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The New York Mets pulled off the biggest move of the offseason when they secured the services of Juan Soto, signing him to a record-setting 15-year, $765 million contract in free agency that could be worth as much as $805 million. Soto’s contributions in 2024 were worth 8.1 WAR, and it helps that the Mets […]

The New York Yankees missed out on Juan Soto at the MLB Winter Meetings. And they have sought to bolster their roster ever since. The Yankees started this by trading for Cody Bellinger in a deal with the Chicago Cubs. Fans are awaiting their next big move. But on Friday night, they made a small […]

The Boston Red Sox may be simmering on the free agent market after failing to sign their top targets, Juan Soto and Max Fried. Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow pivoted and completed a trade with the Chicago White Sox for lefty Garrett Crochet. Acquiring Corbin Burnes seems unlikely following the Patrick Sandoval signing, and based […]

The New York Yankees were linked to first baseman Christian Walker before he agreed to a $60 million contract with the Houston Astros on Friday. The Yankees are now being mentioned as a possible suitor for Paul Goldschmidt or Carlos Santana. However, when it comes to Goldschmidt, they are reportedly facing competition from at least […]

The battle for Roki Sasaki, Japan’s pitching phenom, is heating up, with the New York Yankees and Mets vying for his services in a high-stakes free agency race. On Thursday, both teams met with Sasaki in Los Angeles, marking a rare direct competition between the cross-town rivals following their head-to-head pursuit of Juan Soto earlier […]

The Philadelphia Phillies’ pursuit of Japanese pitching sensation Roki Sasaki appears to have stalled. Despite their strong interest in the 23-year-old phenom, the Phillies have not been included among the teams granted a meeting with Sasaki. “We have not been invited to talk to him at this point,” Phillies President of Baseball Operations Dave Dombrowski […]

While it was always clear that Juan Soto would go to the highest bidder this offseason, some fans speculated that the New York Yankees’ rumored mistreatment of his family played a role in his decision to leave. However, that was fake news. Soto said “that was a lie,” via ESPN’s Enrique Rojas. “Juan Soto said […]

The New York Yankees have stayed plenty busy this offseason, signing Max Fried while trading for Devin Williams and Cody Bellinger. However, after Christian Walker signed with the Houston Astros, the Yankees must now pivot their first base plans. New York is focusing their attention on Paul Goldschmidt and Carlos Santana, via Bob Nightengale of […]

The Los Angeles Angels have been more active than many expected throughout the offseason, while the Atlanta Braves are seemingly always open to a trade. Their most recent deal will fly under the radar, but will affect both team’s pitching depth. The Braves have traded left-handed pitcher Davis Daniel to the Angels for right-hander pitcher […]

It has been reported that the Houston Astros are finalizing a deal to acquire Christian Walker, the star first baseman from the Arizona Diamondbacks. As the Astros were deemed serious suitors for Nolan Arenado, which the third baseman would block a trade, the team got an infielder who could have cemented the future of Alex […]

DALLAS — Los Angeles Dodgers legend Clayton Kershaw, who is from Texas, attended Thursday’s Los Angeles Clippers-Dallas Mavericks game. Clayton Kershaw, who is from Texas, is at the Clippers-Mavericks game.#MFFL pic.twitter.com/0PpPZ4NL7j — Joey Mistretta (@JoeyMistretta_) December 20, 2024 Kershaw is currently a free agent, but he is regarded as one of the greatest Dodgers of […]

The Houston Astros thought they had a shiny new infielder in Nolan Arenado, but he blocked the trade that would’ve shipped him out from the St. Louis Cardinals. However, Houston pivoted to free-agent first baseman Christian Walker, who’ll help stabilize its infield. The Astros agreed to a three-year, $60 million deal with Walker on Friday, […]

Houston Astros closer Josh Hader is determined to elevate his game in 2025, and he’s taking a new approach to do so. After a rollercoaster first season with the Astros, the 30-year-old southpaw is focused on refining his delivery and adding a changeup to his arsenal—a development that could make one of baseball’s most electrifying […]

The Boston Red Sox have bolstered their rotation by signing left-hander Patrick Sandoval to a two-year, $18.25 million deal. Sandoval, 28, underwent Tommy John surgery last summer, sidelining him for most of 2024. Despite the injury, the Red Sox see value in the lefty, who was non-tendered by the Los Angeles Angels in November. “Left-hander […]

There is much uncertainty regarding the future of the Athletics franchise, but to their credit, they have been making moves in free agency to at least give the team some air of respectability after coming off a 69-win season in 2024. They have broken precedent by spending $67 million on a three-year deal for Luis […]

The Toronto Blue Jays lost out on Juan Soto this offseason. They threw their hats in the ring, just like they did with Shohei Ohtani, but fell short in 2024 as well. Now, they have to activate a Plan B but have not signed anyone in free agency yet. Vladimir Guerrero Jr needs an extension, […]

The New York Yankees lost Juan Soto to the New York Mets in free agency. After one year in The Bronx, he went across town and sent Brian Cashman on to Plan B. That has included Max Fried, Cody Bellinger, and Devin Williams all joining the fray. But the Yankees still need someone to play […]

The 2024 season could not have gone any worse for the Texas Rangers; their offense fell off considerably, and their pitching wasn’t able to compensate for this steep dip in hitting production. But the Rangers have been working tirelessly all offseason long to bolster the roster, and to that end, they signed veteran southpaw reliever […]

The Philadelphia Phillies have yet to make a true statement this offseason, but they are joining the free agency festivities all the same. President of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski has secured the services of outfielder Max Kepler on a one-year contract worth $10 million, per MLB.com’s Todd Zolecki. Phillie Phanatics will argue that the organization […]

