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The Boston Red Sox are facing a unique, if somewhat complex, scenario as pitchers and catchers gear up to arrive in Fort Myers on February 10th. Craig Breslow is staring down a tough call. The Red Sox have a crowded outfield, boasting four players who could all start regularly, and a rotation that’s shaky after […]

The Chicago Cubs made big news when they signed Alex Bregman to a five, year, $175 million contract, a move that was their most aggressive in years and one that clearly signals that they are ready to compete in the National League Central. However, even before Bregman’s contract was officially signed, the Cubs were already […]

The New York Yankees have been eerily quiet to start the MLB offseason. After bringing in Gerrit Cole, Aaron Judge, Juan Soto, and Max Fried in recent years, many expected another big offseason from Brian Cashman. But now, the Yankees are expecting to lose Cody Bellinger in free agency, meaning they have to sign Kyle […]

The San Diego Padres are aiming for one thing and one thing only: to win their first-ever World Series title. This ball club has had to watch its divisional rival win back-to-back titles while the Padres contain a team worthy of winning one. Led by Manny Machado and Fernando Tatis Jr., the Padres have a […]

Alex Bregman agreed to a five-year, $175 million contract with the Chicago Cubs on Saturday, right in the middle of the Chicago Bears’ thrilling comeback win over the Green Bay Packers in the Wild Card Round. The deal includes a full no-trade clause and no opt-outs along with deferred money. At $35 million per year, […]

Is there still an outside chance that Tarik Skubal starts Opening Day in 2026 with the Detroit Tigers? While it technically is a possibility, the idea of the Tigers not trading Skubal at this point seems unlikely. Not only is the reigning back-to-back American League Cy Young winner entering his contract year, but the Tigers […]

The New York Yankees have had a quiet offseason. While the Yankees re-signed Amed Rosario and have also made a number of other smaller moves, New York has yet to land a star free agent or trade acquisition. With a number of injuries in the starting rotation, some fans have been calling for the ball […]

MLB rumors continue to swirl around the league, as trade candidates are being linked to a plethora of teams. While the massive blockbuster deal of the offseason has yet to come to fruition, there have been some big trades such as the Boston Red Sox acquiring Willson Contreras and the Chicago Cubs landing Edward Cabrera. […]

The only thing true New Yorkers love more than an outright superstar is a scrappy underdog who finds a way to succeed despite setbacks, disappointments, and utter failures. As the 2026 MLB season approaches, the New York Yankees could greatly benefit from one of their most ridiculed players experiencing a bounce-back season for the ages. […]

A four-year, $88 million contract with a $22 million club option in the fifth year would be the ideal offer from the Mets to Ranger Suárez. This would give the lefty frontline money while maintaining some long-term flexibility. This arrangement fits New York’s current “win-now with Cohen-level payroll” posture, pays Suárez like the high-end No. […]

The New York Mets should treat Framber Valdez as the clearest solution in free agency because the Mets starting rotation still lacks dependable bulk innings. Citi Field rewards pitchers who limit damage, and Valdez fits that environment as a ground ball pitcher who controls contact. David Stearns can preserve flexibility while still choosing certainty by […]

When the topic of the best pitcher in today’s game is discussed, stars such as Tarik Skubal and Paul Skenes are mentioned on a frequent basis. While they are deserving of the recognition, San Francisco Giants star Logan Webb sometimes gets forgotten in the conversation. Is it a product of the Giants’ recent mediocrity? In […]

The New York Yankees will have multiple goals for the 2026 season. The first thing they want to do is get back to the top of the American League East Division. The Toronto Blue Jays slipped by the Yankees last year and were in charge of the World Series until there was one out in […]

The first true blockbuster of the 2026 MLB calendar year arrived on Wednesday, with two franchises moving in opposite directions, each executing a deal aligned with its competitive timeline. The Chicago Cubs addressed a pressing short-term need by acquiring starting pitcher Edward Cabrera, while the Miami Marlins leaned further into a long-term rebuild by converting […]

The Miami Marlins and Chicago Cubs agreed to an Edward Cabrera-led trade on Wednesday. The New York Yankees were linked to a potential Cabrera trade with the Marlins before the Cubs deal came to fruition. It has been a quiet offseason for the Yankees, and adding another starter should be a priority. So, today we […]

The New York Mets will enter the 2026 season with a team in need of an edge, and they could receive such a jolt if president of baseball operations David Stearns and the rest of the front office were to acquire a certain outfielder who currently resides in Colorado. Colorado Rockies outfielder Mickey Moniank is […]

This offseason, the Philadelphia Phillies are at a crucial juncture. Philadelphia needs to take immediate action to address one of baseball’s most obvious shortages: elite middle-infield production, given that Kyle Schwarber signed a five-year, $150 million contract and there are still a number of unanswered questions regarding their infield depth. Bo Bichette is exactly the […]

The Chicago Cubs shouldn’t pass up this unique chance to solve a crucial organizational need without going over budget. The 27-year-old free agent shortstop Bo Bichette, who recently helped lead the Toronto Blue Jays to the World Series, is a prime example of the kind of impact middle-infield addition that turns a team from a […]

With several significant acquisitions that have altered their roster, the Toronto Blue Jays have established themselves as the most aggressive team in baseball this offseason. Just days after signing Kazuma Okamoto to a four-year, $60 million contract, Toronto is under increasing pressure to sign superstar outfielder Kyle Tucker to complete its championship puzzle. Instead of […]

