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As the MLB Winter Meetings kick off, don’t be surprised to see plenty of under-the-radar free agents sign with teams this week. One such player, Michael A. Taylor, could find himself in the Big Apple in 2024, as the Mets are one of six teams showing interest in the veteran outfielder, per Jon Heyman. The […]

The New York Yankees have been linked to stars such as Juan Soto and Yoshinobu Yamamoto this offseason. New York is not forgetting about depth though. The Yankees are reportedly “one of many teams” interested in relief pitcher Wandy Peralta, per Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The Yankees bullpen was their strength in […]

During his playing days, Pedro Martinez was one of the most dominant pitchers to ever play in the MLB. He is a World Series champion, a three-time Cy Young Award recipient, and an eight-time All-Star. Given his accomplishments, have you ever wondered how an MLB star like him lives? Well, wonder no more. This article […]

Chicago White Sox ace Dylan Cease is a popular trade candidate. The right-handed starting pitcher could be moved this offseason. The Los Angeles Dodgers, Atlanta Braves, and Baltimore Orioles all may try to acquire Cease, Bob Nightengale of USA Today said on Foul Territory. The White Sox are in an interesting position. They are fresh […]

The Los Angeles Angels are hot in pursuit of big time free agents such as Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Alongside the additions they plan to make on the diamond, the Dodgers have been filling out their front office with intriguing candidates. Former Pittsburgh Pirates, Minnesota Twins and Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Chris Archer has […]

The MLB Rule 5 Draft is one of the under-the-radar events of the MLB offseason. However, a number of extremely important acquisitions have occurred during the Rule 5 Draft throughout the history of MLB, making it one of the most important events of the winter meetings. Every December, the MLB holds the Rule 5 Draft. […]

The Milwaukee Brewers pitching staff could look very different in 2024. After losing one of their best starters and having another engulfed in trade rumors, the Brewers made sure to add a pair of capable pitchers to their rotation. Milwaukee has officially signed Wade Miley to a one-year, $7 million contract, via Jesse Rogers of […]

Mookie Betts is one of the most versatile superstars in MLB. He played right field, second base, and shortstop in 2023. So where will Betts spend the majority of the time in 2024? It should be noted that Betts was already expected to play more second base in 2024. Shortstop may have been a possibility, […]

As teams around the league prepared for the madness of the Winter Meetings, the Atlanta Braves were taking part in it; swinging a massive trade with the Seattle Mariners. However, the Braves have decided to make a tweak to the trade package they received. Atlanta is not expected to hold on to Marco Gonzales, via […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are still the favorite to sign Shohei Ohtani. Although nothing is guaranteed, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts is “excited” as Ohtani’s decision draws near. “It’s just a once-in-a-lifetime, once-in-a-generation and even beyond that, type of player and person,” Roberts said, via Matthew Moreno of Dodger Blue. “What an opportunity. We’re all excited […]

It seems inevitable that the San Diego Padres will trade superstar outfielder Juan Soto this offseason, and courtesy of a long-time major leaguer, the 25-year-old outfielder wants this trade saga over with so he knows where he will be playing in 2024. “He just wants this over with,” the source said, via Randy Miller of […]

Before the Winter Meetings even began, the St. Louis Cardinals added three pitchers to their rotation. However, just because the Cardinals had a fast start doesn’t mean they plan to stop making moves. St. Louis is open to trading one of their controllable outfielders, via Jon Morosi of the MLB Network. While the Cardinals seemingly […]

For the second consecutive year the Philadelphia Phillies extended their manager’s contract. The Phillies announced a one-year extension for manager Rob Thomson on Monday, tying him to the franchise through the 2025 season. Thomson took over as interim manager in June 2022 and was named to the position full-time in October, signing a two-year deal […]

All eyes are on Shohei Ohtani as the MLB Winter Meetings get underway, as the superstar pitcher/hitter hybrid is going to be expected to find a new home in the near future. The main suitors for Ohtani are well known by now, but there are rumors floating around that the Atlanta Braves could be emerging […]

The New York Mets are at a crossroads during this MLB free agency session. They can either take a more fiscally conservative approach after seeing their big spending ways backfire in 2023, or simply roll out the Brink’s truck once more. Owner Steve Cohen does not appear to be abandoning his original business model, at […]

Jim Leyland was recently elected to the Hall of Fame. Leyland, a legendary MLB manager, received plenty of praise from all over the MLB world. One of his former players, star pitcher Justin Verlander, shared a reaction to the news on X (formerly Twitter). “Congratulations Skip!! I’m so incredibly happy for you and your family! […]

The Atlanta Braves are reportedly in agreement on a trade to acquire outfielder Jarred Kelenic, left-handed pitcher Marco Gonzales and first baseman Evan White from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for right-handed pitchers Cole Phillips and Jackson Kowar, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. Jarred Kelenic was the headliner in the trade that sent closer […]

Former Pittsburgh Pirates manager Jim Leyland was inducted into the MLB Hall of Fame on Sunday night, an honor he was not expecting to get, and he revealed the emotions he felt after hearing the news. “It’s the highest honor you can get in our business, and I’m thrilled, excited, surprised and flattered,” Jim Leyland […]

Jim Leyland had a lengthy and legendary career as a Major League manager, and he was rewarded for his 22 years of service leading four major league teams Sunday as he was elected to the Major League Baseball Hall of Fame. Jim Leyland received 15 of 16 votes from the Committee. Lou Piniella (11) fell […]

Randy Arozarena is a man to watch out for in the MLB offseason, with the Tampa Bay Rays outfielder’s name popping up in trade rumors. If he’s going to be moved, the Seattle Mariners might be the potential landing spot for the talented Cuban, according to Jon Morosi of the MLB Network. “The Mariners and […]

