MLB Articles - Page 205

The Seattle Mariners have bolstered their bullpen depth by signing hard-throwing right-hander Shintaro Fujinami to a minor-league contract with an invitation to spring training. Fujinami, who turns 31 in April, brings a mix of untapped potential and previous struggles to the Mariners’ pitching staff. “Shintaro Fujinami and the Mariners have agreed on a contract, sources […]

The highly anticipated Japanese pitching phenom, Roki Sasaki, has officially signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Sasaki made the announcement on Instagram. The 23-year-old right-hander was one of the most sought-after international free agents this offseason, drawing interest from 20 MLB teams, including the Padres and Blue Jays. “Roki Sasaki has announced on Instagram that […]

It appears that slugger Pete Alonso’s time with the New York Mets may be growing short. The two sides had been talking for quite a long time, and the Mets reportedly made a last-ditch offer to Alonso that he turned down. "I'm not convinced the Mets want Pete."@Ken_Rosenthal thinks if the Mets really wanted to […]

The Athletics continue their aggressive offseason spending, adding former Texas Rangers reliever José Leclerc on a one-year, $10 million deal for the 2025 season. Leclerc, 31, brings a wealth of experience to the A’s bullpen. “Right-handed reliever José Leclerc and the Athletics are in agreement on a one-year, $10 million contract, sources tell ESPN.” via […]

The New York Mets took another significant step in reshaping their roster, agreeing to a two-year, $22 million deal with left-handed reliever A.J. Minter. The deal, which includes an opt-out after the first year, adds a critical piece to the Mets’ bullpen while signaling a shift in their free agency strategy. “A.J. Minter’s addition to […]

While the New York Mets won the Juan Soto sweepstakes, there were clear holes on the roster the team needed to address. One of them was the bullpen, which New York patched up by bringing in a former Atlanta Braves standout. The Mets have signed left-hander AJ Minter to a two-year, $22 million contract, pending […]

The Atlanta Braves claimed right-handed pitcher Amos Willingham off waivers from the Washington Nationals, the team announced on Friday. Atlanta also announced that they designated right-handed pitcher Allan Winans for assignment. It has been a quiet offseason for the Braves overall. They lost Max Fried to the New York Yankees in MLB free agency and […]

The New York Mets enter the 2025 season with a lot of hype. After signing Juan Soto, they are considered one of the favorites for the National League title. They made their fans even happier by announcing the retirement of David Wright’s number 5. Wright is also on the Baseball Hall of Fame ballot, one […]

The Boston Red Sox and Pittsburgh Pirates are in agreement on a trade, per Robert Murray of FanSided. “The Pittsburgh Pirates are acquiring right-hander Chase Shugart in a trade with the Boston Red Sox for right-hander Matt McShane, according to sources familiar with the deal. Shugart was recently designated for assignment by the Red Sox,” […]

The Boston Red Sox and outfielder Jarren Duran are reportedly in agreement on a $.385 million contract for the 2025 season to avoid arbitration, per Jeff Passan of ESPN. According to Passan, the deal also includes an $8 million club option for 2026. Jarren Duran lands new contract with Red Sox Duran was selected to […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are one of the finalists to land star pitcher Roki Sasaki. But as they wait for his decision, the Blue Jays has traded for a speedy outfielder from the Cleveland Guardians. Toronto has acquired Myles Straw, the team announced. They’ll also receive cash and international bonus pool money in exchange for […]

The Tampa Bay Rays are gearing up for a peculiar 2025 campaign, where they won’t be playing their home games at Tropicana Field. Still, the Rays are always trying to find shrewd deals that propels the team to success. Tampa Bay has signed right-handed relief pitcher Andrew Wantz to a two-year minor league contract, via […]

After two decades of estrangement, Sammy Sosa is finally being welcomed back into the Chicago Cubs’ fold. This move has sparked reactions from fans, former teammates, and baseball figures alike. Dusty Baker, Sosa’s former manager, expressed relief and surprise that the Cubs took so long to extend an olive branch. “I’m shocked it’s taken this […]

As Roki Sasaki searched for his MLB home, the Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego Padres and Toronto Blue Jays were deemed the finalists to procure his services. While not yet officially announced, the defending World Series champions appear poised to win again. The Dodgers are nearing a deal to sign Sasaki, via MLB insider Mike […]

The St Louis Cardinals are entering a rebuild after a brutal 2024 season. Their offseason has been slow and full of Nolan Arenado trade rumors. But no move has happened yet, so they haven’t started filling out their lineup. After they trade Arenado, the Cardinals should add these free agents to finish off their offseason. […]

MLB Network’s The Shredder announced their top-10 list from last season, with Jose Altuve making yet another appearance, and receiving a Hall of Fame endorsement as he continues his Houston Astros career. “Jose Altuve is a perennial top-10 selection. 11 times on this list. Five times at No. 1. Altuve played 153 games last year, […]

Based on the early anonymous voting results, CC Sabathia will almost certainly represent the New York Yankees as a first-ballot member of the National Baseball Hall of Fame. The former left-handed starting pitcher is shattering expectations and receiving the utmost respect from the writers. Nevertheless, one can never have enough support. MLB Network is doing […]

New York Mets fans are bracing themselves for an emotional end to the offseason. First baseman slugger and National League Wild Card Series hero Pete Alonso is expected to sign elsewhere in free agency. Once a safe bet to own the franchise’s all-time home run record, the “Polar Bear” could now depart Flushing this winter. […]

The Milwaukee Brewers just signed catcher Jorge Alfaro to a minor league deal with an invite to major league spring training. Alfaro’s 31 now and has been in the majors off and on for eight seasons, but lately, his career’s been all over the place. The Chicago Cubs released him in 2024 during spring training, […]

