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Lately, the Seattle Mariners have apparently been looking to acquire Ketel Marte in a trade. However, there is at least one reason why they would be reluctant to move forward with the trade.  On Monday, it was reported that the Mariners are banking on 22-year-old infielder Cole Young, per Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of […]

As things presently stand, Ketel Marte is still a member of the Arizona Diamondbacks, even if his current employer would love to ship the second baseman to a team like the Atlanta Braves for rebuilding pieces for the future. On paper, the Braves are the kind of team that would like to bring in a […]

The year 2025 will go down in history as the year sports betting became scandalized. Not that that didn’t happen before, because it did, but this year upped the ante on so many levels. First, it began with Chanuncy Billups and Terry Rozier of the NBA, who were indicted on federal charges of illegal gambling […]

The Baltimore Orioles could see one of their newest stars take the international stage prior to the 2026 MLB season, as first baseman Pete Alonso has made his interest in joining Team USA for the 2026 World Baseball Classic clear. Alonso recently signed a five-year, $155 million contract that runs through the 2030 season, positioning […]

The Seattle Mariners were focused on becoming more balanced last season, and the result of that plan was the franchise’s first trip to the American League Championship Series in 25 years. The organization has been forced to make more adjustments in the offseason, as it tries to figure out how to finish the job in […]

The Chicago White Sox made one of the more surprising moves of the offseason, signing Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami to a two-year, $34 million contract. Before he dons his White Sox jersey, Murakami will be looking to add more hardware to his trophy case. The newest White Sox will be playing for Team Japan in […]

It’s been a tumultuous 2025 offseason for the New York Mets, who first saw star closer Edwin Diaz depart in free agency to the Los Angeles Dodgers before watching Pete Alonso walk out the door and join the Baltimore Orioles. This all comes after a disaster of a 2025 season for the Mets in which […]

Many people consider two-time reigning American League Cy Young Tarik Skubal to be the best pitcher in MLB today, but the expectation is that Pittsburgh Pirates phenom Paul Skenes will soon occupy the throne. Some believe he already deserves the crown after posting a 1.96 ERA, 0.948 WHIP and 386 strikeouts through 320 2/3 innings. […]

Over the last several days, the Chicago White Sox worked diligently to secure Japan’s Munetaka Murakami. It worked to perfection as they signed Murakami to a $34 million contract. On Monday, Mune was front and center for his first official press conference and, in the process, garnered a few laughs. When thanking the White Sox […]

Chicago Cubs fans are still waiting for president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer to make a big move this offseason, but the organization shored up its catching depth on Monday afternoon. Old friend Christian Bethancourt is returning to the team after agreeing to a contract that will pay him $1.6 million if he makes his […]

The San Diego Padres have emerged as a sleeping giant in the National League West, quietly assembling a roster capable of challenging for a Wild Card spot and potentially more. With their recent trade deadline acquisitions and farm system improvements, the Padres front office appears ready to make a splash in the 2025 offseason. One […]

It is rare to see blockbuster trades between American League East rivals, but the 2025 offseason presents a unique set of circumstances that could force the New York Yankees and Toronto Blue Jays to the negotiating table. After a 2025 campaign where Jazz Chisholm Jr. electrified the Bronx with a historic 30-30 season, his value […]

The New York Yankees’ willingness to explore trade options for All-Star infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. has opened an intriguing dialogue across the league. With Brian Cashman indicating openness to proposals, the Los Angeles Angels are uniquely positioned to capitalize on this opportunity by offering a package centered on three promising assets: Taylor Ward, Talon Haley, […]

After losing players such as closer Edwin Diaz and first baseman Pete Alonso, the New York Mets are hoping to make an impactful addition or two before the end of the offseason. According to Will Sammon of The Athletic, free agent outfielder Cody Bellinger could be a perfect fit for the right amount of years. […]

Jazz Chisholm Jr. has evolved into one of baseball’s most electric talents. His 2025 season was nothing short of spectacular—a .242 batting average, 31 home runs, and 31 stolen bases marked his second All-Star selection, demonstrating a rare power-speed combination that transforms any lineup. Yet for the New York Yankees, keeping Chisholm long-term presents a […]

The Atlanta Braves have a genuine opportunity to address their infield depth during the off-season, and the New York Yankees could be presented with an enticing package that addresses some of their rotation needs heading into 2026. Trading for Jazz Chisholm Jr. makes tactical sense for Atlanta’s franchise trajectory, particularly when they can offer a […]

The Boston Red Sox have made their first addition to the lineup with first baseman Willson Contreras. Sonny Gray has joined the team as well, both in seperate trades from the St Louis Cardinals. But after a bounce-back 2025 campaign, The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal says they cannot be done. Rosenthal says that the Red Sox […]

The Boston Red Sox and St Louis Cardinals connected on a trade Sunday that included first baseman Willson Contreras. The veteran heads to Beantown, with young pitcher Hunter Dobbins heading to St Louis. Chaim Bloom is taking over the rebuild in St Louis and is already making deals with his former team. How did the […]

The Boston Red Sox were expected to go big-name hunting this offseason, and on Sunday, they pulled off a trade for veteran slugger Willson Contreras. Contreras did have 20 home runs and 80 runs batted in on an OPS of .791, and he’s bringing in more leadership and power production for a Red Sox team […]

After a disappointing exit in the AL Wild Card at the hands of the New York Yankees, the Boston Red Sox continued an aggressive offseason by completing a trade with the St. Louis Cardinals involving Willson Contreras as MLB Free Agency continues to shape roster decisions. ESPN’s Jeff Passan reports that the Red Sox and […]

