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MLB Spring Training Buzz: Dodgers Claim Jack Suwinski Off Waivers From Pirates

Notable news, notes and buzz with MLB spring training ramping up ahead of the World Baseball Classic and Opening Day.

45 MINS AGO • FOX SPORTS

MLB Spring Training Buzz: Dodgers Claim Jack Suwinski Off Waivers From Pirates

Yankees slugger Aaron Judge hits 2 HRs in spring debut

New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge hit two homers in his spring debut as he prepares for the World Baseball Classic next month

1 HOUR AGO • Associated Press

Yankees, Tigers feuded during the national anthem before Spring Training game | Sporting News The antics are underway already.

3 HOURS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Kerry Carpenter - To see more work against lefties? Carpenter only logged 60 at-bats against left-handed pitchers last season, but he could see more opportunities in 2026, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.

Impact Carpenter is just a .207 career hitter against lefties in the regular season, and he batted .217 (13-for-60) with 14 strikeouts against same-handed pitching last year, though three of those hits left the yard. It's that power potential that could keep the 28-year-old on the field against southpaws, and he's been an elite offensive weapon against righties throughout his career. When the Tigers do decide to bench Carpenter against lefties, Jahmai Jones, Matt Vierling and Austin Slater are among the top options to receive at-bats.

6 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Keider Montero starting Tigers' spring training opener is first test in make-or-break year When the Detroit Tigers hand the ball to Keider Montero for Saturday’s Grapefruit League opener against the New York Yankees, it isn’t just...

9 HOURS AGO • MOTORCITYBENGALS.COM

Rule 5 pick Petit making good first impression this spring SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- Rockies right-handed relief pitcher RJ Petit is in new surroundings, but he’s finding many similarities to his last tea...

19 HOURS AGO • MLB.COM

Most underrated head of Tigers' 3-headed top prospect dragon is already making waves in camp Tigers No. 3 prospect Josue Briceño homered off of Tarik Skubal in spring training.

20 HOURS AGO • MOTORCITYBENGALS.COM

2025 MLB All-Stars on USA, Japan and Other 2026 World Baseball Classic Teams

How many 2025 MLB All-Stars are playing for Team USA, the Dominican Republic and Mexico in the 2026 World Baseball Classic?

22 HOURS AGO • FOX SPORTS

2025 MLB All-Stars on USA, Japan and Other 2026 World Baseball Classic Teams

Tigers spring training injury just made Kevin McGonigle's path that much clearer By inserting Kevin McGonigle in the starting lineup for their Grapefruit League opener, the Detroit Tigers appear to be ready to take the ha...

22 HOURS AGO • MOTORCITYBENGALS.COM

Will 43 be the new 22? Verlander celebrates birthday with another day at the office LAKELAND, Fla. -- From an early age, Justin Verlander talked about pitching into his mid-40s, with Nolan Ryan as a role model for longevity....

1 DAY AGO • MLB.COM

Eduardo Valencia - Cleared for all baseball activities Valencia (quadriceps) has been cleared for all baseball activities Friday, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports.

Impact Valencia has been dealing with a strained left quad but appears ready to play in Grapefruit League exhibitions in the coming days. The 26-year-old backstop split the 2025 campaign between Double-A and Triple-A and slashed .311/.382/.559 with 24 home runs, 95 RBI and 64 runs scored across 433 plate appearances.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Sawyer Gipson-Long - Will throw bullpen Friday Gipson-Long (oblique) is scheduled to throw a bullpen Friday, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports.

Impact Gipson-Long has been dealing with a strained left oblique early in spring training but is making progress in his recovery. The right-hander appeared in eight games for Detroit last regular season, making three starts. He figures to open the 2026 campaign at Triple-A Toledo.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Tigers fans getting glimpse of future with Kevin McGonigle in first spring lineup Detroit Tigers fans won’t have to wait long to catch a glimpse of what the organization believes could be a cornerstone of its next competit...

1 DAY AGO • MOTORCITYBENGALS.COM

Trey Sweeney - Not throwing due to shoulder issue Sweeney will have his throwing paused due to right shoulder soreness, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports.

Impact At this point, it does not seem to be a serious setback, but it's unclear when Sweeney might be ready to throw again and play in games. The 25-year-old was already a bit down in the pecking order at shortstop for the Tigers, and this setback won't help his chances at earning a spot on the Opening Day roster.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

3 Tigers (non-prospect) non-roster invitees who could crash the party in 2026 These three non-prospect non-roster invitees in Tigers spring training could be names to watch out for during the season.

1 DAY AGO • MOTORCITYBENGALS.COM

Experts are conflicted about the future of Tigers' former top catching prospect Detroit Tigers prospect Thayron Liranzo had a rough 2025 both on the field and off it which is why experts are conflicted about the future o...

1 DAY AGO • MOTORCITYBENGALS.COM

Detroit Tigers drop unreal alternate jerseys for 2026 MLB season The 2026 MLB season is nearly a month away from starting and the Detroit Tigers have already released two of the best jerseys for any Americ...

1 DAY AGO • THEBIGLEAD.COM

A look at the top 10 MLB debuts in Tigers' rich history The Tigers haven’t always had a collection of young talent like they’ve assembled in recent years, but their franchise history includes plen...

1 DAY AGO • MLB.COM

Tigers' Opening Day catcher compared to former Rangers, Marlins Hall of Famer | Sporting News This is high praise for the 27-year-old.

1 DAY AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Jace Jung's new position at Tigers spring training leaves fans scratching their heads Jace Jung was spotted at Tigers spring training taking reps at first base as Detroit tries to find a role for him.

2 DAYS AGO • MOTORCITYBENGALS.COM

Tigers honor tradition, history with new alternate uniforms LAKELAND, Fla. -- Arguably no topic in Detroit sports has better encapsulated the city’s challenge of preserving history while embracing mod...

2 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

Who Are the Top 10 Starting Pitchers In the 2026 World Baseball Classic?

Some of the best pitchers in MLB will be on the hill for the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Here are the top 10.

2 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

Who Are the Top 10 Starting Pitchers In the 2026 World Baseball Classic?

AJ Hinch hints lowkey 40-man roster addition could be Tigers' 'answer for anything' AJ Hinch had high praise for Rule 5 draft protectee Trei Cruz in Tigers spring training.

2 DAYS AGO • MOTORCITYBENGALS.COM

AJ Hinch's praise for Tyler Holton suggests Tigers won't fully abandon pitching chaos The Detroit Tigers beefed up their bullpen with the addition of Kenley Jansen this offseason, but their first full-squad meeting on Sunday d...

2 DAYS AGO • MOTORCITYBENGALS.COM

All eyes on Verlander as throwing work begins again in Tigertown LAKELAND, Fla. -- The first Vintage Verlander moment of this new chapter wasn’t a strikeout in front of a packed crowd at Joker Marchant Sta...

2 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

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MLB Spring Training Buzz: Dodgers Claim Jack Suwinski Off Waivers From Pirates

Yankees slugger Aaron Judge hits 2 HRs in spring debut

2025 MLB All-Stars on USA, Japan and Other 2026 World Baseball Classic Teams

Who Are the Top 10 Starting Pitchers In the 2026 World Baseball Classic?