Easton Lucas faced a challenging outing on Monday night as the Toronto Blue Jays were overpowered by the Atlanta Braves, resulting in an 8-4 defeat. Lucas, who had previously pitched excellently, surrendered eight earned runs, marking his first earned run of the season. Austin Riley led the Braves' offense with five RBIs, including two homers, while Sean Murphy contributed with a two-run blast. Manager John Schneider noted Lucas struggled with his off-speed pitches, which were often up in the zone.

Despite a rocky start, Lucas's ERA escalated to 4.70 from a perfect 0.00. The Braves’ pitcher Grant Holmes performed impressively, retiring the first 12 batters he faced and finishing with a career-high 7 2/3 innings. The game was notable for Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s first home game back since a lucrative contract extension. The Blue Jays look to rebound with Kevin Gausman set to start the following night against Spencer Schwellenbach.

As the Minnesota Twins' spring training continues in Fort Myers, Florida, eight standout players from the backfields have caught the attention of scouts and fans alike. Among them is Connor Prielipp, a left-handed pitcher whose performance has marked him as a top prospect, racking up an impressive strikeout rate in minor league games. His fastball consistently reached 94-97 mph, leaving hitters flailing.

Brandon Winokur, another rising star, displayed his power potential with multiple home runs and high exit velocities, while Yoel Roque, at just 18, has shown an electrifying fastball that sits at 94-95 mph. Third baseman Rayne Doncon, along with pitchers Dasan Hill and Michael Carpenter, exhibited notable skills that promise an exciting future for the Twins. Each player will start the season at various levels of the minors, keeping an eye on their trajectory toward the big leagues.

Yuli Gurriel broke the scoreless deadlock in the seventh inning, securing a crucial pinch-hit RBI single that led the San Diego Padres to a narrow 1-0 victory over the Atlanta Braves. The game saw Jake Cronenworth start the decisive rally with a ground-rule double before Gurriel's timely hit, showcasing the Padres' ability to capitalize on their limited scoring opportunities.

Both starting pitchers delivered exceptional performances, each throwing six shutout innings. Randy Vasquez of the Padres and Spencer Schwellenbach of the Braves kept hitters off balance, despite the Padres' prior offensive success in the series. The Braves, despite multiple chances, failed to convert, while Wandy Peralta earned the win in relief, highlighting San Diego's depth in the bullpen.

Fantasy baseball enthusiasts are always on the lookout for hidden gems, and this season is no different. Each MLB team presents potential draft sleepers that could deliver significant value. From Jake McCarthy of the Arizona Diamondbacks, who showed promising speed and power last season, to Tyler Soderstrom of the Oakland Athletics, who benefits from a change in ballpark, these players offer intriguing upside.

Moreover, younger prospects like AJ Smith-Shawver from the Atlanta Braves and Heston Kjerstad from the Baltimore Orioles hint at breakout potential. The Boston Red Sox’s Roman Anthony, who excelled as a top prospect, could also provide immediate dividends if given the chance. Meanwhile, pitchers like Matthew Boyd and Casey Mize are poised for bounce-back seasons, making them late-round fliers worth considering. The landscape is ripe for fantasy managers to capitalize on these deep sleepers.