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The Tampa Bay Rays are coming off an impressive 2023 season. Tampa Bay made the MLB Playoffs as one of the AL Wildcard teams. Still, the Rays are not done adding support to the roster amid MLB Free Agency. The team has made a move on former New York Yankees catcher Rob Brantly. Tampa Bay […]

The New York Yankees made a move in MLB free agency on Monday. New York agreed to a contract with former Toronto Blue Jays infielder Kevin Smith, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports. Smith, 27, can play third base and shortstop. He made his MLB debut with Toronto in 2021, ultimately appearing in […]

The St. Louis Cardinals are looking to make a quick turnaround after a disappointing 2023 season. While their focus has been on the field, the Cardinals have also made an addition to their front office. St. Louis has hired Chaim Bloom as an Advisor to the President of Baseball Operations, the team announced. Bloom served […]

Japanese left-hander Shota Imanaga’s posting period expires on Thursday at 5 p.m. ET, so if he plans to make the move to Major League Baseball, he needs to sign with a team prior to that deadline. The San Francisco Giants, Boston Red Sox, Chicago Cubs and Los Angeles Angels have been tabbed by sources as […]

Wander Franco of the Tampa Bay Rays had been in prison for alleged seduction and sexual exploitation of a minor. While the case against Franco continues to be built, the Rays shortstop made bail on Monday. Franco was released from prison after paying two million pesos, equivalent to around $35,000, via Altertas Mundial, h/t MLB […]

There is a ton of uncertainty currently swirling around the Tampa Bay Rays, for reasons not just confined to the baseball product, but some things have gone quite predictably. The Rays have sold high on multiple players this offseason, as is the norm for the small-market club, completing three trades in less than a month. […]

The Miami Marlins have agreed to a deal that returns outfielder Jonathan Davis back to the organization. The Marlins outrighted Davis off the team’s 40-man roster at the end of the season rather than tender him a contract in arbitration. The deal is a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training, according to […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been the busiest team in MLB free agency, making no shortage of notable moves. Most recently, LA agreed to terms on a contract with outfielder Teoscar Hernandez after previously signing superstars Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto. The Dodgers aren’t done looking to add either. They were previously linked to reliever […]

The Seattle Mariners and the Tampa Bay Rays figured recently in a seemingly minor deal that hasn’t made a serious splash in the offseason. However, both teams appear to have some internal struggles in being on the same page about the trade that had the Rays sending outfielder Luke Raley to the Mariners for infielder […]

In a 24-hour twist, the New York Yankees are reportedly interested in signing two-time All-Star starting pitcher Marcus Stroman, per Bob Nightengale. The USA TODAY insider said Sunday that Stroman was intrigued by the idea of signing with the Yankees but that New York declined to make him an offer to that point. Now it […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers continue to dominate MLB free agency, with yet another huge acquisition. Los Angeles reportedly is in agreement with outfielder Teoscar Hernandez on a huge one-year, $23.5 million deal. The Dodgers were not without competition to land Hernandez, though, it seems their rivals for Hernandez’s services, including the Boston Red Sox, did […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers and outfielder Teoscar Hernandez are in agreement on a one-year, $23.5 million contract, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. The Dodgers were in need of one more outfielder, specifically one who is right-handed and can hit left-handed pitching, and Hernandez fits that mold. He is another significant addition for Los Angeles […]

Chicago White Sox ace has been one of the most talked about names on the trade market. However, the White Sox have been unable to get a trade done in part due to their asking price. Chicago is holding out for two premium prospects and two more prospects on top of that, via Bob Nightengale […]

Kenley Jansen had a fairly success debut for the Boston Red Sox, solidifying the ninth inning as the team’s closer. But as the Red Sox look to make a playoff push, Jansen’s name has come up in trade rumors. Boston is reportedly telling teams that Jansen is available for trade, via Bob Nightengale of USA […]

After swinging a trade for left-hander Robbie Ray, the San Francisco Giants might still be searching for starting pitching. But that search almost certainly will not end in Blake Snell wearing a Giants uniform. Despite adding a second Cy Young Award to his resume in 2023, Snell’s next deal is likely to be a big […]

After losing out on Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the New York Yankees have been searching far and wide for starting pitching help. However, Marcus Stroman appears to be one pitcher the Yankees have no interest in. Stroman has expressed a strong interest in joining the Yankees. However, New York has declined to make an offer, via Bob […]

The New York Yankees made one of the biggest moves of the offseason — of any, really — by trading for Juan Soto. But there could be another splash coming soon in the pitching department. There are numerous big names available with free agents Blake Snell and former Yankee Jordan Montgomery and trade candidate Dylan […]

What will the 2024 season hold for the New York Mets. After a disastrous 2023 season, the team has wasted no time reloading to remain competitive next year. Statements from ex-New York players traded last season, though, seem to contradict this. That’s not stopping the Mets from acquiring talent this offseason, though. The Mets already […]

Teams are going all out for Seattle Mariners outfielder Teoscar Hernandez. Hernandez has multiple MLB Free Agency suitors, including the Boston Red Sox, Los Angeles Dodgers, and the Los Angeles Angels. However, the Dodgers look to have the upper hand in the race with a new detail in his contract negotiations. Dodgers’ offer to Teoscar […]

The New York Yankees are expected to hire Pat Roessler as an assistant hitting coach, according to Greg Joyce of the New York Post. Roessler, who will join Casey Dykes as assistants under Rowson, is certainly familiar with New York city. He was the New York Mets’ hitting coach in 2018 and previously served as […]

