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Undoubtedly, Mike Trout is one of the greatest players to ever step on a baseball field. Yet, despite his extraordinary individual accomplishments, the Los Angeles Angels have consistently failed to build a contending team around him. With Trout now 33 years old, battling injury concerns, and the Angels mired in mediocrity, it’s time to consider […]

Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona is getting some of the band back together in another move following his hiring of Chris Valaika. Mike Napoli, who played for Francona as a member of the 2016 Cleveland Guardians, will join the Reds coaching staff in a position to be determined, per WEEI’s Rob Bradford. Napoli joined the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ busy offseason continues to progress with rumors, re-signings, extensions, non-tenders and everything in between. The latest move lands Los Angeles with a veteran reliever, Giovanni Gallegos, formerly a member of the St. Louis Cardinals, on a minor league contract, per Steve Adams of MLB Trade Rumors. The 33-year-old reliever spent the […]

Cody Bellinger opted into his contract option with the Chicago Cubs for the 2025 MLB season. The 29-year-old likely would have tested free agency had he performed better, but Bellinger slashed just .266/.325/.426/.751 across 130 games played in 2024. In 2023, though, Bellinger hit .307/.356/.525/.881 in 130 games. With Chicago in an uncertain position, trade […]

The Atlanta Braves are making a bit of a shocking move. Atlanta is allowing Ramon Laureano to become a free agent by not tendering his contract, per the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The outfielder is one of five players for the club who is now becoming a free agent. Laureano joins a list that includes: Huascar Ynoa, […]

The New York Mets are keeping one of their relief pitchers as the franchise looks to make offseason moves. Bullpen arm Sean Reid-Foley is staying in the Big Apple, per MLB.com. Reid-Foley signed a one-year deal with the team. The Mets are coming off of a fantastic season, reaching the NLCS after a rocky start. […]

The Colorado Rockies are reportedly finalizing a one-year contract with utility player Kyle Farmer, who was recently let go by the Minnesota Twins. The news, shared by MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand, has not yet been officially announced by the team. The Minnesota Twins not picking up Kyle Farmer’s contract Infielder Kyle Farmer and outfielder Manuel Margot […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are once again expected to be among the favorites to bag home the World Series in 2025; they are a well-oiled machine that is poised to be major players in free agency once again, as they are expected to throw their hat into the ring that is the Juan Soto sweepstakes, […]

The Chicago Cubs won 83 games in 2024, but once again, they did not quite do enough to make the postseason. This isn’t the same team that was the league’s laughingstock, though, and the Cubs are always right in the thick of things and can win a championship if a few lucky breaks go their […]

The New York Yankees had a stellar 2024 season. New York advanced to the World Series after finishing with the best record in the American League East. Center fielder Trent Grisham played a role in the Yankees’ success in his first year in the Bronx, and he received a free agency contract update on Friday. […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have already moved past their World Series win. Those rings will be delivered on Opening Day and the parade where fans partied like it was 1988 has run out of steam. One championship with Shohei Ohtani is nice, but waiting another 36 years to celebrate would be unforgivable. No, the front […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers were able to overcome a lot of demons during the postseason as they were able to come through with their best baseball in the postseason. In past years other than Covid-shortened 2020, the Dodgers had struggled in the biggest games of the year after dominating in the regular season. The Dodgers […]

After making back-to-back All-Star teams in 2022 and 2023, closer Jordan Romano was positioned as one of the game’s best at his position. Unfortunately, injuries derailed his 2024 season, and now the Toronto Blue Jays have non-tendered Romano, sending him to free agency, per ESPN’s Jeff Passan. Chad Green stepped up in Romano’s absence, logging […]

Since making his major league debut in 2020, Nick Madrigal has never quite managed to meet the lofty expectations one would expect from his high draft pick, especially when beset by constant injuries. The former No. 4 pick in the 2018 Major League Baseball draft of the Chicago White Sox was non-tendered by the Chicago […]

The Cincinnati Reds have officially traded second baseman Jonathan India and outfielder Joey Wiemer to the Kansas City Royals in exchange for right-handed pitcher Brady Singer. The move addresses significant needs for both teams as they prepare for the 2025 season. “Trade: The Kansas City Royals are acquiring outfielder Joey Wiemer from the Cincinnati Reds, […]

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Mookie Betts isn’t just a three-time World Series champion; he’s low-key a YouTube personality. With over 114,000 subscribers, he shares vlogs from his daily life, not just baseball. His YouTube channel includes golfing, bowling for charity, eating soul food and, most recently, a video compilation of Betts celebrating the Dodgers’ World Series win. The video […]

The San Francisco Giants and Mike Yastrzemski agreed to a one-year, $9.25 million deal to avoid arbitration. While this move ensures Yastrzemski’s return for 2025, the Giants should consider trading the veteran outfielder to better position themselves for the future. “Mike Yastrzemski and the Giants have agreed on a $9.25 million deal to avoid arbitration, […]

The New York Yankees finally made the World Series after a 15-year absence this season. However, after winning the American League East in impressive fashion with a 94-68 record and getting past the Kansas City Royals in the American League Division Series and the Cleveland Guardians in the ALCS, the Yankees fell flat against the […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks are in an enviable position heading into the offseason, with abundant talent in center field generating widespread interest from other teams. During the general managers’ meetings earlier this month, Diamondbacks GM Mike Hazen acknowledged that teams have been reaching out regarding the availability of his center fielders, highlighting the scarcity of high-quality […]

