#rotation-competition tag

The Nats sign Zack Littell pending a physical | TalkNats.com

The Washington Nationals signed RHP Zack Littell to a one-year deal with a mutual option, pending physical clearance, to fill a rotation spot after posting a 3.81 ERA last season.

Los Angeles

4 days ago

Rockies Notes: Rotation, Gordon, Amador

The Rockies optioned pitcher Tanner Gordon and infielder Adael Amador to Triple-A after spring training, with Gordon unable to overcome poor 2024 performance despite strong spring results.

Major League Baseball

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The Nats sign Zack Littell pending a physical | TalkNats.com

The Washington Nationals signed RHP Zack Littell to a one-year deal with a mutual option, pending physical clearance, to fill a rotation spot after posting a 3.81 ERA last season.

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LA Dodgers

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4 days ago

Dodgers' River Ryan Handed Decision on Opening Day Future

River Ryan, recovering from Tommy John surgery, will likely begin the 2025 season in Triple-A rather than the Dodgers' major league rotation due to roster depth and competition for starting spots.

Atlanta Braves

Who gets the most 2026 innings: JR Ritchie or Didier Fuentes?

Didier Fuentes and JR Ritchie are competing prospects for the Braves' 2026 rotation, with Ritchie having a clearer path to Opening Day while Fuentes likely develops in AAA first.

Braves pitching strong and Farmer stays hot in victory over Yankees

Didier Fuentes delivered an impressive spring training performance with five strikeouts through three perfect innings, showcasing 97-98 MPH fastball velocity and demonstrating readiness for a rotation spot.

Atlanta Braves

Spring Training March 9 Game Thread: Braves vs Twins

fromDistrict on Deck

2 weeks ago

Washington Nationals

Former All-Star righty set to make long-awaited return to mound this afternoon

Atlanta Braves

Braves pitching strong and Farmer stays hot in victory over Yankees

Atlanta Braves

Spring Training March 9 Game Thread: Braves vs Twins

The Braves face the Twins in a spring training game with Carlos Carrasco pitching for Atlanta and Zebby Matthews competing for a rotation spot for Minnesota following Pablo Lopez's injury.

fromDistrict on Deck

2 weeks ago

Washington Nationals

Former All-Star righty set to make long-awaited return to mound this afternoon

more#spring-training

Alek Manoah In Danger Of Losing Rotation Spot

Neither has made a great first impression. Rodriguez has allowed seven runs with a 7:6 strikeout-to-walk ratio through eight innings. He has at least had encouraging velocity, averaging 95 mph on his fastball. He's a wild card after missing the past season and a half to shoulder issues.

Major League Baseball

3 weeks ago

The Opener: Kelly, Pitching Market, Camp Battles

Diamondbacks right-hander Merrill Kelly was scratched from a scheduled live batting practice over the weekend due to mid-back tightness, according to a report from Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic. Kelly and manager Torey Lovullo indicated at the time that the decision was mostly precautionary, but Kelly was still sent for an MRI in order to determine the severity of the issue.

Major League Baseball

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1 month ago

Enjoying strong camp key to Jose Berrios moving past World Series controversy

José Berríos must prove health and performance to regain a Blue Jays rotation spot after elbow inflammation and poor second-half results despite repaired relationships.

Boston Red Sox