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What Pirates’ Konnor Griffin said before MLB debut

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Pittsburgh Pirates top prospect Konnor Griffin is set to make his long awaited MLB debut on Friday. The 19-year-old phenom has thought plenty about this moment. Griffin’s arrival is set to add a major spark to Pittsburgh’s lineup. The shortstop understands clearly what his role is, help the Pirates win, via the MLB Network. “This […] The post What Pirates’ Konnor Griffin said before MLB debut appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Atlanta Braves Make Roster Decision on Three-Year MLB Veteran

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Per MLBTradeRumors, Atlanta Braves infielder Brett Wisely has cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Gwinnett. “He’ll remain in the organization in a non-roster capacity, as he doesn’t have the previous career outright or three years of service time to elect free agency.” Wisely previously spent some time with the San Francisco Giants, and has […] The post Atlanta Braves Make Roster Decision on Three-Year MLB Veteran appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Dylan Crews Demoted: Fantasy Baseball Outlook & Exact Timeline to Buy Low

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The Washington Nationals surprised everyone with their decision to option OF Dylan Crews to Triple-A Rochester in the final days of spring training. Crews’ scouting reports all cite him as a five-tool player; not elite in any one category but strong in all five. He’s already established 20 HR/30 SB ...

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Brewers finalizing a $50 million deal with prized prospect

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The Milwaukee Brewers are rolling the dice on one of their top prospects, shortstop Cooper Pratt. Pratt, who made his Triple-A debut in Nashville recently, has never played above Double-A until this season. Yet, the Brewers are finalizing an eight-year contract worth $50 million, per Bob Nightengale of USA Today. The Milwaukee Brewers are on … The post Brewers finalizing a $50 million deal with prized prospect appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Zack Wheeler’s injury recovery gets important update

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Philadelphia Phillies’ pitcher Zack Wheeler is recovering from surgery for venous thoracic outlet syndrome after a blood clot was found in his right shoulder found in 2025. With Wheeler still recovering from the injury, he receives a crucial update on his status. Reports indicate that the 35-year-old right-hander will pitch three innings in Triple-A Lehigh Valley […] The post Zack Wheeler’s injury recovery gets important update appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Philadelphia Phillies Bring Back 100-MPH Righty From Rival

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With Opening Day almost here, the Philadelphia Phillies have added to their pitching depth by bringing back one of their former prospects. The Phillies have announced that right-handed pitcher Griff McGarry has been returned to the club from the Washington Nationals. The Phillies lost McGarry to the Nationals during the offseason, as Washington selected him […] The post Philadelphia Phillies Bring Back 100-MPH Righty From Rival appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Former AL Rookie of the Year demoted to minors

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Less than two years after winning American League Rookie of the Year honors, New York Yankees pitcher Luis Gil will be starting the 2026 season in the minor leagues. Gil will be optioned to Triple-A after failing to earn a spot in the Yankees’ starting rotation. The Yankees will only use a four-man rotation to … The post Former AL Rookie of the Year demoted to minors appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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