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As the Detroit Tigers have worked themselves back into playoff contention, their pitching staff has been led by perennial Cy Young candidate Tarik Skubal. However, the prized left-hander may have priced himself out of Detroit. Skubal is set to be a free agent after the 2026 season. The Tigers have tried to re-sign him, but […]

The Philadelphia Phillies and the New York Yankees both lost in the Divisional Series amid high October expectations. That should lead to a lot of changes in both high-pressure markets. The Phillies may trade Bryce Harper to kickstart a retool centered around the return, and the Yankees could use an offensive spark. Does this make […]

The San Francisco Giants have made the latest managerial hire of the 2025 offseason. After missing the playoffs in both of his seasons on the bench, Bob Melvin was let go by San Francisco. President of Baseball Operations Buster Posey is now entering his second offseason and has made a big splash. The Giants hired […]

The New York Mets were expected to earn a spot in the 2025 National League playoffs. They had an encouraging run in 2024 with a strong second half to the season, a victory over the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Wild Card that was followed by a triumph over the Philadelphia Phillies in the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers turned to three words and a Shohei Ohtani photo to ignite the fanbase. A simple “Next stop: Toronto” was enough to spark reactions — as L.A. officially hits the skies to face the Blue Jays. Some Dodger fans poked fun at the next opponent — including one creating this image of […]

Just prior to the 2025 MLB trade deadline Major League Baseball launched a gambling investigation into Emmanuel Clase. The Cleveland Guardians’ All-Star reliever and teammate Luis Ortiz were placed on non-disciplinary paid leave while MLB’s inquiry played out. The investigation, which is still ongoing, sidelined both pitchers for the remainder of the 2025 season. Clase, […]

The San Francisco Giants sent shockwaves through the baseball world when they hired Tennessee baseball coach Tony Vitello as their new manager. It was an unconventional hire for San Francisco after they let go of Bob Melvin. Vitello becomes the first college baseball coach to jump from the college level to being an MLB manager. […]

The San Francisco Giants have made one of the boldest managerial decisions in modern baseball history by hiring University of Tennessee head coach Tony Vitello as their new manager. The team officially announced the move on Wednesday afternoon. The hiring is unprecedented in MLB, as never before has a college coach taken over a major […]

The Los Angeles Angels recently stunned the MLB by signing longtime catcher Kurt Suzuki as their next manager. Suzuki ended his 15-year career with the Angels, playing two seasons. He then became a special assistant in the front office. Now, Suzuki is in control and hopes to get this Angels team back on track, though […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are about to play the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series, and the team could activate Bo Bichette to play. With his impending return, many expect a Bo Bichette World Series start at designated hitter. But MLB insider Jon Morosi sees a different role for the star in the Blue […]

The energy in Canada is exceptional as the Toronto Blue Jays have made the World Series for the first time in over 30 years. Now, they will face the Los Angeles Dodgers, the defending champions, in the Fall Classic. With the matchup set, the bold World Series predictions have begun. But three Dodgers-Blue Jays World […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are fueling energy not felt inside the city since 1993. They’re sparked World Series chatter once again. But face a deep Los Angeles Dodgers pitching rotation soon in the Blue Jays’ first October classic in 32 years. The likes of Vladimir Guerrero Jr., George Springer and the rest of the hitting […]

The New York Mets, who fell short of the postseason once again, received a major health update on one of their cornerstones. According to ESPN’s Jorge Castillo, star shortstop Francisco Lindor recently underwent a right elbow debridement procedure. The Mets announced that the surgery succeeded and expect Francisco Lindor to be ready in time for […]

The offseason in Queens is getting hot as the New York Mets could be a top fit for Tarik Skubal, if the Detroit Tigers choose to trade him. Acquiring the best pitcher in baseball would be a boon, especially after the Mets collapsed to miss the playoffs. While a Mets trade for Skubal seems unlikely, […]

The San Francisco Giants are on the verge of making history with their bold move to hire Tony Vitello as their next manager. According to USA Today’s Bob Nightengale, the deal would send shockwaves across both college and professional baseball. If finalized, the hiring would make Tony Vitello the first sitting Tennessee baseball head coach, […]

The Boston Red Sox could be eyeing another massive move to strengthen their rotation, and this one might shake the entire league. According to the latest rumors surrounding Tarik Skubal, insiders have floated the idea of pairing the Tigers ace with Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet, a combination that could instantly make Boston one of […]

Paul Molitor still remembers every roar, every swing, and every electric moment from the 1993 World Series. The Hall of Famer, who joined the Blue Jays that season after a long stint with the Milwaukee Brewers, became an instant legend in Toronto. As the Dodgers and Blue Jays prepare for this year’s World Series, Molitor […]

2024 World Series MVP Freddie Freeman may be wearing Dodger blue when the Fall Classic begins, but his heart still carries the maple leaf. The Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman, who proudly identifies as Canadian through his parents, shared his admiration for the Toronto Blue Jays as they prepare for their long-awaited return to the […]

The San Francisco Giants are set to make history by hiring Tennessee baseball coach Tony Vitello as their next manager to replace Bob Melvin. According to ESPN’s Pete Thamel and Jeff Passan, Vitello, 47, will become the first coach to jump directly from college baseball to managing in the MLB without any professional experience. Tennessee […]

