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The Cincinnati Reds made the playoffs for the first time since 2020 this year, but failed to win a single game. They have a solid young core and, finally, may be willing to spend to support them. Ohio native Kyle Schwarber is available in MLB free agency, and the Reds are interested. The Athletic’s Ken […]

The New York Mets reportedly claimed right-handed pitcher Cooper Criswell off waivers from the Boston Red Sox on Friday, according to Jorge Castillo of ESPN. “The Mets have claimed right-hander Cooper Criswell off waivers, a source tells ESPN. He was designated for assignment by the Red Sox,” Castillo wrote on X, formerly Twitter. While many […]

Staying invested in MLB free agency is a taxing chore that beats down many fans. Since there is no set salary cap or floor, there is rarely a steady flow of activity that the public can follow. Chaos and excitement reign supreme when NFL and NBA players officially hit the open market, but the best […]

Although the Boston Red Sox were eliminated in the AL Wild Card series, their rookie right fielder, Roman Anthony, had a standout season. Altogether, he batted .292, eight home runs, 32 RBIs, and 75 hits. However, his season was cut short after sustaining a left oblique strain in September. Nevertheless, Anthony is grateful for how […]

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos has been mentioned as a potential trade candidate. Regardless of whether or not he remains with the Phillies, the veteran said he’s open to playing first base if necessary during a recent MLB Network appearance. “It was brought up to me and honestly, it’s something that I really welcome… I […]

One of the most intriguing free agency processes of the MLB offseason will be that of Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami. While he posses prodigious power, his place in the big leagues is still being figured out. With the Winter Meetings coming up, many of the biggest free agents remaining could find new homes. But Murakami […]

The first major MLB free agency starting pitching domino fell when Dylan Cease inked a $210 million contract with the Toronto Blue Jays. However, there are still plenty of big names still on the market. Chief among them is Philadelphia Phillies standout Ranger Suarez. He will be the top pitching target on many team’s wish […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates couldn’t hide from how disastrous their season became, and that reality pushed them into MLB Free Agency with real urgency. The Jhostynxon Garcia trade signaled the first shift in strategy, a move that told fans the front office plans to stay active deep into the winter. The Pirates wants hitters who can […]

Kyle Schwarber is one of the biggest names in the MLB free agency class this winter. With the Winter Meetings coming up, the stove is heating up, and the MVP runner-up could be on the move. ESPN’s Jeff Passan has the latest on how long Kyle Schwarber’s contract could be after a career year with […]

When Miguel Rojas expressed his desire to return to the Los Angeles Dodgers during a November interview, he also made a firm call to action to the organization and his teammates: retain the core and become the first MLB team since the turn of the century to pull off the immortal three-peat. The World Series […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ second baseman, Miguel Rojas, will play his final season in 2026. The 36-year-old utility infielder re-signed with the Dodgers on a one-year contract worth $5.5 million, keeping him part of the team’s quest for a historic three-peat. Rojas became an instant World Series hero during Game 7 of the 2025 championship, […]

The offseason is underway as MLB teams are making adjustments to their rosters for next year. With free agency underway, it appears the Boston Red Sox and Pittsburgh Pirates have baseball fans buzzing after a trade they agreed upon. Reports indicate that the Red Sox are sending outfielder Jhostynxon Garcia and pitcher Jesus Travieso to […]

During this off-season, the Houston Astros have been emphasizing going after pitchers. On Thursday, that continued when the Astros officially announced they had acquired RHP Nico Zeglin from the Chicago Cubs, virtually in the middle of the night, per Mark Feinsand of MLB.com.  Since 2021, Zeglin has journeyed from his way college at Gonzaga to […]

The New York Yankees entered the offseason looking for clarity in their outfield picture, and one player believes he can deliver that answer. At the Italian American Baseball Foundation Gala in The Bronx, Yankees prospect Spencer Jones spoke with a clear purpose as he outlined what he aims to prove in 2026. The moment carried […]

The Boston Red Sox are at it again. The Sox are building a roster worthy of competing for a World Series title in 2026. On Thursday, Boston acquired pitcher Johan Oviedo from the Pittsburgh Pirates. This comes after a massive Sonny Gray trade last week. “The Boston Red Sox are acquiring Johan Oviedo, Tyler Samaniego […]

The Texas Rangers are setting a clear path for the 2025-26 MLB offseason, as president of baseball operations Chris Young’s offseason plan takes center stage. With the Winter Meetings set to begin Sunday, Young outlined the Rangers’ offseason strategy, emphasizing upgrades in three critical areas — catcher, bullpen, and starting rotation. Each priority reflects lessons […]

The Chicago Cubs are on the hunt this offseason to improve the roster moving forward. With outfielder Kyle Tucker already out of the door, rumors are speculating that the front office could be targeting third baseman Alex Bregman. Chicago tried signing Bregman last offseason but failed to do so. However, the Cubs aren’t giving up […]

The New York Mets returned to the spotlight Thursday when former manager Buck Showalter addressed the long-discussed relationship between Jeff McNeil and Francisco Lindor. Showalter’s comments reignited a storyline that resurfaces each offseason, sparking new discussion about the possibility of McNeil being traded and raising fresh questions about Lindor’s leadership. His remarks also renewed focus […]

Connected to essentially all of the top free agents available, the New York Yankees are set to have a busy offseason. But before making any massive changes to their roster, the Yankees made sure to finalize their coaching staff. New York has hired Dan Fiorito has their new first base/infield/baserunning coach, the team announced. He […]

