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Los Angeles Dodgers fans hope Teoscar Hernandez resigns with them but that not might be the case due to the Boston Red Sox. Hernandez was a key component of the Dodgers World Series run. During the regular season, he batted .272, with 33 home runs and 99 RBIs. However, it was the World Series matchup […]

The New York Mets had their best playoff run in almost a decade in 2024, falling short at the hands of the eventual World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLCS. Now, a critical offseason looms for the Mets as they look to improve and challenge the Dodgers at the top of the National […]

The 2024-25 MLB offseason is officially here. The offseason will be highlighted by big free agent signings, a highly anticipated draft lottery, and some sneaky Rule 5 acquisitions, but one of the biggest parts of MLB’s offseason is the game-changing trades. There are a lot of teams still looking to sell, and others that want […]

As the wise philosopher Ricky Bobby once said, “if you ain’t first, you’re last.” This was certainly how the New York Yankees felt as they witnessed their World Series dreams come crumbling down, with the Los Angeles Dodgers securing a 4-1 series win with a rousing come from behind 7-6 win last Wednesday. But the […]

The New York Yankees fell short in the World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers in five games this season, leading them title-less since 2009. Despite nearly climbing the mountain, the Yankees now have a long and crucial offseason ahead of them as they look to improve heading into 2025. The first priority for the […]

The New York Mets have decided to let one of their key relievers hit the open market. The ball club is declining Phil Maton’s team option and will pay him a buyout, making him a free agent, per Will Sammon. Maton was rather solid for the Mets in 2024. He joined the team via trade […]

The Seattle Mariners had a brutal 2024 season. From a ten-game lead in the American League West to missing the playoffs, disappointing does not begin to cover it. They finally broke their playoff drought in 2022 but could not capitalize in 2024. Heading into the offseason, the Mariners must make a trade to improve their […]

The Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ has distinguished himself as one of the premier defensive talents in Major League Baseball by securing his third consecutive Gold Glove Award. This significant achievement makes him the first Cubs outfielder to win the award three years in a row, solidifying his place in the team’s history. To clinch […]

The Boston Red Sox failed to make the 2024 MLB playoffs with another subpar regular season, finishing with just a mediocre .500 record of 81-81. That doesn’t mean there were no bright spots on the team. Take for example Wilyer Abreu, whose remarkable job on the outfield earned him a Gold Glove award in just […]

Colorado Rockies shortstop Ezequiel Tovar has etched his name into the record books, becoming the youngest player in National League history to win the Rawlings Gold Glove Award at shortstop. This achievement was announced through the Rockies’ official X page. “Ezequiel Tovar is the youngest Gold Glove shortstop in National League history.” At just 23 […]

The San Francisco Giants have a new franchise cornerstone in Matt Chapman. The third baseman signed a deal to join San Francisco and inked a long-term deal to remain in the Bay. Chapman is one of the best defensive third basemen in the league, with four Gold Gloves to his name. He added a fifth […]

The New York Mets had a miraculous 2024 season. From an 0-5 start to the NLCS, they captured fans’ hearts and placed high expectations on next year’s team. This offseason will bring many changes to the team, especially to their starting rotation. In his first full offseason running the team, David Stearns could be looking […]

Milwaukee Brewers closer Devin Williams has established himself as one of the top relief pitchers in the MLB, but he could be on the move soon after the Brewers made a huge decision on his contract. The Brewers declined Williams’ team option, which means he will enter his final year with the team in 2025, […]

The Detroit Tigers were one of the best stories of the 2024 MLB season. They were left for dead, with a less than 1% chance of making the playoffs on August 11. A 30-13 run, combined with a Minnesota Twins collapse, catapulted them into the postseason. Tarik Skubal is likely to win the Cy Young […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers beat the New York Yankees in the 2024 World Series, which was the 12th championship matchup between the two rivals. In MLB, the offseason starts right away, so fans, players, and teams have no choice but to keep their minds on baseball. Additionally, MLB offseasons are jam-packed with action, and this […]

The Kansas City Royals, who need to make big moves after a frustrating ALDS finish this past season, secured a big piece of their starting rotation after agreeing to a three-year, $51 million contract with RHP Michael Wacha, per ESPN’s Jeff Passan. The deal will earn Wacha $18 million in 2025 and 2026 and $14 […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are rumored to make a full-court press to sign free agent Juan Soto this offseason, per Z101 Digital. Soto just finished his first season with the New York Yankees, and is considered the most sought-after prospect this winter. Soto has many suitors including the Yankees. The New York Mets, Los Angeles […]

The San Diego Padres’ agreement with one of their top prospects, Cesar Altagracia, has been terminated after it was revealed that he had falsified documents and lied about his age, according to Jorge Castillo and Alden Gonzalez of ESPN. “The teenager, who assumed the name Cesar Altagracia, verbally agreed to sign with the Padres for […]

In a swift response to a circulating rumor, Jon Heyman of the New York Post firmly corrected false information regarding a supposed lucrative offer to Juan Soto from the New York Mets. Initially tweeted by Dan Clark, the rumor claimed that the Mets had proposed a staggering $660 million deal over 12 years to Soto. […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have decided to exercise Miguel Rojas’ club option for the 2025 season, valuing it at $5 million, as Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic confirmed. This move solidifies Rojas’ place on the team following a year marked by steady performance, a challenging injury, and drama. “Dodgers are picking up Miguel Rojas’ $5 […]

