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The Seattle Mariners are prepared to do whatever it takes to sign a free agent slugger. Kris Bryant might just be the answer in Seattle. The Bryant-Mariners rumors have been swirling ever since KB hit the open market following the conclusion of the 2021 season. However, a return to Chicago has also not been ruled […]

Baseball is finally back after a lockout that spanned the course of 99 days.  The 2022 MLB season projects to be one full of drama, storylines, star-power, upsets and so much more. So without further ado, we present to you seven bold predictions for the 2022 MLB season.  7. Cody Bellinger returns to All-Star form […]

The MLB is back! The lockout ended after a long and arduous 99 days, but it’s time to play ball. However, the offseason still has some finishing up to do before teams can take the diamond, as the MLB free agency frenzy that whipped up before the lockout still has some marquee names left to […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been one of the best teams in all of baseball in each of the last five to seven years. But in 2021, they were shocked by the Atlanta Braves in the NLCS, who then went on to win their first World Series since 1995. The loss certainly left a bad […]

The MLB lockout mercifully came to an end after 99 long days- and the league didn’t hesitate to jump into action, with the free agency period beginning the day of the agreement. With Spring Training set to officially start on March 17, there’s an excitement in the air again. However, not every player has that […]

Amid the Chicago Cubs’ pursuit of free-agent shortstop Carlos Correa, they’ve actually made another move to give them a top-notch defender. Per Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, the Cubs have signed four-time Gold Glover Andrelton Simmons to a one-year, $4 million deal. However, the franchise still plans to try and bring in Correa: A one-year […]

Despite an injury-riddled 2021 campaign, the Los Angeles Dodgers are bringing back left-hander Clayton Kershaw on a one-year deal for the 2022 season. Via Ken Rosenthal: Kershaw missed the postseason in 2021 with an elbow issue. He told @ByMcCullough today that he is healthy, but slightly behind where he normally is at this time of […]

The implementation of the universal designated hitter could end up prolonging the careers of a multitude of veteran sluggers in MLB today, including Albert Pujols. According to Univision’s Mike Rodriguez, Pujols is garnering free agency interest from the Seattle Mariners and a pair of National League teams in the St. Louis Cardinals and the Colorado […]

The San Francisco Giants enjoyed a stunning 2021 season by winning 107 games. They lost to the archrival Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLDS and then lost All-Star pitcher Kevin Gausman to the Toronto Blue Jays in free agency. Now, the Giants have replaced Gausman and made the first big splash of the post-lockout offseason. According […]

Miguel Andújar of the New York Yankees was one of the multiple victims involved in an assault on Wednesday. According to CBS Sports, the left fielder was at his farm in San Cristóbal when trespassers opened fire. Three shots were fired and one of Andújar’s relatives was struck in the finger. The family member is […]

As MLB starts its spring training, the Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to make it back to the World Series and load up firepower amid several free agents departing. There are rumors floating around that LA is looking to sign star first baseman Freddie Freeman. Freeman Max Muncy, the Dodgers’ star first baseman, could either […]

With the MLB lockout over and the free agency period now once again underway, Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has one dream signing in mind for his already high-octane lineup. On Friday, Roberts was asked about longtime Atlanta Braves first baseman and current free agent Freddie Freeman. Instead of shying away from fueling speculation […]

Baseball is finally back in business after the lockout was finally ended. Now that spring training is underway, the Chicago Cubs are looking to usher in a new era on a high note. The Cubs are leaning on their current manager and former player to lead the squad. They announced that they have extended David […]

Former New York Yankees shortstop and MLB Hall of Famer Derek Jeter shockingly decided to depart the Miami Marlins and his role as CEO. The move seemingly came out of nowhere, with little indication as to what caused the ex-Yankees star to make such a decision. Former New York teammate and ace starting pitcher CC […]

The end of the MLB lockout has officially signaled the return of offseason buzz, with rumors abound regarding trades and free agency. The New York Yankees were one of the quieter teams when it came to pre-lockout transactions, as fans were clamoring for the team to sign one of the marquee free agents available. Anything […]

Now that baseball is officially back, player movement will be in full swing. One of the biggest prizes on the free agent market is that of former Chicago Cubs slugger, Kris Bryant. Well, Philadelphia Phillies All-Star Bryce Harper is reportedly doing some campaigning to bring Bryant to Philly, according to MLB Network’s Jon Heyman. NL […]

The New York Yankees’ swift demise in the playoffs was a fitting ending for a very disappointing season. They have to make a lot of moves to contend now with Aaron Judge’s contract expiration looming. The Evil Empire hasn’t made any serious splashes yet, likey because they aren’t ready to run the risk of surrendering […]

Although the Atlanta Braves achieved their dream of winning the World Series, the offseason has been borderline nightmarish for them. They have yet to re-sign franchise star Freddie Freeman. Now that the lockout is officially over and spring training is underway, they need to stop beating around the bush and bring their star first baseman back. […]

With the MLB lockout finally finding resolution, the focus can now shift back to regular baseball programming such as signing players to massive new deals. Carlos Correa remains one of the biggest names out there in MLB free agency and one team reportedly emerging as a contender is the Chicago Cubs. According to the latest […]

The MLB lockout came to an end Thursday when the owners and players finally came to an agreement on a new collective bargaining agreement. But before baseball finally returned, longtime Los Angeles Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw kept himself busy with a side gig at Raising Cane’s in his hometown of Dallas. Kershaw surprised fans at […]

