Ten local players are currently participating in MLB spring training, with an additional 17 players in major-league organizations who could potentially appear in games before the start of the minor-league season. Among these players are Trenton Brooks, who made his MLB debut last season with the Giants, and TJ Friedl, who is expected to be the starting centerfielder for the Reds. Skylar Hales, a hard-throwing right-handed pitcher, could be a candidate for a big-league promotion in 2025.
Garrett Hampson, a utility player, signed with the Diamondbacks and will likely start the season in Triple-A after playing with the Royals last season. Ray Kerr, a left-handed pitcher, will miss the 2025 season due to Tommy John surgery. Miles Mastrobuoni, a utility man traded to the Mariners, will try to earn a spot on the 26-man roster after struggling in 2024.
Cade Povich, JoJo Romero, Robby Snelling, and Cal Stevenson are among the other local players participating in MLB spring training. Additionally, there are several players in major-league organizations who have not been included in spring training, such as Carson McCusker, Kade Morris, and Connor Noland. These players have reached various levels of the minor leagues and are looking to make an impact in the upcoming season.
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