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With the Houston Astros looking to add to their bullpen before the start of the 2024 season, they seem to have landed on one of free agency’s biggest remaining prizes, closer Josh Hader. Hader is widely considered one of, if not the, best closer in MLB currently. And while his name has been linked to […]

Former Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Marcus Stroman signed with the New York Yankees in a thrilling MLB Free Agency move. Brian Cashman and the Yankees were interested in Stroman a few years back but did not trade for him. Stroman addressed his ‘beef’ with Cashman and gave a positive outlook. Marcus Stroman is turning a […]

The Los Angeles Angels are still trying to pick up the pieces after losing Shohei Ohtani to the Los Angeles Dodgers. While the Angels won’t be able to truly replace Ohtani, Los Angeles is at least trying to add some power back into their lineup. The Angels have agreed to a minor league contract with […]

The baseball offseason is nearing an end with Spring Training right around the corner. Teams across the league have made big moves to improve their rosters. However, rumors claim the Chicago Cubs are a team to watch for the remainder of the offseason. The team may plan to make some big additions in the coming […]

Outside of Shota Imanaga, the Chicago Cubs haven’t had the explosive offseason many fans and pundits were expecting. However, the Cubs would certainly shake things up if they traded for Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase. The Cubs have shown interest in acquiring Clase, via Bruce Levine of 670 The Score. President of Baseball Operations Jed […]

The New York Yankees agreed to a contract with former Los Angeles Angels infielder Jose Rojas, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports. It is a minor league deal for Rojas, but it does include an invite to MLB spring training. Rojas features versatility. He can play second or third base, and also has experience in […]

As teams around MLB look to add pitching via the trade market, Dylan Cease of the Chicago White Sox has arguably been the hottest name available. However, any team looking to acquire Cease might need to look elsewhere for their pitching needs. The White Sox aren’t going to trade away Cease for cheap. While there […]

Believe it or not, MLB spring training games start in a little over five weeks with Opening Day now 70 days away. Teams and players will start to report to their respective camps in Arizona and Florida over the next couple of weeks, with some pitchers already starting their throwing programs and continuing rehab, including […]

The New York Yankees officially announced the signing of starting pitcher Marcus Stroman to a two-year contract with an option for 2026, and they needed to clear a spot on the 40-man roster, so they designated outfielder Oscar Gonzalez for assignment. The Yankees were looking for starting pitching help after trading much of their depth […]

The Chicago White Sox look to improve after a subpar 2023 MLB season. Chicago finished the year at 61-101 and were second-to-last in the AL Central. Jerry Reinsdorf and the White Sox are rumored to eventually leave Guaranteed Rate Field amid talks of the team building a new stadium. The White Sox could build a […]

The Toronto Blue Jays might’ve struck out in their pursuit of Shohei Ohtani. However, that hasn’t stopped the Blue Jays from building a roster ready to compete in 2024. Toronto has agreed to a deal with Cuban standout Yariel Rodriguez, via Jon Morosi of the MLB Network. While the financials aren’t yet known, Rodriguez is […]

After making the postseason in 2022, the Seattle Mariners were on the outside looking in following the 2023 campaign. As the Mariners look to get back to prominence, Seattle has added a key reliever to their bullpen mix. The Mariners have signed Austin Voth to a one-year, $1.25 million contract, via Robert Murray of FanSided. […]

Ronald Acuna Jr is one of the most electrifying players in baseball and can virtually do anything on a diamond. We saw just that last season when he not only smacked 41 home runs but also swiped 73 bags en route to his first NL MVP. But, could the Atlanta Braves star be even better? […]

Despite winning a World Series in the COVID-shortened 2020 season, the Los Angeles Dodgers have the reputation of floundering in the playoffs. Their last two showings were particularly disheartening, but the organization responded to its underachievement in a big way this offseason. After adding Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Tyler Glasnow, a club that won […]

Although the Los Angeles Dodgers have stolen most of the headlines this offseason, the Atlanta Braves remain the blueprint that major-market sports franchises should probably be following going forward. Their philosophy of locking up young, promising players to long-term contract extensions before their value potentially increases to ungodly amounts allowed them to construct the arguably […]

The New York Mets and San Francisco Giants both made intriguing additions to their pitching staff this past Friday, and now they are coming together to make a minor trade that should ideally get each franchise closer to rounding out its Spring Training roster. New York is sending catcher/outfielder Cooper Hummel to San Fran, per […]

The Washington Nationals have been in a rebuilding phase since winning the World Series in 2019. While they showed signs of life in 2023, the Nationals still need plenty of help to get back into the playoff hunt. Washington has hired Sean Doolittle as a pitching strategist, the team announced. Doolittle will now be tasked […]

As the Boston Red Sox try to stay afloat in the AL East, adding to their offense has been a major offseason discussion. The Red Sox are eyeing some of the biggest sluggers available, but Boston also has a backup plan. The Red Sox are still engaged in free agent conversation with Adam Duvall and […]

Jarren Duran was having a resurgent season for the Boston Red Sox before an injury ended it prematurely. But if the Red Sox were hoping to have Duran in their 2024 lineup, Boston’s wish has been granted. Duran has been medically cleared for spring training, via Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe. The Red Sox […]

The Baltimore Orioles are expected to be without their star closer Felix Bautista for the entire 2024 season. But if it were up to Bautista, he would be pitching for the Orioles sooner rather than later. Recovering from Tommy John surgery, Bautista’s realistic expectations are to return by 2025’s Opening Day. However, if he gets […]

