MLB Free Agency Articles - Page 11

The Philadelphia Phillies’ pursuit of Japanese pitching sensation Roki Sasaki appears to have stalled. Despite their strong interest in the 23-year-old phenom, the Phillies have not been included among the teams granted a meeting with Sasaki. “We have not been invited to talk to him at this point,” Phillies President of Baseball Operations Dave Dombrowski […]

While it was always clear that Juan Soto would go to the highest bidder this offseason, some fans speculated that the New York Yankees’ rumored mistreatment of his family played a role in his decision to leave. However, that was fake news. Soto said “that was a lie,” via ESPN’s Enrique Rojas. “Juan Soto said […]

The Houston Astros thought they had a shiny new infielder in Nolan Arenado, but he blocked the trade that would’ve shipped him out from the St. Louis Cardinals. However, Houston pivoted to free-agent first baseman Christian Walker, who’ll help stabilize its infield. The Astros agreed to a three-year, $60 million deal with Walker on Friday, […]

The Boston Red Sox have bolstered their rotation by signing left-hander Patrick Sandoval to a two-year, $18.25 million deal. Sandoval, 28, underwent Tommy John surgery last summer, sidelining him for most of 2024. Despite the injury, the Red Sox see value in the lefty, who was non-tendered by the Los Angeles Angels in November. “Left-hander […]

There is much uncertainty regarding the future of the Athletics franchise, but to their credit, they have been making moves in free agency to at least give the team some air of respectability after coming off a 69-win season in 2024. They have broken precedent by spending $67 million on a three-year deal for Luis […]

The Toronto Blue Jays lost out on Juan Soto this offseason. They threw their hats in the ring, just like they did with Shohei Ohtani, but fell short in 2024 as well. Now, they have to activate a Plan B but have not signed anyone in free agency yet. Vladimir Guerrero Jr needs an extension, […]

The New York Yankees lost Juan Soto to the New York Mets in free agency. After one year in The Bronx, he went across town and sent Brian Cashman on to Plan B. That has included Max Fried, Cody Bellinger, and Devin Williams all joining the fray. But the Yankees still need someone to play […]

The 2024 season could not have gone any worse for the Texas Rangers; their offense fell off considerably, and their pitching wasn’t able to compensate for this steep dip in hitting production. But the Rangers have been working tirelessly all offseason long to bolster the roster, and to that end, they signed veteran southpaw reliever […]

The Philadelphia Phillies have yet to make a true statement this offseason, but they are joining the free agency festivities all the same. President of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski has secured the services of outfielder Max Kepler on a one-year contract worth $10 million, per MLB.com’s Todd Zolecki. Phillie Phanatics will argue that the organization […]

The Washington Nationals and former Atlanta Braves All-Star pitcher Mike Soroka are reportedly in agreement on a contract, per Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Jesse Rogers of ESPN reports that the deal is worth $9 million for one season. Soroka, 27, was once regarded as a future superstar. He made the All-Star team in 2019, […]

The New York Yankees have had to work overtime in their quest to replace the production they’re set to lose in 2025 with the departure of Juan Soto for the New York Mets on a 15-year, $765 million contract. They have already begun reworking their outfield, acquiring Cody Bellinger in a trade with the Chicago […]

The MLB hot stove is firing, with Juan Soto, Blake Snell, Garett Crochet, and Cody Bellinger all changing teams. But one big name who has not picked a free-agency home is Roki Sasaki. The Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres will contend for the Japanese pitcher. But Jonathan Mayo of MLB.com says that the […]

The New York Mets may have acquired the services of the top free agent on the market in Juan Soto by giving him a 15-year, $765 million deal that could be worth as much as $805 million, but they know that their job this offseason to improve the roster and push it to World Series […]

The New York Yankees recently lost one of the greatest hitters ever in Juan Soto, but getting quality players who want to be in the pinstripes long-term is a good way to pivot. Two-time All-Star starting pitcher Max Fried headlines their offseason haul so far, and he’s bought in. Fried opened up about his admiration […]

Clay Holmes is embracing a major career shift after signing a three-year, $38 million contract with the New York Mets. The former Yankees closer is transitioning back to a starting role, something he hasn’t done since his minor league days. Yet Holmes’ decision to join the Mets wasn’t just about his career—it came with hopes […]

Coming off of their historically bad season, the Chicago White Sox are focused more on the future than competing for a playoff spot. However, as the White Sox evaluate their roster, they’ll now have another starting pitching option to rely on. Chicago has signed right-handed pitcher Bryse Wilson to a one-year contract, via Ken Rosenthal […]

The San Francisco Giants’ pursuit of free-agent ace Corbin Burnes is ongoing as negotiations between agent Scott Boras and the Giants’ front office, led by new president of baseball operations Buster Posey, continue on without an agreement reached yet. Initially seen as the favorite to land Burnes, the Giants now find themselves in familiar territory, […]

The MLB hot stove is firing after the big Cody Bellinger trade on Tuesday. But there are still big names available in free agency, including former Baltimore Orioles outfielder Anthony Santander. After a career year with over 40 home runs, he is trying to cash in this winter. The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal gave three key […]

The New York Mets have already done exactly what they planned to do in the 2024 offseason, signing Juan Soto to a truly absurd $765 million contract. But New York’s NL team is far from finished. