D.J. Short
@djshort.bsky.social
Sr. manager of fantasy content for NBC Sports/Rotoworld. Likes: ⚾ 🏈 🏀, music, hoodies, pizza 🎶 "I want specifics on the general idea..." 🎶
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How the Phillies’ $100 million marriage with Nick Castellanos ended in divorce: www.nytimes.com/athletic/art...
How the Phillies’ $100 million marriage with Nick Castellanos ended in divorce
When the Phillies ate $20 million on Thursday and released Castellanos, it was an admission that the relationship was irrevocably broken.
www.nytimes.com
February 12, 2026 at 8:22 PM
How the Phillies’ $100 million marriage with Nick Castellanos ended in divorce: www.nytimes.com/athletic/art...
You need to be a CPA to understand NBA trades sometimes. Strong no from me, dog.
February 12, 2026 at 9:54 PM
You need to be a CPA to understand NBA trades sometimes. Strong no from me, dog.
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The Phillies released Nick Castellanos.
Castellanos acknowledges on Instagram that one of the reasons Rob Thomson benched him in Miami in June is that he brought a beer into the dugout after being pulled from the game for defensive purposes.
Castellanos acknowledges on Instagram that one of the reasons Rob Thomson benched him in Miami in June is that he brought a beer into the dugout after being pulled from the game for defensive purposes.
February 12, 2026 at 7:50 PM
The Phillies released Nick Castellanos.
Castellanos acknowledges on Instagram that one of the reasons Rob Thomson benched him in Miami in June is that he brought a beer into the dugout after being pulled from the game for defensive purposes.
Castellanos acknowledges on Instagram that one of the reasons Rob Thomson benched him in Miami in June is that he brought a beer into the dugout after being pulled from the game for defensive purposes.
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ICYMI - I wrote about the winners and losers from MLB's offseason for NBC Sports.
The Orioles were in the winners category even before last night's signing of Chris Bassitt.
www.nbcsports.com/mlb/news/mlb...
The Orioles were in the winners category even before last night's signing of Chris Bassitt.
www.nbcsports.com/mlb/news/mlb...
MLB Offseason Winners and Losers: Dodgers keep loading up as Blue Jays stay aggressive
Breaking down the MLB offseason and who set themselves up for success in the 2026 season.
www.nbcsports.com
February 12, 2026 at 2:32 PM
ICYMI - I wrote about the winners and losers from MLB's offseason for NBC Sports.
The Orioles were in the winners category even before last night's signing of Chris Bassitt.
www.nbcsports.com/mlb/news/mlb...
The Orioles were in the winners category even before last night's signing of Chris Bassitt.
www.nbcsports.com/mlb/news/mlb...
Nicely done by the Orioles.
Solid group with Zach Eflin working his way back and Tyler Wells, Cade Povich, and Brandon Young among the depth:
Bradish
Rogers
Baz
Bassitt
Kremer
Solid group with Zach Eflin working his way back and Tyler Wells, Cade Povich, and Brandon Young among the depth:
Bradish
Rogers
Baz
Bassitt
Kremer
Report: Orioles signing Bassitt for $18.5 million
Report: Orioles signing Bassitt for $18.5 million
The Orioles and Chris Bassitt have agreed to a one-year, $18.5 million contract, ESPN's Jeff Passan reports.
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February 12, 2026 at 2:09 AM
Nicely done by the Orioles.
Solid group with Zach Eflin working his way back and Tyler Wells, Cade Povich, and Brandon Young among the depth:
Bradish
Rogers
Baz
Bassitt
Kremer
Solid group with Zach Eflin working his way back and Tyler Wells, Cade Povich, and Brandon Young among the depth:
Bradish
Rogers
Baz
Bassitt
Kremer
Quote from my daughter:
“If you are giving me some of that cheese quesadilla I’m going to need some soy sauce”
“If you are giving me some of that cheese quesadilla I’m going to need some soy sauce”
a bald man with a beard is asking the question oh really
ALT: a bald man with a beard is asking the question oh really
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February 11, 2026 at 11:16 PM
Quote from my daughter:
“If you are giving me some of that cheese quesadilla I’m going to need some soy sauce”
“If you are giving me some of that cheese quesadilla I’m going to need some soy sauce”
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BREAKING: James Van Der Beek, who starred in 'Dawson's Creek' and 'Varsity Blues,' dies at 48, his wife says.
James Van Der Beek, 'Dawson's Creek' and 'Varsity Blues' star, dies at 48
The actor was diagnosed with Stage 3 colorectal cancer in November 2024.
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February 11, 2026 at 7:37 PM
BREAKING: James Van Der Beek, who starred in 'Dawson's Creek' and 'Varsity Blues,' dies at 48, his wife says.
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With all the hamate injury news the past 24 hours, I looked into some data back in 2022 when the shortstop who shall not be named fractured his and found these data points. Draw your own conclusions with Carroll, Holliday, and likely Lindor
February 11, 2026 at 6:53 PM
With all the hamate injury news the past 24 hours, I looked into some data back in 2022 when the shortstop who shall not be named fractured his and found these data points. Draw your own conclusions with Carroll, Holliday, and likely Lindor
"Along with all the other bones," he continued.
Zack Wheeler kept his rib that he had removed during thoracic outlet decompression surgery. It’s in his closet at his house.
February 11, 2026 at 6:49 PM
"Along with all the other bones," he continued.
