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The New York Yankees officially announced the signing of starting pitcher Marcus Stroman to a two-year contract with an option for 2026, and they needed to clear a spot on the 40-man roster, so they designated outfielder Oscar Gonzalez for assignment. The Yankees were looking for starting pitching help after trading much of their depth […]

The New York Yankees recently agreed to a $37 million contract with starting pitcher Marcus Stroman. New York had previously been linked to starting pitcher Blake Snell, but ultimately pivoted to Stroman. So could the Yankees still sign Snell? What’s next for New York? “The Yankees, yes they have not met Blake Snell’s price,” MLB […]

With pitchers and catchers set to report for spring training in just over a month, the New York Yankees ramped up their pursuit of starting pitching. Their efforts resulted in Marcus Stroman returning to New York, this time to wear pinstripes. That signing came about after progress on a contract with free agent Blake Snell […]

Right-hander Marcus Stroman has found a new home. The 2022 All-Star agreed to a contract with the New York Yankees in free agency on Thursday, as reported by ESPN’s Jeff Passan. “Right-hander Marcus Stroman and the New York Yankees are in agreement on a contract, sources tell ESPN,” Passan wrote on Twitter. “Stroman, 32, was […]

There seems to be a new report regarding free agent pitcher Marcus Stroman almost every day and Wednesday brought the latest on the two-time All-Star hurler. Jon Heyman reports that as many as five teams are interested in Stroman at the moment, including a trio of AL East teams in the New York Yankees, Boston Red […]

Originally, it seemed as if the New York Yankees had no interest in signing Marcus Stroman. But with the MLB hot stove always burning, it appears the Yankees have had a change of heart. New York has emerged as the favorite to sign Stroman, via Jon Morosi of the MLB Network. Both sides have reportedly […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Since winning the World Series in 2015, it has all gone downhill for the Kansas City Royals. They have not finished above .500 since their breakthrough year, and in fact, they hit rock bottom in 2023, winning just 56 games, their worst win total over the past eight seasons. But it appears as though the […]

Marcus Stroman has consistently been a reliable starting pitcher over the years. Stroman is now a free agent and should be in line for a big payday. He will have plenty of interest from teams in MLB free agency. Stroman’s 2023 season was a tale of two stories. He started extremely strong on the mound […]

Last week, Marcus Stroman turned down his $21 million player option with the Chicago Cubs for the 2024 season, officially making him a free agent. The All-Star is expected to fetch a big contract this winter and it does sound like the Cubbies know they probably won’t retain the veteran. Jed Hoyer recently revealed that […]

The St. Louis Cardinals desperately need pitching and Marcus Stroman declined his $21 million contract option with the Chicago Cubs. Could Stroman follow in Willson Contreras’ footsteps and ditch Chicago for St. Louis? MLB insider Jon Heyman said it is a possibility. “Where does Stroman end up? That’s another interesting question,” Heyman said, via B/R […]

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks will return for his 11th season with the team in the 2024 MLB season. The Cubs exercised their 2024 option on Hendricks on Sunday, per ESPN’s Jesse Rogers. “Cubs news: The team is exercising its 2024 option on starter Kyle Hendricks, sources tell ESPN. He’ll make $16.5 million next […]

After narrowly missing out on the playoffs, the Chicago Cubs are entering the offseason looking to bolster their postseason push. But as the Cubs craft their 2024 plans, Marcus Stroman doesn’t seem to be a part of them. Chicago has no interest in bringing Stroman back in free agency, via Bob Nightengale of USA Today. […]

The Chicago Cubs had an extremely encouraging 2023 campaign, and a big reason for that was due to their pitching staff. The starting rotation finally seems to have their next ace of the future in Justin Steele, but they also got a great season from Marcus Stroman, who earned the second All-Star selection of his […]

The Baltimore Orioles were one of MLB’s best stories this season. They made their first playoff appearance since the 2016 season when they lost in the wild card round. But they were also one of the best teams in MLB this year too. They won 101 games in 2023; only the Atlanta Braves won more. […]

Justin Steele has been fantastic for the Chicago Cubs in 2023. The left-hander has emerged as an All-Star pitcher and isn’t afraid of the big moments. The Cubs are currently holding onto the third and final NL Wild Card spot. With the playoffs right around the corner, Steele recently commented on his mindset ahead of […]

The Chicago Cubs finally got their ace Marcus Stroman back in the middle of September after he missed more than a month with a rib injury. To err on the side of caution, David Ross eased the righty into action as both of his appearances since returning have come out of the bullpen. However, with […]

Chicago Cubs pitcher Marcus Stroman was one of the best starters in all of baseball to open the 2023 season. He struggled in July and later suffered an injury, ultimately landing on the IL. Stroman recently returned, however, but his pitching role is uncertain. Stroman said he is open to a bullpen role if necessary, […]

The Chicago Cubs have struggled in recent action. They still hold an NL Wild Card spot but other teams are closing in fast. Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer commented on Chicago’s 2-8 stretch as the playoffs loom, via Jesse Rogers of ESPN. “At times did I feel like we looked tired? Yes. But […]

