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Giancarlo Stanton says tennis elbow makes even simple tasks like opening a bag of chips difficult, keeping him out of early spring games as the Yankees start him slowly with a target return around March 3 and a path toward a full season with planned rest days.
Merrill Kelly’s back discomfort has him unlikely to be ready for Opening Day, with tests ruling out a major issue but ongoing evaluation and pain during throwing. An IL stint is possible; if he misses time, Arizona would start with a rotation of Gallen, Nelson, Rodríguez, Pfaadt and Soroka. Kelly indicated openness to returning to Arizona long-term, but the immediate outlook remains uncertain.
Konnor Griffin, the Pirates’ top prospect, is being discussed as a potential Opening Day roster addition in 2026, a move that would make him the youngest MLB hitter in years. His 2025 breakout across Low‑A to Double‑A (.333/.415/.527 in 563 PAs over 122 games, plus Minor League Player of the Year honors) plus elite speed, power and defense fuel the case to fast‑track him, despite relatively few minor‑league games/plate appearances. If he debuts early, he would join a rare group of teenagers who reached the majors early, a path trodden by the likes of Griffey Jr., Rodriguez, Harper and Soto.
An MRI on Minnesota Twins right-hander Joe Ryan showed only lower back inflammation after he was scratched from a Spring Training start, a best-case outcome that could allow a quick return and keep Opening Day available. With Pablo López out for the year, Ryan’s health is crucial to Minnesota’s rotation, and while his World Baseball Classic participation could be affected, the Twins remain hopeful he can contribute early in the season.
Emerald Fennell’s Wuthering Heights opens with $11 million on Friday from 3,682 theaters to lead the domestic box office, ahead of GOAT ($7.1M) and Crime 101 ($3.9M). Analysts expect roughly $40 million domestically over the Presidents’ Day weekend, with international totals possibly matching that pace, as the film carries an $80 million budget.
With Alex Bregman off the table, Boston must finish a 71-days-out roster that looks improved in pitching but unsettled in the infield, where Marcello Mayer could fit at second or third. Chaim Bloom and Craig Breslow are weighing options and potential acquisitions (Tucker, Bichette, Suárez, Arenado, Donovan) while spring training, Truck Day, and the WBC shape how many players will be on the roster by Opening Day.
'Predator: Badlands' opened with $15.6 million on its first day, surpassing initial projections and potentially setting a franchise record, while other new releases like 'Sarah’s Oil' and 'Nuremberg' had modest starts. The film, directed by Dan Trachtenberg and starring Elle Fanning, is part of Disney's sci-fi revival efforts and is performing well with positive early reviews.
Keystone Ski Resort in Colorado opened for the season on Saturday afternoon, making it the first major ski area in Colorado to open this year, ahead of Arapahoe Basin which announced its Sunday opening. Keystone's early start is notable as the first in Colorado since 1997, and the resort is celebrating with over two miles of skiing available.
'The Conjuring: Last Rites' achieved a franchise-best $34.5 million opening day, surpassing previous records and setting the stage for a potential $50 million debut, making it the biggest horror opening in 2025 and possibly the seventh-largest of the year. Despite mixed reviews, the film's strong start highlights the enduring popularity of the franchise.
The Minnesota State Fair's opening days in 2025 saw 137,148 and 153,988 attendees, respectively, just below last year's record-breaking start, with Saturday's total to be announced later.
The 2025 New York State Fair opened with a notably small crowd due to rainy and cold weather, with the first attendee arriving early despite the conditions. The gates opened at 9 a.m., but the usual bustling atmosphere was subdued, and many vendors were not yet operational. Gov. Kathy Hochul is expected to attend, and the event continues for 12 days with various food and entertainment offerings.
‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ opened with about $57 million domestically, making it the second-largest opening day of the year and setting the stage for a potential $125 million opening weekend, with positive critical reception and strong international performance, marking a successful return for Marvel after a year of reduced output.
Superman launched with a $56.5 million opening day, making it the second-biggest of 2025, and is expected to gross around $120 million in its debut weekend, marking a successful start for Warner Bros. and DC's new superhero universe, with strong reviews and premium format boosts.
Jurassic World Rebirth is projected to open with a $28 million Wednesday, nearing a $128 million five-day total, making it a strong post-Covid box office performer during the July 4th holiday, supported by extensive social media reach and positive early reviews.
Universal's 'How to Train Your Dragon' remake opened with $35.6 million, making it the fourth-biggest opening day of 2025 and projecting an $82.7 million three-day gross, surpassing expectations and marking the franchise's biggest debut. A24's 'Materialists' also exceeded forecasts with a $5 million opening, aiming for a $12 million three-day total, becoming one of A24's top openings. The box office remains dominated by live-action remakes, with Disney's 'Lilo & Stitch' maintaining strong performance.