The Cincinnati Reds sit at a crossroads entering 2026 — a team bubbling with young talent but still seeking that defining superstar who can push them over the top. Their lineup is packed with speed and athleticism, their pitching staff has flashed potential, but consistent offensive firepower remains elusive. That’s where Luis Robert Jr. comes […]

The 2026 MLB offseason presents a unique window of opportunity for the Los Angeles Dodgers to address center field depth while the Chicago White Sox remain conflicted about their direction. Luis Robert Jr.—a 28-year-old centerfielder with elite athleticism, blazing speed, and power potential—sits at the intersection of opportunity and uncertainty. While Robert posted a disappointing […]

The New York Yankees have a legitimate opportunity to address their center field needs by pursuing Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert Jr. While the White Sox exercised Robert’s $20 million option for 2026, there’s a clear path for a deal that makes sense for both franchises. The Yankees possess a combination of young, controllable […]

The Atlanta Braves have a unique opportunity to fortify their outfield by acquiring Luis Robert Jr. from the Chicago White Sox, provided they construct a compelling trade package that addresses Chicago’s rebuilding priorities. While the White Sox have maintained steadfast resistance to trading their talented outfielder, a strategic offer centered on controllable, high-upside pitching prospects […]

Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert stands out as one of the cleanest and most logical trade fits on the market, and this hypothetical proposal presents a clear path that benefits both sides. With the club committed to a deep rebuild, the package is built around pitching depth to provide quantity and flexibility, while the […]

The 2025 season for the Seattle Mariners was a deja vu experience for the fans. The team boasted top-notch pitching but struggled to make solid contact at the plate, as usual. The only constant was the hope that Julio Rodríguez would be the one to carry the offense all by himself. The Wild Card spot […]

The Houston Astros’ 2025 season was marked by two powerfully contrasting narratives. On the one hand, the team endured its first playoff drought since 2016 after finishing second with an 87-75 record in the American League West, thus ending the franchise’s streak of eight consecutive postseason appearances. On the other hand, amidst the turmoil, a […]

2025 was another banner year for the Los Angeles Dodgers, literally. Coming off one of the best LA baseball seasons in recent memory, with free agent addition Shohei Ohtani looking like an absolute steal at a $700 million price tag – even if much of that fee was deferred – the Dodgers had a new […]

The New York Yankees faced numerous questions entering the 2025 season. While the team’s missions to replace Juan Soto’s production or become a more defensively sound unit were certainly important issues, they were dealt with an even more pressing ordeal in spring training when starter Gerrit Cole was forced to undergo Tommy John surgery due […]

The Los Angeles Angels have certainly had a busy offseason. Between signing a number of veterans — such as Kirby Yates — and working out a contract restructure agreement with Anthony Rendon, LA has been making moves throughout the winter. Still, this Angels squad doesn’t feel like a true contender yet. The Halos feature an […]

The 2025 season for the Cleveland Guardians will be remembered as one of the most improbable and paradoxical campaigns in Major League Baseball history — a season that encapsulated both the sport’s greatest capacity for redemption and its darkest vulnerabilities. But if you’re asking what the biggest surprise was, the answer is clear: the Guardians’ […]

With a collection of young talent ready to make their mark on MLB, the Athletics seem to be a team on the rise. They ensured a key part of their future was locked up by signing left fielder Tyler Soderstrom to an $86 million contract. He joins a core that features fellow burgeoning stars such […]

The Milwaukee Brewers were not expected to be the top seed in the National League in 2025. They surprised the league, especially after a brutal 0-4 start, by putting up 97 wins and running away with the NL Central. But outside of the team, the biggest surprise in Milwaukee came from the pitching staff. Quinn […]

The Philadelphia Phillies won 98 games and won their third straight NL East title in 2025, but the team’s biggest surprise wasn’t the team’s third postseason loss in as many years. Instead, Kyle Schwarber’s career-defining season, which stands as one of the most dominant individual performances in recent franchise history, will be remembered as a […]

Entering the 2025 offseason, Kyle Tucker is one of baseball’s most intriguing free agents — a player with All-Star pedigree, elite consistency, and a balanced skill set that makes him an instant upgrade for nearly any team. Yet somehow, his market has been quieter than expected. Once projected to land an 11-year, $400 million megadeal, […]

Pete Alonso, the Polar Bear, reached into baseball history and claimed a record that had stood for nearly forty years on August 12, in front of the home crowd at Citi Field, breaking Darryl Strawberry’s all-time Mets home run record with his 253rd career home run in orange and blue—a moment of pure authenticity in […]

The San Diego Padres were a good enough team to make the postseason in 2025; however, it never felt that they were good enough to win the World Series. The lineup lacked power, and the starting pitching had a poor season compared to 2024 and years past under pitching coach Ruben Niebla. Ruben Niebla will […]

While the 2025 MLB offseason has had moments of intrigue thus far, one of the sport’s most coveted free agent outfielders has yet to sign. While plenty of suitors have been interested in former MVP Cody Bellinger, his 2025 campaign and specific skillset make him a perfect fit to re-sign with the New York Yankees. […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers flexed their financial muscle when they signed All-Star closer Edwin Diaz to a three-year, $69 million deal earlier this offseason. The righty will surely make an already dangerous bullpen even more deadly with his signature flare, but his presence may also help reliever Tanner Scott experience a resurgence in 2026. Scott […]

The Boston Red Sox made progress during the 2025 season, but losing a best-of-3 Wild Card series to the New York Yankees is no way for their year to conclude. The Red Sox had become als0-rans in the American League East for three years, so returning to the playoffs and developing a core of solid […]