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S. Rodríguez - 2B

MIA

Sean Rodriguez was involved in a car accident on Sunday and is said to be in stable condition.

He was driving with his family when they were T-boned by someone driving a stolen police car. His wife is okay, but was in the hospital, and his children are in serious, but stable condition. Thoughts and prayers go out to the Rodriguez family.

Added Jan 29 8:59 pm (EST)

https://twitter.com/JonHeyman/status/825886017349627905

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M. Canha - RF

OAK

Mark Canha (hip) has added 10 pounds this offseason. He feels great and won't be limited in any way this spring.

Canha had surgery in May last season to repair a left hip impingement and labral tear. He had a good rookie season in 2015 and seems to be ready for 2017 after adding the extra muscle. He won't have any limitations in spring training and could be a sleeper in fantasy leagues this season.

Added Jan 28 8:58 am (EST)

https://twitter.com/JaneMLB/status/825054293824647169

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J. Lowrie - 3B

NYM

Manager Bob Melvin says he will ease 2B Jed Lowrie (toe) in during the spring.

Lowrie had surgery in August to repair ligament damage in his left foot. Lowrie seems to be recovering well and hasn't suffered any setbacks at this time. He turns 33 this season and with a batting average of .246 over the last two seasons he isn't worth drafting in most leagues.

Added Jan 28 8:57 am (EST)

https://twitter.com/JHickey3/status/825050104327335936

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J. Phegley - C

CHI

Manager Bob Melvin hopes C Josh Phegley (knee) will be ready for spring training.

Back in August Phegley was treated for synovitis in his right knee. This injury is usually very painful and requires for the synovial membrane to be removed. Playing catcher is a ton of stress on the knees so the Athletics will be cautious with him and not rush him back until he is 100 percent healthy.

Added Jan 28 8:55 am (EST)

https://twitter.com/JHickey3/status/825050104327335936

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M. Moustakas - 2B

CIN

Mike Moustakas said his knee is "almost 100 percent." He shouldn't have limitations in the spring, but'll likely have a slower schedule than usual.

Moustakas had ACL surgery last May and shouldn't have any limitations once Spring Training starts. The Royals will bring him back slow to make sure he is fully healthy for the start of the season. Before the injury, Moustakas played in 27 games in 2016 and had a batting average of .240 with seven home runs and 13 RBIs.

Added Jan 28 8:50 am (EST)

https://twitter.com/rustindodd/status/825087348283150336

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G. Parra - 1B

Gerardo Parra is feeling strong and has fully recovered from his high ankle sprain.

Parra was only able to play in 102 games in 2016, and largely disappointed owners who expected big things with the move to Coors Field. It is unclear what his role will be going forward, but most signs point to a platoon. He is not someone to target in most formats, unless he is able to win a job outright in the Spring.

Added Jan 26 9:23 pm (EST)

http://m.rockies.mlb.com/news/article/214305044/rockies-gerardo-parra-wants-outfield-job/

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T. Zych - RP

NYY

Tony Zych (shoulder) started a light throwing program.

Zych is expected to be ready for Spring Training, but figures to be in the middle of the Seattle bullpen. His value in fantasy is limited.

Added Jan 26 9:20 pm (EST)

http://www.seattletimes.com/sports/mariners/post-surgery-updates-on-mariners-relievers-steve-cishek-

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S. Cishek - RP

CWS

Steve Cishek (hip) started a light throwing program.

Cishek is still a ways away from being able to appear in a game, so he is best forgotten at this point. He is still a speculative add down the line in case Edwin Diaz stumbles in the closer role. Cishek himself has had his struggles in the same role as well, so keep expectations in check.

Added Jan 26 9:14 pm (EST)

http://www.seattletimes.com/sports/mariners/post-surgery-updates-on-mariners-relievers-steve-cishek-

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M. Betts - RF

Mookie Betts will not have any restrictions when spring training begins.

Betts had his knee scoped and had some "loose bodies" removed in the off season, which will cause him to miss the World Baseball Classic. Betts is a consensus first rounder heading into 2017, and it is easy to see why after he filled the stat sheet with 31 homers 113 RBI, 26 steals and 122 runs. Hitting in a talented Red Sox lineup, there is no reason to believe he will not post a similar season in 2017.

Added Jan 26 9:10 pm (EST)

https://twitter.com/JoshBrogadirTV

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V. Martínez - DH

Victor Martinez had hernia surgery in October.

In 154 games in 2016 the veteran hit .289/.351/.476 with 27 homers and 86 RBI. Martinez only started 5 games at first, so his days in the field are all but over, which pigeonholes him in fantasy to your DH spot. His numbers speak for themselves however, and you could do much worse in your DH spot come draft day.

Added Jan 26 9:07 pm (EST)

w.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2017/01/26/victor-martinez-surgery/97097628/

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D. Keuchel - SP

CWS

Dallas Keuchel (shoulder) has been playing catch three times a week.

Keuchel finished the season on the DL due to an ailing shoulder. He had a horrible follow up to a fantastic breakout 2015, finishing with a 4.55 ERA over 168 innings, with a 1.29 WHIP. He'll be far cheaper this draft day than in past years, but unless he regains some of his previous velocity and command, that's where he will finish the season as well.

Added Jan 26 8:50 pm (EST)

http://www.chron.com/sports/

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J. Diekman - RP

OAK

Jake Diekman underwent successful surgery on his colon.

Diekman had surgery today to treat his colitis, which is a very painful digestive condition. The Rangers pitcher has dealt with colitis for his entire career but the condition got worse recently which prompted Diekman to opt for surgery. He's expected to miss at least half of the season for Texas. The 30-year-old appeared in 66 games out of the bullpen in 2016, notching 26 holds and sporting a solid 1.17 WHIP.

