Tebow reassigned to minors after going 2-for-13
Tim Tebow has a .151 average (11-for-73) in four spring trainings with the Mets.
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MLB players with something to prove in spring training
From solidifying a rotation spot to avoiding a trip to the minors, here are 10 guys with a lot on the line.
Koosman's No 36 to be retired by Mets in June
Jerry Koosman's No. 36 is being retired by the New York Mets, more than four decades after he threw his final pitch for the team.
Kiley McDaniel's top 100 prospects for 2020
Spoiler alert: Wander Franco leads our list. Which MLB stars of tomorrow follow the best prospect since Mike Trout in this year's rankings?
Index of Kiley McDaniel's 2020 top MLB prospect rankings
Prospect rankings, team lists and features -- here are all the links you need to follow this year's crop of future stars.
Alonso reveals what's changed for him over last year (1:44)
Who could be this year's Nats? How all 30 teams stack up
In 2019, the Nationals were the latest team to come from a bit off the radar to win it all. We look at how they did it and who fits the profile for 2020.
BBTN: A-Rod's take on the Astros, Yelich's new deal and coronavirus awareness around MLB
A-Rod shares his thoughts on the Astros, Chris Sale is trending toward Tommy John surgery, and Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton won't be ready to start the season. Buster and Tim Kurkjian hit on all of that (5:16), plus, Christian Yelich is working toward an extension with the Brewers and baseball has started to buzz about coronavirus. Later, Todd Radom joins the pod to talk about Citi Field and for a quiz (18:07).
Go behind the scenes with ESPN's MLB All-Access games
Follow along for in-game interviews, miked-up players and other inside-the-ballpark features from four spring training games.
BBTN: How will the three-batter minimum effect in-game strategy?
Buster and David Schoenfield explore the strategies around the three-batter minimum for pitchers (2:51). Plus, why predicting the World Series champ is harder than you think, who might be this year's Washington Nationals and what's the latest on Aaron Judge. Later, Sarah Langs joins the show to discuss Mike Trout checking in as the highest-paid player in baseball and Miguel Cabrera's outlook for the season (25:41).
Mets OF Nimmo cleared to play after cardiac test
After getting cleared to play by a cardiologist, Brandon Nimmo could joke.
BBTN: Who loves the Dodgers? Tim Kurkjian loves the Dodgers
Who loves the Dodgers? Tim Kurkjian loves the Dodgers (4:26). He also loves the Indians' depth, while he and Buster are concerned about Edwin Diaz, Giancarlo Stanton. Plus, is the league really going to crack down on pine tar? Probably not.
Astros' Springer heckled during boobird swing
The boobird swing continued for the Houston Astros during Wednesday's game against the New York Mets in Port St. Lucie, Florida. George Springer received the brunt of the heckling, but said he's not focusing on the fans while at the plate.
Tebow to play for Philippines in WBC qualifiers
Tim Tebow will play for the Philippines in WBC qualifiers next month. His parents were missionaries in the Philippines when Tebow was born.
Schumer: MLB will work to keep Binghamton team
Chuck Schumer says MLB officials agreed to work to keep Binghamton's Double-A baseball team, which is among the 42 minor league franchises targeted to lose their big league affiliation.
Cespedes breaks silence, aims for Opening Day
Mets outfielder Yoenis Cespedes backtracked on his vow to avoid the media and said he is planning to be ready for Opening Day.
The most interesting non-roster player for all 30 MLB teams
From names you'd forgotten all about to others you still need to learn, here's one player to track in every spring training camp.
MLB Stock Watch: Where all 30 teams stand as spring training games begin
After all the heat off the diamond, we've finally got action on it -- along with a look at a key issue each team will sort out on the field.
Players who could be surprise additions to Opening Day MLB rosters
Looking at all 30 clubs, don't be shocked when these comeback candidates and rising rookies make their teams.
Same city, new chapter: Betances gets fresh start with Mets
Born and raised in the Big Apple, Dellin Betances traded in his pinstripes and is hoping for a bounce-back season across town in Queens.
Cespedes silent around media, plans to remain so
Yoenis Céspedes, arriving at spring training on Monday, said he felt no obligation to speak with the media. When asked whether he would talk, the two-time All-Star replied, "Not today, not tomorrow, not at all this year."
Tebow shrugs off XFL overture to focus on MLB
Tim Tebow's focus remains on making the major leagues as a member of the New York Mets and the outfielder said Sunday that he wasn't interested in returning to football despite being contacted by the XFL.
Phils' Wheeler wants dispute with Mets GM to end
After trading barbs with Mets GM Brodie Van Wagenen about his exit from the team, new Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler wants the dispute to stop. "We're two grown-ups here, and we're battling like little kids," Wheeler said.
'No-Moves' MLB Power Rankings: All 30 teams by their original homegrown talent
Imagine a baseball world with no trades, no free agents and no switching teams after a player is drafted or signed. What would your team look like?
Marly Rivera ESPN Writer
Yuli Gurriel: "No one put a gun to our head. It would be a lie to say that one or two people are responsible. We are all responsible." Springer: "We are ALL responsible. Carlos and Alex were great to us." Bregman: "No one put us up to this. We did it. All of us, not one person made us do anything."
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Grapefruit League Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | 10 | 4 | .714 | - | W2 |
| Miami | 10 | 4 | .714 | - | W3 |
| Tampa Bay | 8 | 5 | .615 | 1.5 | L1 |
| Baltimore | 8 | 5 | .615 | 1.5 | W2 |
| New York | 8 | 5 | .615 | 1.5 | L2 |
| Minnesota | 6 | 4 | .600 | 2 | W2 |
| Toronto | 6 | 5 | .545 | 2.5 | L3 |
| Houston | 6 | 6 | .500 | 3 | W2 |
| Detroit | 6 | 6 | .500 | 3 | L1 |
| St. Louis | 6 | 7 | .462 | 3.5 | W1 |
| New York | 5 | 8 | .385 | 4.5 | L1 |
| Atlanta | 5 | 8 | .385 | 4.5 | W2 |
| Washington | 4 | 8 | .333 | 5 | L2 |
| Boston | 4 | 9 | .308 | 5.5 | L4 |
| Pittsburgh | 3 | 11 | .214 | 7 | W1 |
Team Leaders
- Batting
- Pitching
BATTING AVERAGE
Home Runs
RUNS BATTED IN
Earned Run Average
Wins
Strikeouts
Team Stats
- Pitching
- Batting
Earned Run Average3.536th
Quality Starts0Tied-1st
WHIP1.309th
BAA.24514th
Runs4029th
Batting Average.22028th
On Base Percentage.29628th
Slugging Percentage.36029th