Overview
- Yankees ace Gerrit Cole threw about 20 pitches in live batting practice at 95–96 mph and remains on track for a late May or June return, according to the club.
- Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed Brusdar Graterol will miss Opening Day as he continues a deliberate shoulder ramp-up, creating additional bullpen competition for right-handed roles.
- Yankees pitching prospect Elmer Rodríguez logged three scoreless innings in the Grapefruit League opener against several Orioles regulars, extending a strong start to his first big-league camp.
- The Red Sox’s fifth‑starter race features Payton Tolle, Connelly Early, Johan Oviedo, Kutter Crawford and Patrick Sandoval, with game auditions beginning over the next several days.
- Braves right-handers Spencer Schwellenbach and Hurston Waldrep are set for procedures to remove loose bodies from their elbows, sidelining two rotation options early in camp.