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The MLB free agency hot stove has cooled off significantly in the new year. Corbin Burnes and Teoscar Hernandez made the most of the holiday season by signing new contracts. But that does not mean the offseason is over. With Pete Alonso, Alex Bregman, and Jack Flaherty available, teams can still improve into January. Who […]

The Atlanta Braves had a year full of injuries in 2024. From losing ace Spencer Strider in April to Ronald Acuña Jr in May to Chris Sale for the playoffs, it was a disappointing campaign. And then free agency hit and they lost two key pitchers. Max Fried is on the New York Yankees and […]

In the NFL, the dirtiest players ever are given that reputation because they try to gain a competitive advantage by intentionally hurting opposing players. In the NBA, players get the dirty label if they foul with a little extra force or become frequent technical foulers. Things are a little bit different in baseball, though, as […]

The Houston Astros were eliminated by the Detroit Tigers in the AL Wild Card series in 2024. It was the first time since 2016 that they were not in the American League Championship Series. It also signaled the end of an era, as Kyle Tucker has been traded and Alex Bregman will likely leave in […]

Shohei Ohtani’s wife is Mamiko Tanaka. Ohtani is one of the most private superstar athletes in sports, trying to keep most of his life out of the public eye. Ohtani said that a team would be left out of his free-agency sweepstakes if they revealed any information about negotiations. Shohei is a pitcher and designated […]

It has certainly been a busy offseason for Blake Snell. The two-time Cy Young award winner is coming off one of his best seasons in MLB as a member of the San Francisco Giants, but he became one of the biggest stars to sign as an external free agent when he inked a five-year, $182 […]

The Boston Red Sox traded for Garrett Crochet from the Chicago White Sox this offseason. After a year as the ace of the worst team in baseball history, Crochet is now in the American League East. He is the biggest addition Boston has made this offseason and will have high expectations. We have the Garrett […]

The Philadelphia Phillies and Miami Marlins are on two completely different trajectories heading into the 2025 campaign. Their Jesus Luzardo trade further demonstrated exactly what both franchises value most. The Phillies acquired Luzardo and catcher Paul McIntosh in exchange for prospects Starlyn Caba and Emaarion Boyd. Luzardo will now slot into the middle of Philadelphia’s […]

Juan Soto made waves this baseball offseason as the biggest name available, and he made waves because of his contract. The New York Mets signed Soto to a massive 15-year, $765 million contract. Soto comes from across the other side of New York City after having a great year with the Yankees and being a […]

Taylor Ward has a surprising car collection. Ward is a left fielder for the Los Angeles Angels. There’s no doubt that the Fresno State baseball standout is one of the more promising players for the Angels. While he isn’t a superstar on the field, Ward will certainly play competitive baseball and keep up with the […]

Cody Bellinger’s offseason just got a whole lot more hectic on Tuesday afternoon. The star outfielder was just traded from the Chicago Cubs to the New York Yankees, where he will be tasked with replacing some of the production that was lost when Juan Soto bolted for the New York Mets in free agency. Bellinger’s trade […]

The San Francisco Giants’ pursuit of free-agent ace Corbin Burnes is ongoing as negotiations between agent Scott Boras and the Giants’ front office, led by new president of baseball operations Buster Posey, continue on without an agreement reached yet. Initially seen as the favorite to land Burnes, the Giants now find themselves in familiar territory, […]

Cody Bellinger is finally headed to New York. After years of the former MVP being linked to the New York Yankees, Bellinger has been traded from the Chicago Cubs to the Yankees in a big move. Bellinger getting traded is not especially surprising. Rumors picked up steam after the Cubs acquired Kyle Tucker, who is […]

With a $182 million contract in hand, Blake Snell joins the Los Angeles Dodgers as one of the biggest signings of the offseason. The two-time Cy Young Award winner brings an elite resume to Los Angeles, bolstering a rotation aiming to power the Dodgers back to the World Series. Snell’s signing signals the Dodgers’ commitment […]

The Atlanta Braves have not made a big offseason splash yet. They lost star pitcher Max Fried to the New York Yankees on the biggest contract ever given to a left-handed pitcher. Now, they have a massive hole in their starting rotation. There are still plenty of free agents available, such as Sean Manaea, Walker […]

For much of the start of the offseason, things seemed eerily similar for the Boston Red Sox. They were in the running for big names like Juan Soto and Max Fried, but ultimately ended up falling just short when all was said and done. For fans of the team, it was a tale that had […]

The Boston Red Sox, after missing out on high-profile free agents like Juan Soto and Max Fried, made a bold move by trading for left-hander Garrett Crochet from the Chicago White Sox. While acquiring a frontline starter fills a glaring need, the price the Red Sox paid—a package headlined by top prospects Kyle Teel and […]

Last year, Shohei Ohtani blew the world of baseball away when he signed a 10-year, $700 million deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers. It was a contract nearly double as big as the next largest contract in MLB history, and a lot of fans thought it wouldn’t be surpassed for years. That didn’t end up […]

The New York Yankees lost Juan Soto to the New York Mets in free agency. While the loss is tremendous, the Bombers have time to pivot this offseason. They have prospects to fill their outfield and the options do not fit their needs, as Anthony Santander and Teoscar Hernandez are not great defenders. The player […]

The New York Mets sent shockwaves across the baseball universe with a huge, huge, huge win in MLB free agency. By landing Juan Soto, the National League East franchise got the most-coveted free agent in the market. Of course, luring the Dominican superstar to Queens comes at a massive financial price. The Mets have committed […]

