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With spring training set to kick off, numerous high level stars remain free agents. For Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora, the amount of stars still available is bad for the game of baseball. Players such as Cody Bellinger, Blake Snell, Jordan Montgomery and Matt Chapman have still not found their home. Cora has heard […]

The New York Yankees made a major addition to their pitching rotation when they signed Marcus Stroman. However, as the Yankees look towards Opening Day, New York is looking for even more firepower in their rotation. The Yankees are still showing strong interest in free agent Blake Snell, via Bob Nightengale of USA Today. However, […]

The Seattle Mariners shook up their roster when they traded Jarred Kelenic in a multi-player deal to the Atlanta Braves. However, the Mariners got some brutal news on one of their return pieces just as spring training is set to begin. Right-hander Cole Phillips underwent Tommy John surgery and is expected to miss the entire […]

After bolstering their rotation with the likes of Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Tyler Glasnow, the Los Angeles Dodgers have focused on perfecting their bullpen. While not the most groundbreaking signing, the Dodgers have now added a former New York Yankees and New York Mets relief pitcher to the mix. Los Angeles has signed Justin Wilson to […]

The Boston Red Sox are still figuring out their perfect lineup entering the 2024 campaign. With a potential position change, the Red Sox would be given much more versatility in their roster construction. Bobby Dalbec took reps with the outfielders on Friday, via Julian McWilliams of The Boston Globe. Dalbec spent some time in the […]

The 2024 NFL Draft will take place in Detroit while 2025 will be hosted in Green Bay. But come 2026 or 2027, the Pittsburgh Steelers are hoping to get a crack at hosting the NFL Draft. The Steelers have officially submitted Pittsburgh’s bid to host the event in one of those two seasons. Pittsburgh hasn’t […]

The Boston Red Sox are looking to find their footing in a suddenly crowded AL East. As the Red Sox continue to manipulate their roster, Alex Cora has already decided who will lead off for Boston. Cora announced that Jarren Duran would be the team‘s leadoff hitter, via Alex Speier of The Boston Globe. The […]

While the Miami Marlins have been involved in trade talks, they’ve yet to make a real splash in free agency. As the Marlins look to add a spark to the offense, Miami is looking into a potential Tim Anderson bounce back season. The Marlins have officially made a contract offer to Anderson, via Ken Rosenthal […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are counting on a bounce back season from starting pitcher Alek Manoah. While nothing seemed to go right for Manoah in 2023, John Schneider thinks he has what it takes to turn things around in 2024. While the Blue Jays have a strong rotation on paper, a healthy and successful Manoah […]

With spring training inching closer, Jordan Montgomery still hasn’t found his home in free agency. However, there are still plenty of suitors looking to add Montgomery to their roster. The Philadelphia Phillies and San Francisco Giants have been named as potential landing spots for Montgomery, via David Schoenfield of ESPN. Both teams have a clear […]

The Texas Rangers are looking to defend the first World Series title in franchise history. However, that doesn’t mean the Rangers plan on spending much more in free agency. Texas suggested that, ‘they may be done,’ in free agency, via Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Their decision comes with Jordan Montgomery still unsigned. […]

The New York Mets have been patiently waiting for the return of star closer Edwin Diaz. As spring training inches closer, Diaz has improved in his health and looks prepared to make his mark in the ninth inning once again. Diaz faced batters for the first since since March 2023 on Thursday, via Tim Healey […]

Chris Jones and the Kansas City Chiefs celebrated yet another Super Bowl title with a championship parade. If what Jones said at the parade remains true, the Chiefs would have a whole other reason to celebrate. Jones is scheduled to hit free agency. However, he announced at the the championship parade that he doesn’t plan […]

The Los Angeles Chargers are entering a new era of their franchise with Jim Harbaugh as head coach. As Harbaugh settles into his new role, he is looking to pack his Chargers coaching staff with as much perspective as possible. Former Chicago Bears head coach Marc Trestman has become the latest to join Harbaugh’s staff. […]

With Joe Burrow suffering a season-ending injury, the Cincinnati Bengals were forced to turn to their backup options. But with Burrow set to return from injury, the Bengals cut down on their number of rostered quarterbacks. Backup AJ McCarron has been released by Cincinnati, the team announced. With Jake Browning an exclusive rights free agent, […]

While the Minnesota Twins are defending AL Central champions, they’ve spent the offseason focusing more on lowering their payroll rather than adding to make another run. However, to some, the Twins already have the pieces in need to compete. Starting with infielder Royce Lewis. The Twins star got an eye-opening MVP assessment from baseball analyst […]

While the Pittsburgh Steelers made the playoffs, questionable quarterback play held the team back from greatness. As they look to make a deeper playoff run, the 2024 NFL Draft offers the Steelers exactly what they need. Kenny Pickett may be under contract for next season, but some believe Pittsburgh is prepared to move on. Oregon […]

After a run to the playoffs in 2022, injuries and overall poor performances saw the New York Giants crumble in 2023. As they prepare for a revival in 2024, the Giants are expecting numerous changes to their roster. Cornerback Adoree Jackson is among the numerous big-name Giants to hit the free agent market. As Jackson […]

After a successful run as the Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator, Mike Macdonald is taking over as head coach of the Seattle Seahawks. As Macdonald prepares to take over his new role, he will have Ryan Grubb alongside him as the newest Seahawks offensive coordinator. Macdonald had an idea that he would be a highly touted […]

