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The Los Angeles Dodgers are regarded as a pitching powerhouse. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Angels have struggled to develop pitching in recent years and have not made the playoffs since 2014. However, could the Dodgers implement a specific pitching strategy that the Angels used in 2022? Dodgers beat writer Juan Toribio recently revealed that a […]

For the most part, many of the big name free agents are off the board in MLB free agency this offseason. That doesn’t mean there aren’t any good players left on the market, though, as teams will now scour some of the lower-level names and see what sort of cheap deals that they can come […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers shockingly lost to the San Diego Padres in four games in the 2022 NLDS after a historic regular season. That came as a huge surprise because of their deep and talented roster, so Dodgers fans expected an instant retooling of their lineup in free agency, especially with the likes of Jacob […]

The San Diego Padres made one of the biggest splashes in free agency, signing Xander Bogaerts to an 11-year, $280,000 million contract. With Bogaerts now in San Diego, the Padres appear to be willing to trade two high-potential players. While the Padres upgraded their offense with Bogaerts, they reportedly still covert starting pitching. So much […]

The writing was on the wall for shortstop Jean Segura’s tenure with the Philadelphia Phillies the moment they inked Trea Turner to an 11-year, $300 million deal. Segura, who has been a Phillies mainstay for the past four year, has endeared himself to their fanbase due to his penchant for timely hitting and all-around lovable […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have not made many high-profile moves in free agency. The signings of JD Martinez and Noah Syndergaard could payoff in 2023, but LA didn’t bring in any superstar caliber free agents. Some fans have begun to express concern for the Dodgers’ chances of competing this season. However, this is still a […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers still do not have a clear Cody Bellinger replacement in centerfield. Players such as Chris Taylor, James Outman, and Trayce Thompson have been listed as potential centerfield options for 2023. Dodgers’ manager Dave Roberts previously got brutally honest on Thompson, per Jeff J. Snider of si.com. “Trayce is a high character […]

The San Francisco Giants are still looking to make a big splash on the open market after backing out of the Carlos Correa deal and then whiffing on the Aaron Judge sweepstakes. But in the meantime, the organization is making smaller moves. Among them is the decision to designate former All-Star infielder Tommy La Stella […]

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman told shortstop Anthony Volpe that he had a chance to take the starting job based on how he performed in spring training, Yankees play-by-play announcer Michael Kay said on the Yes Network on Tuesday. “He gets back from a long, long minor league season,” Kay said. “He goes […]

The Atlanta Braves recently signed C Sean Murphy to a 6-year, $73 million extension. Atlanta has made a habit out of extending young talent, as 6 out of their 8 current starting position players are signed to long-term extensions. Murphy commented on the Braves future after signing his deal, per David O’Brien. “You look at that […]

The Boston Red Sox are bolstering their starting rotation in free agency by signing former Cy Young winner Corey Kluber on a one-year contract, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. The 36-year-old will play the 2023 season in Boston and his deal includes a club option for the 2024 campaign. The Red Sox will pay Kluber […]

The San Francisco Giants have endured a disappointing offseason for the most part. They came into free agency with big plans. The Giants were willing to spend a lucrative amount of money to land a superstar or two. There was a moment where fans thought San Francisco landed Aaron Judge before it was deemed a […]

Just weeks after pulling off a trade for star catcher Sean Murphy, the Atlanta Braves have locked him up for six years and $73 million, adding to the list of core players who are going to be around for the foreseeable future. On Wednesday, GM Alex Anthopoulos discussed the decision to extend Murphy right away. […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are currently deciding whether or not to retain Trevor Bauer after his suspension was reduced. Fans made their initial thoughts known on the decision to reduce the suspension. And they have continued to do so as the Dodgers prepare to either keep or release the controversial starting pitcher. There has been […]

The Atlanta Braves have had an interesting offseason. They watched SS Dansby Swanson leave and sign with the Chicago Cubs in MLB free agency. However, they also pulled off a 3-team trade that saw them acquire C Sean Murphy from the Oakland Athletics. And the Braves signed Murphy to a 6-year, $73 million extension on Tuesday. […]

The New York Yankees made some big splashes in free agency, fending off various suitors in the Aaron Judge sweepstakes before doubling down and securing a six-year deal for left-hander Carlos Rodon. While the two moves were big ones, the Yankees should not take their foot off the gas in MLB free agency. As it […]

A court in the Dominican Republic has convicted 10 of the 13 people accused of attempting to murder former Major League Baseball star David Ortiz in Jun. 2019. The target of the attack was not meant to be “Big Papi” but a man who was sharing a table with Ortiz when he was shot. According […]

Catcher Sean Murphy is going to stay with the Atlanta Braves for years to come. Weeks after he was traded by the Oakland Athletics to the Braves, Murphy has reportedly agreed to a six-year deal with Atlanta worth $73 million, per MLB insider Robert Murray. Catcher Sean Murphy and the Atlanta Braves have agreed to […]

Nathan Eovaldi and the Texas Rangers are reportedly in agreement on a contract, per Robert Murray. Eovaldi, who previously pitched for the Boston Red Sox, gives the Rangers another veteran starting pitcher. Texas entered free agency with a desire to build a quality starting rotation and that is exactly what they have done. Eovaldi is […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers need a centerfielder. They non-tendered Cody Bellinger following his abysmal 2022 campaign and watched him ultimately sign with the Chicago Cubs. LA has been linked to Pittsburgh Pirates’ star centerfielder Bryan Reynolds this offseason. However, Pittsburgh’s asking price is quite steep in regards to a potential Reynolds trade. But the fact […]

