MARCH 16, 2021•MLB.COM
Ohtani crushes no-doubt homerTwo-way star Shohei Ohtani has stolen the show for the Angels this spring and wowed yet again on Tuesday, crushing a two-run blast over the...
Lindor, Mets talk about new deal; Rosario struggles in CF
Just over two weeks before opening day, Francisco Lindor and the New York Mets have begun talking about keeping him in town beyond this yearMARCH 16, 2021•ASSOCIATED PRESS
Unconvincing debut in centerRosario made three errors in his first three innings in center field Tuesday against the Angels, Paul Hoynes of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
ImpactThere's a reason players typically try out new positions in spring training. Three bad innings isn't nearly a large enough sample to call the outfield experiment a failure for Rosario, but it's clear he has some things to work on. Cleveland appears to be preparing him for a utility role this season, opening up shortstop for Andres Gimenez.
MARCH 16, 2021•ROTOWIRE
Projecting how many innings the Cleveland Indians' starting pitchers will rack up this seasonIt'll take more than 5 starting pitchers to survive this season. It always does. How can the Cleveland Indians' rotation shoulder the load?
MARCH 16, 2021•THEATHLETIC.COM
Wild thus far in springKarinchak has made six appearances for Cleveland in Cactus League play, working 5.1 innings and giving up five runs (four earned) on six hits and five walks while striking out 11.
ImpactKarinchak's ability to rack up strikeouts at a prolific rate would likely make him a top-tier fantasy closer if manager Terry Francona hands him the job, but the skipper has yet to commit to any pitcher as the primary option for saves. While Karinchak still looks like the most appealing candidate, the walk issues he's experienced so far this spring could give Francona pause. Karinchak may need to show improved control in his final handful of Cactus League appearances to stave off the likes of Emmanuel Clase, Nick Wittgren and Blake Parker for closing duties.
MARCH 16, 2021•ROTOWIRE
Competition heating up for Cleveland Indians bullpen, final rotation spotPaul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down which players are in direct competition for the few remaining spots on Cleveland's roster.
MARCH 16, 2021•CLEVELAND.COM
Oakland A’s: Mike Fiers injury not as bad as it could have beenIt was easy to assume the worst when news of Mike Fiers' injury broke. The Oakland A's pitcher has been battling a back ailment, only to hav...
MARCH 16, 2021•WHITECLEATBEAT.COM