Worry a little bit about the impact on his power, but this situation could certainly be worse.
Carlos Mendoza announced that Francisco Lindor is having surgery on his hamate today.
February 11, 2026 at 5:51 PM
Worry a little bit about the impact on his power, but this situation could certainly be worse.
What's the biggest fashion trend of the year and why is it hamate bone surgery
February 11, 2026 at 3:29 PM
What's the biggest fashion trend of the year and why is it hamate bone surgery
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Mike Elias also said Jordan Westburg has an oblique tweak and will miss the start of spring games but should be fine for opening day.
Right-hander Colin Selby has shoulder inflammation and is beginning throwing. He’ll likely not be ready for opening day
Right-hander Colin Selby has shoulder inflammation and is beginning throwing. He’ll likely not be ready for opening day
February 11, 2026 at 3:11 PM
Mike Elias also said Jordan Westburg has an oblique tweak and will miss the start of spring games but should be fine for opening day.
Right-hander Colin Selby has shoulder inflammation and is beginning throwing. He’ll likely not be ready for opening day
Right-hander Colin Selby has shoulder inflammation and is beginning throwing. He’ll likely not be ready for opening day
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Jackson Holliday broke a bone in his hand on Feb. 6 during live BP. He'll have surgery tomorrow to remove the Hamate bone. The Orioles second baseman will miss opening day
February 11, 2026 at 3:10 PM
Jackson Holliday broke a bone in his hand on Feb. 6 during live BP. He'll have surgery tomorrow to remove the Hamate bone. The Orioles second baseman will miss opening day
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Astros closer Josh Hader experienced “arm soreness” before his fourth bullpen session of the winter, manager Joe Espada said. Hader had imaging that revealed “bicep inflammation.” Hader is scheduled to resume his throwing program today, but his status for Opening Day is in flux
February 11, 2026 at 2:38 PM
Astros closer Josh Hader experienced “arm soreness” before his fourth bullpen session of the winter, manager Joe Espada said. Hader had imaging that revealed “bicep inflammation.” Hader is scheduled to resume his throwing program today, but his status for Opening Day is in flux
New at NBC Sports: MLB offseason winners and losers
The Dodgers keep loading up, the Blue Jays stay aggressive to finish the job, a sweeping makeover for the Mets, the Yankees run it back, tough times for the Twins and Cardinals, and much more.
www.nbcsports.com/mlb/news/mlb...
The Dodgers keep loading up, the Blue Jays stay aggressive to finish the job, a sweeping makeover for the Mets, the Yankees run it back, tough times for the Twins and Cardinals, and much more.
www.nbcsports.com/mlb/news/mlb...
MLB Offseason Winners and Losers: Dodgers keep loading up as Blue Jays stay aggressive
Breaking down the MLB offseason and who set themselves up for success in the 2026 season.
www.nbcsports.com
February 11, 2026 at 1:07 PM
New at NBC Sports: MLB offseason winners and losers
The Dodgers keep loading up, the Blue Jays stay aggressive to finish the job, a sweeping makeover for the Mets, the Yankees run it back, tough times for the Twins and Cardinals, and much more.
www.nbcsports.com/mlb/news/mlb...
The Dodgers keep loading up, the Blue Jays stay aggressive to finish the job, a sweeping makeover for the Mets, the Yankees run it back, tough times for the Twins and Cardinals, and much more.
www.nbcsports.com/mlb/news/mlb...
This has been quite the day for injuries.
Olson to miss season after shoulder surgery
Olson to miss season after shoulder surgery
Tigers placed RHP Reese Olson on the 60-day injured list following labrum surgery on his right shoulder.
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February 10, 2026 at 11:01 PM
This has been quite the day for injuries.
Oh boy
February 10, 2026 at 10:09 PM
Oh boy
The good news is that Lindor should be ready for the season regardless. But as noted in the blurb, some players often have initial decline in their power output.
February 10, 2026 at 7:39 PM
The good news is that Lindor should be ready for the season regardless. But as noted in the blurb, some players often have initial decline in their power output.
I quite enjoy that my autocorrect always wants to make Shane Baz into Shane Bat.
February 10, 2026 at 7:25 PM
I quite enjoy that my autocorrect always wants to make Shane Baz into Shane Bat.
Two news items from David Stearns just now....
1) Francisco Lindor is being evaluated for a stress reaction in his left hamate bone. Could need surgery, which would take around six weeks to return. Would still have a chance to be ready for Opening Day.
2) Juan Soto will play LF this season
1) Francisco Lindor is being evaluated for a stress reaction in his left hamate bone. Could need surgery, which would take around six weeks to return. Would still have a chance to be ready for Opening Day.
2) Juan Soto will play LF this season
February 10, 2026 at 7:03 PM
Two news items from David Stearns just now....
1) Francisco Lindor is being evaluated for a stress reaction in his left hamate bone. Could need surgery, which would take around six weeks to return. Would still have a chance to be ready for Opening Day.
2) Juan Soto will play LF this season
1) Francisco Lindor is being evaluated for a stress reaction in his left hamate bone. Could need surgery, which would take around six weeks to return. Would still have a chance to be ready for Opening Day.
2) Juan Soto will play LF this season
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Justin Verlander returns to Tigers on $13M deal
Justin Verlander returns to Tigers on $13M deal
Tigers signed RHP Justin Verlander to a one-year, $13 million contract.
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February 10, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Justin Verlander returns to Tigers on $13M deal