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New York Yankees outfielder Trent Grisham has accepted the qualifying offer, paying him $22.025 million for 2026, per ESPN’s Jeff Passan. The centerfielder was included in the Juan Soto trade with the San Diego Padres before the 2024 season. After serving as a bench player that season, Grisham was key to the Yankees’ offense in […]

The Milwaukee Brewers are currently in the early stages of what could be a highly consequential offseason for the future direction of the franchise. The Brewers are coming off a great regular season that flamed out quickly in the NLCS, where they were swept by the eventual World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers. One of […]

Injuries were a major theme for the Houston Astros in 2025. The team never managed to get back to full health throughout the year as Houston missed the playoffs for the first time since 2016. All-Star second baseman Jose Altuve managed to play 155 games for the Astros in 2025. But the 15th-year veteran played […]

The 2025-26 MLB offseason is in full swing. Random minor trades have been ongoing, and a majority of teams are making roster moves to improve ahead of the 2026 season. Teams will be heading to Spring Training in less than three months, so the pace is quick, and teams don’t have very long before they […]

The Boston Red Sox and Tampa Bay Rays agreed on an offseason trade on Tuesday. Luis Guerrero has been sent to the Rays in exchange for infielder Tristan Gray. As a result of the transaction, the Red Sox designated Nathaniel Lowe for assignment. Nathaniel Lowe has played for four different MLB teams over his seven-year […]

The Seattle Mariners and Josh Naylor agreed to a new, massive deal, that will keep him with that club a long time. Naylor agreed to a five-year deal with Seattle, worth $92.5 million. This comes as other Major League Baseball teams including the Pittsburgh Pirates were prepared to throw out millions to sign Naylor. The […]

Could the Baltimore Orioles trade Adley Rutschman this offseason? One writer thinks there is little chance of that happening, but he admits it’s not zero. The Orioles’ No. 1 overall draft pick in 2019, Rutschman made his MLB debut in 2022 and quickly established himself as Baltimore’s everyday catcher. And while he was a back-to-back […]

The Boston Red Sox made another measured offseason move as they sent Luis Guerrero to the Tampa Bay Rays and brought in infielder Tristan Gray, a deal first reported by MassLive.com’s Chris Cotillo and later detailed by MLB Network’s Mark Feinsand. The Red Sox also designated first baseman Nathaniel Lowe for assignment to clear space […]

The Boston Red Sox’s free agency conversations took a sharper turn this week as Jon Morosi weighed in on Kyle Schwarber, adding new fuel to the ongoing MLB Free Agency storyline. Interest is real, he said, but measured. “Pursuit is the word that I will use right now, as opposed to hot pursuit… I can […]

The Chicago White Sox are taking steady calls as rising MLB free agency pressure builds around their young core, highlighted by catchers Kyle Teel and Edgar Quero. Teel’s sharp debut last season impressed evaluators across the league, and his left-handed bat turned him into one of the winter’s most asked-about names. Edgar Quero, a switch […]

While the Washington Nationals are surrounded by rumors for the offseason, there are a few players that some have speculated could be traded, such as MacKenzie Gore. With Gore and the Nationals being engulfed in trade rumors, MLB insider Jeff Passan would float the idea of a potential package, including the pitcher. In Passan’s latest […]

The Atlanta Braves have had a busy offseason so far, first watching manager Brian Snitker announce his retirement and accept a role within the organization’s front office, and not long after that, hiring Walt Weiss to be their new manager. The Braves’ decision to restrict their candidacy pool to in-house was met with outrage from […]

The St. Louis Cardinals have made it clear this offseason they are looking to offload some of their older players. One player who is expected to go is Nolan Arenado, but a former player for St. Louis thinks that might be a mistake. Retired pitcher Lance Lynn thinks St. Louis can win with their veteran […]

The Philadelphia Phillies opened the offseason with a clear mission: move Nick Castellanos, secure a real trade, and carve out the financial breathing room that drives their MLB Free Agency run. But the league has been quiet. Too quiet. Executives know the Phillies free agency plans hinge on clearing Castellanos’ $20 million salary, yet no […]

The New York Mets will likely make significant changes to their roster this offseason and could potentially add an impactful bullpen arm. According to ESPN’s Jeff Passan, the Mets are interested in signing closer Devin Williams, who spent last season with the crosstown New York Yankees. “New York is in on Devin Williams, whose connections […]

With the San Francisco Giants hiring Tony Vitello as the team’s next manager, he comes from the college level with the University of Tennessee, bringing an interesting experience to the professional level. As Vitello joins the Giants as the next manager, he would speak on how the move came about to move from the college […]

The Texas Rangers hope to return to the postseason in 2026, after a disappointing 2025 season. Texas is undergoing quite a bit of change, and the Rangers hope to keep the changes coming this offseason. “The Rangers are trying to deal outfielder Adolis García and catcher Jonah Heim before Friday’s tender deadline. If they can’t get a […]

The Toronto Blue Jays may be adding one of the most highly sought-after free agents to their roster after a loss in Game 7 of the World Series. According to ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan, the Blue Jays are the leaders in the clubhouse, so to speak, to sign four-time All-Star right fielder Kyle Tucker […]

After a disappointing 2025 season, the New York Mets could look to make major changes this winter. While fans and pundits will be primarily focused on where first baseman Pete Alonso will choose to sign, there could be other players who have already played their last game in Queens. According to ESPN’s Jeff Passan, executives […]

