Spencer Strider begins the season on the injured list amid pitching issues for the Braves
Strider to Begin Season on Injured List Spencer Strider has been sidelined. Braves manager Walt Weiss announced that Strider will start the 2026 season on the disabled list due to an oblique strain. This marks yet another setback in Strider’s still-developing career. Weiss commented on the situation, mentioning, “I think we have tackled this issue […]
Shohei Ohtani of the Dodgers makes his first pitching appearance in spring training
Ohtani Impresses in Spring Training Debut PHOENIX — Shohei Ohtani mentioned on Wednesday that he didn’t particularly feel like kicking off spring training this year. But honestly, you wouldn’t guess it by how he performed on the mound. In his first live game at Camelback Ranch, Ohtani pitched 4 1/3 scoreless innings against the Giants, […]
Shohei Ohtani shines in his pitching debut for 2026 following the reveal of the Sports Illustrated cover.
Ohtani Shines in Dual Role as Pitcher and Cover Star The morning kicked off with photo shoots, cameras flashing and cover stories in the works. But by the afternoon, it was all about the pitcher’s mound. Shohei Ohtani graced the April cover of Sports Illustrated, standing alongside Aaron Judge. Dressed in suits, they looked like […]
Mets’ relief pitching competition narrowed to a single opening
PORT ST. LUCIE — The Mets are down to just one open spot in their bullpen as they finalize their roster. Manager Carlos Mendoza announced on Monday that Huascar Brazoban has secured a place on the bullpen for Opening Day, leaving just one position available for another relief pitcher. Things can change quickly, especially with […]
Carlos Rodon of the Yankees is adapting to a surprising increase in his pitching speed.
TAMPA — Carlos Rodon is puzzled. As he continues to recover from elbow surgery, experimenting with the movement in his left arm, he discovered something interesting: his pitch speed actually increased when he relaxed and stopped pushing himself to throw at maximum effort. This shift in approach became evident during Saturday’s second batting practice of […]
Freddy Peralta from the Mets is fine with pitching after having extra rest.
Peralta Poised for Season Start WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Freddy Peralta is geared up and ready to go. The new ace for the Mets is set to kick off the season as the starter in the opening game. His performance on Saturday against the Astros was promising; he pitched four innings and gave up […]
Gerrit Cole of the Yankees reveals adjusted pitching technique in first spring practice session
TAMPA — Gerrit Cole’s Windup Gets a Revamp When Gerrit Cole steps back on the major league mound, he’s making some noticeable changes to his windup. In his first bullpen session of spring training, Cole introduced a new technique where he lifts his hands above his head, as opposed to the closer position he used […]
Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani will skip pitching for Japan in the WBC.
Ohtani Will Not Pitch in World Baseball Classic During Dodgerfest on Saturday, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts announced that Shohei Ohtani will not be participating as a two-way player for Japan in the World Baseball Classic (WBC). Roberts mentioned, “He doesn’t plan on throwing in the WBC, but he’s going to strengthen his arm for the […]
Braves hire former Mets pitching coach Jeremy Hefner and first base coach Antoan Richardson after team changes
Braves Look to Benefit from Mets’ Coaching Shake-Up The Atlanta Braves are poised to capitalize on the recent coaching changes within the New York Mets. In a strategic move that adds tension to the NL East rivalry, Atlanta has brought on board former Mets pitching coach Jeremy Hefner and well-regarded first base coach Antoan Richardson, […]
Mets poised to bring on Justin Willard as their new pitching coach
New Pitching Coach for the Mets TORONTO — The Mets have completed their search for a new pitching coach. Justin Willard, previously the pitching director for the Red Sox, is set to take the position. This was confirmed on Saturday by various sources. Willard, at just 35, steps in for Jeremy Hefner, whose option for […]