MLB Early Season Buzz & Prospect Wave + Labor Tensions [developing]
Key Questions
What injury did Juan Soto of the Mets suffer?
Juan Soto was placed on the injured list with a right calf strain and is expected to miss 2-3 weeks. He had been the Mets' hottest hitter prior to the injury.
What's the update on Cubs pitcher Cade Horton?
Cade Horton will undergo season-ending elbow surgery, confirming the Cubs' fears. This keeps one of their top prospects out for the rest of the season.
Which other MLB players are on the injured list?
Injuries include Cubs' Boyd with season-ending elbow issues, Astros' Brown, Yankees' Soto, D-backs' Santana, White Sox' Hays, and Jays' Ponce with ACL tears. The list is growing early in the season.
How has Padres closer Mason Miller performed?
Mason Miller has been dominant, striking out 11 of 15 batters faced. He is considered the most dominating closer in baseball.
What's the Boston Red Sox's early season record?
The Red Sox have started the season 2-8, marking the ninth time in their 126-year history with such a poor start.
What are MLB owners planning regarding a potential 2027 lockout?
Owners have reportedly saved around $2 billion as a war chest ahead of a potential 2027 lockout.
Which prospects are performing well early in the season?
Prospects like Griffin, Pages, and DeLauter are hot starts. Atlanta's Drake Baldwin, last year's Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year, is also noted.
What happened with D-backs pitcher Joe Ross?
Joe Ross elected free agency after being designated for assignment and clearing waivers.
Mets Soto confirmed IL calf 2-3wks BN/Heyman; Cubs Boyd/Horton season-ending elbow/Astros Brown/Yankees Soto/Dbacks Santana/White Sox Hays/Jays Ponce ACL ILs; Padres Miller 11/15K BN; Owners $2B 2027 lockout BN; prospects Griffin/Pages/DeLauter hot; Red Sox 2-8 start BN; Dbacks Ross FA.