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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 […]

Japanese free agent pitcher Roki Sasaki reportedly requested that no team include any of their own players in the recruiting visits for him, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today. Currently, Sasaki is back in Japan with his family, mulling over his decision, which has to come at some point between Jan. 15 and Jan. […]

The Milwaukee Brewers enter 2025 as the back-to-back defending NL Central champions. And Wide Miley is trying to get back on board for the three-peat. Miley is attempting to make a return for the 2025 campaign and is hoping to do so with the Milwaukee Brewers. While he is still rehabbing from Tommy John surgery, […]

The Texas Rangers signed Joc Pederson mainly for the firepower he possesses in his bat. But alongside his power stroke, Pederson is re-igniting an AL West rivalry upon his arrival in Texas. The Rangers landed Pederson on a two-year, $37 million contract. One of his first goals with the team is showing the Houston Astros […]

The Houston Astros have been aggressive throughout the offseason, trading away Kyle Tucker and signing Christian Walker. Now, the Astros have bolstered their bullpen with an ex-Arizona Diamondbacks hurler. Houston has signed Miguel Castro, via Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The terms of his agreement are not yet known. Castro dealt with shoulder […]

It appears that Boston Red Sox pitcher Garrett Whitlock is trending in the right direction in terms of his availability for the 2025 MLB season. On Monday, Boston chief baseball officer Craig Breslow said that Whitlock is expected to see action for at least most of the upcoming campaign, per Mac Cerullo of the Boston […]

The New York Yankees are linked to what feels like every talented MLB player most offseasons as the big-market club is known for making splashy moves. However, Nolan Arenado and Alex Bregman are two names that Yankee fans can forget about. New York isn’t interested in either player, via MLB Network insider Joel Sherman. "I […]

The Chicago Cubs have stayed plenty busy all offseason, trading for Kyle Tucker being their crown jewel thus far. As the Cubs look to continue building out their roster, a former Seattle Mariners utilityman has caught Chicago’s eye. The Cubs are showing serious interest in Josh Rojas, via Mark Feinsand of MLB.com. The Mariners decided […]

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 New York Mets made a strong push to sign All-Star outfielder Teoscar Hernández before he ultimately chose to re-sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers. According to Tim Healey of Newsday, the Mets offered Hernández a two-year contract earlier this week in their efforts to bolster the lineup around Juan Soto. However, the Dodgers secured […]

The Detroit Tigers are reportedly pursuing Alex Bregman with some legitimate urgency. Detroit is seeking an impact right-handed bat to balance their lineup. The Tigers recently signed Gleyber Torres to a one-year contract. But their search for right-handed balance in the lineup continues. And it may include outfielder Anthony Santander. The Tigers are interested in […]

The Washington Nationals are starting the new year with a familiar face, signing veteran first baseman Josh Bell to a one-year, $6 million contract. Jon Heyman of the New York Post first broke the news on Sunday night, tweeting, “Josh Bell to the Nationals. 6M deal.” For Nationals fans, this marks a reunion with a […]

The Detroit Tigers signed Gleyber Torres to a one-year contract on Saturday. The former New York Yankees infielder signed in Detroit to be their everyday second baseman. Moreover, he turned down multi-year contract offers in favor of a one-year pact with one of the American League’s best success stories in 2024. However, one of these […]

Corbin Burnes signed a massive six-year deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks in recent days, but there’s been a lot of speculation about how much other teams offered him. The San Francisco Giants reportedly didn’t offer more than Arizona did to Burnes, per the San Francisco Chronicle. The Giants, Toronto Blue Jays and Baltimore Orioles all […]

The MLB offseason is in full swing and trams are swinging deals left and right a they try to finalize their rosters for the 2025 season. Another trade went down on Monday when the Chicago Cubs sent first baseman Matt Mervis to the Miami Marlins in exchange for Vidal Bruján, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. […]

Aaron Judge is expanding his family. The New York Yankees captain is reportedly expecting his first child with his wife, Samantha Bracksieck. Judge and Bracksieck originally met in high school when they both attended Linden High School in California. Judge graduated from the school in 2010, and the couple attended Fresno State together. The couple […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have officially met with Roki Sasaki, the 23-year-old Japanese pitching sensation, further solidifying their status as frontrunners in one of the most anticipated free-agent pursuits this offseason. Sasaki’s visit makes the Dodgers the sixth MLB team to hold an in-person meeting with the phenom, joining the Yankees, Mets, Cubs, Giants, and […]

The Detroit Tigers are reportedly making “notable” progress in their pursuit of free-agent third baseman Alex Bregman. Talks have intensified recently, and the two sides are mutually interested. However, a gap in perceived value remains a sticking point. Despite the uncertainty, the Tigers appear determined to land the two-time All-Star and World Series champion. Bregman, […]

The San Francisco Giants are shifting their focus after falling short in their pursuit of top free-agent starter Corbin Burnes, who signed a six-year, $210 million contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks. With Burnes off the market, the Giants are reportedly focusing on other areas of need, including power-hitting first baseman Pete Alonso. Burnes, a former […]

