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As the Chicago Cubs try to craft their perfect 2025 roster, the idea of trading Seiya Suzuki has come up. However, just as quickly as that trade scenario was brought up, it has now been doused in cold water. Alongside Suzuki, the Cubs are also fielding trade calls on fellow slugger Cody Bellinger. If Chicago […]

The Major League Baseball Winter Meetings are here, meaning the next week or so should yield plenty of free agent signings and trades from around the league. For the Chicago Cubs, it means a chance to further improve their bullpen and catching depth. ESPN’s Jesse Rogers reported on Monday that the Cubs “seem pretty committed […]

Boston Red Sox skipper Alex Cora is very familiar with Alex Bregman, having served as the Houston Astros bench coach in 2017. And with Bregman a free agent, the Red Sox are seen as a potential suitor for the veteran. So it was no surprise that Cora was asked about Bregman on Monday during Winter […]

Juan Soto’s signing with the New York Mets has been the talk of the sports world. In a moment of reflection, Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez personally thanked Soto on the Hot Stove show for what he provided to the organization, despite being a part of another AL East rivalry. “These kids are getting better… […]

The Detroit Tigers surprised the MLB world with a run to the postseason in 2024. But while they have Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal in the rotation, Detroit wanted to add some extra firepower behind him. The Tigers have signed Alex Cobb to a one-year contract, via Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. The financial details […]

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora has made his first public comments since Juan Soto agreed to his massive contract with the New York Mets, and there appears to be no hard feelings after Boston aggressively pursued the superstar. Boston came on late as a potential destination for the former New York Yankees outfielder before […]

The Baltimore Orioles made a splash in free agency on Saturday, agreeing to a three-year deal worth $49.5 million with Canadian slugger Tyler O’Neill. Speaking at the Winter Meetings on Monday, O’s manager Brandon Hyde revealed a player like O’Neill was exactly what they were looking for this offseason. Via Danielle Allentuck: “On MLB Network […]

Juan Soto is celebrating today, and probably the rest of his days, after inking a 15-year contract worth a record-breaking $765 million with the New York Mets. But he is not the only one. Although the Toronto Blue Jays were unable to lock down the 26-year-old star outfielder, their top player still has a reason […]

As the MLB’s winter meetings get underway this week and free agency heats up, the decision everyone had been waiting for has been made. Former New York Yankees superstar Juan Soto is taking the subway over to Queens and heading to the New York Mets on a 15-year, $765 million deal, the biggest contract in […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are running it back with relief pitcher Blake Treinen after winning a World Series in 2024. However, even with Treinen in tow, the Dodgers don’t plan to stop adding to their bullpen. Los Angeles has shown continued interest in free agent Tanner Scott and current Milwaukee Brewers closer Devin Williams, via […]

The New York Mets made an offseason splash by signing Juan Soto. His eye-popping contract runs for 15 years and could be worth up to $800 million. But there is even more than the $51 million annual value and $40 million escalator. New York Post insider Jon Heyman reported that the Mets added a family […]

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 […]