Veteran reliever David Robertson of the Texas Rangers has made a pivotal career decision by not exercising his $7 million mutual option for the 2025 season, thus becoming a free agent. The decision triggers a $1.5 million buyout and marks a significant transition for Robertson as he explores opportunities beyond the Rangers. “From the Rangers: […]

The Chicago Cubs missed out on the playoffs for the fourth straight year this season. The team hasn’t won a postseason game since 2017. Chicago was unable to improve on its 83-win 2023 campaign in a disappointing 2024 season. The Cubs will attempt to rework the roster in an effort to get back to the […]

The New York Yankees are preparing to begin their journey back to the World Series after falling to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 2024 Fall Classic. Yes, the journey begins in the offseason as New York needs to address specific needs on the roster. One such need is in the bullpen. Luke Weaver emerged […]

For the eighth time in franchise history, the Los Angeles Dodgers are World Series champions. It was a fantastic campaign capped off in the best way possible, but the ball club doesn’t have any time to waste when it comes to pending free agents. In fact, eight different players will hit the open market. In […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers reportedly exercised their club option on catcher Austin Barnes Saturday, per Robert Murray of FanSided. The option is worth $3.5 million. Barnes, 34, is the Dodgers backup catcher. He does not receive the most attention, but Barnes still made a big impact for the Dodgers amid their World Series run in […]

The Baltimore Orioles made the surprising decision to acquire Chicago White Sox designated hitter Eloy Jimenez at the trade deadline. On Saturday, the Orioles made the unsurprising decision to move on from Jimenez. Baltimore has declined Jimenez’s $16.5 million club option for 2025, according to MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand. The 27-year-old DH is now a free […]

The Milwaukee Brewers were one of baseball’s best squads in the regular season, finishing 93-69 and winning the NL Central by 10 games. However, they’re shaking up the roster after getting upset by the New York Mets in the Wild Card. The Brewers let go of veteran catcher Gary Sanchez and minor-leaguer Owen Miller on […]

The Atlanta Braves and manager Brian Snitker are getting an early start on shaping their future roster for the 2025 MLB season. They announced via social media that they had signed LHP Aaron Bummer on a two-year contract worth $13 million. The Braves also signed RHP Reynaldo Lopez to a three-year contract worth $30 million. […]

The Milwaukee Brewers are bringing back a key arm for the 2025 season. The ball club has picked up Freddy Peralta’s $8 million player option, per Jon Heyman. This wasn’t a surprise by any means. While Peralta initially came up to the big leagues in 2018, it wasn’t until 2021 where he solidified himself as […]

The New York Yankees reportedly are expected to extend Gerrit Cole’s contract for one more year at $36 million to keep him off of the free agent market, according to Jim Bowden. On Saturday, Gerrit Cole announced that he was opting out of his nine-year, $324 million contract. As noted above, the Yankees can void […]

The San Diego Padres had another good season in 2024, bringing the championship-winning Los Angeles Dodgers to the brink of elimination in the NLDS. However, they could have a new-look lineup in 2025 if veteran infielder Ha-Seong Kim leaves. Kim opted out of his contract, while relief pitcher Wandy Peralta opted into the ’25 season, […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks find themselves with an interesting update about Joc Pederson and Merrill Kelly’s contract situations. Pederson has declined his end of a mutual option, source tells ESPN, according to Jesse Rogers. Not to mention that Arizona is picking up Merrill Kelly’s $7 million option, according to Jon Heyman of The New York Post. […]

Gerrit Cole reportedly opted out of his contract with the New York Yankees on Saturday. The Yankees can void the opt-out by adding an extra year and $36 million onto the four years and $144 million Cole’s contract already has remaining, per Kiley McDaniel of ESPN. Regardless of whether or not the Yankees decide to […]

The Chicago Cubs retained their center fielder and first baseman, Cody Bellinger on Saturday. He picked up his $27.5 million player option for the 2025 season and will not be a free agent, according to Kiley McDaniel and Jeff Passan of ESPN. The move doesn’t surprise many, as if he declined, he would’ve been a […]

New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole almost led the team to a World Series victory in 2024. The Yankees fell short against the Los Angeles Dodgers, though, and now Cole is reportedly opting out of his contract, Kiley McDaniel of ESPN reports. However, McDaniel revealed how the Yankees can void the opt out. “BREAKING: New […]

New York Mets starting pitcher Sean Manaea is reportedly intending to opt out of his contract with the team, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. The 32-year-old has a $13.5 million player option, but he pitched well enough in 2024 to earn a multi-year deal in free agency. Manaea significantly impacted the Mets’ National League Championship […]

The New York Yankees won the American League pennant in 2024, but they’ll still have a new-look squad next year. The first domino to fall is 35-year-old first baseman Anthony Rizzo. The New York Yankees moved on from Rizzo on Saturday, via ESPN’s Jorge Castillo. “The Yankees have announced they’ve declined Anthony Rizzo’s $17 million […]

The World Series has come to an end, marking the beginning of the MLB offseason. The Los Angeles Angels fired the first salvo of the Hot Stove season as they made a trade with the Atlanta Braves. On Friday, other teams made some important decisions regarding contract options. The Arizona Diamondbacks got in on the […]

The Tampa Bay Rays have activated their $10.5 million club option for infielder Brandon Lowe, ensuring his place on the roster for the 2025 season. On March 20, 2019, Lowe signed a $24 million, six-year contract extension with the Rays, which includes club options for the 2025 and 2026 seasons. Lowe has faced injury challenges […]