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After making the 2024 MLB Postseason despite trading Jack Flaherty at the deadline, the Detroit Tigers are riding some momentum into the offseason. That momentum could mean Detroit ends up being a bigger factor than usual in the free-agent market, as one Tigers reporter connected the team to both Christian Walker and Walker Buehler. But […]

The Chicago White Sox are widely expected to trade ace pitcher Garrett Crochet sometime this winter, and while it’s anyone’s guess where he ends up, one insider thinks the Philadelphia Phillies make the most sense. USA Today’s Bob Nightengale appeared on Foul Territory TV on Monday where he said the Phillies were most aggressive in […]

New York Yankees fans might not be in the mood to congratulate Juan Soto on his massive new contract with the New York Mets, but one of his now-former teammates tipped his cap to the superstar. Yankees pitcher Marcus Stroman shared a message to Soto via his Instagram story, wishing him the best across town. […]

It turns out signing arguably the best player in Major League Baseball helped the New York Mets’ 2025 World Series odds. The Mets agreed to a 15-year, $765 million megadeal with Juan Soto on Sunday night, sending the 25-year-old outfielder across town as New York’s National League team looks to win its first World Series […]

MLB free agency is beginning to heat up in the wake of Juan Soto’s massive deal with the New York Mets. The Philadelphia Phillies were not one of the final teams in the running for Soto’s services, but that doesn’t mean they have been standing pat, as they made a move to shore up their […]

The fallout from Juan Soto signing the biggest contract in professional sports history with the New York Mets on Sunday will continue for quite some time. On Monday morning, another morsel trickled out that will probably enrage New York Yankees fans. Allegedly, Soto was frustrated during his lone season with the Yankees after an unfortunate […]

Last year, Shohei Ohtani blew the world of baseball away when he signed a 10-year, $700 million deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers. It was a contract nearly double as big as the next largest contract in MLB history, and a lot of fans thought it wouldn’t be surpassed for years. That didn’t end up […]

The New York Yankees’ dream of winning the Juan Soto MLB free agency sweepstakes went up in flames on Sunday, with the outfielder deciding to take his talents from the Bronx to Queens via a staggering 15-year, $765 million deal with the New York Mets. Losing the bidding war for Soto brings pain to the […]

When Juan Soto signed with the New York Mets, it sparked a battle cry from fans and critics alike. Bill Simmons took to his podcast to express his adoration for Soto leaving the New York Yankees and heading to the cross-town rival. “I was delighted because this really ruins the Yankees,” Simmons said. “There is […]

As the MLB winter meetings start to heat up, dominoes all across the league are beginning to fall. The biggest one of them all toppled on Sunday night when Juan Soto agreed to a record-setting 15-year contract to sign with the New York Mets. The other most highly-anticipated free agent sweepstakes can now commence after […]

New York Yankees fans are in shambles following the news of Juan Soto becoming, well, an ex-Yankee after he signed a massive 15-year contract with the New York Mets worth $765 million contract, as reported on Sunday. Some fans have that burning feeling inside them, as they grapple with the reality of losing in the […]

The Milwaukee Brewers had a great season in 2024, winning the National League Central. Down the coast of Lake Michigan, the Chicago White Sox had the worst season in modern baseball history. They are looking to trade lefty ace Garrett Crochet this offseason and the Brewers are in the conversation, per MLB Network’s Jon Morosi. […]

The New York Yankees lost Juan Soto to the New York Mets in free agency. While the loss is tremendous, the Bombers have time to pivot this offseason. They have prospects to fill their outfield and the options do not fit their needs, as Anthony Santander and Teoscar Hernandez are not great defenders. The player […]

The New York Mets sent shockwaves across the baseball universe with a huge, huge, huge win in MLB free agency. By landing Juan Soto, the National League East franchise got the most-coveted free agent in the market. Of course, luring the Dominican superstar to Queens comes at a massive financial price. The Mets have committed […]

Being a New York Mets fan, Donovan Mitchell is acutely familiar with pain. His longtime fanhood, which dates back to his father’s employment in the organization, has given him prime seating for the heartbreak that defined the franchise for years. Well, with Juan Soto spurning the New York Yankees for their so-called “little brother,” the […]

The Toronto Blue Jays were players for the big free agent two years in a row. And two years in a row, they have been the bridesmaid and not the bride. Juan Soto kickstarted the offseason by signing with the New York Mets, spurning the Blue Jays just like Shohei Ohtani. Now, it is time […]

On Sunday night, Juan Soto stunned the entire sports world by agreeing to a 15-year, $765 million deal with the New York Mets — the most expensive contract in professional sports history in terms of total value. Soto caused a bit of a hubbub, especially after deciding to join the Mets after putting up his […]

The San Francisco Giants made waves this offseason by signing shortstop Willy Adames to a franchise-record seven-year, $182 million contract. With this move, the Giants secured the best shortstop on the free-agent market and a player who can immediately elevate their lineup. This deal isn’t just a splash; it’s a statement that the Giants are […]

It’s official: the New York Mets have won the Juan Soto sweepstakes, signing the ex-Yankee hitter to a historic 15-year, $765-million contract, the largest free agency contract in MLB history. For instance, Soto’s new contract is even bigger than Shohei Ohtani’s $700-million deal with the Dodgers that ultimately won them the 2024 World Series, beating […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have maintained their busy offseason efforts after securing their eighth World Series title. Blake Treinen, the team’s go-to high-leverage reliever during their championship run and the pitching staff’s strikeout leader, is set to return. As reported by Ken Rosenthal, Treinen has signed a two-year deal worth $22 million. Treinen has made […]

