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There is a horrifying imbalance in MLB payroll rankings, and while few teams can actually spend what the insatiable Los Angeles Dodgers can, there is still an onus on the small-market ballclubs to invest in their product. The Cincinnati Reds have failed their fans to this point of the offseason. While it was nice to […]

The Washington Nationals continue reshaping their pitching staff as the organization searches for stability and upside ahead of the 2026 season. With minor league signing activity picking up, the latest move reflects an ongoing emphasis on competition, depth, and low-risk roster flexibility. Bullpen depth remains a priority after a difficult 2025 campaign. The Nationals signed […]

The Chicago Cubs organization hosted a reunion for the 2016 team that won the World Series. Several players showed up to the event to celebrate the historic championship win. However, Kris Bryant was noticeably absent, and a report claimed that his current team, the Colorado Rockies, didn’t allow him to attend the Cubs’ 10-year reunion. […]

The Chicago Cubs received meaningful news this weekend as the club continues shaping its pitching plans for the 2026 season. With an encouraging injury update coming directly from pitcher Justin Steele, optimism has grown around the rotation as potential return timelines begin to take shape earlier than initially anticipated. Chicago gathered at CubsCon with several […]

The Chicago Cubs continue bridging past success with present ambition as the organization reflects on its defining championship moment. With the 2016 World Series serving as a benchmark, Jed Hoyer’s comments Saturday offered rare clarity into how that title came together and why the long-term plan behind it still guides decision-making today. Chicago gathered at […]

The Philadelphia Phillies’ offseason now pivots around the ripple effects of the New York Mets’ aggressive free agency strategy—an approach that increasingly shapes every major decision in the NL East. After re-signing J.T. Realmuto and losing Bo Bichette to the Mets, the Phillies face a moment demanding urgency, clarity, and conviction. Friday’s Stove League chaos […]

Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson made his MLB debut back in 2016. It’s difficult to believe that the former Atlanta Braves infielder is set to enter his 11th season and 10th full season in the big leagues. At 31 years old, Swanson still feels “as young as ever,” something he recently said via CHGO Cubs. […]

The Chicago Cubs recently signed third baseman Alex Bregman to a $175 million contract for five years. While bringing Bregman in for his talent was among the most obvious reasons to sign him, the 31-year-old’s leadership has also been a consistent subject of discussion. Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer recently commented on the […]

As the Los Angeles Dodgers won the Kyle Tucker sweepstakes, signing the star to a $240 million contract, the baseball world has been reacting in a myriad of ways, while some could say it’s been more of a negative response. While the Dodgers’ projected lineup with Tucker almost spells another World Series berth, many fans […]

The Toronto Blue Jays went all out to sign star outfielder Kyle Tucker this offseason, offering a huge 10-year, $350 million contract before he ultimately chose the Los Angeles Dodgers, who signed him to a 4-year, $240 million deal. MLB insider Jon Heyman revealed Toronto’s offer for building a team that can compete for championships […]

The Chicago Cubs’ offseason continues to draw attention across baseball as the organization firmly transitions into a win-now posture. With offseason moves reshaping expectations, Dansby Swanson’s reaction to the Alex Bregman signing offered rare insight into how the clubhouse views the team’s direction. Roster outlook discussions now center on alignment between players and leadership. The […]

With the Tampa Bay Rays making trades in what will be a crucial offseason for the ball club, the team’s name has been involved in some pursuits, with the latest one revealed. While the Rays will continue to make trades to bolster their team, one deal that could have been made was for catcher J.T. […]

The Major League Baseball world was given a jolt when it was announced Kyle Tucker was signing a huge contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Following that signing, a radio show in Atlanta speculated that Ronald Acuna Jr.’s days are numbered with the Braves. Host Matt Chernoff of the Chuck and Chernoff show said that […]

The New York Mets were enduring a difficult offseason. They had lost all-time leading slugger Pete Alonso in free agency to the Baltimore Orioles, and they also said goodbye to Brandon Nimmo and Jeff McNeil. Nimmo was traded to the Texas Rangers for aging 2nd baseman Marcus Semien, while McNeil was sent to the Athletics […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are on top of the world. In October, they won their second consecutive World Series. This week, they scored big by signing free agent slugger Kyle Tucker to a $240 million deal. As a result, the Dodgers have one of the best lineups on paper. All one has to do is […]

The Kansas City Royals have made moves this offseason to try and jumpstart their offense. One of those changes includes literally shifting where the fences are located at their home stadium. Kansas City is also pursuing some bats ahead of the 2026 campaign with trade talks. A new report is throwing cold water on the […]

The Baltimore Orioles remain active in the pitching market as the organization continues shaping its roster for a sustained postseason push. With rotation questions lingering, Justin Verlander rumors have surfaced as the club evaluates veteran options amid a competitive free-agent landscape. Current pitching discussions reflect a front office balancing urgency with long-term caution. The Orioles […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers wasted no time clarifying their vision following the franchise-altering signing of superstar slugger Kyle Tucker. With the outfield effectively set for 2026, the move brought immediate clarity to Teoscar Hernandez’s role as the organization pushes toward a historic third consecutive championship. Subsequent roster adjustments reflect a front office intent on balancing […]

On Friday night, the Philadelphia Phillies, fresh off missing out on Bo Bichette in free agency, finalized a three-year, $45 million agreement with JT Realmuto to keep the 34-year-old catcher in the City of Brotherly Love. The reception to Realmuto’s new contract is mixed, with some believing that they had to pony up to keep […]

