Crawford improves, Davis contracts Valley Fever

As spring training games begin, news begins to flow out of major league baseball camps that will impact your fantasy league draft. Let's take a spin around the league.

• Mets first baseman Ike Davis is being treated for "Valley Fever", a malady that can knock a player out of action for a season or, possibly, a career. At this point, Davis is being treated cautiously, but he's still on the field. Davis is certainly a player that can benefit your fantasy team at first base, so keep an eye on this story.
• David Wright, third baseman for the Mets, is suffering from a stiff rib cage and skipped the team's recent intrasquad game. Officially, the team says Wright is suffering from a "stiff left rib cage" but there are more questions than answers. This is a big issue for fantasy team owners. Wright is a key free-agent at third base and could be an early draft round draft pick.
• Jesus Montero homered in his first spring game but left early after taking two foul tips off the mask. Welcome to the big leagues as a catcher, kid. Here's the deal, the Seattle rookie is a big-time hitter but he's also a risk for fantasy league owners. Why? Because he's not eligible at catcher to begin the season. He can only be used in the utility position. He will eventually earn eligibility as a catcher, but, given his struggles behind the dish, the question is, how long will that take?
• Brandon Inge, who has been displaced at third base by Miguel Cabrera at Detroit, moved to second base in the first spring training game. If Inge sticks at second, he could provide a little pop from the position and be a sleeper pick. Keep an eye on this move.
• Mark Reynolds made several nice plays at third base for the Orioles in Friday's intrasquad game. This is good news, after Reynolds made 26 errors last year. Look, Reynolds has 35+ home run power but will strikeout nearly 200 times. If you can live with that, draft him.
• Starting pitcher Zach Britton threw a solid bullpen for the Orioles on Friday and is on his way back from a shoulder injury that cut his season short last year. Britton was a top prospect for the Orioles in 2011, so, if healthy, he could provide value as a fifth starting pitcher.
• Outfielder Cody Ross is fitting in at Fenway Park. His right-handed power could benefit the Red Sox and he could see 400+ at bats. He's not an early draft choice but he could help your team with a late-round flyer.
• Joe Mauer and Justin Morneau are off to good starts for the Twins. Both are former All-Stars and could be excellent values this year. If they remain healthy and they continue to hit in spring training, they could be worthy of a mid-round pick.
• Third baseman Brett Lawrie hit a pair of two-run doubles against the Pirates and showed why he's such a hot commodity. Lawrie will start for the Blue Jays and, if he stays healthy, could be one of the best young players in the league.
• Chris Sale made his first start for the White Sox, beginning his transition from the bullpen. This is a work in progress. There are too many questions too overpay with a high draft choice but if he continues to improve, he may be worth a late-round pick.
• Angels right-handed pitcher Jerome Williams has been sidelined with a strained hamstring. Williams had a good finish to 2011 and could be a legitimate fifth starter for your fantasy team but if he doesn't start the season he can be replaced by any number of other players.
• Jonny Gomes and Jemile Weeks each hit home runs for the A's in Saturday's spring training game against the Mariners. It's no surprise for Gomes, but don't get used to Weeks going deep. His value is his speed, not his power.
• Outfielder Carlos Peguero has two home runs in two games for the Mariners. Don't get too excited. It's doubtful he'll break camp with a full time job with the team.
• Atlanta starting pitcher Mike Minor pitched two scoreless innings against the Tigers on Saturday. Minor is considered a major prospect in Atlanta's system and is penciled in as their fourth starter for the season. He's a viable fantasy league player.
• Starting pitcher Cole Hamels and outfielder Hunter Pence each started spring training strong. Sean McKenna will be happy that Hamels is throwing well while Carolyn Greene has invested a lot in Pence.