Atlanta Braves 2026 Opening Day roster projection, March 12 edition
The Atlanta Braves' Opening Day roster faces significant changes due to Jurickson Profar's 162-game PED suspension and Joey Wentz's season-ending ACL injury, forcing roster adjustments with two weeks remaining.
Atlanta Braves Valentine's Day 2026 Opening Day roster projection
Projected Braves Opening Day roster includes Albies, Dubón, Acuña Jr., Harris II, Yastrzemski, Profar with bench Heim, León, White, Mateo and several wild-card depth options.
Atlanta Braves 2026 Opening Day roster projection, March 12 edition
The Atlanta Braves' Opening Day roster faces significant changes due to Jurickson Profar's 162-game PED suspension and Joey Wentz's season-ending ACL injury, forcing roster adjustments with two weeks remaining.
2 Blue Jays who deserve an Opening Day spot, 2 who lost one during Spring Training
José Berríos demonstrates redemption through strong Spring Training performance, earning a rotation spot, while Davis Schneider's inconsistent hitting threatens his Opening Day position with the Blue Jays.
Braves drop game in scoreless fashion to Blue Jays
JR Ritchie's first start as a Braves prospect showed promise despite command issues, positioning him as a potential Opening Day roster candidate while the team awaits decisions on injured starter Joey Wentz.
3 Blue Jays who pushed hardest for an Opening Day spot over the last week
Three Blue Jays prospects—catcher Brandon Valenzuela, pitcher Spencer Miles, and one other player—have strengthened their cases for Opening Day roster spots during Spring Training while established players compete in the World Baseball Classic.
2 Blue Jays who deserve an Opening Day spot, 2 who lost one during Spring Training
José Berríos demonstrates redemption through strong Spring Training performance, earning a rotation spot, while Davis Schneider's inconsistent hitting threatens his Opening Day position with the Blue Jays.
The Los Angeles Dodgers optioned 12 players to Minor League camp during their second round of Spring Training roster cuts, including 40-man roster members Ryan Ward and Ronan Kopp.
Would you take 2019 Travis d'Arnaud as part-time DH?
Dominic Smith is positioned as the Opening Day designated hitter against right-handed pitching, with statistical comparisons to Travis d'Arnaud's 2019 season showing similar overall performance metrics.
Jacob Misiorowski and Chad Patrick will start the Brewers' season, with Brandon Woodruff and Quinn Priester expected to join when healthy, while the fifth starter remains undetermined.
Dodgers' Espinal Explodes Against Reds as Roster Momentum Builds
Santiago Espinal's strong spring performance, including two home runs and four RBIs against Cincinnati, positions him as a frontrunner for the Dodgers' Opening Day roster and potential second base starter.
Reds Walk Off Dodgers in Spring Training Home Run Fest
Cincinnati Reds defeated Los Angeles Dodgers 14-13 in spring training, scoring four runs in the bottom of the ninth inning to overcome a 13-10 deficit.
The Los Angeles Dodgers face rotation uncertainty for Opening Day due to injuries, World Baseball Classic participation, and competition among prospects for remaining spots.
Merrill Kelly received a cortisone injection for intercostal nerve irritation and may pitch in Arizona's second series, while Corbin Carroll recovers from hamate bone surgery with potential Opening Day availability.
Triston Casas reportedly unlikely to be ready by Opening Day, while Kutter Crawford, Patrick Sandoval take step forward in rehab
Red Sox players Crawford and Sandoval show optimistic injury recovery progress but remain cautious about Opening Day readiness, while Casas unlikely to return by Opening Day despite positive spring training participation.
Braves News: Spencer Strider has an interesting start, John Gil shines, more
Spencer Strider pitched effectively with good shape but lower-90s velocity, while James Karinchak impressed in relief and Josh Hader's Opening Day availability remains uncertain due to a bicep injury.
Dodgers Injury Update: Brusdar Graterol 'In A Holding Pattern' Due To Lack Of Progress
The Los Angeles Dodgers are cautiously managing Brusdar Graterol's return from right labrum surgery, keeping him in a holding pattern with limited throwing activity and expecting him to miss Opening Day.
Dodgers' World Series hero in the Mix to Make Opening Day Roster
I've already seen the confidence in Will versus last year when we traded for him and he was unsure of himself. Where now, I think that he has the respect of his teammates and and he's also done it in the highest of leverage.