The Houston Astros are looking to return to their World Series ways after losing in the ALCS in 2023. But as the Astros look to attack the AL West, Houston will have to do so without one of their best relievers. Kendall Graveman underwent surgery on his right shoulder. He is now expected to miss […]

MLB legend John Smoltz is a Hall-of-Fame pitcher who spent the majority of his career with the Atlanta Braves. Smoltz also pitched for the Boston Red Sox and St. Louis Cardinals, but is remembered for his time in Atlanta. Smoltz is currently set to compete in the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions in Orlando, […]

From manager to front office, the New York Mets have completely transformed their franchise through the offseason. As the Mets look for brighter days, New York is hoping Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s brother can help. The Mets have signed Vladi Miguel Guerrero to a deal that includes a $117,000 signing bonus, via Jesse Borek of MLB.com. […]

The San Diego Padres have undergone plenty of changes throughout the offseason. However, one thing that has remained is the Padres landing the top prospect on the international market. San Diego has signed Leodalis De Vries, via MLB.com’s Jesse Borek, Jesus Cano and AJ Cassavell. The shortstop ranked as the No.1 prospect available internationally, via […]

The St. Louis Cardinals are looking to turn things around after their disastrous 2023 performance. But even though there are high hopes surrounding the Cardinals, Oliver Marmol has heard the hot seat rumors surrounding his name. Marmol’s contract expires after the 2024 season, meaning St. Louis could move on with another poor campaign. While the […]

After a successful run as manager of the Houston Astros, Dusty Baker retired from his post following the 2023 season. But when the San Francisco Giants came calling, Baker couldn’t resist coming back to baseball. San Francisco has hired Baker to an intriguing role within their front office, via Bob Nightengale of USA Today. The […]

The Philadelphia Phillies fell just short in their quest for a World Series appearance. But as the Phillies look to run it back, Philadelphia knows they’re better off with Zack Wheeler on their roster than not. Wheeler is set to hit free agency after the 2024 season. While the Phillies have yet to sign him […]

When the Cincinnati Reds approach 2024 Opening Day, they’ll hope to have a season as success as the Detroit Lions have had. However, the Lions’ latest historic win has put the Reds in sports history infamy. The Lions defeated the Los Angeles Rams in their Wild Card matchup, 24-23. It was the first time Detroit […]

Ron Washington is heading into his first season as manager of the Los Angeles Angels in 2024, but he was part of a very successful run in recent years with the Atlanta Braves that includes the 2021 World Series title, and it resulted in general manager Alex Anthopoulos getting a contract extension through the 2031 […]

With Shota Imanaga now signed, the Chicago Cubs are forging forward with crafting their perfect 2024 roster. But to Dansby Swanson, the Cubs wouldn’t be perfect without Cody Bellinger. Swanson and his teammates were speaking at 2024’s Cubs Convention. The shortstop had a candid message about Chicago’s Bellinger plans for the upcoming season, via Marquee […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been the most busy team in baseball this offseason but that’s not stopping them from making more moves. However, the latest rumors regarding the team’s interest in Chicago White Sox pitcher, Dylan Cease, suggest a trade won’t be done. Reports indicate the Dodgers’ interest in Cease has dropped since signing […]

While the Baltimore Orioles won the AL East in 2023, the team entered the offseason in need of some pitching. The Orioles have been tied to many of the best pitchers on the trade market, but a deal doesn’t seem close. When it comes to Chicago White Sox ace Dylan Cease and Jesus Luzardo of […]

While the Texas Rangers are coming off their first World Series title in franchise history, the team has been relatively quiet throughout the offseason. The Rangers have been connected to star players such as Jordan Montgomery, but a deal for him or any upper echelon talent hasn’t come to fruition. That is because of Texas’ […]

How do you replace the best baseball talent of all time? The Los Angeles Angels are finding that out right now. No player they could reasonably add would replace Shohei Ohtani, but they are still looking to add some talent. One player they have their eyes on is utility player Kiké Hernandez, according to Ken […]

St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Adam Wainwright was one of the many professional athletes to chime in on his opinion of the Kanas City Chiefs vs. Miami Dolphins matchup. Like many, Wainwright didn’t focus on who was on the field or what the game plan looked like from either team; he was in awe of the […]

Yadier Molina, the retired legendary catcher, enters 2024 as the St. Louis Cardinals’ special assistant to the president of baseball operations. What Molina’s day-to-day role with the Cardinals is has been a little unclear. Team president John Mozeliak made an effort to clarify during an on-stage interview Saturday, according to Benjamin Hockman of STL Today: […]

The Dawg Pound is reaching thunderous levels of excitement ahead of the Cleveland Browns’ AFC Wild Card clash with the Houston Texans on Saturday. The entire city is showing its support for the team, including a local star athlete. Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez had a message for the Browns a little before the […]

Few MLB franchises have earned more benefit of the doubt than the St. Louis Cardinals. Their penchant for defying the odds and snagging a playoff berth has fueled the exasperation of rival fans for more than 20 years. Though, this model of competency and consistency suffered a rare crack in 2023. The Cards finished in […]

What makes a great team? The easy answer, of course is the players. There’s a reason why superteams are so highly touted. However, an underrated component of team-building is hiring the right person to build the team in the first place. That’s what the Los Angeles Dodgers had in mind when they hired former Seattle […]