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The St. Louis Cardinals have a mindset to step up in the National League Central next season. After three years where they failed to gain a spot in the postseason, they are determined to improve their baseball team in any way that president of baseball operations Chaim Bloom can manage. That means making several moves […]

The New York Yankees finalized a one-year, $4.5 million contract with Clarke Schmidt on Friday, keeping the right-hander with the team for the 2026 season while avoiding arbitration (h/t MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand). The 29-year-old will enter his seventh Major League season with the Yankees, having spent his entire six-year career in the Bronx. Schmidt was […]

After finishing the 2025 season with a disappointing 75-87 record, the Baltimore Orioles hope to improve the roster for next year. With the common belief being that the club needs to improve the pitching rotation, it appears the front office is at least finding ways to maintain the bullpen by re-signing Felix Bautista. Reports indicate […]

The New York Mets avoided arbitration with Tyrone Taylor by agreeing to a one-year, $3.8 million contract on Friday, per MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand. The 31-year-old arrived in Queens after a December 2023 trade with the Milwaukee Brewers, and his multi-position outfield work has given the Mets valuable coverage over the past two seasons. In 2025, […]

The Los Angeles Angels are seemingly trying to obtain a strong pitching identity, hiring former catcher Kurt Suzuki to be their manager, bringing in World Series-winning pitching coach Mike Maddux and trading slugging outfielder Taylor Ward to the Baltimore Orioles for promising right-hander Grayson Rodriguez. However, this squad still has plenty of offensive issues that […]

Teams around the league are making roster moves right now as MLB free agency begins. On Friday, it appears the St. Louis Cardinals might be making some big pitching changes after letting three pitchers walk. Reports indicate that the front office decided not to tender the contracts of pitchers Jorge Alcala, John King, and Sem […]

The New York Mets reached the NLCS in 2024 before losing to the eventual champion Los Angeles Dodgers 4-2. New York expected to once again contend for a title in 2025 after signing Juan Soto in free agency. But the Mets missed the playoffs in a disappointing season. Now New York faces several key roster […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks are entering a peculiar offseason after a regular season marred by injury. But before making any serious decisions, the Diamondbacks made sure their catching depth was in place. Arizona has signed James McCann to a one-year contract, via Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. He will make $2.75 million with a potential $500,000 […]

After being eliminated in the MLB Playoffs in the ALDS by the Seattle Mariners, the Detroit Tigers are aiming to improve the roster for next season. The front office has plenty of decisions to make to adjust the roster. On Friday, the club made an under-the-radar signing with one of its veteran outfielders. Reports indicate […]

The San Francisco Giants are sure to make plenty of changes to their roster as Tony Vitello takes over as manager. On Friday, they added a new outfielder via trade before designating a catcher for assignment. The Giants acquired outfielder Joey Wiemer from the Miami Marlins for cash considerations, via Susan Slusser of the San […]

The Los Angeles Angels started their offseason with a surprising trade, acquiring Grayson Rodriguez from the Baltimore Orioles for Taylor Ward. Perhaps the only thing more shocking was Rodriguez’s recent revelation. The right-hander dealt with numerous injuries throughout his Orioles career. And yet, the Angels didn’t have him take a physical before agreeing to the […]

The Milwaukee Brewers enter the offseason with plenty of decisions to make. When it comes to bringing back an underrated batter, the Brewers opted in. Milwaukee has signed first baseman/outfielder Jake Bauers to a one-year contract, avoiding arbitration, the team announced. He will make $2.7 million, via Jon Heyman of The New York Post. Bauers […]

The Atlanta Braves made a significant trade on Thursday, sending out starting shortstop Nick Allen for utilityman Mauricio Dubon. It opens up a need for them at shortstop, but Dubon has already been given a vote of confidence by the organization. The Braves signed Mauricio Dubon to a one-year, $6.1 million deal, per New York […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have won three of the last six World Series, so their front office is highly sought after. Meanwhile, owner Mark Walter is in the process of buying the Los Angeles Lakers from Jeanie Buss. So Walter called on two of his trusted confidants to advise the basketball crew. Dodgers executives Andrew […]

The Texas Rangers have had two disappointing seasons since winning the 2023 World Series. Amid reported attempts to slash payroll after missing the playoffs, there have been trade rumors surrounding the club. Rangers reporter Evan Grant recently floated a potential Corey Seager trade, which sent every other fanbase into a frenzy. But team broadcaster Jared […]

The New York Mets didn’t just miss the playoffs this year — they crashed out in a way fans won’t forget anytime soon, and many believe the bullpen played a major role in that collapse. Now the scrutiny grows louder as Carlos Mendoza comes under fire following blistering comments from former Mets reliever Adam Ottavino. […]

Tropicana Field is not the home that many fans want for their beloved Tampa Bay Rays, but it is home nonetheless. Following a year spent hosting games in George M. Steinbrenner Field, the American League East club is set to return to The Trop for the start of the 2026 MLB campaign. The team revealed […]

As teams look for an ace in free agency, there are a few players in the upper echelon of starting pitchers available. Amongst the bunch, long-time Houston Astros star Framber Valdez is considered the best. He has tough competition from San Diego Padres standout Dylan Cease. Franchises won’t complain if they’re able to land either […]

The Toronto Blue Jays were painfully close to winning the World Series in 2025. After losing to the Los Angeles Dodgers, they should be big players in the offseason. Previously, they put their hats in the ring but did not win the chases for the biggest names. Now, the Blue Jays should bid for home-run […]

