Justin Mason’s Baseball Chat – December 30th, 2024

Mike Watters of Imagn Images reported on the latest playing time changes for position players, noting significant shifts in projected plate appearances for various players. Victor Scott II of STL earned the starting CF spot over Siani, while Drew Avans impressed during camp. Kristian Campbell is making a strong case for increased playing time, with Masataka Yoshida seeing a decrease due to Devers potentially taking on more DH duties. Full Article

Major League Baseball's 2025 Opening Day is approaching, and teams are finalizing their starting pitchers for the first game of the season. Updates on Opening Day starters are being tracked, with notable pitchers like Corbin Burnes, Luis Severino, Chris Sale, Zack Eflin, Garrett Crochet, and Shane Bieber among those expected to take the mound. The honor of being named an Opening Day starter is significant, and the anticipation is building as teams prepare to kick...

On Aug 31, 2024, St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Brendan Donovan hit a ground ball against the New York Yankees, with Donovan being a top fantasy scorer last season with a .278 average and 14 homers. Third baseman Nolan Arenado is coming off a down season, hitting just 16 homers, while catcher Will Contreras is making the switch to first base this season. Top prospects for the Cardinals include shortstop Izaiah Pacheco and catcher Joey...

In preparation for a draft or auction, it is important to assess positional depth, team needs, and available players to determine where to allocate resources strategically. By analyzing each team's budget, roster spots, and positional requirements, one can identify areas where competition may be high and adjust their spending plan accordingly. This process allows for informed decisions on when to invest in top players and where to find value in deeper positions, ultimately shaping a...

Major League Baseball's regular season is approaching, prompting speculation on which non-playoff teams from last year have a shot at making it this year. Teams are ranked based on their postseason chances, with the Marlins and White Sox at the bottom due to roster concerns. The Angels and Athletics fall in the middle tier, while the Nationals and Reds are seen as having potential if things go their way. The Pirates and Rays round out...