The Texas Rangers are going for it. However, they happen to play in a competitive American League West division. The Houston Astros and Seattle Mariners are projected to battle for the top spot in the division in 2023. The Los Angeles Angels could also make some noise following their busy offseason. But can the Rangers, […]

Shelby Miller is looking to turn his career around with the Los Angeles Dodgers, per Mike DiGiovanna of the LA Times. The right-hander is expected to pitch out of the bullpen for Los Angeles in 2023. His signing flew under the radar, but Mark Prior and the Dodgers’ ability to get the most out of […]

42-year old veteran SP Rich Hill and the Pittsburgh Pirates are reportedly in agreement on a 1-year, $8 million contract, per Jeff Passan. The deal is pending a physical. Rich Hill is set to pitch in his 19th big league season and will turn 43-years old prior to 2023 Opening Day. Pittsburgh’s offseason has been […]

The Philadelphia Phillies shocked the MLB world by reaching the 2022 World Series. Philadelphia narrowly snuck into the playoffs before heating up and blasting their way through their difficult postseason schedule. But the fact of the matter is that the Phillies won less than 90 games last year. They had to make some moves in […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are in the market for a centerfielder. As things stand right now, LA is set to have Trayce Thompson, Chris Taylor, or even James Outman patrolling centerfield in 2023. However, Pittsburgh Pirates’ OF Bryan Reynolds profiles as a trade option for LA. But the Pirates reportedly are seeking a massive return […]

The New York Mets are in the midst of trying to save their Carlos Correa signing. Their addition of the All-Star shortstop has been delayed by concern over his physical, which nixed his previous agreement with the San Francisco Giants. According to Mike Puma of the New York Post, Correa prefers to figure things out […]

Perhaps the only thing more shocking than the New York Mets signing Carlos Correa was the now delay in finalizing the contract. While Correa’s deal with the San Francisco Giants fell through for the same reason, it appears the Mets are ready to deploy a different strategy to lock up the former World Series champion. […]

JD Martinez and the Los Angeles Dodgers recently came to terms on a 1-year, $10 million contract. The Dodgers have had a quiet offseason for the most part in 2023. Martinez and SP Noah Syndergaard highlight their primary free agency moves. With that being said, the additions of Martinez and Syndergaard should not be overlooked. […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers don’t have a set closer heading into 2023. Craig Kimbrel, who struggled in 2022, recently joined Trea Turner in Philadelphia with the Phillies. A number of pitchers have been regarded as potential Kimbrel replacements. Evan Phillips, who’s in the conversation to take over closer duties, got brutally honest on his 2022 […]

Chris Sale is one of MLB’s best pitchers when healthy. However, the left-hander has been plagued by injuries over the past few years. The Boston Red Sox’ current uncertainty has led to trade rumors in regards to Sale. The Red Sox are reportedly not looking to deal Sale. With that being said, they are willing […]

The Carlos Correa saga is one of the most unique situations we’ve seen in MLB free agency history. After reportedly agreeing to a deal with the San Francisco Giants, they found something worrying in his physical and abruptly canceled Correa’s introductory press conference. Scott Boras quickly found his client another deal within a matter of […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have endured a quiet offseason for the most part. Sure, they landed DH/OF JD Martinez and SP Noah Syndergaard. They’ve also made a flurry of minor additions to the roster. However, LA has lost Trea Turner, Justin Turner, and Cody Bellinger in free agency. And the team has yet to replace any […]

With the 2023 season right around the corner, MLB rankings are beginning to be released. One hot topic will be MLB’s best first baseman. It is difficult to refute the fact that reigning NL MVP Paul Goldschmidt was the best first baseman in 2022. But does the award automatically make him the best player at […]

The Chicago Cubs made a number of interesting free agency moves this offseason. They notably brought in SS Dansby Swanson and OF Cody Bellinger. But they made other moves which will impact the 2023 team as well.  Chicago has been in a rebuilding state over the past few seasons. They traded stars such as Kris […]

The Boston Red Sox are off to a rough start in the MLB offseason this year. They have already lost two of their best players in Xander Bogaerts and JD Martinez, both of which signed deals with new teams. They were able to snag one Justin Turner, at the very least. However, teams are already […]

The Los Angeles Angels are still trying to break through to the playoffs with Shohei Ohtani. The two-time phenom is only getting better and is in the final year of his contract, so the 2023 season is extremely important. The Angels are looking to add one more starting pitcher to their rotation and are looking […]

For the second time in a row, Carlos Correa has had medical concerns threaten a potential $300 million+ contract. But after the San Francisco Giants seemed to have cold feet on the star shortstop, it doesn’t seem to be the same for the New York Mets. Although not confirmed, Correa’s lower leg injury from eight […]

The New York Yankees have enjoyed a strong offseason. Their primary goal of re-signing OF Aaron Judge came to fruition in the form of 9 years and $360 million. New York later inked SP Carlos Rodon in free agency. They have made a number of other moves on the side as well. But have the […]

The New York Mets reportedly have concerns about Carlos Correa’s surgically repaired leg. Although the leg hasn’t given Correa much trouble during his big league career, teams are weary to dish out a long-term contract to the star shortstop. It was the primary reason for Correa’s deal with the San Francisco Giants falling apart. So […]