The Chicago Cubs made one of the boldest moves of the past offseason, landing All-Star outfielder Kyle Tucker in a blockbuster deal with the Houston Astros. In exchange, the Cubs gave up infielder Isaac Paredes, right-hander Hayden Wesneski, and top prospect Cam Smith. Smith ranks as MLB Pipeline’s No. 73 overall talent. The Cubs made […]

With the Major League Baseball season nearing its end, several teams are already looking at ways to improve for 2026. One player who is getting all kinds of trade buzz and speculation is Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal. There are now three more teams hoping to land Skubal, according to an MLB.com report. Those teams […]

The Detroit Tigers are facing one of their biggest decisions in years, and all eyes — and rumors — are on Tarik Skubal. Entering his final season before free agency, the Tigers ace has become the centerpiece of ongoing rumors across MLB. The question now is whether Detroit will commit to a massive long-term deal […]

Los Angeles sports fans got a double dose of star power this week as Los Angeles Dodgers ace Blake Snell was spotted at the Los Angeles Lakers season opener before flying to Game 1 of the 2025 World Series vs. the Toronto Blue Jays. The two-time Cy Young winner looked relaxed while taking in the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are four games away from winning the World Series. Okay, technically, the series could go as many as seven games regardless of who pulls out the win, but the Dodgers have only lost one game over three series, including seven wins in eight tries against the teams that finished ahead of […]

The Toronto Blue Jays didn’t just punch their ticket to the World Series Monday night— they made Canadian sports broadcasting history in the process. The Blue Jays thrilling 4-3 win over the Seattle Mariners in Game 7 of the ALCS drew the highest average audience ever for a baseball broadcast in Canada. According to Sportsnet, […]

With the World Series rapidly approaching, fans of the Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays are eagerly awaiting the day when they get to see their favorite player hold up the Commissioner’s Trophy and take a shiny new ring home for their troubles. Will it be Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, Blake Snell, […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are preparing for their showdown vs. the Toronto Blue Jays in the 2025 World Series, but for first baseman Freddie Freeman, the trip to Toronto for Game 1 brings more than just championship stakes—it’s personal. The Dodgers star holds dual Canadian-American citizenship, with both his parents born in Canada. His mother, […]

The Toronto Blue Jays have won the American League pennant, returning to the World Series after a 32-year drought. They beat the Seattle Mariners 4-3 in Game 7 of the ALCS to finally win the pennant. The Blue Jays have a date with the defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers. These bold predictions will have to […]

Cody Bellinger always seemed like a natural fit with the New York Yankees, and his one year in pinstripes seems to have reflected that. The former MVP hit .272 in 2025 with 29 home runs, 13 stolen bases and a 125 OPS+. It was good enough for Bellinger to opt out of his contract, which […]

With the Toronto Blue Jays officially set as the Los Angeles Dodgers’ World Series foes, manager Dave Roberts has settled on his Game 1 and 2 starters as the boys in blue travel north of the border for a pair of games at the Rogers Centre. Taking to social media to note the skipper’s plan, Orange […]

Starting pitching will not be the New York Yankees’ top priority this offseason — nor should it be. The Yankees’ American League pennant defense fell short in the ALDS as Max Fried and Carlos Rodon turned in subpar performances at the worst possible time, but both are still All-Stars, and Fried will get his share […]

The Los Angeles Angels have reportedly picked Kurt Suzuki to be their next manager, choosing their former catcher over other big-name candidates, including Albert Pujols. MLB insider Ken Rosenthal seems to think Suzuki has all the tools necessary to succeed as a manger, though he’s not sure if Suzuki — or anyone — can succeed […]

The San Diego Padres just made the 2025 Major League Baseball postseason. San Diego lost a National League Wild Card series to the Chicago Cubs. The Padres are looking for a new manager, as they prepare for 2026. The Padres are interviewing former MLB star Albert Pujols for the job, per the San Diego Union-Tribune. […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are headed back to the World Series for the first time since 1993, thanks in large part to ALCS MVP Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Guerrero hit .385 with three home runs and a bonkers 1.330 OPS over the seven-game series against the Seattle Mariners. He struck out just twice all series. His […]

As George Springer’s go-ahead home run for the Toronto Blue Jays helped massively in propelling the team into their first World Series since 1993, beating the Seattle Mariners 4-3 in Game 7 of the ALCS, there’s no denying the excitement around the club. While Blue Jays fans explode with happiness in reaching the World Series, […]

The Houston Astros started their offseason earlier than they have in any year since 2016, and they’re already making moves to bolster their club. Houston has signed former Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Nate Pearson to a one-year Major League contract, the Astros announced on Tuesday. The deal is for $1.38 million, according to multiple reports. […]

Throughout the ages, baseball has produced legions of great moments that last forever. That was the case in Game 7 of the ALCS, courtesy of George Springer of the Toronto Blue Jays. In the 7th inning, with the Seattle Mariners leading 3-1, Springer hit a three-run shot to give the Blue Jays a 4-3 lead. […]

The Los Angeles Angels wasted no time hiring a new manager. One day removed from seeing their rival Seattle Mariners bounced from the ALCS, LA decided to close the deal on their new manager. Kurt Suzuki, the longtime catcher who played for the Angels, is now the manager, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. “The […]

The New York Yankees had a disappointing end to the 2025 season. New York lost in the ALDS to the Toronto Blue Jays, an American League East rival. It appears that the Yankees may also have a lot of work to do this offseason, in order to keep their roster together. Yankees reliever Devin Williams […]