The Los Angeles Angels are still plotting moves for improvement amid the 2023-24 MLB Free Agency season. The Angels lost Shohei Ohtani to the Los Angeles Dodgers in December, but hope is not lost for their roster. General Manager Perry Minasian provided optimism for the team’s personnel plans. The Angels believe they still have plenty […]

For many different reasons, 2023 was a rough year for Tim Anderson. His steep decline perfectly matched the Chicago White Sox’s dreadful 61-101 season, which was defined by culture questions and constant rumors. The two-time All-Star shortstop is trying to put everything behind him in MLB free agency, however, and appears to be on the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers hit it big this offseason after signing both Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto in free agency. But now there’s more information regarding Yamamoto’s contract. As it turns out, there’s an important clause regarding the minor league system. No, the Dodgers have no plans of sending Yamamoto to the minor leagues. Instead, […]

The Los Angeles Angels and pitcher Zach Plesac are agreeing to a contract. The Angels announced Plesac is signing a one-year, $1 million deal, per The Sporting Tribune. Plesac had spent his entire professional baseball career with the Cleveland Indians/Guardians. The right-handed pitcher has a 26-27 career record, with 359 strikeouts in 84 games of […]

The Chicago Cubs are apparently weighing their options in free agency right now. That’s at least what’s buzzing in the rumor mill lately. As it turns out, the organization has an interest in Rhys Hoskins, but their interest in Cody Bellinger might be holding up signing the veteran first baseman. The Cubs would like to […]

It’s the MLB offseason, baby! Some of the biggest names in the market have already found new homes, such as Shohei Ohtani. However, there are still a lot of stars looking for a new home. In particular, there are a lot of pitchers still available in the market. One of the stars still on the […]

With both the San Francisco Giants and Seattle Mariners under pressure to make moves this offseason, the two clubs came together on Friday to complete a trade centering around a former Cy Young. San Fran secures left-handed starting pitcher Robbie Ray, while Seattle adds former All-Star Mitch Haniger and right-hander Anthony DeSclafani, along with some […]

Josh Hader might be the most talked about free agent reliever on the market. However, the Los Angeles Dodgers and St. Louis Cardinals have their eyes on another impactful bullpen arm. The Dodgers and Cardinals are amongst the teams interested in Ryan Brasier, via Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The Baltimore Orioles, Texas […]

The Atlanta Braves are set to set the HBCU Baseball Classic between Grambling State and Florida A&M on the first two days of March. The series is also known as the Garr-Lucas, named after Ralph Garr and Bill Lucas, alumni of Grambling State and Florida A&M, respectively, and Hall of Fame players with the Braves. […]

The Atlanta Braves have had a busy offseason, looking to prepare their roster for a World Series run. In their latest move, the Braves signed a long-time New York Mets infielder. Luis Guillorme has agreed to a $1.1 million contract with Atlanta, via David O’Brien of The Athletic. The Braves also agreed to a one-year, […]

The Boston Red Sox are coming off a pair of last-place finishes in the American League East. They hired Craig Breslow to take over their baseball operations and presumably improve the team prior to the 2024 season. Rumors involving Boston’s interest in Seattle outfielder Teoscar Hernandez continue to surface, but the slugger may not be […]

The MLB offseason has been incredibly exciting so far and it just keeps going. Especially now after the St. Louis Cardinals and Tampa Bay Rays came to an agreement on a trade. St. Louis acquires a solid relief pitcher while Tampa receives a prospect outfielder. As it turns out, the Cardinals are beefing up their […]

A decision has been made regarding the bail of Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco, who was arrested on Jan. 1 in the Dominican Republic for commercial sexual exploitation and money laundering. “A judge has ruled that Wander Franco must post bail for 2 million Dominican pesos, about 35,000 thousand and present himself to court […]

The Milwaukee Brewers hope to remain competitive next season as they have a solid roster so far. However, the franchise decided to add some solid depth to the team after reeling in a former San Diego Padres catcher. Free agent catcher, Austin Nola, has officially signed a minor league deal with the Brewers, per Robert […]

After a 101-win season and an NL West title in 2021, the San Francisco Giants have come back down to earth over the last two years. The Giants have played .500 ball since that impressive season, and that regression was enough to cost manager Gabe Kapler his job. Bob Melvin is the new skipper in […]

The Seattle Mariners have just finalized a blockbuster trade, sending Robbie Ray to the San Francisco Giants. But as the Mariners craft their 2024 roster, Seattle still had a few more moves to make. The Mariners have acquired outfielder Luke Raley from the Tampa Bay Rays. In return, the Rays received infielder infielder Jose Caballero, […]

The San Francisco Giants are adding a former Cy Young to their starting pitching rotation after agreeing to a trade with the Seattle Mariners for left-hander Robbie Ray, per ESPN’s Jeff Passan. They are sending back outfielder Mitch Haniger and righty Anthony DeSclafani. The Giants were expected to add another high-caliber arm to their staff […]

The race for Shota Imanaga is heating up as the Japanese pitcher is expected to sign with an MLB team by the end of next week. The 30-year-old has reportedly narrowed down his list of teams to four, none of which reached the postseason in 2023. Sources tell Jim Bowden that the Boston Red Sox, […]

At this point in free agency, there remains plenty of talented players on both sides of the ball that are available. On the hitting side of things, the likes of Cody Bellinger, Matt Chapman, and Joc Pederson are all available, not to mention the returning Rhys Hoskins. However, for teams that are operating on more […]