While the New York Mets prepare for a pivotal 2025 MLB offseason, Juan Soto is grabbing headlines with a viral story packed with baseball nostalgia. In a now-viral clip, Soto recalls a jaw-dropping teenage tryout that included himself, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and Fernando Tatis Jr. The anecdote highlights a rare moment in time—when three future […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are riding high this 2025 MLB offseason after securing back-to-back World Series titles, and star shortstop Mookie Betts shared a heartfelt message that captured his deep connection with the city. The eight-time MLB All-Star, who will have spent more time with the club than with the Boston Red Sox once the […]

It’s been 16 seasons since the New York Yankees captured their 27th World Series trophy. While that number is still the most in MLB history, it’s been quite a while since the Yankees were a true threat in the postseason. 2024’s trip to the Fall Classic was New York’s first since defeating the Philadelphia Phillies […]

As the MLB free agency period heats up, a couple of intriguing options from Japan have hit the market. Per ESPN’s Jeff Passan via X, formerly Twitter, Japanese first baseman Kazuma “Kaz” Okamoto and his countrymen, starting pitcher Kona Takahashi, have been posted by the Nippon Professional Baseball league, Japan’s top baseball league. “First baseman […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates have made one of their first notable moves of the MLB offseason, agreeing to a one-year, $1.25 million contract with outfielder Jack Suwinski to avoid arbitration. The agreement ensures Suwinski remains in Pittsburgh while finalizing one of the organization’s most uncertain roster decisions ahead of Friday’s non-tender deadline. “Sources: Jack Suwinski and […]

The MLB offseason has already brought intrigue to the Detroit Tigers, whose early free agency strategy has sparked debate about their long-term plans for ace pitcher Tarik Skubal. The back-to-back AL Cy Young Award winner enters his final arbitration year, making his future a major storyline in the 2025 MLB offseason. Meanwhile, the Tigers’ reported […]

There is little doubt that Kyle Schwarber is one of the most valuable free agents to hit the market this year. He has been a dynamic player for the Philadelphia Phillies for the last four seasons, and he has been immensely productive. Schwarber has played outfield at several points in his career, but the 32-year-old […]

The Detroit Tigers enter the 2025 MLB offseason facing mounting speculation about the future of their ace, Tarik Skubal. With his contract nearing its final year and trade rumors swirling, the discussion surrounding the club’s next move only intensified after a new report from The New York Post’s Jon Heyman Wednesday. B/R Walk-Off took to […]

With the MLB offseason officially underway, there are quite a few teams interested in the status of Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal. The back-to-back AL Cy Young Award winner is in the market for a new contract. Most rumors have the Tigers trading Skubal for a boatload of young talent instead of inking him to […]

Tarik Skubal had a big season for the Detroit Tigers this past season, and he proved he was the best pitcher in the AL by winning his second consecutive Cy Young Award. Unfortunately, his name is still being brought up in trade rumors, and Skubal has heard the noise. Skubal was recently on Foul Territory, […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks are already rumored to be interested in potentially signing Lucas Giolito in free agency. Especially after Zac Gallen declined his qualifying offer to become a free agent. Now, it appears the rumor mill suggests the front office might be aiming to bring Gallen and former starting pitcher Merrill Kelly back to the […]

The first major trade of the MLB offseason occurred on Tuesday night, as the Los Angeles Angels sent outfielder Taylor Ward to the Baltimore Orioles for starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez. As both teams look to put a disappointing 2025 behind them, Ward and Rodriguez are prepared to travel to their new homes. After the deal, […]

Despite coming off a down season with the New York Yankees, relief pitcher Devin Williams is highly coveted in free agency. As Tony Vitello takes over his new role as San Francisco Giants manager, he could be bringing Williams along with him. The Giants will have competition from teams such as the Boston Red Sox, […]

After another disappointing season in 2025, the Los Angeles Angels have a new manager in Kurt Suzuki. Although the former big-league catcher is signed to just a one-year deal, respected veteran pitching coach Mike Maddux elected to join him at Angel Stadium. The presence of Maddux is one major reason why new starting pitcher Grayson […]

Back in early 2020, the Boston Red Sox traded away superstar Mookie Betts to the Los Angeles Dodgers. This move will go down as one of the more lopsided trades in the history of MLB. The Los Angeles Dodgers have won three titles with Betts for his fourth in his career. The return package did […]

The Los Angeles Angels made an eye-opening trade to open their offseason, acquiring right-hander Grayson Rodriguez from the Baltimore Orioles. While he has shown flashes of potential, injuries have ultimately cast a grey cloud over Rodriguez’s MLB career. But as prepares to start anew with the Angels, Rodriguez claims he is now fully healthy. After […]

With Zac Gallen declining his qualifying offer and becoming a free agent, it appears the Arizona Diamondbacks might be in the market for a new pitcher. From the sounds of it, the franchise could pursue Lucas Giolito in free agency, with Gallen’s future with the organization up in the air. Giolito, who played 26 games […]

The Seattle Mariners opened MLB Free Agency with a bold move by locking in Josh Naylor on a five-year deal and sending a message about their intent after an ALCS run that fell one win short. But even with that momentum, another decision now defines the Mariners free agency picture. The Mariners front office wants […]

The San Francisco Giants stepped back into the MLB Free Agency spotlight this week as insider Jon Morosi linked the Giants to rising Japanese star Tatsuya Imai, setting off the first real spark of the offseason. The early chatter around a possible Giants pursuit of Imai gained weight when Morosi doubled down on the fit, […]

On the surface, Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz put together another standout All-Star campaign in 2025. However, the fact he was battling through a series injury makes his performance even more admirable. President of baseball operations confirmed that De La Cruz played with a left squad strain throughout the 2025 campaign. While there […]