One of the biggest storylines in Major League Baseball this offseason has been whether or not the St. Louis Cardinals would trade Nolan Arenado. Another wrinkle to that saga was just added on Tuesday when Arenado exercised his no-trade clause to block a potential deal to the Houston Astros. Katie Woo of the Athletic explained […]

The Washington Nationals and former Atlanta Braves All-Star pitcher Mike Soroka are reportedly in agreement on a contract, per Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Jesse Rogers of ESPN reports that the deal is worth $9 million for one season. Soroka, 27, was once regarded as a future superstar. He made the All-Star team in 2019, […]

Cody Bellinger had a disappointing 2024 season with the Chicago Cubs. After being traded to the New York Yankees, Bellinger is hoping to turn things around and get back to the MVP-level he has shown that he can play at earlier in his career. During a media availability on Thursday after his trade to the […]

The San Diego Padres are no strangers to bold moves under general manager A.J. Preller, and this offseason could feature more of the same. With the Padres looking to reshape their roster and address potential financial constraints, infielders Jake Cronenworth and Luis Arraez have emerged as possible trade candidates. Both players are valuable assets who […]

Despite missing the playoffs in 2024, the Minnesota Twins have yet to make a major offseason splash. However, trading away star pitcher Pablo Lopez would certainly make some noise. Minnesota is listening to trade offers for the star right-hander, via Jeff Passan of ESPN. Depending on how the rest of free agency shakes out, those […]

The Seattle Mariners have been one of the most frequently mentioned teams in trade rumors this offseason. With arguably the best and deepest starting rotation and the high price of starting pitchers in free agency, it makes sense that teams have been calling about the Mariners’ arms. The Cleveland Guardians are the latest team to […]

There was a time when Sammy Sosa was considered to be one of MLB’s best players. Sosa, who spent most of his MLB career with the Chicago Cubs, hit a total of 609 home runs during his time in the big leagues. The former star outfielder was linked to PEDs in a report that surfaced […]

The Toronto Blue Jays lost out on Juan Soto this offseason. Just one year after falling short in the Shohei Ohtani sweepstakes, they threw their hat in the Soto ring. It did not work out, but there have not been any additions yet either. That leaves open the possibility that they will start a rebuild. […]

Juan Soto made waves this baseball offseason as the biggest name available, and he made waves because of his contract. The New York Mets signed Soto to a massive 15-year, $765 million contract. Soto comes from across the other side of New York City after having a great year with the Yankees and being a […]

Free agent pitcher Michael Lorenzen went under-the-radar last season and was extremely effective for the Kansas City Royals down the stretch. As Lorenzen navigates free agency, he has a shocking plan to make him a more appealing-option to a few teams. Lorenzen and his agent, Ryan Hamill of CAA, are planning to market him as […]

The Chicago Cubs’ aggressive approach to the offseason trade market has hit a significant snag. Negotiations between the Cubs and the Miami Marlins for left-handed pitcher Jesus Luzardo have “appeared to be dead.” This revelation comes after earlier reports indicated serious momentum toward a deal earlier this week. Medical reviews on one side or the […]

Cody Bellinger is preparing for the next chapter in his MLB career after being traded from the Chicago Cubs to the New York Yankees. The Bellinger trade has Yankees fans excited, and the former MVP happens to feel the same way. “Everything about it excites me,” Bellinger said recently, via YES Network. “The organization, the […]

The St. Louis Cardinals and Houston Astros seemed poised to finalize a blockbuster trade involving third baseman Nolan Arenado, but the deal hit a snag when Arenado opted not to waive his full no-trade clause — at least for now. Despite the Astros’ aggressive pursuit, Arenado’s hesitation has left both teams in limbo. Discussions between […]

The New York Yankees have had to work overtime in their quest to replace the production they’re set to lose in 2025 with the departure of Juan Soto for the New York Mets on a 15-year, $765 million contract. They have already begun reworking their outfield, acquiring Cody Bellinger in a trade with the Chicago […]

The MLB hot stove is firing, with Juan Soto, Blake Snell, Garett Crochet, and Cody Bellinger all changing teams. But one big name who has not picked a free-agency home is Roki Sasaki. The Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres will contend for the Japanese pitcher. But Jonathan Mayo of MLB.com says that the […]

The New York Yankees traded for Devin Williams for the Milwaukee Brewers this offseason. Williams has been one of the top closers in baseball during the regular season but has struggled in the playoffs. With a career playoff ERA of 23.14, he needs to improve for the Bombers come October. Last year, he gave up […]

One of the best third basemen in the MLB made headlines on Wednesday. St. Louis Cardinals star Nolan Arenado shockingly used his no-trade clause to prevent himself from being traded to the Houston Astros. Earlier this offseason, Arenado’s wish list of trade destinations was revealed, and the Astros weren’t on it. Instead, the Dodgers, Padres, […]

The New York Mets may have acquired the services of the top free agent on the market in Juan Soto by giving him a 15-year, $765 million deal that could be worth as much as $805 million, but they know that their job this offseason to improve the roster and push it to World Series […]

The New York Yankees recently lost one of the greatest hitters ever in Juan Soto, but getting quality players who want to be in the pinstripes long-term is a good way to pivot. Two-time All-Star starting pitcher Max Fried headlines their offseason haul so far, and he’s bought in. Fried opened up about his admiration […]

The path is clear for New York Yankees star prospect Jasson Domínguez to secure a regular spot in the team’s lineup, a sentiment reinforced by general manager Brian Cashman. “I’d like to see him get his shot now,” said the Yankees general manager via Bryan Hoch. After Juan Soto’s move to the New York Mets, […]