Cubs and Reds Shine in Cactus League

In the Cactus League, Pete Crow-Armstrong of the Chicago Cubs is emerging as a potential star with a remarkable .522 batting average and impressive fielding and base-running skills. Meanwhile, the Cincinnati Reds won a spring training game against the Arizona Diamondbacks and have made roster changes, including reassigning pitcher Luis Mey to AAA-Louisville. The Chicago Cubs are preparing for the upcoming Tokyo Series, with manager Craig Counsell expressing both confidence and caution in handling the team's pitching staff amid potential injury concerns. The Toronto Blue Jays are analyzing early spring training trends to inform their strategic decisions for the 2025 season. The New York Yankees, after a loss to the Minnesota Twins, are set to face the Blue Jays in a spring training match, with Marcus Stroman scheduled to pitch for New York.