All the best free agents are flying off the market real quick after Kyle Tucker’s bombshell decision to sign a four-year, $240 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Those who missed out on Tucker, such as the New York Mets, had to pivot quickly, and they did — with the Mets signing Bo Bichette […]

The Cincinnati Reds have a nice young core that was good enough to get them into the postseason in 2025, and they are hoping to further build on that. And the Reds could not ask for a better player to build their roster around than superstar Elly De La Cruz, the electric shortstop who’s been […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks recently acquired veteran third baseman Nolan Arenado in a trade with the St. Louis Cardinals. While he isn’t the same player he once was, the Arenado trade provides Arizona with a quality veteran ball player. On Thursday, the Cardinals made another move, as they announced the signing of right-handed relief pitcher Taylor […]

The New York Mets made a splash in free agency by signing Bo Bichette on a three-year, $126 million contract. Upon acquiring the star infielder, it appears that one Insider believes the club should now pursue and steal Cody Bellinger away from the New York Yankees. During a segment on the MLB Network, former catcher […]

The New York Mets agreed to a three-year, $126 million contract with infielder Bo Bichette on Friday morning, a deal that carries an average annual value of $42 million. The contract, tied for the sixth-highest AAV in Major League Baseball history, includes opt-outs after each of the first two seasons and contains no deferred money. […]

JT Realmuto recently signed a three-year, $45 million contract to return to the Philadelphia Phillies. The longtime catcher potentially had other suitors, but Philly was seemingly the place for him. One of the other possible suitors, though, is rumored have been the Boston Red Sox. Reports indicate that the Red Sox spoke and stayed in […]

When a team narrowly misses out on a big-name free agent, some fans believe it is best to take a little time for a regrouping period before throwing money at another player. A scorned organization is not always ideal for doing business. Well, the Philadelphia Phillies had no interest in waiting to make a move […]

When news broke that the Los Angeles Dodgers had secured the services of the premier free agent in the 2026 class, Kyle Tucker, to a new four-year, $240 million contract, it divided the MLB world. For Dodgers fans, this was a major win, instantly upgrading their outfield with an elite supporting player at $60 million […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have done it again, outbidding the competition to add another superstar as they attempt to three-peat as World Series champs. Los Angeles signed Kyle Tucker to a four-year, $240 million deal on Thursday, trumping the New York Mets’ measly offer of four years and $220 million. The Mets would have made […]

The Minnesota Twins are hoping to get back to the postseason. This is a ball club that has shown flashes of elite play for stretches during a season, but can’t seem to make a splash in the playoffs. As expected, it has been a quiet offseason for the Twins. They sold off a lot of […]

The Philadelphia Phillies re-signed JT Realmuto to a three-year, $45 million contract on Friday. The move came after the New York Mets signed Bo Bichette to a three-year, $126 million deal. Philadelphia was connected to Bichette before the infielder chose the Mets. However, the Phillies were reportedly discussing a long-term deal with him, something former […]

The Los Angeles Angels traded for Josh Lowe from the Tampa Bay Rays in a three-team deal that included the Cincinnati Reds. It was a move that should help improve L.A.’s outfield for the 2026 season. On Friday, general manager Perry Minasian revealed the potential role Lowe will play on the team. Despite Lower typically […]

The New York Mets and star infielder Bo Bichette agreed to a $126 million contract on Friday. A shortstop with the Toronto Blue Jays, Bichette is expected to play third base with the Mets. Following the move, New York added another infielder. The Mets claimed Tsung-Che Cheng off waivers from the Tampa Bay Rays, the […]

The New York Mets are trying to keep up with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Only a few teams in the National League will have an opportunity to keep up with the team from Hollywood. The Mets, Philadelphia Phillies, Chicago Cubs, Milwaukee Brewers, and San Diego Padres have the talent, but will anyone prevent the Dodgers […]

Out of all the MLB teams racking up big-time free agents, the Cincinnati Reds aren’t one of them. They may have signed reliever Pierce Johnson, but he is not Kyle Tucker. The Reds did get left-handed reliever Brock Burke as part of a three-way trade, but it’s still not a marquee name. However, manager Terry […]

The New York Mets did not get Kyle Tucker as the outfielder chose the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Mets then pivoted to Bo Bichette, and the infielder agreed on a three-year contract. Bichette heads to a crowded infield, but the idea is that he will be the new third baseman. It will be interesting to […]

The New York Mets and infielder Bo Bichette reportedly agreed to a $126 million contract for three years on Friday. The move comes after Bichette was linked to the Philadelphia Phillies. Bichette is expected to play third base with the Mets — a surprising development since he’s never played a single game at the hot […]

The 2026 World Baseball Classic is less than two months away. Team USA will aim for revenge over Japan after they beat them in the final during the last WBC games. Team USA will be in Group B, taking on Mexico, Great Britain, Italy, and Brazil. Mexico will be the only real challenge in this […]

The Philadelphia Phillies entered MLB free agency with their sights set on former Toronto Blue Jays star Bo Bichette. Philadelphia had reportedly agreed to Bichette’s request for a seven-year, $200 million contract. Despite that deal seeming to be in place, Bichette opted for a different offer from the New York Mets. It did not take […]

The Detroit Tigers have a flurry of decisions to make this offseason, as they prepare to defend their AL Central Division title. But there are so many trade rumors regarding Tarik Skubal. It makes many baseball fans believe he might be the obvious player the Tigers must trade in the offseason. But there is another […]