The Philadelphia Phillies have decided to non-tender outfielder Austin Hays, which will make the former All-Star and Gold Glove finalist a free agent. The decision comes just months after the Phillies acquired Hays in a trade with the Baltimore Orioles at the 2024 trade deadline. The Phillies gave up reliever Seranthony Domínguez and outfielder Cristian […]

One of the most sought-after free agents this offseason is outfielder Anthony Santander. While many expect him to sign with a team like the New York Yankees or Los Angeles Dodgers, or even return to the Baltimore Orioles, a surprising team appears to be interested in Santander. The Washington Nationals are a potential suitor for […]

Juan Soto’s free agency has captivated the attention of Major League Baseball this offseason. With teams like the New York Yankees, New York Mets, Boston Red Sox, Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers reportedly involved, it seems like it is a guarantee that Soto will end up in a major market. That may not […]

As anticipation builds for Roki Sasaki’s entry into Major League Baseball, Shohei Ohtani has weighed in on speculation surrounding the Dodgers’ potential pursuit of the Japanese pitching phenom. Sasaki, whose posting by the Chiba Lotte Marines makes him one of the most sought-after players heading into the 2025 season, has sparked rumors about his MLB […]

David Ortiz has been heavily involved in the Boston Red Sox’s pursuit of free agent superstar Juan Soto. Ortiz and Soto are both from the Dominican Republic and appear to have a close relationship, Ortiz revealed what his pitch for Soto to join the Red Sox is in an interview on the “Fenway Rundown” podcast […]

The Seattle Mariners are exploring their options to add veteran presence and leadership to their roster, and two names have risen to the top of their wish list: Justin Turner and Carlos Santana. Mariners president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto has been transparent about his focus this offseason, emphasizing the need for clubhouse leadership to […]

Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez had another incredible season in 2024. On Thursday, it was revealed that Ramirez finished fifth in American League MVP voting. A fascinating statistic about Ramirez’ MVP finishes throughout his career was shared by MLB Network insider Jon Morosi on Friday. José Ramírez has finished among the top 6 in […]

The Baltimore Orioles and Boston Red Sox are both expected to be some of the most active teams in free agency and the trade market this offseason. The AL East rivals were each recently linked to one of the top available arms. The Orioles and Red Sox were both named as teams that are in […]

Developer San Diego Studio has revealed the first public details about MLB The Show 25, with Diamond Dynasty receiving a big change. Road To The Show, Franchie, and more, we now have a few details on what to potentially expect in next year’s installment. Furthermore, the team shared some info on how to start earning […]

Walker Buehler hits free agency after spectacular playoff performances for the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers. The veteran was brutal in the regular season but showed growth for the first time after his UCL injury in October. In Northern California, the Athletics are in turmoil and need to field a competent team to get […]

In all of sports, you need to prove yourself for a while at the professional level before you are solidified as a star and looked at as a great. For example, Tom Brady didn’t walk into the NFL as the biggest thing in the league; it took him years to establish himself as the face […]

The MLB’s winter stove can flame up or cool off on a whim. An All-Star’s change of plans can mean the opening up of an owner’s wallet or the closing of a front office’s championship window. The Atlanta Braves heard one possible Hall of Famer fighting back against Father Time and decided to go all-in […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers were under extreme pressure this season after yet another first-place finish in the National League West. Their fans have come to expect division titles, since the Dodgers have finished first in the NL West in 11 of the last 12 years. However, the only World Series title in that span came […]

The New York Mets and former Washington Nationals first baseman/outfielder Joey Meneses are reportedly in agreement on a minor league contract, Jon Heyman of The New York Post reports. Meneses’ deal includes an invite to MLB spring training. Meneses, 32, made his MLB debut during the 2022 season with Washington. He made quite the impression, […]

Yankees manager Aaron Boone gave a statement on Aaron Judge winning his second American League MVP. The Yankees outfielder had another phenomenal season in the Bronx, leading the MLB in home runs and runs batted in while placing third in the AL in batting average. With this incredible accomplishment, New York’s captain became only the […]

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar DH Shohei Ohtani won the National League MVP Award for the 2024 season. It’s Ohtani’s second straight MVP, after he took home the honor last season as a member of the Los Angeles Angels. He’s now won three MVPs in his incredible seven-year career. While Ohtani was, obviously, the focus of […]

Shohei Ohtani claimed his third MVP award in four seasons on Thursday, earning a unanimous selection as the National League’s MVP after an outstanding debut season with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Amazingly, Ohtani’s three MVP wins have all been unanimous, a truly remarkable feat. In fact, across all four major North American sports leagues—MLB, NFL, […]

Alex Bregman is expected to be one of the most popular names in free agency this offseason. Two teams have reportedly entered the sweepstakes to sign Bregman. The Detroit Tigers and Boston Red Sox are both interested in Bregman according to MLB insider Jon Heyman of the New York Post. “The Tigers are interested in […]

The Cleveland Guardians and starting pitcher Triston McKenzie are reportedly in agreement on a $1.95 million contract to avoid arbitration, Robert Murray of FanSided reports. McKenzie, 27, still has multiple years of team control on his contract before he will enter MLB free agency. Teams and players prefer to avoid arbitration if possible, however, and […]

The $700-million man Shohei Ohtani has won the 2024 NL MVP, a few weeks after he won the World Series in his first year with the Los Angeles Dodgers, figuring in a five-game demolition of the New York Yankees. Throughout this special season, Ohtani has left no doubt about winning unanimous National League MVP as […]