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Free-agent right-hander Michael King has narrowed his search for a new team to three American League East clubs: the New York Yankees, Boston Red Sox, and Baltimore Orioles, according to a report from Peter Abraham of The Boston Globe. The 30-year-old Rhode Island native and Boston College alum is reportedly hoping to decide on his […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks got part of the band back together when they signed Merrill Kelly to two-year, $40 million contract. However, teammate Ketel Marte has seen his name continuously come up in trade rumors. While signing Kelly shows the Diamondbacks are still trying to compete, Marte’s status remains unchanged. Arizona may look at different types […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks nearly made a late push to the postseason in 2025, and now they are gearing up to get back to playing October baseball once again next season. On Sunday, the Diamondbacks agreed to a two-year, $40 million contract with starting pitcher Merrill Kelly, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. It will […]

The New York Mets face a critical offseason after failing to reach the playoffs in 2025. New York was expected to build on a successful 2024 campaign, when the team made a surprise run to the NLCS. With the addition of Juan Soto, the Mets had World Series aspirations. But the club never really gelled. […]

The St. Louis Cardinals are in rebuilding mode after missing the playoffs for the third straight year in 2025. The team is looking to move several players this offseason, including Nolan Arenado and Willson Contreras. However, the Cardinals’ most coveted trade target, and therefore the team’s most valuable asset, is Brendan Donovan. The 28-year-old utility […]

The Boston Red Sox went to the Winter Meetings with their fans hoping that they could get Kyle Schwarber of the Philadelphia Phillies or Pete Alonso of the Mets. The team was looking for a power bat in the middle of the lineup, but they failed to sign either one. Schwarber stayed with the Phillies […]

The Kansas City Royals and Milwaukee Brewers agreed on a trade on Saturday. It’s a two-for-one player deal, as Kansas City is adding two players to its roster while Milwaukee gets one. Reports indicate that the Brewers are sending outfielder Isaac Collins and relief pitcher Nick Mears to the Royals in exchange for reliever Angel […]

The Cincinnati Reds showed significant progress last year in their first year with manager Terry Francona at the helm. The Reds proved to be a scrappy team that finished 3rd in the National League Central behind the Milwaukee Brewers and the Chicago Cubs. The Reds finished with an 83-79 record and earned a spot in […]

Rumors are heating up about outfielder Luis Robert Jr., as it sounds like several teams are potentially interested in trading for the Chicago White Sox star. One of those teams includes the New York Mets, but the club could have some competition in trade negotiations. There is speculation that the Mets, along with the San […]

The St. Louis Cardinals agreed to a one-year contract with right-handed pitcher Dustin May, pending a physical. It is St. Louis first impactful free-agent acquisition of the Chaim Bloom era as the club continues its rebuild heading into the 2026 season. May was one of the youngest free agents available and attracted interest across the […]

While fans in Los Angeles have been bugging the praises of Edwin Diaz like they’re Timmy Trumpet, the Dodgers have continued to do work on their roster heading into 2026. From claiming utility fielder Michael Siani off waivers to poking around the big players left on the open market, the Dodgers have been looking for […]

The Toronto Blue Jays signed Dylan Cease to a seven-year, $210 million contract in free agency. Adding him to the starting rotation gives the team a major boost in pitching, and it sounds like he is planning on focusing on one key area to improve his game for next season. If he can follow through […]

The San Diego Padres made the playoffs again last season, but there may be quite a bit of work for the organization to do in order to return to postseason baseball in 2026. In addition to playing in the same division as the back-to-back World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers, the Padres lost a key […]

The New York Mets are listening to trade offers for right-handed pitching prospect Jonah Tong, signaling a potential shift in offseason strategy as the club searches for proven major league help. Tong finished the 2025 season ranked as the organization’s fourth best prospect and is viewed across the league as a high ceiling arm with […]

The Detroit Tigers’ offseason will likely be defined by what they do or don’t do with two-time reigning Cy Young Tarik Skubal, but the front office must still focus on other areas of its roster. President of baseball operations Scott Harris seems particularly interested in fortifying the bullpen. Following the decision to re-sign Kyle Finnegan, […]

The New York Yankees have agreed to a one-year, $2.5 million reunion with veteran infielder Amed Rosario, as first reported by the YES Network’s Jack Curry. The move marks another smart roster decision as MLB free agency continues to unfold. Rosario returns to the Bronx after joining the club at last season’s trade deadline in […]

Trade rumors are surrounding Mason Miller and the San Diego Padres, as there is speculation that the organization is looking to shake things up with the roster. With interest continuing to build up for Miller, a new report possibly reveals what would intrigue San Diego enough to accept a deal. While several teams are reportedly […]

The New York Yankees remain active in the pitching market as persistent rumors continue to connect the club to a possible trade for Milwaukee Brewers veteran pitcher Freddy Peralta. With questions surrounding depth and durability in the Yankees pitching rotation, the front office is weighing short-term upside against long-term cost. That balance has placed Peralta […]

During this offseason, the Chicago Cubs are looking to strengthen their pitching staff. As it turns out, it is not just on the mound.  On Saturday, the Cubs announced they had hired former pitcher Tyler Zombro as their vice president of pitching, per Jeff Passan of ESPN. This comes after the Washington Nationals were pursuing […]

The New York Mets entered the 2025 MLB offseason searching for answers and found one in second baseman Jorge Polanco. The veteran infielder agreed to a two-year, $40 million contract, a move that ushers in the first major step of David Stearns’ 2026 plan. The signing came just days after the team lost slugger Pete […]