The 2024 MLB season started on a turbulent note for Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani, as his interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, became the subject of a shocking investigation and was subsequently arrested and sentenced to prison. Though, in between that mind-blowing criminal case, Ohtani enjoyed some of the greatest moments of his young life. Now, […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks were recently able to sign pitcher Corbin Burnes, and it turns out they had a lot of competition for him this offseason. There were three other teams making strong overtures for the pitcher, per USA Today. The Baltimore Orioles, Toronto Blue Jays and San Francisco Giants all expressed interest in Burnes. The […]

One of the best starting pitchers in free agency this winter has officially found a new home. Former Baltimore Orioles ace Corbin Burnes has agreed to a six-year, $210 million contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks, according to MLB insider Jon Heyman. Burnes has an opt-out in his contract after two seasons, per Heyman. With this […]

The Detroit Tigers continued their momentum after surprisingly making it to Game 5 of the ALDS against the Cleveland Guardians last season, signing second baseman Gleyber Torres to a one-year, $15 million contract this offseason. That’ll shake up the infield, though, with incumbent second baseman Colt Keith moving to first base, which could potentially phase […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers failed to sign Juan Soto in MLB Free Agency this winter. Following that, rumors have circulated about the Dodgers’ interest in keeping Teoscar Hernandez around. They were not the only team involved in the sweepstakes, however. But in the end, the 2024 World Series champions got their man. The Dodgers and […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are approaching the 2025 season with an intriguing strategy that hinges on superstar Mookie Betts’s full-time transition to shortstop. Dodgers general manager Brandon Gomes confirmed this shift during the Winter Meetings, adding another dimension to their offseason roster construction. As Betts prepares for a pivotal move, the Dodgers are actively seeking […]

The Athletics are already bracing themselves for substantial change entering 2025, with Oakland now stripped from their current form of existence and a new, temporary home awaiting them in Sacramento. There will also be a shakeup in management, one that might be welcomed by a large chunk of the fan base. Dave Kaval, one of […]

After seven seasons, Gleyber Torres is no longer a member of the New York Yankees organization. The infielder signed a one-year, $15 million deal with the Detroit Tigers on Friday and will be their everyday second baseman in 2025. After officially joining the Tigers, Torres penned a heartfelt message to the Yankees, who called him […]

As the San Diego Padres navigate an offseason riddled with financial considerations and roster-building challenges, Dylan Cease’s name has surfaced in trade discussions.”The Padres might be more apt to trade Dylan Cease if they land Roki Sasaki,” the highly sought-after Japanese pitching phenom, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The Padres are […]

Several big name starting pitchers have already been on the move this offseason, and according to several rumors, the Seattle Mariners have been open to potentially trading their ace starting pitcher Luis Castillo. And while rumors have been swirling, to this point, Castillo has stayed put, although there are a handful of teams that are […]

The Detroit Tigers added another key piece to their roster on Friday, signing former New York Yankees infielder Gleyber Torres to a one-year, $15 million deal in free agency. Following the news, Tigers GM Scott Harris said Torres will slot in as the team’s everyday second baseman in 2025. Via Bob Nightengale: Gleyber Torres will […]

The chase for Japanese superstar pitcher Roki Sasaki has intensified, with several MLB teams granted meetings with the phenom. While both the New York Yankees and New York Mets made their pitches, the consensus remains that the West Coast powerhouses—the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres—are the favorites to land Sasaki. According to reports, […]

Right-handed pitcher Nick Pivetta has been a hot name in free agency, with the Cincinnati Reds and Toronto Blue Jays reportedly showing interest in the former Boston Red Sox starter. Both teams have been connected to the 31-year-old, but there are hurdles to clear before any deal materializes, according to Jon Heyman of the New […]

The MLB offseason has already produced a handful of big moves, but there are still some great options available on the market for teams to scoop up. One of them came off the board on Friday morning, though, as Gleyber Torres ended up signing with the Detroit Tigers after the New York Yankees let him […]

The New York Yankees have a need in the infield, specifically at second or third base, and many are wondering if Alex Bregman is on the team’s radar. He is the best player remaining on the market, but it seems that the team is not looking to sign the free agent. “Yankees people love Alex […]

The tense exchange between Mookie Betts and a group of overzealous New York Yankees fans during Game 4 of the World Series had the potential to escalate even further. The Los Angeles Dodgers star recently shared that he had briefly considered responding to the fan interference with force. Mookie Betts, reflecting on an encounter with […]

Free agent right-handed pitcher Corbin Burnes continues to be the most coveted player on the market. He has been heavily linked to the San Francisco Giants and the Toronto Blue Jays as the two most probable destinations. While San Francisco has made an offer, sources suggest the Giants are growing impatient, leading them to explore […]

The New York Mets have been quiet since signing superstar outfielder Juan Soto to the biggest contract of all time a couple of weeks ago. They brought back starting pitcher Sean Manaea on a three-year deal, but for the most part it’s been business as usual. As the team continues to negotiate with first baseman […]

The Washington Nationals stagnated last season, posting the exact same record they did in 2023 (71-91). Fans are still optimistic about the young talent that populates the roster, but a veteran bat could help nudge the rebuild along. President of baseball operations Mike Rizzo identified Gleyber Torres as a player to fill that role, but […]

As CC Sabathia awaits the results of his first appearance on the Baseball Writers’ Association of America (BBWAA) Hall of Fame ballot in 2025, the former pitcher has made one thing abundantly clear: he will represent the New York Yankees if enshrined in Cooperstown. “Absolutely,” the 44-year-old said without hesitation when asked about his Hall […]