Astros have added prospect Cam Smith who will play multiple positions until his best position is determined. Hayden Wesneski will be a starter with potential adjustments to improve his performance. Chas McCormick will play right field and Jake Meyers in center for the Astros. Athletics have starting pitching options including JP Sears and Osvaldo Bido. Max Muncy may play third base for the A’s. Jeffrey Springs could throw 160 innings this season. Blue Jays GM comfortable with Chad Green closing games. Andrés Giménez is working on adjustments to improve his offensive production. Guardians see Juan Brito taking over at second base. Orioles are hesitant to move Coby Mayo to the outfield. Shane McClanahan of the Rays is expected to throw around 150 IP in 2025, while Garrett Crochet of the Red Sox plans to keep his pitch mix unchanged. The Royals are high on prospects Steven Zobac and Noah Cameron for their pitching depth next season. The Tigers are likely done adding starters and are hoping Jackson Jobe can earn a rotation spot. Alex Cobb may have a different arsenal in spring training. Royce Lewis of the Twins is preparing to move to second base. The Cubs plan to give Miguel Amaya more breaks at catcher, have Michael Busch play only first base, and will give Matt Shaw a long look at third base. Dansby Swanson is expected to be fully healed before Nico Hoerner for the Cubs. In MLB offseason updates, Jordan Hicks will continue in the Giants rotation, Jesús Luzardo is healthy for Spring Training according to himself and team president, and Max Meyer is still seen as a starter for the Marlins. Clay Holmes aims for 160 IP with new pitches for the Mets, Francisco Lindor is healthy, and the Padres consider Morejon, Hoeing, and Kolek as potential starters. Jordan Romano’s mechanics change led to a Phillies signing, Braxton Ashcraft may get a chance with the Pirates, and the Rockies are looking at Vodnik, Halvorsen, Agnos, and Hill as potential closers.
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Francisco Lindor has emerged from a challenging slump, ending a 0-for-31 streak and contributing significantly to the Mets' recent 8-1 victory over the Giants with a 3-for-5 performance, including his 20th home run. Manager Carlos Mendoza praised Lindor's improved at-bats and overall approach, which is crucial for the Mets as they seek their first division title since 2015. Want More Context? 🔎
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