Read the latest positive news, breakthroughs, and inspiring stories about spring training, curated daily by BrightWire.
A freak baseball moment turned into one of sports' most beloved viral videos. Twenty-five years later, the people who witnessed it still bond over the unforgettable day a fastball met a dove.
Detroit Tigers prospect Max Clark went viral after his unfiltered reaction to facing a 102.4 mph fastball during a spring training game. The candid moment captured the jaw-dropping speed that baseball's next generation is bringing to the game.
D'Angelo Ortiz, son of Red Sox legend David Ortiz, smacked a single in his first Major League Spring Training at-bat 10 years after his father's final season. The 21-year-old is working to forge his own path to the big leagues.
A baseball fan made an incredible bare-handed catch at a Padres game while cradling a sleeping 10-week-old infant. The baby didn't wake up, even as the crowd erupted in cheers.
Francisco Lindor made his spring training debut just 34 days after surgery to remove a bone in his wrist, showing his typical power and fielding skills. The star shortstop's quick recovery puts him on track to play Opening Day for the New York Mets.
When Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal discovered he'd face Max Scherzer in a spring training game, he didn't just want to compete—he wanted to meet his idol. After they both pitched brilliantly, the 29-year-old got his wish in the most unexpected place.
Justin Crawford is set to be the Philadelphia Phillies' Opening Day center fielder, working alongside Don Mattingly—the same coach he met in his dad's manager's office 13 years ago. The full-circle moment shows how baseball connections can span generations.
Seattle Mariners first baseman Josh Naylor greeted historic umpire Jen Pawol with a warm handshake and smile before his at-bat, embodying his belief that "kindness is free." The simple gesture highlighted respect and inclusivity as Pawol continues breaking barriers as MLB's first female regular-season umpire.
Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong made one kid's day at spring training by stopping to chat with a young fan who gave him a treasured baseball card. The sweet exchange shows how the 23-year-old is handling his rise to stardom with grace and gratitude.
Cleveland Guardians star José Ramírez didn't let a controversial call stop him from celebrating. When umpires denied him a home run, he simply crushed an even bigger one his next time up.
When emergency sirens blared at a Giants spring training game, players kept going and witnessed baseball chaos turn into comedy gold. Three runners, one confused triple play, and zero actual emergencies made for an unforgettable first inning.
Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez is healthy and ready to chase a 26-year-old home run record after injuries limited him to just 48 games last season. The team's playoff hopes rest on keeping their most feared hitter in the lineup for 2026.