Matt Brash, who missed all of last season, has had a longer road recovering from Tommy John surgery, but he too is nearing a return. Brash threw bullpens and live BP in Arizona, and was even able to get into a game at the very end of spring training.

It was reported last week that Taylor had been investigated twice over allegations of hostile and aggressive behavior, as well as personal attacks, against female staff members.

Bailey now joins a long list of Stanford players who have hit the portal, including three-star quarterback Ashton Daniels (Auburn), three-star offensive lineman Trevor Mayberry (Mississippi State), and three-star wide receiver Ismael Cisse (Arkansas).

Following the first investigation, in 2023, Taylor was warned that he could be fired if the conduct continued, according to an ESPN report. It did continue, with a second investigation a year later. But Taylor remained employed and coached the Cardinal to a second consecutive 3-9 season.

Who could the Cardinal turn toward? The timing puts Stanford in a tough spot with candidate pool that doesn't feel deep.

Two of the Mariners' high-leverage relievers and a starting pitcher will be on the 15-day IL to begin the season.

Deshonne Redeaux, a top 100 player nationally and the No. 13 recruit in California, will announce his decision on CBS Sports HQ on Saturday, April 5. Redeaux, who’s from Westlake Village in the San Fernando Valley, is focused on six teams: Georgia, Michigan, Oregon, UCLA, USC and Washington.

When Stanford parted ways with football coach Troy Taylor earlier in the week, Bob Gregory already was long gone from the Cardinal staff. The former University of Washington defensive coordinator, linebackers coach and one-time interim coach was let go by Taylor once the season ended after directing the safeties and special teams in Palo Alto for two seasons,

Stanford was in the market for a new head coach after firing Troy Taylor due to his alleged workplace behavior. Taylor reportedly bullied and belittled female athletic staffers. The university initially stood by Taylor, but reversed course a few days later, firing the head coach. In two seasons with Stanford, Taylor went 6-18.