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David Hill

Based in the mountains of Vermont, Dave has over a decade of experience writing about all things baseball. Just don't ask his thoughts on the universal DH.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Guardians lock in young starting pitcher

Tanner Bibee has emerged as an important part of the Guardians' core. He will not be leaving Cleveland any time soon.

Orioles add veteran pitching depth before Opening Day

The Baltimore Orioles desperately needed to find another pitcher for the starting rotation.

Position change for Astros star may not be permanent

The Houston Astros were desperate to find outfielders. 

Roki Sasaki battles through uneven Dodgers debut

His major league debut, set in his home country, was eagerly anticipated.

Blue Jays reportedly set to make another offer to franchise icon

The Toronto Blue Jays and first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. failed to agree to a contract extension by the start of spring training. That missed deadline may not matter.

AL best-case scenarios: What's ceiling for Yankees, Guardians, other powers?

The Major League Baseball season opens in Japan on March 17 with a two-game series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs. The other big-league teams, meanwhile, will open their seasons later in March. 

Dodgers star to miss Tokyo Series due to illness

The Los Angeles Dodgers will be short-handed as they face the Chicago Cubs to start the season.

White Sox make surprising decision on Opening Day starter

One could be forgiven for being unfamiliar with Chicago White Sox pitcher Sean Burke.

Tigers trying to find spot for former top prospect

The 2025 season may be critical for Spencer Torkelson's future.

Logic prevails in Red Sox's infield dilemma

The Boston Red Sox had a potential problem on their hands, but logic has prevailed.

Yankees scouring free-agent scraps for a right-handed bat

The injury bug has hammered the New York Yankees during spring training.

Dodgers make major announcements regarding pair of prized prospects

Neither decision comes as much of a surprise.

Rays left-handed hitters should love temporary home

Left-handed hitters will have another reason to love the Rays' new home.

Cardinals have prescription for Yankees' ills

The injury bug has already hammered the New York Yankees. One team appears to be uniquely situated as a perfect trade partner that could address several of the Yankees' needs.

Who's due to regress in American League this season?

Hope springs eternal for most baseball fans during spring training. Yardbarker MLB writers, however, are here to deliver downers: American League players who are due for a regression this season.

Latest Gerrit Cole update could mean Yankees' championship hopes are fleeting

The hits keep on coming for the New York Yankees. 

Former Mets fan favorite provides Padres perfect infield depth

Infielder Jose Iglesias was one of the better players left in free agency. He finally found a home for the 2025 season on Tuesday.

Astros gamble that this franchise legend can fill their outfield hole

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve had been mentioned as a candidate to play left field in 2025. That position change is set to happen.

One new face who could make a major impact for each AL team

With spring training rolling, every team has new players getting acclimated to their new environment.

Former All-Star hoping to stay with Red Sox

He is hoping to stay in Boston beyond 2025.

Yankees still have Marcus Stroman-sized rotation problem

Stroman had his first chance to solidify his place in the Yankees rotation on Sunday. Instead, he struggled against the Braves.

Yankees reportedly eyeing potential Giancarlo Stanton replacement

The Yankees' lineup will be significantly lacking at the beginning of the 2025 season. To fill that hole, they could consider signing a veteran power hitter.

This Rangers 1B had two reasons to celebrate on Thursday

Texas Rangers corner infielder Jake Burger had quite the day on Thursday.

This trio of prospects hint at a bright future for Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox drew attention during the offseason for their acquisitions in free agency and via trade. However, a trio of prospects are showing that the Red Sox have a bright future ahead.

White Sox already out to prove that 2024 failures were not a fluke

The Chicago White Sox made history in 2024. If the early results from spring training mean anything, 2025 may not be much different.