The Chicago Cubs (78-69) have faltered a bit lately, losing five of their last seven games. They are still in prime playoff position, though. And now, the club might even have the necessary ammunition to sneak past the Milwaukee Brewers (82-64) in the National League Central. Marcus Stroman, who has been out since the end […]

The New York Mets acquired a key piece from a past trade involving Marcus Stroman on Thursday afternoon. Unfortunately, that piece is not Marcus Stroman. LHP Anthony Kay was initially dealt to the Toronto Blue Jays from the Mets. He was part of the return in exchange for sending Stroman to New York. Unfortunately, things […]

The Chicago Cubs currently trail the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Central division race. However, Chicago sits just three games back of Milwaukee as of this story’s publication. If the Cubs want to win the division, they will need players aside from their stars to step up. Additionally, Chicago needs their key guys who […]

The Chicago Cubs are in the midst of a resurgent second half of the MLB season that has them in the thick of the playoff race. There is a chance that they win the NL Central, but if not, they have a good shot of sneaking in as a wild card in the National League […]

The Chicago Cubs were not supposed to be here. A subpar start to the season foretold their fate as trade deadline sellers. Before Aug. 1 even arrived, they were improbable buyers, acquiring third baseman Jeimer Candelario. Now, the team is 65-60 and is narrowly occupying a National League Wild Card spot. Baseball, huh? This impressive […]

The Chicago Cubs have “no interest” in extending Marcus Stroman’s contract after the season, according to Bob Nightengale. The club will pay Stroman $21 million in 2024, the final year of a three-year, $71 million deal, should he choose to opt into the contract. Stroman is currently sitting out with fractured rib cage cartilage, and […]

Chicago Cubs pitcher Marcus Stroman has experienced a major setback in his aim to return to action. The 32-year-old right-hander initially joined the injured list on July 31 following his start that day. He was first scheduled to return to action on August 18 against the Chicago White Sox but, following a bullpen session in […]

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Marcus Stroman reportedly has a right rib cartilage fracture, according to Patrick Mooney of The Athletic. The Cubs have no timeline for Marcus Stroman’s return to the rotation, according to Mooney. This is a brutal blow for the Cubs, who ended up being buyers at the deadline and are hopeful to […]

Chicago Cubs fans will have to wait a little bit longer for the return of ace Marcus Stroman. Despite an announced plan for Stroman to come off the injured list and start Wednesday’s game, the Cubs said Tuesday that Stroman will in fact not start after experiencing right rib discomfort, according to Maddie Lee. Stroman […]

The Chicago Cubs opted not to trade Marcus Stroman or Cody Bellinger prior to the MLB trade deadline. Instead, Chicago opted to buy and try to compete for a playoff spot. Bellinger has continued to swing the bat well for Chicago, but Stroman has been on the injured list. Fortunately for the Cubs, Stroman is […]

The MLB trade deadline. Plenty of teams made moves. There weren’t the fireworks that some perhaps anticipated, but overall, the trade deadline was pretty busy. The Chicago Cubs were one of those teams that made some noise at the trade deadline. Despite being three games back from the NL Central-leading Cincinnati Reds, the Cubs were […]

The Chicago Cubs have been one of the hottest teams in baseball as of late and have played themselves back into the playoff discussion in the National League. After winning eight of their last 10 and pulling within four games of first place in the NL Central, the Cubs are feeling good. However, not everything […]

For weeks on end, the common belief around the big leagues is that the Chicago Cubs would be sellers at the MLB Trade Deadline. Two names consistently popping up in rumors have been Cody Bellinger and Marcus Stroman, two of the team’s most valuable trade assets. However, the Cubbies are now red-hot and with six […]

The Chicago Cubs are running out of time to determine if they should trade Marcus Stroman or Cody Bellinger. With exactly one week left until the 2023 MLB trade deadline, the Cubs haven’t committed to making Marcus Stroman and Cody Bellinger available. At least not yet. The way Chicago plays over its next two series […]

The Chicago Cubs are continually being involved in rumors surrounding the MLB trade deadline, specifically in regards to Cody Bellinger and Marcus Stroman. As of right now, it sounds like both Stroman and Bellinger will continue to be embroiled in these rumors, via MLB Network. Should the Cubs be buyers or sellers?#MLBCentral | @Feinsand pic.twitter.com/TpGqzBKonU […]

In the wake of Tuesday’s game against the Atlanta Braves, the need for pitching became even more evident for the Arizona Diamondbacks. It was a back-and-forth battle in the NL that ultimately came down to the very last out, with Arizona coming out with the victory. However, they found themselves giving up a staggering 16 […]

Tommy John surgery is far too common in today’s MLB. With pitchers throwing harder than ever, injuries are unfortunately running rampant throughout the big leagues. MLB No. 8 overall prospect and future Philadelphia Phillies star pitcher Andrew Painter, who’s just 20-years old, has been dealing with an injury in 2023. After Dave Dombrowski recently revealed […]

The Toronto Blue Jays could be trying to add pieces ahead of the MLB trade deadline. With the American League East featuring all five teams above .500, things could get really clustered over the final few weeks of the season. As it turns out, the Blue Jays are one team in on Chicago Cubs starter […]