Major League Baseball is a sport steeped in tradition, strategy, and nuance. Over its storied history, the balance between preserving its roots and evolving with modern demands has been a constant struggle. However, some ideas are so ill-conceived that they threaten to undermine the essence of the game entirely. Enter Rob Manfred’s latest misstep: the […]

With Juan Soto signing a 15-year, $765 million contract with the New York Mets, the free agent market for outfielders Anthony Santander and Teoscar Hernandez is expected to heat up quickly, with four teams specifically in the running. The New York Yankees, Toronto Blue Jays, Boston Red Sox, and Los Angeles Dodgers are the four […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers continue to position themselves as a perennial powerhouse in Major League Baseball. Fresh off signing ace Blake Snell to a five-year, $182 million deal and celebrating another World Series title, the Dodgers have doubled down on their roster construction by securing Tommy Edman on a five-year, $74 million contract. The deal […]

After weeks and weeks of speculation, the biggest free agency saga in MLB history is finally over. Superstar outfielder Juan Soto signed a record-breaking 15-year, $765 million deal with the New York Mets, according to multiple reports on X, formerly Twitter. At 26 years old, Soto has still not hit his theoretical prime, and positioned […]

Juan Soto is a member of the New York Mets. The outfielder signed a 15-year, $765 million contract to join the Amazins after one year with the New York Yankees. Soto’s free agency sweepstakes was a roller coaster of reports and rumors that ended late Sunday night. Jon Heyman of the New York Post and […]

Everyone waited to see who would win the Juan Soto sweepstakes as the MLB Winter Meetings began. Thankfully, we did not have to wait too long to find out. Soto has signed a historic $765 million contract with the New York Mets on Sunday night. This is the largest contract in North American sports history. […]

After months of speculation, rumors, and anticipation, it’s official: Juan Soto is heading to the New York Mets. The superstar outfielder has agreed to a 15-Year, $765 million contract to join the Queens-based franchise, according to Jeff Passan on X, formerly Twitter. “BREAKING: Superstar outfielder Juan Soto and the New York Mets are in agreement […]

Juan Soto is easily the biggest player still in the MLB free-agent market during the 2024-25 offseason. Soto, who most recently suited up for the New York Yankees, could still end up going back to the Bronx. But the likes of the Boston Red Sox, New York Mets, Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers […]

The MLB Winter Meetings are beginning in earnest. Many are waiting with bated breath to see where Juan Soto signs in MLB Free Agency. However, a non-Soto domino fell on Sunday night as the Meetings began involving Michael Conforto and the Los Angeles Dodgers. Conforto has reached an agreement with the Dodgers, according to MLB […]

The Boston Red Sox find themselves in a pivotal offseason. With their eyes firmly set on Juan Soto, a player who could instantly redefine the team’s offense, the stakes couldn’t be higher. However, as the Soto sweepstakes appear to be heading toward a conclusion, the Red Sox may miss out on the generational talent. If […]

The Cincinnati Reds had a disappointing 2024 season, missing the playoffs for a fourth straight season. Over in the American League, the Chicago White Sox had the most losses in AL/NL history. With the rebuild kicking off on the Southside, Garrett Crochet is a big trade target this offseason. Cincinnati needs a pitcher and has […]

The Detroit Tigers are coming off a feel-good run in the 2024 MLB season. Although they were not able to go much deeper in the postseason, having been eliminated in the American League Divisional Series round by the Cleveland Guardians, that was still the first time that the Tigers played beyond the regular season since […]

Last season was a disappointing one for the Toronto Blue Jays. They were projected to contend for the AL East title and a possible World Series shot. Instead, injuries and the lack of quality starting pitching did them in. Now, as the team moves towards the 2025 season, GM Ross Atkins needs to address some […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are trying to keep free agent Teoscar Hernandez this offseason. Hernandez is hoping to stay in Los Angeles, but the Boston Red Sox are intriguing to him, per The Boston Globe. Hernandez is rumored to be interested in playing in Fenway Park. He also likes manager Alex Cora, and it seems […]

MLB’s annual Winter Meetings kick off Monday, and the number of rumors involving trades and potential free agent deals have flown around the league. One of the latest rumors involves the Chicago White Sox and their ace, Garrett Crochet, according to reports from USA Today Sports’ Bob Nightengale. Multiple teams are in the running for […]

Where will Max Fried go? The pitcher, most recently with the Braves, seems destined to move on from Atlanta, and it appears he is heading north to either the New York Yankees or Boston Red Sox. Fried has played his entire MLB career with the Braves to this point, but as his rumored deal continues […]

The New York Mets are one of the few realistic teams remaining in Juan Soto free agency sweepstakes. But as they put the full court press on Soto, Pete Alonso’s future in New York is getting murkier and murkier. The Mets have yet to speak with Alonso on a new deal. Furthermore, he declined the […]

MLB free agency is beginning to heat up, but as of right now, all eyes are on superstar outfielder Juan Soto. One of the teams who is in the running for Soto’s signature is the Los Angeles Dodgers, and while they definitely want Soto, their pursuit of him could play a role in their ability […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks and Jordan Montgomery seem headed towards a split. As the Diamondbacks try to recoup some value, Arizona has their sights set on a former MVP. The Diamondbacks offered Montgomery to the Chicago Cubs for Cody Bellinger, via Bob Nightengale of USA Today. However, the Cubs have rebuffed that offer thus far. Perhaps […]