Discussions around the Houston Astros resurfaced Thursday when former Astros outfielder Josh Reddick reignited the long-running debate surrounding the Jose Altuve buzzer theory. The conversation arrived as the Astros continued to navigate lingering narratives tied to the 2019 MLB postseason, and it quickly sparked new reactions from Yankees fans who still revisit the moment. Reddick’s […]

While the Los Angeles Dodgers seemingly have everything on their roster, adding a top flight closer is at the top of their priority list this offseason. As they search for an elite ninth inning option, one clear target has emerged. The Dodgers have watched Robert Suarez dominate as the San Diego Padres closer in recent […]

MLB rumors picked up speed Thursday as Japanese ace Tatsuya Imai drew fresh interest from several East Coast contenders. In a new update from Ken Rosenthal, the New York Yankees, New York Mets, and Philadelphia Phillies were identified as early landing spots. His report injects new life into a winter filled with major Yankees free […]

The Chicago Cubs are going to be a team to keep an eye on this offseason. With Kyle Tucker atop the free agent rankings, the Cubs are trying to build their roster ahead of the 2026 season. Chicago is coming off an NL Divisional loss to the Milwaukee Brewers last postseason after taking down the […]

The Houston Astros have moved on since 2020, but there are still people bringing up the sign-stealing scandal that happened during the 2017 season. Josh Reddick, one of the players on that team, recently came out and gave three names on who did not use the system. “I’ll tell you until the day I die, […]

It’s been a busy offseason in the Bay Area, as the San Francisco Giants have attempted to bolster their starting pitching to become a more well-rounded team. With the Detroit Tigers’ Tarik Skubal potentially headed toward free agency next year, the Giants suddenly have a pitcher they could be chasing to improve their starting rotation. […]

The 2025 MLB Winter Meetings begin this Sunday, and run through Wednesday, December 10 in Orlando, Florida, framing a busy stretch that includes the MLB Draft Lottery on Tuesday, December 9 and the Rule 5 Draft on Wednesday, December 10. In the buildup to the event, several outlets have floated and mocked up the idea […]

The Texas Rangers decided to non-tender catcher Jonah Heim. But it doesn’t seem like they’ll dive into the deep end of free agency to find his replacement. The Rangers are unlikely going to be able to sign top free agent catcher JT Realmuto, via Ken Rosenthal and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic. They’ve begun exploring […]

The New York Mets have been one of baseball’s most active teams to begin the offseason, and they may have to part with one of their most touted youngsters if they have designs on significantly improving their roster. According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, the Mets are interested in Minnesota Twins starting […]

The Chicago Cubs lost in the National League Division Series to the Milwaukee Brewers, ending their 2025 season. That also likely ended Kyle Tucker’s time at Wrigley Field after just one year. But just because Tucker is likely gone, Chicago cannot be ruled out of an MLB free agency splash. According to The Athletic’s Ken […]

MLB is in the early stages of the offseason, as free agents are beginning to sign with clubs around the league. One of whom is Dylan Cease, who recently signed a seven-year, $210 million contract with the Toronto Blue Jays. Rumors suggest the Chicago Cubs were firmly in the mix to sign the star pitcher, […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers won their second straight World Series title in 2025 thanks in large part to their front office’s willingness to spend on All-Star talent. Other organizations may feel like Los Angeles has “ruined baseball,” given their spending ability, but one of the franchise’s most prominent faces might be willing to level the […]

The most impactful dynasties continually seek ways to add impactful players and enhance their overall roster. After winning their second straight title to cap off a memorable 2025 season, there is little doubt that the Los Angeles Dodgers’ front office will do everything they can to acquire fresh talent, but there is also one franchise […]

Coming off of back-to-back World Series titles, the Los Angeles Dodgers have already proven to be the cream of the MLB crop. But the Dodgers could make a surprising pivot as they try to win their third straight. Outfielder Teoscar Hernandez has been a major source of power for Los Angeles. But with poor defensive […]

After two years as manager of the Los Angeles Angels, the franchise decided to replace Ron Washington with Kurt Suzuki entering the 2026 season. However, Washington won’t be leaving the west coast. The San Francisco Giants have hired Washington be their major league infield coordinator, via Bob Nightengale of USA Today. He will continued what […]

The New York Mets made one of the offseason’s most intriguing bullpen additions by signing reliever Devin Williams, and the move immediately added juice to the Mets and New York Yankees rivalry. Williams spent last season with the Yankees, and his exit from the Bronx — paired with a pointed IG message — ensured the […]

The Colorado Rockies are trying to reset their direction after another difficult season, and Rockies manager Warren Schaeffer sounds optimistic about the new leadership. With longtime MLB executive Josh Byrnes taking over as the Rockies GM under President of Baseball Operations Paul DePodesta, the front office is signaling a clear shift toward experience and modern […]

The New York Yankees are counting on Cam Schlittler to take another major step in 2026, and the right-hander is treating this offseason as an opportunity to elevate his game. The former South Atlantic League Pitcher of the Year said he is working to add either a changeup or a splitter, a move that could […]

Fresh off appearing in their first World Series since 1993, the Toronto Blue Jays led the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-2 before dropping the final two games of the Fall Classic. While the Blue Jays fell short, they pushed the Dodgers to the brink on multiple occasions. Now, the focus for Toronto GM Ross Atkins and […]

The Cleveland Guardians have beefed up their bullpen for the 2026 season by signing right-handed reliever Connor Brogdon to a one-year Major League contract worth $900,000, per Zack Meisel of The Athletic. The deal also includes club control through the 2027 season, allowing Cleveland to retain Brogdon for another year before he becomes an unrestricted […]