Merkin noted former AL MVP José Abreu and longtime infielder Yoán Moncada previously held that locker. Abreu, a three-time All-Star and beloved first baseman, joined the Houston Astros in free agency following the 2022 season.

The right-hander has a vesting option for next season if he reaches 140 innings this season. With the injury now to Luis Gil, Stroman could very well hit that.

New York Yankees designated hitter ... will eventually lead to surgery. If the Yankees envision a world where Judge sees regular time at DH, it makes sense to add another outfielder. Enter Chicago White Sox center fielder and 2023 All-Star Luis Robert.

Chicago White Sox fans were optimistic when a report said billionaire Justin Ishbia was trying to buy more shares of the team. But the Sox said he wouldn’t take control from Jerry Reinsdorf.

Garrett Crochet struck out four in 1.2 innings in his spring debut for the Red Sox and Alex Bregman was 3-for-3 with a two-run home run. Sean Boyle pitched three scoreless innings to open the game for New York, which managed only five hits on the afternoon.