After a miserable start to the season, Billy Hamilton exploded with a huge game. Plus, Braun's thumb hurting again, and revisiting some bullpens around the division.
Jonathan Broxton could be activated within days, and Manager Bryan Price has publicly stated he wants to see him in the closer role. Also, MIL bullpen and CHC 3B.
Jake Arrieta won't be ready for Opening Day, but has a good chance of joining the rotation at some point in April. Plus, the Reds lack a viable replacement for Latos, and a look at a few outfield prospects around the division.
Andrew Lambo has a chance to carve out a significant role, but isn't helping himself with his slow start this spring. Also, a look at a few bullpen situations, as well as the Aledmys Diaz signing.
No matter how well Javier Baez hits this spring, he's still expected to begin the season with Triple-A Iowa. Also, a look at the PIT bullpen, and other notes from around the division.
Both Kolten Wong and Scooter Gennett enter the spring as favorites for the starting second base job, but each may need a solid performance in order to hold off a veteran.
As spring training draws near, we take a look at center field in Cincinnati, first base in Milwaukee, 1B/RF in Pittsburgh, and some back end of the rotation spots.
After a miserable start to the season, Billy Hamilton exploded with a huge game. Plus, Braun's thumb hurting again, and revisiting some bullpens around the division.
Jonathan Broxton could be activated within days, and Manager Bryan Price has publicly stated he wants to see him in the closer role. Also, MIL bullpen and CHC 3B.
Jake Arrieta won't be ready for Opening Day, but has a good chance of joining the rotation at some point in April. Plus, the Reds lack a viable replacement for Latos, and a look at a few outfield prospects around the division.
Andrew Lambo has a chance to carve out a significant role, but isn't helping himself with his slow start this spring. Also, a look at a few bullpen situations, as well as the Aledmys Diaz signing.
No matter how well Javier Baez hits this spring, he's still expected to begin the season with Triple-A Iowa. Also, a look at the PIT bullpen, and other notes from around the division.
Both Kolten Wong and Scooter Gennett enter the spring as favorites for the starting second base job, but each may need a solid performance in order to hold off a veteran.
As spring training draws near, we take a look at center field in Cincinnati, first base in Milwaukee, 1B/RF in Pittsburgh, and some back end of the rotation spots.