Lindor opts to have surgery, out 6 weeks. Mets star shortstop Francisco Lindor has opted to have surgery for a stress reaction in his left hamate bone, manager Carlos Mendoza said.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47899139/mets-...

Jackson Holliday (2B - BAL)

2/11/26 1:01 PM - O's Holliday to have surgery, miss Opening Day. Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday will undergo surgery to repair a broken hamate bone in his right hand Thursday and will miss Opening Day.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47898014/oriol...

Jordan Montgomery (P - TEX)

2/11/26 12:42 PM - Source: Rehabbing Montgomery rejoins Rangers. Three seasons after being part of the Texas Rangers' only World Series championship, Jordan Montgomery has agreed to a one-year deal to rejoin the team, a source told ESPN.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47898814/sourc...

Evan Phillips (P - LAD)

2/11/26 12:42 PM - Dodgers re-sign Phillips, expect his return in July. Reliever Evan Phillips, who is coming off Tommy John surgery and isn't expected to return until July, agreed to a one-year, $6.5M contract to return to the Dodgers.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47898993/relie...

Zack Wheeler (P - PHI)

2/11/26 11:57 AM - Phillies Ace Zack Wheeler Keeps His Removed Rib in a Closet. Seriously!. After September surgery to remove a blood clot and part of a rib, Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler decided to hold onto a keepsake.
Source: https://www.foxsports.com/stories/mlb/phillies-zac...

Mason Miller (P - SD)

2/11/26 11:53 AM - It's official: Mason Miller named Padres closer. No content provided
Source: https://www.mlb.com/news/mason-miller-padres-close...

Corbin Carroll (OF - AZ)

2/11/26 11:43 AM - Sources: D-backs' Carroll to have hand surgery. Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll broke the hamate bone in his right hand and will undergo surgery Wednesday, sources told ESPN, leaving him out of the World Baseball Classic and in question for Opening Day
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47898559/sourc...

Spencer Schwellenbach (P - ATL)

2/11/26 11:43 AM - Braves' Schwellenbach will start season on IL. Braves right-hander Spencer Schwellenbach is expected to miss significant time because of inflammation in his pitching elbow.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47888840/brave...

Justin Verlander (P - DET)

2/11/26 11:43 AM - Full circle: Tigers sign Verlander to $13M deal. Three-time Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander is returning to the team with which he started his career, signing a one-year deal with the Detroit Tigers.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47888816/tiger...

Andrew McCutchen (DH - PIT)

2/11/26 11:43 AM - GM: Pirates 'will never shut the door' on McCutchen. Pirates general manager Ben Cherington said Tuesday the team "will never shut the door" on potentially finding a role for Andrew McCutchen, a longtime cornerstone of the franchise.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47891599/gm-be...

Anthony Santander (DH/OF - TOR)

2/11/26 11:43 AM - Jays say Santander (shoulder) out 5-6 months. Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander will undergo surgery Wednesday to repair the labrum in his left shoulder and is expected to be sidelined five to six months, manager John Schneider said.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47890941/blue-...

Isiah Kiner-Falefa (SS/3B - BOS)

2/11/26 11:43 AM - IKF: Followed Jays' policy with short lead in G7. Isiah Kiner-Falefa said he wished he took a longer lead in the key play of the ninth inning in Game 7 of the World Series but that he was following Toronto's policy of having a shorter lead in that situation.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47891776/kiner...

Francisco Lindor (SS - NYM)

2/11/26 11:00 AM - Jackson Holliday injury: Orioles second baseman to miss Opening Day after breaking hamate bone. Mets star Francisco Lindor and Diamondbacks' Corbin Carroll have also suffered hamate injuries this spring
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/jackson-hollida...

Framber Valdez (P - DET)

2/11/26 10:51 AM - Astros announce Opening Day starter before first day camp.

With Framber Valdez gone, Houston turns to "Diesel" to lead a new-look staff.

Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/astros/article/hunter...

Jackson Holliday (2B - BAL)

2/11/26 10:44 AM - Orioles’ Jackson Holliday has broken bone in hand, will miss opening day. Orioles infielder Jackson Holliday will have surgery to repair a broken hamate bone in his right hand and will miss opening day, Mike Elias said.
Source: https://www.baltimoresun.com/2026/02/11/orioles-ja...

Tarik Skubal (P - DET)

2/11/26 10:43 AM - 2026 MLB Opening Day starters: Tarik Skubal, Garrett Crochet, Hunter Brown get early honors. Spring training camps just opened and teams are already looking at the regular season
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/2026-mlb-openin...

Aaron Civale (P - Ath)

2/11/26 10:33 AM - [SB Nation: Athletics Nation] - What Offseason Decision Makes You Nervous?. Pitchers and catchers have reported and it’s finally beginning to feel like baseball season. The A’s checked off most of their offseason wish-list, trading for a starting-caliber second baseman (Jeff McNeil), signing a veteran starting pitcher (Aaron Civale just yesterday), and a couple low-end middle relievers (Mark Leiter Jr. and Scott Barlow). Better than all […]
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...

Mason Barnett (P - Ath)

2/11/26 9:47 AM - [SB Nation: Athletics Nation] - Athletics Community Prospect List: Barnett Finds His Spot At #11. *In an effort to make the nomination voting easier for everyone, I will comment, “NOMINATIONS”, and you may reply to that with your picks and upvote the player you’d like to see on the next nominee list. After just barely losing last round to outfielder Devin Taylor, right-handed starter prospect Mason Barnett was the clear winner for […]
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...

Kodai Senga (P - NYM)

2/11/26 9:05 AM - Mets' Kodai Senga out to prove he can pitch full season, put injury frustrations behind him. Kodai Segna, coming off two frustrating, injury-filled seasons with the Mets, said he is looking to prove to himself that he can pitch a full season: "In this world, it's either you do it, or you don't. And I'm here to do it."
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-kodai-senga-injury-fr...

Justin Verlander (P - DET)

2/11/26 8:37 AM - Team USA routs Canada; Michigan takes over top Bracketology seed. Plus, Justin Verlander is back where it all began after signing a one-year deal with Detroit
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/olympics/news/2026-winte...

Jordan Montgomery (P - TEX)

2/11/26 7:40 AM - Jordan Montgomery agrees to deal to return to Rangers (source). No content provided
Source: https://www.mlb.com/news/jordan-montgomery-deal-wi...

Frankie Montas (P - NYM)

2/11/26 7:08 AM - [Fan Nation] - Spring Training Should Have A's Considering Frankie Montas Reunion. Frankie Montas hasn't been right in his stints with the New York Mets and Yankees—could a return to the A's get him back on track?
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...

Anthony Santander (DH/OF - TOR)

2/11/26 2:30 AM - Blue Jays’ Anthony Santander to miss much of the season with shoulder injury. Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander, who left the Orioles in free agency last year, will miss much of the season with a shoulder injury.
Source: https://www.baltimoresun.com/2026/02/10/anthony-sa...

Jose Quintana (P - MIL)

2/11/26 1:06 AM - Sources: Rockies add Quintana on 1-year deal. Jose Quintana, embarking on his 15th major league season, gives the Rockies another veteran pitcher.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47893824/sourc...