The Tampa Bay Rays are hoping to improve in 2026, after a frustrating 2025 season. Tampa Bay is expected to struggle though to spend money due to a destitute payroll, per ESPN. The Rays are listening to offers on Brandon Lowe, due to its need to find new talent. Rays fans certainly hate to hear […]

As the Boston Red Sox are in rumors for obtaining other star players around the league, like Pete Alonso, one crucial piece that the team could be at risk of losing is Alex Bregman. While Bregman’s future with the Red Sox doesn’t seem too clear, there are a few teams that could go after the […]

With the conversation around New York Mets star Pete Alonso and becoming a free agent, there is no doubt going to be a lot of teams that will try to go after the slugger. As Alonso heads into free agency after being with the Mets, there are a few teams that have been listed that […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have won two straight World Series titles, and they may look to reunite with an impactful slugger this winter. According to ESPN’s Jeff Passan, the Dodgers could attempt to sign outfielder Cody Bellinger if the 30-year-old does not return to the New York Yankees. “Beyond the Yankees, who would like a […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates continue the search to end their Major League Baseball Playoffs drought. Pittsburgh is working this offseason to assemble some talent to help improve the team’s batting statistics. After the team failed to nab Josh Naylor, the Pirates are now looking at promoting a young player to help out the offense. “The Pirates […]

Kyle Schwarber is, without a doubt, a hot baseball commodity in MLB free agency. After a stellar 2025 season with the Philadelphia Phillies, teams are understandably interested in having his bat in their offense — the Phillies included. Should a Phillies reunion fall through, Schwarber still has several appealing destinations. One surprising team is reportedly […]

The Seattle Mariners remain interested in bringing back veteran second baseman Jorge Polanco, but the 32-year-old is expected to test the open market, creating possible competition from teams such as the Boston Red Sox and Toronto Blue Jays, according to Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic. Both clubs could enter the mix if they lose key […]

The MLB offseason has arrived, and while the Washington Nationals might be looking to make improvements that will help the club’s long-term future, the front office might not view trading starting pitcher MacKenzie Gore as a wise strategy. According to Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic, the Nationals could choose to keep Gore […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates are searching for pieces this offseason that will help lift the club. Pittsburgh hasn’t made the Major League Baseball Playoffs since 2015, and the club just suffered yet another losing season. Pittsburgh’s pitching was solid, but the hitting was not. A Pirate that is getting some trade buzz is starting pitcher Johan […]

The Chicago Cubs reached the postseason for the first time in five years in 2025, winning their first playoff series since 2017. However, Chicago faces several significant roster questions this offseason. Kyle Tucker’s future with the team is the most pressing concern. However, Shota Imanaga could also move on. Chicago is awaiting Imanaga’s decision after […]

A dispute over testimony from Los Angeles Angels vice president for human resources Deborah Johnston has intensified as the wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family of former pitcher Tyler Skaggs enters its sixth week. The conflict stems from a perjury accusation raised by the Skaggs family’s attorney, Rusty Hardin, regarding Johnston’s statements about the […]

The Seattle Mariners have made their first, and most critical, offseason splash. In a move that was a top priority, Seattle is officially bringing back first baseman Josh Naylor on a massive new contract. This was the one deal Jerry Dipoto had to get done in Mariners free agency, and it secures a core player […]

The Boston Red Sox are currently in the early stages of what could be a highly consequential offseason for the future direction of the franchise. Boston didn’t make it past the Wild Card round this year, losing to the bitter rival New York Yankees in three games and opening a slew of questions for what […]

The New York Yankees fell short of the World Series and and the ALCS this year. A year ago, the Yankees were in the World Series and lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers, so them playing baseball late in October is still the expectation in the Bronx. With free agency here, they are a team […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have all the ammunition they need to swing a deal for Washington Nationals ace MacKenzie Gore. After winning back-to-back World Series championships, Los Angeles knows that acquiring elite starting pitching remains their best path to a third consecutive title and matching the 1998-2000 Yankees. Gore represents exactly the type of controllable, […]

Dylan Cease represents the exact type of pitcher the Los Angeles Dodgers should be targeting this offseason, and if they’re willing to make a calculated investment, they can pry him away from the San Diego Padres. The right-handed starter finished the 2025 season with a 4.55 ERA in limited action, which has artificially suppressed his […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are always on the hunt for their next move in their never-ending bid to improve the roster. The reigning World Series champion is the most feared team in MLB for a reason, and on Sunday, they made a trade with the Seattle Mariners that seems rather curious but perhaps sets them […]

The Seattle Mariners traded for Josh Naylor at the MLB Trade Deadline in an effort to win the World Series. Seattle fell short of doing so, falling in the ALCS to the Toronto Blue Jays. However, Naylor had a significant impact on Seattle’s success. And it appears as if this impact will continue in 2026. […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers just won the World Series for the second year in a row. That won’t stop the team from adding talent to the roster, though. With a seemingly unlimited payroll, the Dodgers have been adding all of the best talent in free agency and through the trade market over the last couple […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are showing strong interest in veteran reliever Raisel Iglesias as they evaluate bullpen upgrades following their run to the World Series. “According to sources, the Toronto Blue Jays have emerged as a strong suitor for Cuban reliever Raisel Iglesias. Toronto is actively pursuing the veteran right-hander as they look to reinforce […]