Added Jan 25 5:08 pm (EST)

http://sportsday.dallasnews.com/texas-rangers/rangers/2017/01/25/jake-diekman-undergoes-successful-f

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J. Teheran - SP

Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports that the Marlins will have a representative at the showcase for Julio Teheran and Anibal Sanchez on Tuesday in Miami.

The Mets are among the other teams expected to be in attendance. The Marlins have a very young rotation, so it makes sense that they'd consider adding a veteran arm to eat some innings. Of course, Sanchez spent the first seven seasons of his major league career with the Marlins. Now 36, he posted a rough 6.62 ERA and 43/18 K/BB ratio over 53 innings with the Nationals last year. Teheran, 29, had a brutal 10.05 ERA over nine starts and one relief appearance with the Angels in 2020.

Added 10:07 am (EST)

Christina De Nicola on Twitter

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K. Yates - RP

Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports that the Blue Jays are a "finalist" for free agent reliever Kirby Yates, but they don't have a deal in place yet.

Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports that Yates is leaning toward the Jays, but that nothing is final yet. The 33-year-old is reportedly meeting with the Blue Jays in Dunedin on Tuesday. He's coming off surgery to remove bone chips from his elbow, so this could meeting could potentially include a pre-signing physical. The Blue Jays have been attached to seemingly every big name on the free agent market this offseason, so adding Yates as a closer would be a significant move. The club is also reportedly making a push for George Springer.

Added 9:17 am (EST)

Ken Rosenthal on Twitter

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K. Yates - RP

Free agent reliever Kirby Yates is in Dunedin, Florida to meet with the Blue Jays on Tuesday, per Scott Mitchell of TSN Sports.

Mitchell says Yates is "firmly" on the Jays' radar and that he isn't just "visiting" on Tuesday, which would seem to indicate that the two sides are involved in serious talks. The Blue Jays have also been connected to free agent reliever Brad Hand as they attempt to solidify their closer situation. Yates missed a large portion of the 2020 season due to an elbow issue which eventually required surgery to remove bone chips, but he's expected to be fine for the start of spring training. There's huge bounceback potential here. Odds are it will be a one-year deal, as Yates could cash in big with a good showing this season.

Added 8:15 am (EST)

Scott Mitchell on Twitter

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G. Springer - CF

According to Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith and Shi Davidi, the Blue Jays are "believed to be making a push" for free agent outfielder George Springer.

This comes on the heels of a somewhat similar report from MLB.com's Jon Morosi, who's heard from "multiple industry sources" that Springer could make a decision on where to sign this week. He's said to prefer to move close to his home state of Connecticut, and the Mets are known to be in the running, but the 31-year-old slugger figures to simply accept the richest contract he can find in the end. Springer registered a strong .899 OPS with 14 home runs and 32 RBI over 51 games with the Astros during the abbreviated 2020 regular season. And he put up a career-high .974 OPS with 39 home runs and 96 RBI in 122 games in 2019.

Added Yesterday 10:06 pm (EST)

Sportsnet.ca

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T. Chatwood - SP

Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports that Tyler Chatwood has a deal in place with the Blue Jays.

Sportsnet's Shi Davidi hears that it's a one-year contract with $3 million in guaranteed money and another $2.5 million in performance-based incentives. Chatwood made just five starts last summer with the Cubs before going down with a season-ending injury to his right forearm in late August. He had a 5.30 ERA, 1.66 WHIP, and 25/9 K/BB ratio in 18 2/3 innings when he wasn't on the injured list. The 31-year-old could operate in a kind of swingman role for Toronto, working as both a long reliever and occasional spot starter.

Added Yesterday 9:36 pm (EST)

Jon Heyman on Twitter

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J. Teheran - SP

According to Mike Puma of the New York Post, the Mets will be present for the free agent showcase featuring Julio Teheran and Anibal Sanchez on Tuesday in Miami.

Even after adding Joey Lucchesi from the Padres on Monday, the Mets are still looking to pad their rotation depth. Teheran, 29, registered a brutal 10.05 ERA and 20/16 K/BB ratio over 31 1/3 innings (nine starts, one relief appearance) last season with the Angels and will presumably have to settle for an incentive-driven one-year deal for 2021. Sanchez, 36, had a 6.62 ERA and 43/18 K/BB ratio in 53 innings last year with the Nationals.

Added Yesterday 8:19 pm (EST)

Mike Puma on Twitter

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J. Lester - SP

WSH

ESPN's Jeff Passan confirms that the Nationals have signed Jon Lester to a one-year contract with a mutual option for 2022.

There's no word yet on the financial terms of the agreement, but those should be revealed shortly. Lester will slot into the Nats' rotation behind Max Scherzer, Stephen Strasburg, and Patrick Corbin as he looks to bounce back from the disappointing 5.16 ERA he posted in the final year of his six-year, $155 million deal with the Cubs. The veteran lefty probably shouldn't be counted on for useful fantasy production in his age-37 campaign.

Added Yesterday 8:12 pm (EST)

Jeff Passan on Twitter

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J. Profar - LF

According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, the Padres are still trying to re-sign Jurickson Profar.

Padres GM A.J. Preller simply refuses to take a day off, and good for him. This offseason has presented a great opportunity for the few teams in Major League Baseball actively trying to improve. Profar put up a decent .278/.343/.428 batting line with seven home runs and seven stolen bases over 56 games last year for San Diego while appearing defensively at second base, first base, and all three outfield spots.

Added Yesterday 7:14 pm (EST)

Ken Rosenthal on Twitter

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