The Miami Marlins have been one of the quietest teams in MLB throughout the offseason. But as the Marlins look to add an offensive spark, Miami has agreed to a trade with the Minnesota Twins. The Marlins acquired Nick Gordon in exchange for left-handed pitcher Steven Okert, via Jon Heyman of The New York Post. […]

The Atlanta Braves are building a roster set on competing for a World Series title in 2024. Michael Harris II has seen that growth firsthand and says the Braves are ready to take on the season head first. Harris know that with the team Atlanta has cultivated, they’ll have a target on their backs all […]

With the AL East only getting stronger, the Boston Red Sox are open to numerous different options when it comes to improving their ball club. One of those possibilities for the Red Sox is trading away a key late inning reliever. Boston is still listening to trade offers on closer Kenley Jansen, via Jon Morosi […]

After making a run to the World Series, the Arizona Diamondbacks haven’t been afraid to spend throughout free agency. While they’ve already landed some impressive talent, the Diamondbacks still have a few more boxes to check on their wish list. At the top of Arizona’s priorities is finding a right-handed hitter to pair with Joc […]

In the midst of a horrific campaign, the Detroit Pistons are already thinking of ways to massively improve their roster of the future. One option for the Pistons is signing current Charlotte Hornets standout Miles Bridges. Detroit will have more than enough cap space to sign Bridges. He’s a player that the Pistons currently have […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have invested heavily in their pitching rotation, adding players such as Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Tyler Glasnow and James Paxton. However, the Dodgers would get another strong weapon out of their rotation if Dustin May were healthy and performing. However, May is still making his return back from flexor tendon surgery. The Dodgers […]

With over a billion dollars spent in free agency, the Los Angeles Dodgers are focused on succeeding at the major league level immediately. But the Dodgers still have a farm system that should keep Los Angeles in contention for the foreseeable future. Heading into the 2024 campaign, 18-year-old slugger Josue De Paula has been named […]

With Bill Belichick leaving the organization, the New England Patriots will have a new head coach for the first time since 2000. But as the Patriots prepare for the Jerod Mayo era, Robert Kraft thinks New England is in good hands. Mayo was elevated from his role as linebackers coach to replace Belichick. He has […]

The Carolina Panthers are entering a new era with Dave Canales as their head coach. As Canales steps into his new role, the Panthers have now finalized their coordinators underneath him. Ejiro Evero will remain as Carolina’s defense coordinator. Brad Idzik will become the offense coordinator while Tracy Smith will take over as the special […]

The Houston Astros have already signed Jose Altuve to a long-term contract extension. But when it comes to Alex Bregman, the Astros don’t seem to be close to a deal. Altuve signed a five-year, $125 million extension with the Astros. Bregman’s agent called that signing a, “bridge contract,” based on his standing in Houston. But […]

After an impressive 2022 campaign, Daniel Jones and the New York Giants didn’t come close to finding the same success in 2023. But while the Giants might be in a bit of turmoil, New York isn’t expecting Jones to depart anytime soon. The Giants are still committed to Jones as their starting quarterback, via Jordan […]

The Seattle Seahawks are entering a new era with Mike Macdonald now officially their next head coach. But as Macdonald gets accriminated to the Seahawks, he’ll need an offensive coordinator. Seattle’s OC search has turned to currently UCLA head coach Chip Kelly. Kelly is interviewing for the vacant role on Wednesday, via Benjamin Solak of […]

After losing Dan Quinn to the Washington Commanders, the Dallas Cowboys are searching far and wide for their next defensive coordinator. The Cowboys appear open to all options as they look for Mike McCarthy’s defensive right-hand man. Current ESPN analyst Rex Ryan has become the latest to interview for the vacant DC position, via Josina […]

As the Boston Red Sox try to work their work back into contention, the franchise has brought back long-time executive Theo Epstein. As Epstein gets settled back in, there is now some clarity on exactly what he’ll do with the Red Sox. Epstein’s official title is senior advisor of the Fenway Sports Group. While he […]

As Antonio Pierce takes over the Las Vegas Raiders head coaching role full-time, he was expected to have Kliff Kingsbury as his offensive coordinator. But after Kingsbury decided to change his mind, Pierce had an ice-cold response. After it was announced that Kingsbury would join the Raiders, he instead changed course and took the vacant […]

With a new manager and front office arrangement, the New York Mets are retooling their entire organization after a disappointing 2023 season. For their next move, the Mets are eyeing one of the best designated hitters available in free agency. New York has had conversations with JD Martinez over a potential contract, via Mike Puma […]

As the Atlanta Braves chase a World Series title in 2024, Max Fried will be one of the leaders in their pitching rotation. But come 2025, some believe Fried won’t even be playing for the Braves. Fried is scheduled to hit free agency after the season. With how the Los Angeles Dodgers during the 2024 […]

The Philadelphia Phillies are looking to bounce back from their NLCS loss and go on another deep playoff run in 2024. In the process of retooling their roster, the Phillies acquired a relief pitcher from the Chicago Cubs. Philadelphia traded cash considerations to Chicago for Michael Rucker, via Meghan Montemurro of The Chicago Tribune. Rucker […]

When the Houston Texans selected CJ Stroud with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, they found their quarterback of the present and future. It didn’t take long for Stroud to find his groove at the NFL level. After the Texans Week 1 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens, Stroud understood what it […]

The Kansas City Royals made a major investment in their future when they signed Bobby Witt Jr to a historic contract extension. With Witt now locked in as the face of the franchise for the foreseeable future, the star shortstop is excited to craft his legacy with the Royals. Kansas City signed Witt to an […]