Mining the News (12/13/24) | RotoGraphs Fantasy Baseball

Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images provided updates on various American League teams, including the Angels considering Scott Kingery and Kevin Newman at third base, the Rays preparing Drew Rasmussen as a starter, the Red Sox keeping Garrett Whitlock in the bullpen, the Royals exploring outfield options for Jonathan India and Michael Massey, the Tigers trying Colt Keith and Justyn-Henry Malloy at first base, and the Yankees looking at Caleb Durbin as the starting second baseman and Jasson Domínguez as a potential centerfielder. The National League updates included the Braves valuing pitching prospect Hurston Waldrep and planning to have Grant Holmes in the rotation. The rotation of the Brewers is expected to improve with the return of Strider, while Christian Yelich continues to recover from back surgery. The Cardinals are focusing on giving young players like Gorman and Walker more plate appearances. The Cubs’ Swanson underwent hernia surgery but is expected to be ready for Spring Training. The Diamondbacks are looking to add an experienced closer to their bullpen. The Dodgers’ Ohtani won’t start in the Tokyo series but will DH on those days when he does start. The Giants plan to move Tyler Fitzgerald to second base, and the Mets are converting Clay Holmes to a starter while Blackburn may not be ready for Opening Day after back surgery. David Stearns anticipates a normal Spring Training for the Brewers, with Aaron Blackburn competing for a rotation spot or serving as depth. Jordan Romano hit mid-90s with his fastball, showing promise for the Phillies. David Bednar is not locked in as the Pirates closer, with Bryan Reynolds possibly taking reps at first base and Reds manager viewing Nick Martinez as a rotation piece for the future.

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