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Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed Monday that the team is targeting a late May return for Tommy Edman. Edman is currently sidelined with an ankle injury and has yet to make his 2026 regular-season debut. The club remains optimistic about his recovery timeline as he continues his rehabilitation process.
The Houston Astros officially optioned right-hander Spencer Arrighetti to Triple-A Sugar Land on Monday. The move comes as the team finalizes its roster decisions heading into the start of the season. Arrighetti will continue his development in the minor leagues while awaiting a potential call-up to the major league club.
The Cincinnati Reds placed Hunter Greene on the 60-day injured list Monday due to an elbow injury. This designation will keep the right-hander sidelined for at least the first two months of the season as he focuses on his recovery and rehabilitation. The move provides the Reds with additional roster flexibility while Greene works toward a return to the mound.
The Detroit Tigers have signed right-handed reliever Connor Seabold to a one-year split contract. The move adds depth to the Tigers' bullpen as they finalize their roster ahead of the upcoming season. Seabold, who joins the organization following his tenure with the Atlanta Braves, will look to secure a consistent role in the relief corps.
Veteran outfielder Andrew McCutchen, 39, has officially earned a spot on the Texas Rangers' Opening Day roster. McCutchen impressed during spring training, posting a .444 batting average while contributing three doubles and a home run. His performance throughout the spring was sufficient to secure his place on the team, providing the Rangers with a seasoned veteran presence in the outfield as they head into the regular season.
Robert Garcia will share the closer role for the Texas Rangers, according to manager Skip Schumaker. The team plans to handle the ninth inning based on the situation, with Garcia and Chris Martin both expected to see high-leverage opportunities. This flexible approach allows the Rangers to leverage both pitchers' strengths as they navigate the early portion of the season.
Rangers manager Skip Schumaker announced that the team will utilize a closer-by-committee approach to start the season. Chris Martin is set to share closing duties with Robert Garcia, with the manager noting that the decision on who takes the mound in save situations will depend on the specific game situation. Martin remains a key component of the Rangers' late-inning relief strategy.
The St. Louis Cardinals have officially named top prospect JJ Wetherholt to their Opening Day roster, signaling the start of a new era for the franchise. As the rebuilding Cardinals look to the future, Wetherholt is expected to serve as one of the primary faces of the organization. The decision to include the highly-touted infielder on the major league squad underscores the team's commitment to youth and development as they begin the 2026 season in St. Louis.
Brewers manager Pat Murphy announced that the team is targeting an early-May return for Quinn Priester. The right-hander is currently sidelined with a wrist injury, but the organization is optimistic about his recovery timeline. Priester is expected to make his season debut once he completes his rehabilitation and demonstrates readiness to return to the mound.
Gleyber Torres has returned to the lineup after dealing with back tightness. The infielder is starting at second base and batting second in Monday's exhibition game against the Colorado Rockies. His return to the field is a positive development for the Tigers as they prepare for the start of the regular season, signaling that the back issue is not expected to cause further disruption to his availability.
Manager Carlos Mendoza has officially confirmed that prospect Carson Benge will be on the Opening Day roster as the team's starting right fielder. Benge, the Mets' first-round pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, earned the role following a standout spring training performance where he hit .366. Mendoza's announcement solidifies Benge's role in the lineup to start the 2026 season.
Cincinnati Reds infielder Matt McLain will not participate in Monday's exhibition game against the Milwaukee Brewers due to an illness. His status for upcoming activities will depend on his recovery from the current ailment.
Texas Rangers president of baseball operations Chris Young announced Monday that Kumar Rocker has officially secured a spot on the Opening Day roster. Rocker is slated to serve as the team's fifth starter for the 2026 season.
Cincinnati Reds pitcher Nick Lodolo is scheduled to resume playing catch on Tuesday as he continues his recovery from a finger injury. His progression will be monitored closely by the team to determine his readiness for the start of the season.
Brandon Sproat has successfully earned a spot in the Milwaukee Brewers' Opening Day rotation. The pitcher is currently scheduled to make his season debut this coming Sunday in a matchup against the Chicago White Sox.
Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Zack Wheeler is progressing well in his recovery from a shoulder issue. After successfully throwing 29 pitches over two simulated innings on Monday, Wheeler is set to begin a rehab assignment this Saturday with Triple-A Lehigh Valley. The team remains optimistic about his recovery timeline as he tracks toward a return to the mound in April. Wheeler is also working through recovery from thoracic outlet syndrome as he builds toward his season debut.
Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes is slated to face off against Mets prospect Carson Benge in what will serve as Benge's MLB debut on Opening Day.
Mick Abel has successfully secured one of the available roster spots for the Minnesota Twins' Opening Day lineup. Additionally, Abel is recognized as a high-value target for fantasy baseball managers in 2026 drafts, with Eric Samulski naming him as one of 29 players to prioritize in the later rounds.
Jordan Lawlar is identified as a player worth targeting in the late rounds of 2026 fantasy baseball drafts. Eric Samulski includes Lawlar among a list of 29 players he recommends for fantasy managers looking for value in the later stages of their draft process.
The 2026 season is of critical importance for New York Mets pitcher David Peterson. His performance this year is expected to have a significant impact not only on the team's success but also on his own long-term professional future.
