TODAY: Murphy told Rosiak and other reporters today that Miley is dealing with soreness in his throwing shoulder. While there was no update yet on a timeline, Murphy indicated the injury might not be too serious, as Miley “played catch, played through it. Hasn’t had any problem since. We just want to go slow because of his history.” YESTERDAY: Brewers left-hander Wade Miley may … [Read more...] about Murphy: Wade Miley “50-50” To Be Ready For Opening Day
Yankees Claim Jahmai Jones, Designate Jordan Groshans
The Yankees announced Wednesday that they’ve claimed infielder/outfielder Jahmai Jones off waivers from the Brewers, who’d recently designated him for assignment. Fellow infielder Jordan Groshans has been designated for assignment in order to clear space on the 40-man roster. A second-round pick by the Angels back in 2015, Jones is a former top-100 prospect who’s struggled in a … [Read more...] about Yankees Claim Jahmai Jones, Designate Jordan Groshans
NL Central Notes: India, Ashby, Santana, Pirates
Plantar fasciitis sidelined Jonathan India last summer, and the injury is still impacting the Reds infielder’s availability as Spring Training begins. Manager David Bell told the Cincinnati Enquirer’s Charlie Goldsmith and other reporters that India isn’t slated to appear in a game until March 7 or 8, as India’s plantar fasciitis tore during the offseason and is still causing … [Read more...] about NL Central Notes: India, Ashby, Santana, Pirates
Which Is The Best Team In The NL Central?
The National League Central is arguably the tightest division in the majors right now. That’s subjective but borne out by projection systems. The FanGraphs projected standings have all five teams currently slated for between 83 and 77 wins, the smallest spread from first to last out of the six divisions. The PECOTA standings at Baseball Prospectus aren’t quite as tight, with a … [Read more...] about Which Is The Best Team In The NL Central?
Brewers Notes: Sanchez, Ortiz, Bour
The Brewers finalized their restructured contract with Gary Sánchez yesterday. While he’d initially agreed to a $7MM guarantee, an issue with his physical led the sides to rework the deal to lock in only $3MM. Sánchez could still get to $7MM for the upcoming season, but that is conditional on his health. The Associated Press reports the specifics. Sánchez will make a $3MM … [Read more...] about Brewers Notes: Sanchez, Ortiz, Bour