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Yoshinobu Yamamoto starting to live up to hype

Yoshinobu Yamamoto faced a great deal of pressure before ever throwing a pitch for the Los Angeles Dodgers. After a rough start, he's starting to show why the Dodgers handed him a huge contract despite having never thrown a pitch in the major leagues.

Mets reportedly suspend prospect for lying about age

Outfielder Anthony Baptist had been an interesting prospect for the New York Mets. Now his career may be in jeopardy.

Orioles prospects provide glimpse of possible future

The Norfolk Tides, the Orioles' Triple-A team, put on an offensive display in Charlotte on Wednesday.

Change of scenery may be what Joey Bart needs

This is not how it was supposed to end for Joey Bart and the Giants. But perhaps it's just what Bart needs.

Is there more to the Athletics' strange demotion of Esteury Ruiz?

Outfielder Esteury Ruiz has been among the few bright spots on the Oakland Athletics thus far. So why did the club option him to Triple-A?

Dodgers set to add another Japanese star?

The Los Angeles Dodgers already have a pair of Japanese superstars in two-way player Shohei Ohtani and pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Another star could be on the way soon.

The Joey Bart era is over for the San Francisco Giants

Replacing a franchise legend is difficult, as the San Francisco Giants have discovered since Buster Posey hung up his cleats.

Opening Day could provide sign of things to come for Brewers bullpen

The Brewers bullpen was a question mark heading into the season after the team learned it would be without All-Star closer Devin Williams for about three months.

Nelson Cruz received fitting farewell with Mariners on Opening Day

Opening Day was special for Cruz. He threw out the first pitch then signed a one-day contract, retiring as a member of the Mariners. That moment meant a great deal to Cruz as he clearly appreciated the organization and the support of the fans.

Marlins may have stolen OF John Cruz from the Yankees

The Miami Marlins are going to have to wait for him to marinate in the minors, but outfield prospect John Cruz has plenty of upside if he hits his developmental path properly.

Is this the last dance for Pablo Sandoval and the Giants?

The Giants posted on social media for their fans to come out and cheer Sandoval on Tuesday. Steve Kroner of the San Francisco Chronicle reported that while Sandoval is not saying one way or the other, this could be his final game.

Mets slugger J.D. Martinez gets real about the San Francisco Giants

New York Mets slugger J.D. Martinez attempted to clear the air surrounding the San Francisco Giants.

Injured Rangers ace could be X-factor if he can get healthy again

Jacob deGrom has been one of the best pitchers in baseball when he has been able to stay on the mound. Unfortunately, that has been far too infrequent for the Rangers' starter.

The three best pitching matchups for MLB Opening Day

For one day, each team theoretically has their aces facing off, leading to some truly extraordinary pitching matchups. 

The five worst MLB Opening Day starting pitchers

While most teams do not have a true ace, Opening Day is a chance for some to see their top pitchers in a rotation matchup. But for others, it is a reminder of just how bad their pitching staff is.

Blue Jays walking fine line with bullpen injuries

The Toronto Blue Jays were already facing an uphill battle in the AL East, and the climb just got steeper.

Trevor Story key to Red Sox 2024 hopes

Story could be the key to the Red Sox outperforming expectations in 2024.

Dodgers look to continue stranglehold on NL West

 The NL West has been the Dodgers' playground for most of the last decade. 

Yankees dropped the ball by not improving offer for Dylan Cease

The Yankees had a chance to not just weather the storm, but to come out ahead.

AL West preview: Time for a changing of the guard?

Do the Houston Astros still have what it takes to take the AL West?

NL Central preview: Will a team step up?

The NL Central may be the most difficult division to predict. Here's a look at how things could shake out.

AL Central preview: First to 81 wins could reach the postseason

The AL Central is not a powerhouse of a division. The Twins were the only team in 2023 to finish above .500 in the division. FanGraphs does not expect anything to change, projecting just one team to finish with a winning record.

NL East preview: Can anyone dethrone the Atlanta Braves?

The Atlanta Braves could be in play for the best record in baseball if everything breaks right.

AL East preview: Yankees should rise in powerhouse division

Here's how we think the AL East will shake out.