MLB in brief: Tim Anderson wants to stay in Chicago | Jacob deGrom on the mound

Tim Anderson wants to stay in Chicago

He would like to negotiate with his club to sign a longer-term contract.

Jacob deGrom on the mound

Here it is in its new colors.

As for Cole Hamels, he arrived at the Padres camp.

Yusei Kikuchi will launch on Saturday

This is the first game in the Pamplemousses of the Jays.

Yusei Kikuchi will start the #BlueJays‘ spring opener on Saturday.

Zach Thompson, Trent Thornton will likely follow.

— Keegan Matheson (@KeeganMatheson) February 23, 2023

Speaking of the Jays, it’s without the pressure of a young stud Nate Pearson to report to camp.

Pitching coach Pete Walker likes what he’s seen from Nate Pearson, especially with the top-prospect pressure gone.

“He looks really comfortable in his own skin right now. His stuff is outstanding. He knows who he is as a pitcher right now.” #BlueJays

— Keegan Matheson (@KeeganMatheson) February 23, 2023

Spencer Strider and his “default” pitch

He will have a shot ready in case the dial forces him to throw quickly.

Billy Eppler has big days

The Mets GM also has his work cut out for him.