For the winningest franchise in MLB History, this stretch has been a disappointing one for the New York Yankees as they have failed to win a World Series crown since 2009. The organization has arguably been giving the utmost financial resources to add MLB superstars like Gerrit Cole, DJ LeMahieu, and Joey Gallo. However, talent […]

The MLB and the MLBPA have reached an agreement on a new labor deal. The resulting CBA has been officially ratified by all 30 MLB Owners. Per ESPN’s Jeff Passan, “BASEBALL IS OFFICIALLY BACK”. Owners have ratified the new collective-bargaining agreement, a source tells ESPN. Baseball is officially back. — Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) March 10, […]

The MLB lockout lasted 99 long, arduous days, but finally came to an end with a CBA agreement between the owners and the Player’s Association on Thursday. With the end of the lockout comes the return of trades and the free agency period, which is sure to excite fans, given the level of activity by […]

Baseball fans rejoice! It appears as though baseball is back. Earlier Thursday, it was reported that the MLB owners and the MLBPA have reached a tentative deal, ending the lockout. 🥳BASEBALL IS BACK🥳https://t.co/D6ksAz4Jpw — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) March 10, 2022 With baseball back in business, that means it’s time for free agency again. The Boston Red […]

It took exactly 99 days, but Baseball is finally back! As you can imagine, this development is great news to everyone’s ears. Some of the biggest stars in the game, including Los Angeles Angels superstar Mike Trout, took to Twitter to express their excitement for the end of the MLB lockout. Mike Trout, arguably the […]

The Atlanta Braves are looking to run it back in 2022 and win themselves another World Series. In order to do so, they’ll need to make a splash in free agency. Now that the MLB lockout is officially over, the Braves have yet to lock down Freddie Freeman for the future, so the possibility that […]

MLB free agency is set to re-open at 6:00 p.m. EST on Thursday after the MLBPA and MLB reached an agreement on a new Collective Bargaining Agreement. Now that baseball is officially back, free agents are able to sign with new teams ahead of Opening Day, which is scheduled for April 7. Despite having already […]

The MLB is back! After a long journey and a frustrating lockout, baseball is officially back and that means that the MLB’s free agency period is back with it. However, the sports world got a glimpse of the free agency period before the lockout began, as teams went on a spending spree, reeling in big-time […]

It’s finally over. News broke that MLB Owners and Players Union struck a deal, ending the lockout, Chicago Cubs pitcher Marcus Stroman immediately hopped on social media and began the recruiting process. He set his sights on one of the biggest fish in the sea, free agent shortstop Carlos Correa. Come through and let’s have […]

Baseball is back. After months of negotiations between the MLBPA and MLB, the two sides finally reached terms on an agreement for a new Collective Bargaining Agreement, paving the way for the Opening Day on April 7. Free agency could be opened up as soon as Thursday night, once the deal gets finalized, and there […]

After months of painful negotiations and a delayed schedule for the 2022 season, MLB is officially back in business. ESPN’s Jeff Passan reports that the MLBPA and the league have agreed to a new deal that will soon become official. MLB Network’s Jon Heyman reports that the player’s vote was 26-12 in favor of the […]

The MLB regular season is already set to be shortened, and if no resolution between the MLBPA and MLB owners is reached soon, more games could be canceled. Despite the lack of optimism surrounding the situation, there’s still a sliver of hope that the full 162-game regular season can be played in 2022. According to […]

Wednesday was another dark day for the MLB. The first two series of the season were canceled just last week, as the Player’s Association and the owners failed to come to an agreement yet again. There was a feeling that perhaps the MLB had hit rock bottom during the lockout, though that evidently wasn’t true […]

After Major League Baseball and Rob Manfred announced the decision to cancel another week of regular-season games on Wednesday, the MLBPA issued a fiery statement in retaliation. In their address, the MLBPA blasted the decision from MLB ownership to further delay Opening Day and cancel another slew of games, calling it “completely unnecessary” and sharing […]

The MLB lockout has already claimed a week of regular season games, with seemingly no end in sight as both parties continue to point the finger at the other. However, there was another slight glimmer of hope when the MLB announced a last-ditch effort that could have possibly saved a full season, laying out some […]

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen hasn’t been far from the MLB spotlight since purchasing the team. First, Cohen and the Mets made a splash by trading for former Cleveland Guardians shortstop Francisco Lindor. Then, before the lockout cut the offseason short, Cohen’s Mets went on an all-out spending spree, doling out an absurd amount […]

Major League Baseball’s ratings conundrum is about to receive some help. It was recently announced that Apple and MLB would be teaming up to offer “Friday Night Baseball” and other exciting viewing options as well. This feels like a breath of fresh air after all of the turmoil the league has faced because of the […]

In the midst of a heated MLB lockout, Chicago Cubs owner Tom Ricketts has reportedly expressed interest in purchasing an English football club. His baseball team’s newly-signed pitcher Marcus Stroman isn’t exactly being supportive. The Cubs owner has been linked to potentially purchasing the English Premier League club Chelsea as Russian oligarch and longtime owner […]

Among the hottest and most expensive cards in the hobby is a 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle card encased in a PSA 9 slab. Earlier this year, the said card sold for $5.2 million when it was auctioned off by PWCC. Just a few days ago, an NFT version of Mantle’s iconic card hit the market […]