The San Francisco Giants’ search for a second baseman has heated up, and one name makes perfect sense both on paper and in spirit — Chicago Cubs star Nico Hoerner. The Bay Area native, Stanford product, and two-time Gold Glove winner would give the Giants the high-contact, high-IQ presence they’ve lacked in the middle infield […]

The Chicago White Sox have already made one move on Sunday that has shaken the MLB landscape. Fresh off signing Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami to a two-year deal, the White Sox could be closing in on a potential Luis Robert Jr. trade. According to MLB insider Bob Nightengale via X, formerly Twitter, the rebuilding club […]

The Chicago White Sox just grabbed one of the biggest international baseball players. Chicago signed Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami to a two-year deal Sunday, per ESPN. The contract is worth $34 million and immediately gives the White Sox a stellar home-run hitter. “Murakami, 25, was arguably the most fascinating player to hit free agency this […]

This offseason, there have been Major League Baseball free agents signing big deals with teams for 2026. One free agent who is getting some interest right now is infielder Alex Bregman. The Toronto Blue Jays have been in touch with Bregman, per a report from The Athletic. “Team officials have been in recent contact with […]

The New York Yankees added pitching depth for the 2026 season by re-signing right-hander Paul Blackburn to a one-year contract on Saturday night, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The deal guarantees Blackburn $2 million, with performance incentives that can raise the total value to $2.5 million. He can earn an additional […]

The Chicago White Sox have emerged as a potential landing spot for Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami, just two days before his posting window closes. MLB.com reporters Mark Feinsand and Scott Merkin confirmed Saturday night that the South Side club is “among the teams currently engaged in talks” with the 25-year-old infielder, who spent the majority […]

The Philadelphia Phillies are hoping that the acquisition of right fielder Adolis Garcia will give the team one more substantial bat for the middle of their lineup in 2026. Garcia has spent his first six seasons with the Texas Rangers. He had a pair of 30-plus home run seasons in 2021 and 2023. He made […]

Detroit Tigers star pitcher Tarik Skubal has only one year remaining on his contract. Since he has yet to sign a contract extension with the team, trade rumors have swirled around Skubal throughout the offseason. Despite the plethora of rumors, Skubal is still enjoying his offseason after winning his second consecutive American League Cy Young […]

Amid questions about his future, fictional quarterback Frank Cushman, better known as “Cush,” replied to desperate sports agent Jerry Maguire with a few simple words. “I just want to play football.” Detroit Tigers superstar Tarik Skubal shares the same sentiment about baseball. Despite all the trade rumors swirling around his name, the two-time defending American […]

For the last three years, Stuart Fairchild has been a baseball journeyman. He’s played for the Arizona Diamondbacks, Seattle Mariners, San Francisco Giants, Atlanta Braves, Cincinnati Reds, and now the Cleveland Guardians. On Saturday, the young outfielder was signed to a minor league deal with a non-roster invite to spring training, per Tim Stebbins of […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates added a proven bullpen arm this offseason, and the rationale behind the move is becoming clearer. As the Pirates reshape their relief pitching group and assess the bullpen outlook, newly signed left-hander Gregory Soto shared what attracted him to Pittsburgh. The Pirates signed Soto to add durability and experience to a bullpen […]

The Baltimore Orioles reshaped their roster this offseason with a major addition, and questions quickly followed. After the signing of Pete Alonso, attention shifted to how the move impacts Coby Mayo and the broader roster outlook as the Orioles look ahead to the 2026 season. Baltimore committed five years and significant money to Alonso, solidifying […]

The Chicago Cubs received welcome news this weekend as optimism continues to build around the club’s pitching staff. As the Cubs monitor the health of their rotation, left-hander Justin Steele offered an encouraging glimpse into his recovery with a post that resonated with Chicago fans. The Cubs placed Steele on the injured list earlier in […]

The Baltimore Orioles continue reshaping their roster, and confidence inside the front office appears strong. As the organization evaluates its starting rotation and maps out offseason priorities, president of baseball operations Mike Elias made it clear he believes Shane Baz can anchor the staff. Baltimore acquired Baz in a significant trade aimed at stabilizing the […]

The Kansas City Royals continued shaping their future this offseason, and the signing of outfielder Lane Thomas quickly sparked discussion across the league. As the Royals look ahead to the 2026 season, Thomas offered an honest admission that helps explain why the partnership made sense for both sides. The Royals added Thomas with an eye […]

Indeed, the WNBA is at a crossroads with the ongoing CBA negotiations. The players are on one side advocating for an equal share of the revenue. Meanwhile, the league, led by commissioner Cathy Engelbert, is offering a salary increase, but not enough of the revenue share. As of now, negotiations remain alive and well. However, […]

The Los Angeles Angels are looking to reach the postseason for the first time since 2014. With uncertainty swirling around third baseman Anthony Rendon’s future in Anaheim, however, the Halos may be looking to bring in a new player to handle duties at the hot corner. According to a recent report, third baseman Nolan Arenado […]

With the offseason in full swing, the rumor mill is buzzing right now, as MLB teams make numerous roster moves to improve their rosters. The Chicago Cubs are the latest team to be involved with the rumors, as it sounds like at least one team is checking in on Nico Hoerner’s potential availability via trade. […]

With the Tampa Bay trading Shane Baz and Brandon Lowe recently, the team has been stockpiling prospect capital in a potential effort to acquire a big-name talent, with one player being linked is Arizona Diamondbacks star Ketel Marte. As rumors have swirled around the Rays and Marte, the latest batch of reporting suggests a potential […]