The Toronto Blue Jays were players for the big free agent two years in a row. And two years in a row, they have been the bridesmaid and not the bride. Juan Soto kickstarted the offseason by signing with the New York Mets, spurning the Blue Jays just like Shohei Ohtani. Now, it is time […]

The San Francisco Giants made waves this offseason by signing shortstop Willy Adames to a franchise-record seven-year, $182 million contract. With this move, the Giants secured the best shortstop on the free-agent market and a player who can immediately elevate their lineup. This deal isn’t just a splash; it’s a statement that the Giants are […]

Major League Baseball is a sport steeped in tradition, strategy, and nuance. Over its storied history, the balance between preserving its roots and evolving with modern demands has been a constant struggle. However, some ideas are so ill-conceived that they threaten to undermine the essence of the game entirely. Enter Rob Manfred’s latest misstep: the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers continue to position themselves as a perennial powerhouse in Major League Baseball. Fresh off signing ace Blake Snell to a five-year, $182 million deal and celebrating another World Series title, the Dodgers have doubled down on their roster construction by securing Tommy Edman on a five-year, $74 million contract. The deal […]

As the bidding for superstar outfielder Juan Soto reportedly escalates above $700 million, a few teams still remain in the hunt. Both New York teams, the Yankees and Mets, currently have the biggest offers on the table. The Boston Red Sox, Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers are behind them but still very much […]

MLB free agency has been a slow trickle of moves leading up to the Winter Meetings. A recent ESPN report indicated that Juan Soto will sign somewhere before the meetings even begin. Everyone’s focus is on the generational outfielder, but more news could come out of Dallas next week. Why will Juan Soto end his […]

Manny Machado’s net worth in 2024 is $50 million. Machado is a star third baseman for the San Diego Padres. Ever since his debut in 2012, Machado has been one of the staple names of the sport. He has won multiple awards and is a six-time MLB All-Star. Machado signed a massive contract extension with […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have one of the most complete teams in Major League Baseball. Especially after signing two-time Cy Young award winner Blake Snell, the Dodgers have All-Stars and MVPs throughout their lineup and pitching staff. The only place that the Dodgers could look to improve, however, is their bullpen. At the same time, […]

As Alex Bregman prepares to enter free agency for the first time in his career, the two-time All-Star finds himself in a unique position. While he’s no longer the MVP-caliber player who mashed 41 home runs and posted a 1.015 OPS in 2019, Bregman remains a highly productive and consistent performer. With a 4.1 WAR, […]

Former Major League Baseball player Alex Rodriguez has a net worth of $350 million in 2024, however his attempt to purchase controlling ownership of the Minnesota Timberwolves along with billionaire Marc Lore has apparently fallen apart. While it may be a little surprising to see a former MLB player attempt to purchase an NBA team, […]

Losing Blake Snell to the division-rival Los Angeles Dodgers is a tough pill for the San Francisco Giants to swallow. After an inconsistent but ultimately dominant 2024 season, Snell signed a lucrative five-year, $182 million deal with the Dodgers, leaving the Giants scrambling to fill the void. While San Francisco boasts some intriguing arms in […]

The Boston Red Sox are expected to be one of the most active teams in the trade market this offseason. It has already been reported that they are interested in Chicago White Sox ace Garrett Crochet. With one of the top farm systems in baseball, proven young Major League-level talent and an aggressive front office, […]

MLB free agency is starting to heat up, and for the Boston Red Sox, this offseason is a prime opportunity for them to reemerge as a true playoff contender. After a couple years of limited spending and a lack of desire from ownership to invest in the team, an encouraging 2024 campaign that saw the […]

Grade: A++ Contract: 5 years, $182 million The Los Angeles Dodgers have cemented their offseason dominance by signing two-time Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell to a five-year, $182 million contract. This blockbuster deal, pending a physical, features no opt-out clauses, some deferred money, and a $52 million signing bonus, as reported by multiple sources. […]

Wherever Juan Soto ends up in free agency, he’s going to instantly make that team better. That applies to the Toronto Blue Jays, and there’s no point debating otherwise. That doesn’t mean the Blue Jays should go all-out to land the Yankees outfielder. Toronto has money to spend, and that’s why the club is in […]

J.T. Realmuto’s wife is Alexis Taylor. Realmuto is arguably the best catcher in MLB today. Because of his brilliance, there’s no question that the Philadelphia Phillies will be a team to watch in the National League in 2025 in Realmuto’s final year of his contract with them. It’s worth noting that Realmuto is a three-time […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers spent over $1 billion last offseason. Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto stole the headlines, but a smaller move also made a massive difference. After a rough season in Seattle, Teoscar Hernandez joined the team on on one-year deal. He was spectacular and will likely land a long-term deal this off-season. If […]

The Chicago White Sox just had the worst season in Major League Baseball history. At the trade deadline, they had the opportunity to deal their ace, Garrett Crochet. The lefty made a set of demands, including a new contract and no-bullpen guarantee, that scared teams off. After a solid second half, his value is still […]

The 2024 MLB season provided fans with two of the best individual seasons of all time. After becoming the first player with 50 home runs and 50 steals, Shohei Ohtani was a shoo-in to win the National League MVP. Likewise, Aaron Judge had one of the best seasons ever for a right-handed hitter, as he […]