All articles tagged with #spring training
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Battery Power
The Atlanta Braves are assembling a new coaching staff with young, respected coaches from the Mets, and have announced their Spring Training schedule. Shane Bieber has opted to pick up his $16 million option instead of a buyout, remaining a key starting pitcher. The article also mentions Chris Sale's return and general MLB updates.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Boston Globe
The Red Sox began considering trading Rafael Devers as early as spring training, with cracks in their relationship emerging after the signing of Alex Bregman, leading to the decision to trade him.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Athletic
Major League Baseball plans to test an automated ball-strike challenge system during the 2025 spring training, aiming for potential regular-season use by 2026. The system, which has been trialed in the minors, will allow teams two challenges per game, retaining them if correct. Commissioner Rob Manfred emphasized the importance of feedback from both clubs and players. The implementation is also part of ongoing negotiations with major league umpires, whose contract recently expired.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Sports Illustrated
Major League Baseball plans to test robot umpires during the 2025 spring training, with the potential for regular-season use by 2026, pending an agreement with the MLB Umpires Association. The challenge system will be trialed at 13 ballparks, involving 19 teams, as part of ongoing efforts to refine the automated umpiring system, which has been tested in the minor leagues. Commissioner Rob Manfred emphasized the need for feedback from both clubs and players before moving forward.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC Bay Area
Major League Baseball plans to test robot umpires at 13 spring training ballparks in 2025, with potential regular-season implementation by 2026. The automated ball-strike system (ABS) has been trialed in minor leagues since 2019, but its adoption in the majors requires agreement with the MLB Umpires Association, whose contract expires in December. Commissioner Rob Manfred emphasized the need for feedback from both clubs and players before proceeding. The ABS system, which has been modified during minor league tests, will be evaluated through a challenge system during spring training.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ESPN
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred announced that robot umpires might be tested during spring training in 2025, with a potential full implementation by 2026. However, technical issues with defining the strike zone need to be resolved first. The league has been experimenting with an automated ball-strike system (ABS) in the minor leagues and recently switched to a challenge system based on player feedback. The upcoming expiration of the umpires' collective bargaining agreement and player concerns about ABS will be significant factors in future negotiations.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred announced that the league might test an automated strike zone during the 2025 spring training, with potential implementation in 2026. The league has tested two versions of the system in the minor leagues, favoring a challenge-based approach. However, technical issues and player feedback need to be addressed, and the change would require approval from both the competition committee and the umpires' union.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC Sports Chicago
The Chicago Cubs have finalized their Opening Day roster for the 2024 season, making several moves including optioning pitcher Hayden Wesneski and outfielder Alex Canario to Triple-A Iowa, sending catcher Joe Hudson to minor league camp, and releasing Jorge Alfaro. With Patrick Wisdom on the injured list, first baseman Garrett Cooper will make the big-league roster, and outfielder David Peralta will remain in extended spring training as he works back from offseason surgery. The Cubs are expected to have 26 players on the Opening Day roster for their game against the Texas Rangers, including pitchers, catchers, infielders, and outfielders.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Bleed Cubbie Blue
The Cubs have finalized their 26-man roster for Opening Day, with Nick Madrigal and Miles Mastrobuoni making the bench, Luke Little and José Cuas securing the final bullpen spots, and Alexander Canario and Hayden Wesneski being optioned to Triple A. Madrigal's performance in a recent Spring Training game confirmed his readiness, while Wesneski will be stretched out as a starter in Iowa. Although not making the Opening Day roster, Canario and Wesneski could still play a significant role in the Cubs' season.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Chicago Sun-Times
Outfielder Kevin Pillar signs a major-league deal with the Chicago White Sox just two days after being released by the team, marking a new experience in the business of baseball for him. Pillar, who will serve as a fourth outfielder and could start in right field on Opening Day, had initially signed a minor league contract in the offseason. The White Sox also made roster moves involving catcher Max Stassi, infielder Braden Shewmake, and reliever Jordan Leasure, while finishing their Cactus League with a 9-20-3 record.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Chicago Sun-Times
The Chicago White Sox released Kevin Pillar and Mike Moustakas, while signing Robbie Grossman to a minor league deal. Gavin Sheets' chances of making the team increase with these moves, and John Brebbia's return to the bullpen is a welcome development. Chris Flexen is looking forward to competing, and Eloy Jimenez returned to the lineup after missing a game with a bruised foot.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ESPN
The Baltimore Orioles have reassigned their top prospect, Jackson Holliday, to the minor league camp, delaying his major league debut despite a strong showing in spring training. The 20-year-old, son of former All-Star Matt Holliday, had an impressive performance in the Grapefruit League but will start the season in the minors along with other reassigned players.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
New York Yankees' Anthony Rizzo was a late scratch from Friday’s lineup due to a tight lat, raising injury concerns for the team as DJ LeMahieu is also racing to be ready for Opening Day after sustaining a significant bone bruise on his right foot. The severity of Rizzo’s lat issue is unclear, and the team is lacking depth at first base, with Luis Torrens starting in Rizzo's place and potential options including LeMahieu and Oswaldo Cabrera.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Bleacher Nation
The Chicago Cubs reduced their spring roster by sending lefty Edwin Escobar to minor league camp, indicating he will not be in the big league bullpen to open the season. This move comes after Escobar's recent pitching and may be related to a potential opt-out clause in his minor league contract. With Escobar out, the possibility of a second lefty in the bullpen is down to Luke Little, who has minor league options available.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Marquee Sports Network
The Chicago Cubs have set their rotation for Opening Day, with Javier Assad and Jordan Wicks joining Justin Steele, Kyle Hendricks, and Shota Imanaga. Veteran Drew Smyly will start in the bullpen. The team also made roster cuts, including righty reliever Daniel Palencia being optioned to Triple-A Iowa. The Cubs have split squad action on Friday, with Steele and Assad getting the starts ahead of Opening Day.