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Michael Carpenter

Michael is a California kid, living in Arizona as a graduate of The Cronkite School of Journalism, Forks Up. He believes Yadier Molina will be in the Hall, and Dez caught it. Michael njoys spending his free time with his amazing wife and two beautiful daughters or playing video games. You can find him on Twitter @_MCSports.

Three hitters that have shined during spring training

We are about a week away from Opening Day and that means rosters are starting to take shape and players are being told what level they will start the new season. While spring training isn't the only factor in making these decisions, having a standout performance can help bolster your chances of making the team out of camp.

Three pitchers that have shined during spring training

We are about a week away from Opening Day and that means rosters are starting to take shape and players are being told what level they will start the new season. 

A's Miguel Andujar is shredding spring training. Will revival carry over to season?

Once one of the hottest young hitters in baseball with the New York Yankees, Oakland Athletics outfielder Andujar is proving that he still has something to prove in the MLB.

ESPN's new MLB Top 100: Astros, Braves, Dodgers lead the way

ESPN has dropped its annual Top 100 players list and, as expected, three teams dominated the list with the Atlanta Braves, Houston Astros and Los Angeles Dodgers accounting for a combined 25 players. 

Three rising stars for the Oakland Athletics

Here are three rising stars looking to make an impact for the A's in 2024.

Three rising stars for the Minnesota Twins

Here are three rising stars looking to make an impact for the Twins in 2024.

Three rising stars for the Washington Nationals

Here are three rising stars looking to make an impact for the Nationals in 2024.

Three rising stars for the Cleveland Guardians

Here are three rising stars looking to make an impact for the Guardians in 2024.

Three rising stars for the Pittsburgh Pirates

After a hot start in 2023, the Pittsburgh Pirates ended up in fourth place in the National League Central. They will look to bounce back and be competitive in 2024.

Three rising stars for the Milwaukee Brewers

After winning the NL Central in 2023, the Brewers will look to repeat that performance in 2024. 

This Cardinals prospect has chance to make impact to begin 2024 season

St. Louis Cardinals outfield prospect Victor Scott II is looking to prove he's ready to make an impact in the major leagues.

Three rising stars for the Seattle Mariners

Here are three rising stars looking to make an impact for the Mariners in 2024.

Three rising stars for the Detroit Tigers

Here are three rising stars looking to make an impact for the Tigers in 2024.

Cardinals agree to deal with veteran shortstop Brandon Crawford

With utility man Tommy Edman unlikely to be ready for Opening Day, the St. Louis Cardinals have added three-time All-Star shortstop Brandon Crawford to the squad to backup rookie shortstop Masyn Winn.

Three rising stars for the Toronto Blue Jays

After a disappointing postseason loss in the American League wild-card series, the Blue Jays will look to make another postseason run in the loaded AL East in 2024. 

Three rising stars for the Texas Rangers

With spring training underway, each team is filled with hope for a World Series title and fresh faces are ready to make a name for themselves in the majors. After winning their first World Series title in 2023, the Rangers will look to make another postseason run in 2024.

Rising stars for the Tampa Bay Rays

Here are three rising stars who will look to make an impact for the Rays in 2024.

Rising stars for the San Francisco Giants

After a disappointing 79-83 finish in 2023, the San Francisco Giants enter 2024 looking to make only their second postseason appearance since 2017. 

Three rising stars for the Orioles

After one of the best seasons in franchise history in 2023, the Orioles will look to repeat as AL East champions in 2024.

3 rising stars who could lift Cincinnati Reds back into postseason

After barely missing out on the postseason in 2023, the Cincinnati Reds and their young core will look to make their second postseason appearance since 2014.

Rising stars for the New York Mets

Here are three rising stars who will look to make an impact for the Mets in 2024.

Rising stars for the Atlanta Braves

Here are three rising stars who will look to make an impact for the Braves in 2024.

Rising stars for the Houston Astros

Here are three rising stars who will look to make an impact for the Astros in 2024.

Rising stars for the Chicago Cubs

Here are three rising stars who will look to make an impact for the Cubs in 2024.

Rising stars for the Boston Red Sox

Here are three rising stars who will look to make an impact for the Red Sox in 2024.