The MLB offseason is in full swing and trade rumors are running rampant. So much so, that it sounds like the Toronto Blue Jays might be willing to deal Alek Manoah away to the San Diego Padres for Juan Soto. Nothing is official right now. However, the rumors claim that Manoah’s name has been mentioned […]

The Toronto Blue Jays have been linked to free agent Shohei Ohtani as well as Juan Soto, who is likely available in a trade with the San Diego Padres, but Toronto is also reportedly considering moving George Springer this offseason, according to Jeff Blair of SportsNet. The Blue Jays are clearly looking to make a […]

The Toronto Blue Jays and Seattle Mariners are interested in Tampa Bay Rays infielder Isaac Paredes, per MLB Network’s Jon Morosi. “Isaac Paredes is one name to watch on the trade market this week. He’s arbitration-eligible, which means the Rays will listen on him. He’s of interest to the Mariners and Blue Jays, among other […]

As Japanese star Yoshinobu Yamamoto prepares to make the jump to MLB, there has been no shortage of interested teams. But even with ample competition, the San Francisco Giants are looking to win the Yamamoto sweepstakes. San Francisco has been gaining momentum as Yamamoto’s eventual destination, via Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle. Teams […]

With the Winter Meetings now underway, the MLB rumors will be kicked up a notch. While it was known at the end of November that the New York Yankees and San Franciso Giants were interested in Korean outfielder Jung-hoo Lee, you can now add the San Diego Padres to that list. The news comes as […]

Most of the buzz surrounding the San Diego Padres’ offseason plans revolve around the anticipated trade of superstar outfielder Juan Soto. But the team is also rumored to be interested in bolstering its rotation, with Corbin Burnes’ name floating around as a possibility. The Padres need to add pitching, with just Yu Darvish and Joe […]

As the Atlanta Braves gear up for the Winter Meetings, General Manager Alex Anthopoulos has floated a compelling possibility regarding the team’s outfield configuration. In a statement that has stirred the Braves community, Anthopoulos mentioned that if the season were to start today, prospect Vaughn Grissom would be considered for the left field position. Grissom, […]

The Milwaukee Brewers are actively pursuing a deal to bring left-handed pitcher Wade Miley back into their fold following the release of Brandon Woodruff. As the free agency period unfolds, sources indicate that Miley, a seasoned veteran at 37, is likely to rejoin the Brewers for a third stint, with an agreement expected to materialize […]

In the latest round of MLB rumors, the Seattle Mariners are taking a conservative approach to their off-season strategy. Despite the enticing prospect of signing a high-caliber player like Blake Snell, the Mariners are setting expectations low for any headline-grabbing moves. Sources close to the organization suggest that the Mariners are keeping a close eye […]

Amidst the swirling MLB rumors, the Milwaukee Brewers are reportedly setting their sights on a reunion with left-handed pitcher Wade Miley. This news comes as the Brewers face a pivotal decision regarding their ace, Corbin Burnes. As the Brewers continue to engage in discussions regarding Burnes, they have not yet committed to a trade. The […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks’ quest to boost their lineup and clubhouse atmosphere has them eyeing veteran presence Justin Turner. The team, still reeling from the departure of Evan Longoria, sees Turner as the ideal candidate to fill the void left by Longoria’s leadership and offensive production. Turner, who most recently played for the Boston Red Sox, […]

In the latest swirl of MLB rumors, the Houston Astros have made it clear they are not looking to trade third baseman Alex Bregman. Despite this stance, internal discussions reveal a somber acknowledgment that Bregman’s tenure with the team could be nearing its end, not through a trade, but through free agency, which looms just […]

As MLB’s hot stove heats up, the spotlight intensifies on Shohei Ohtani, the two-way sensation, who is on the brink of making his free agency decision. Ohtani is expected to announce his team within the coming week, according to MLB insider Jon Morosi, a move that will significantly impact the market. Ohtani, the 2021 AL […]

The Atlanta Braves are heading into the 2023 winter meetings with one of the best rosters in MLB but also one of the biggest appetites for improvement. There is no shortage of ways for the reigning NL East champions to add more talent. The one name they are being increasingly linked to is Dylan Cease. […]

25-year-old Japanese pitching phenom Yoshinobu Yamamoto has been given permission by the Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) club to try his luck in the big leagues via the player posting system. While every MLB club would love to have a player such as Yoshinobu Yamamoto, MLB Insider Bob Nightengale told Dodgers Nation that he thinks either […]

The San Diego Padres are a definite wild card in this year’s MLB offseason. Their plans for the 2024 campaign are not completely clear as of now, but one thing is for certain. The organization will be active. In fact, president of baseball operations AJ Preller is currently engaging in “intensifying” trade talks for star […]

Many teams have been mentioned as potential landing spots for superstar Shohei Ohtani in MLB free agency. The one ball club that has consistenly been linked to the former Los Angeles Angels star is the Los Angeles Dodgers. And based on a recent report, it appears that has not changed. According to Ben Nicholson-Smith of […]

The New York Yankees have long been the favorite to trade for Juan Soto. The Toronto Blue Jays are reportedly emerging as the new favorite to acquire the San Diego Padres star, according to MLB insider Hector Gomez. “SOURCE: #BlueJays intensify talks with #Padres for Juan Soto. The #BlueJays now emerge as the favorites to […]

The Cincinnati Reds finally began to reap the benefits of their youth movement in 2023, when they spent much of the summer competing for a playoff spot before coming up short in the final week of the season. The outlier to the Reds youth movement was franchise legend Joey Votto, who completed his 17th season in the MLB, […]