Bob Uecker was known for his outstanding sense of humor that came to the forefront in movies like “Major League” and “Major League 2” along with his appearances on the Tonight Show and the sit-com Mr. Belvedere. However, the man whom Johnny Carson dubbed as “Mr. Baseball” was a baseball play-by-play announcer for the Milwaukee […]

While the New York Mets long seemed like the favorites to sign Pete Alonso, talks between player and team have now deteriorated. But if Alonso ends up signing with another team, the Mets can at least say they put a strong effort forward. New York reportedly offered Alonso a three-year contract worth $68-70 million. The […]

The St. Louis have invited numerous non-roster prospects to spring training next month and that list includes their top prospect in shortstop JJ Wetherholt, who will experience big league spring training for the very first time. This is a bit of a surprise considering Wetherholt was just drafted last summer. However, he did play three […]

Few comedic performances have endured like Bob Uecker’s portrayal of Harry Doyle in the “Major League” film series. Uecker, a legendary broadcaster and former Major League Baseball player, brought a unique brand of humor and irreverence to the role, transforming the fictional Cleveland Indians announcer into a cultural icon, per APNews. With his dry wit […]

It has been almost one month since the Chicago Cubs traded Cody Bellinger to the New York Yankees, as fans still wait for the organization to make another notable free agency signing. President of baseball operations Jed Hoyer has stayed active during the offseason, quickly scooping up left-handed starting pitcher Matthew Boyd, acquiring star outfielder […]

As long as first baseman Pete Alonso remains a free agent, there is a major question mark on the New York Mets infield status. An unfortunate injury could take one of the Mets’ options away before they even have a chance to utilize him. Ronny Mauricio is still in the midst of his knee injury […]

The New York Yankees find themselves in a difficult position as they attempt to trade veteran right-handed starting pitcher Marcus Stroman before the 2025 season begins. Stroman, owed $18 million next season with a vesting option for another $18 million in 2026 if he surpasses 140 innings pitched, is proving challenging to move due to […]

The San Diego Padres and catcher Martin Maldonado are reportedly in agreement on a contract, per Dennis Lin of The Athletic. According to Lin, it is a minor-league deal. Maldonado, 38, has played at the MLB level since the 2011 season. During his career, he has spent time with the Milwaukee Brewers, Los Angeles Angels, […]

There is no doubt that the baseball world was shocked when Kyle Tucker was traded to the Chicago Cubs from the Houston Astros back in December. As people lock in their predictions for Tucker’s time with the Cubs, they had to first agree on a contract to avoid arbitration which they have done. As reported […]

With Kyle Tucker traded to the Chicago Cubs and Alex Bregman set to depart, the Houston Astros will look much different in 2025. As they retool their roster, the Astros are trying to bring in a former infield standout for the Minnesota Twins and Seattle Mariners. Houston has reportedly offered Jorge Polanco a one-year, $4 […]

The New York Mets are ready to move on from Pete Alonso. Reports indicate that the negotiations have fallen off and the team is preparing for a post-Alonso world. Immediately, the Blue Jays emerged as favorites to sign Alonso. USA Today’s Bob Nightengale unveiled the Vladimir Guerrero Jr plan if Toronto lands the Mets’ first […]

As Pete Alonso’s free agency continues to spark discussion, the Toronto Blue Jays have emerged as a potential destination for the slugging first baseman. According to sources, the Blue Jays are one of three teams engaged in discussions for Alonso, and they are reportedly keen on retaining Vladimir Guerrero Jr. even if Alonso joins the […]

The Toronto Blue Jays haven’t aced this offseason by any means. The Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees, and Baltimore Orioles have all improved in the American League East, while the Jays have barely made a move. After missing out on Shohei Ohtani last winter, they also whiffed on Juan Soto, who ultimately signed with […]

The New York Mets made the biggest free-agent acquisition of the offseason by signing Juan Soto. Their 2024 team made the National League Championship Series with very little expectations. They made it because of great performances from role players and they brought one of those players back on Thursday. Andy Martino of SNY reported that […]

The New York Mets are preparing for a future without Pete Alonso, their longtime slugging first baseman, as contract negotiations continue to stall. According to Andy Martino of SNY, the Mets now view Alonso signing with another team as the “most likely” outcome. “The Mets have pivoted to plan B, post-Alonso. They now consider it […]

The legendary two-sport athlete and Heisman Trophy winner, Bo Jackson, has opted to forgo a $21 million judgment against his niece and nephew, Thomas Lee Anderson and Erica M. Anderson. The decision comes after the parties reached a private agreement, resolving a legal battle that began in 2023 when Jackson accused his relatives of harassment […]

The Milwaukee Brewers organization lost a legend on Thursday in radio broadcaster Bob Uecker. He is a Milwaukee native and spent 54 seasons as the team’s radio broadcaster. The team announced the passing on social media on Thursday. We are heartbroken to announce that Brewers icon & Baseball Hall of Famer Bob Uecker passed away […]

With Corbin Burnes signing with the Arizona Diamondbacks, Pete Alonso and Alex Bregman are two of the top remaining free agents for agent Scott Boras, who did not hold back on teams who are simply not willing to spend when it comes to the two players. “You’re seeing so many teams that are actually not […]

Arizona Diamondbacks owner Ken Kendrick isn’t afraid to share his opinion, notably with Corbin Burnes and the Chicago Cubs fanbase. After Burnes agreed to a shocking $210 million contract with the Diamondbacks, many were surprised that he chose Arizona out of other spots. He could’ve taken more money to play for the San Francisco Giants, […]

The Detroit Tigers were the underdog story of the 2024 MLB season. On August 10, they were ten games out of the playoffs with a 55-63 record. From then on they went 31-13, clinched a playoff spot, and won the American League Wild Card Series. While it was a disappointing end to the season in […]