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The Miami Marlins officially reassigned Robby Snelling to minor-league camp on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. This move marks a transition in his development path as the team adjusts its roster during the spring training period. Snelling will continue his progression within the organization's minor-league system as he works toward future opportunities at the major-league level.
Josh Fleming started for the Pirates in a spring matchup against the Blue Jays, pitching two innings. His first inning was difficult, as he allowed three hits, two earned runs, and a walk while recording two strikeouts. He settled down in the second inning, retiring the side in order. The Pirates offense managed only five hits in the game, contributing to a 3-2 loss against Toronto.
Miguel Rojas is slated to lead off and play second base in the Dodgers' spring training game against the Giants. Off the field, Rojas addressed a false report from a senior writer at The Athletic that incorrectly identified him as the recipient of an 80-game suspension for a banned substance. Rojas publicly refuted the claim on Wednesday, clarifying that the report was entirely erroneous.
Kumar Rocker is scheduled to pitch for the Texas Rangers in their spring training matchup on March 18, 2026. The outing serves as part of his ongoing development and preparation during the spring training schedule.
Logan Henderson, who has been dealing with an elbow issue, is scheduled to throw two to three innings in a spring training appearance this Friday. The update was provided by Sophia Minnaert of FanDuel Sports Network Wisconsin. The Brewers are carefully managing his workload as he works his way back to full health.
Eduardo Rodriguez is returning to the Diamondbacks' camp at Salt River Fields following a standout performance in the World Baseball Classic. Rodriguez started the tournament final for the winning team, delivering a dominant pitching performance against a high-caliber American lineup. He is expected to rejoin the Arizona rotation as they continue their spring training schedule against the Cubs.
Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams is showing significant growth at the plate during spring training. He is currently drawing walks at the highest rate of his professional career, signaling a major stride in his offensive development and plate discipline as he prepares for the upcoming regular season.
Astros utility player Zach Dezenzo is currently being limited to designated hitter duties as a precaution. Team medical staff have confirmed there are no structural issues with his elbow, but the team is managing his activity level. This update comes as the Astros continue to monitor the health of several players, including Jeremy Pena, as they approach the start of the regular season.
After a 377-day absence following Tommy John surgery, Gerrit Cole made his exhibition debut against the Red Sox. He threw a scoreless first inning, working around two hits while displaying improved velocity. Cole is progressing through his 2026 spring training schedule without setbacks and remains a focal point of the Yankees' rotation as the team finalizes its roster for the regular season.
In a 3-2 win against the Philadelphia Phillies, the Atlanta Braves lineup struggled to generate offense until the bottom of the seventh inning. Michael Harris II provided the key spark, recording a hit that helped the Braves break through and secure the victory in their final spring training division matchup against the Phillies.
Jose Quintana is scheduled to make the start for the Colorado Rockies in their spring training game against the Cincinnati Reds. As the exhibition season rolls on, Quintana continues his preparation on the mound for the Rockies.
Carlos Rodriguez is set to start for the Milwaukee Brewers during the team's split-squad exhibition action. He is participating in the club's spring training rotation as the Brewers evaluate their roster depth.
A frustrated Aaron Judge expressed disappointment following Team USA's loss in the World Baseball Classic title game, where he went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts. The Yankees star vowed to 'take care of business' as he shifts his focus back to New York for the regular season. Judge also remains a primary subject of 2026 American League MVP predictions as a top betting favorite.
Chase Burns is participating in the Cincinnati Reds' split-squad exhibition action, with games occurring in both Tempe and at the team's home facility in Goodyear.
The St. Louis Cardinals have officially announced that Matthew Liberatore will serve as the team's Opening Day starter. He is scheduled to take the mound for the season opener on March 26 against the Tampa Bay Rays in St. Louis.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto continues his preparations within the Dodgers' rotation framework. He is scheduled to make his final spring start on Friday, March 20, against the Padres at Camelback Ranch. This outing marks his first appearance since returning from the World Baseball Classic and serves as a final tuneup before the regular season begins.
The Washington Nationals have officially optioned top catching prospect Harry Ford to Triple-A Rochester. Ford will begin the 2026 season at the Triple-A level as he continues his professional development.
Roki Sasaki continues to experience inconsistency while competing for a spot in the Dodgers' rotation. In a recent Cactus League outing against Kansas City, he allowed three runs on four hits and four walks with five strikeouts over 3.1 innings. Manager Dave Roberts noted a need for better command, though Sasaki remains unconcerned by the erratic performance as the team monitors his adjustment to the spring environment.
As the 2026 season approaches, questions surround the Philadelphia Phillies' outfield situation. Analysts are evaluating whether Adolis García provides enough of an upgrade over the team's production from the previous year, with speculation that the club may need to pursue additional outfield help at the trade deadline.
As the Baltimore Orioles head to Dunedin for a Wednesday spring training matchup against the Blue Jays, Albert Suárez is focused on improving his performance on the mound.