The Houston Astros traded for Carlos Correa in the middle of the 2025 season in a trade with the Minnesota Twins. With the campaign in the rear-view mirror, general manager Dana Brown reveals the void Correa filled by joining the team, despite Houston missing the playoffs. During a guest appearance on the “MLB Network,” Brown […]

The Chicago Cubs find themselves in a unique position heading into what could be a transformative offseason. While Tyler Glasnow remains firmly in Los Angeles, there is a legitimate chance he gets traded, so the Cubs must explore every avenue to bolster their rotation. A realistic trade proposal could position the Cubs as serious contenders […]

San Diego Padres star reliever Mason Miller has emerged as a trade candidate this offseason. According to an article by Ken Rosenthal, Dennis Lin and Will Sammon of The Athletic, Miller is among the players being discussed in a potential Padres’ trade with the New York Mets. “The teams are engaging, according to people briefed […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have positioned themselves at the center of an interesting trade conversation, with reports indicating the defending World Series champions are open to moving right-handed starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow. While the Dodgers have already secured back-to-back championships, their front office is exploring ways to bolster the roster even further. The New York […]

The Seattle Mariners’ loss became the New York Mets’ gain. On Saturday, it was announced that the Mets had officially signed infielder Jorge Polanco to a two-year, $40 million contract, per Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Recently, Polanco declined a $6 million player option with the Mariners, thus opening himself up to free agency. Plus, teams […]

The San Francisco Giants are looking to build a contending ball club. The team has been mired in mediocrity for the past few seasons. Signing a versatile star such as Cody Bellinger could help the Giants take a big step forward. While pitching may be a priority, Scott Boras — Bellinger’s agent — did reportedly […]

The Boston Red Sox find themselves at a crossroads this offseason with an opportunity to acquire one of baseball’s most dominant arms. Tyler Glasnow, the Los Angeles Dodgers’ ace, has emerged as a potential trade target as the team looks to shed payroll following their World Series championship run. With Glasnow earning $65 million over […]

The Atlanta Braves have a legitimate shot at the National League pennant next season, and adding a dominant frontline starter like Tyler Glasnow could position them as legitimate World Series contenders. The Los Angeles Dodgers, facing financial constraints and the need to retool their roster, may find a compelling offer from Atlanta worth considering. Glasnow’s […]

The Baltimore Orioles are no longer tempering expectations as the franchise pushes deeper into contention. Entering the heart of the 2025 MLB offseason, sweeping changes to the Orioles lineup—highlighted by recent comments from former GM and currently president of baseball operations Mike Elias and the blockbuster Pete Alonso signing—have reshaped how the organization and the […]

The Detroit Tigers have made waves this offseason by refusing to rule out trading star pitcher Tarik Skubal. Detroit is also involved though in pursuing free agents. Relief pitcher Kenley Jansen is on the team’s radar, per MassLive. “The relief market is moving. Kenley Jansen could be next to go. Tigers have been in pursuit,” […]

The MLB rumors around Munetaka Murakami are reaching a breaking point as the December 22 posting deadline closes in. The Boston Red Sox, Toronto Blue Jays, New York Mets, and Philadelphia Phillies all remain firmly in the mix, with no clear favorite emerging. Time is now the loudest voice in the room. Front offices feel […]

The Atlanta Braves are trying to rebuild after a very disappointing 2025 season. While the Braves have been mentioned to want pitching this offseason, a new report sheds light on Atlanta’s search for hitting. The Braves are linked to free agent Bo Bichette, per MLB.com. “If they are going to make any move, it would […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks weighed trading Ketel Marte after a disappointing season, and the silence did not last. Rumors are now roaring as a possible move storms into MLB Free Agency, with Tampa Bay Rays suddenly at the center of it all. This is no longer background chatter. It is loud. It is deliberate. And it […]

The Baltimore Orioles stole the spotlight from the Los Angeles Dodgers at the 2025 MLB Winter Meetings, and that contrast says everything about how far the franchise has come. Los Angeles still had a strong showing, signing elite closer Edwin Diaz to address its most obvious weakness and reinforce a roster chasing a third consecutive […]

The New York Mets entered the offseason determined to bounce back from a disappointing 2025 campaign. Despite a massive payroll and the addition of superstar right fielder Juan Soto, New York failed to reach the playoffs. Now the Mets turn their attention to free agency. With Steve Cohen’s blessing, New York’s President of Baseball Operations […]

To give their pitching staff extra depth, the Texas Rangers have signed relievers Alexis Diaz and Tyler Alexander to one-year deals. These signings arrive amid a broader overhaul of the bullpen, which saw multiple key arms, including Phil Maton, Chris Martin, Jacob Webb, Hoby Milner, and Danny Coulombe, depart via free agency. Diaz, 29, is […]

The Texas Rangers missed the playoffs for the second straight year in 2025. Texas hasn’t returned to the postseason since its surprise World Series victory in 2023. Last season, the Rangers went 81-81. The team parted ways with manager Bruce Bochy after the disappointing campaign, replacing him with Skip Schumaker. Texas began the offseason by […]

On the same day the Toronto Blue Jays signed reliever Tyler Rogers to a $37 million deal, they added one more arm to the bullpen. After talking with the Detroit Tigers, the Blue Jays acquired right-handed reliever Chase Lee in a trade, per Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.  Additionally, they sent over a young prospect, […]

The Toronto Blue Jays reached the World Series last season for the first time in 32 years. And after a heartbreaking loss to the Dodgers, Toronto has turned to free agency to bolster the roster for another deep playoff run in 2026. The Blue Jays have been linked to nearly every high-profile free agent available […]