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Aaron Thompson

MIN Relief Pitcher

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Aaron Thompson struck out nine in seven scoreless innings for low Single-A Greensboro on Sunday.

Thompson, the 22nd selection in the 2005 draft, is 4-2 with a 2.84 ERA, 51 H and 51/11 K/BB in 50 2/3 innings. He figures to move quickly for a high school pitcher, and it wouldn’t be a complete surprise to see him make his major league debut as a 20-year-old before the end of 2007.
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Kyle Stowers

MIA Left Fielder #28

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Marlins manager Clayton McCullough told reporters on Sunday that Kyle Stowers (hamstring) has been diagnosed with a mild right hamstring strain and is expected to miss 1-2 weeks.

McCullough noted that “it was a good diagnosis” and that Stowers will start being able to get at-bats on the back fields in a few days. It sounds like the best possible scenario for Stowers given the circumstances. As long as things go according to plan and he avoids any setbacks, Stowers should be ready in time for Opening Day.

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Source: Christina De Nicola

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Yordan Alvarez

HOU Outfield #44

Astros’ manager Joe Espada told reporters on Sunday that Yordan Alvarez will make his Grapefruit League debut on Monday.

The 28-year-old slugger has been brought along cautiously this spring but is fully healthy and ready for live game action. While he’s expected to see the bulk of his action as the designated hitter in 2026, Espada noted over the weekend that Alvarez will also see some starts in left field. If he can avoid the injured list, Alvarez will wind up delivering a substantial profit for fantasy managers from his current average draft position.

Source: Brian McTaggart

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Grae Kessinger

NYM Shortstop #16

Grae Kessinger is expected to be sidelined for at least 8-12 weeks after being diagnosed with a significant left hamstring injury.

There had been reporting on Saturday that Kessinger was dealing with a knee issue, but the MRI exam revealed the hamstring issue. Mets’ skipper Carlos Mendoza told reporters that surgery is on the table for the 28-year-old infielder.

Source: Mark Feinsand

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Cody Bellinger

NYY Outfield #35

Cody Bellinger (back) told reporters on Sunday that he hopes to return to Grapefruit League action on Wednesday or Thursday.

The 30-year-old slugger is working his way through a “very mild” back issue. The Yankees are simply taking every possible precaution here as they don’t want the injury to linger into the regular season. As of now, there’s no reason to think that Bellinger won’t be ready for Opening Day.

Source: Greg Joyce

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Ty Madden

DET Pitcher #36
Tigers optioned RHPs Ty Madden and Dylan Smith to Triple-A Toledo.

Neither right-hander had a realistic shot at cracking the team’s Opening Day roster, so there are no surprises here. Madden, 26, will open the season in the rotation at Triple-A Toledo. Both hurlers should have an opportunity to pitch for the Tigers at some point during the 2026 campaign.
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Joe Ryan

MIN Starting Pitcher #41

Joe Ryan (back) threw a bullpen session without issue on Saturday.

Ryan has been sidelined for a couple of days due to inflammation in his lower back though the Twins maintain that it’s only a minor issue. The next step for the 29-year-old right-hander will be to face live hitters and if all goes well there he’ll be cleared for Grapefruit League action. Ryan will not join Team USA for pool play in the World Baseball Classic, but he remains on their designated list and could be added for the second round.

Source: Dan Hayes

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Hunter Stratton

ATL Pitcher #65
Braves optioned RHP Hunter Stratton and INF Nacho Alvarez Jr. to Triple-A Gwinnett; Reassigned RHP Javy Guerra and C Chadwick Tromp to minor league camp.

Stratton was always facing an uphill battle at earning a spot in the Braves’ Opening Day bullpen and surrendering six earned runs over 1 1/3 innings during Grapefruit League play sealed the deal for him. Alvarez will open as an everyday player at Triple-A Gwinnett and will most certainly see time with the Braves at some point in 2026. The Braves now have 62 players remaining on the major league side of camp.
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Kevin McGonigle

DET Shortstop #80

Kevin McGonigle is starting at shortstop and batting eighth for Sunday’s Grapefruit League battle against the Blue Jays.

It’s somewhat noteworthy as the Tigers’ lineup contains most of their regulars behind Tarik Skubal. The club’s top prospect has been lighting the world on fire once again this spring, slashing a blistering .462/.533/.769 in his first 15 plate appearances and has had Tigers’ skipper A.J. Hinch praising his approach at the dish. With each passing day, the likelihood of McGonigle opening the season as the team’s starting shortstop increases.

Source: Detroit Tigers

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Thomas White

MIA Starting Pitcher

Marlins’ pitching prospect Thomas White was diagnosed with a Grade 1 oblique strain.

The highly touted 21-year-old southpaw suffered the injury during his Grapefruit League debut. He’s expected to be shelved for the next 3-4 weeks which will end his time in big league camp with the Marlins. White is expected to open the 2026 season at Triple-A Jacksonville, and it wouldn’t be shocking in the slightest to see him make his big league debut at some point during the season.

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Source: Christina De Nicola

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Oliver Marmol

STL Manager

Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that the Cardinals have agreed to a two-year contract extension with manager Oli Marmol.

No word yet on the financial details of the contract. The extension covers the 2027 and 2028 seasons and also includes a club option for the 2029 campaign. Now he’ll have the opportunity to lead the Cardinals through a rebuilding year in 2026 without the threat of being unemployed at season’s end. The 39-year-old skipper has gone 325-323 (.502) in his four seasons at the helm of the Cardinals.

Source: Derrick Goold

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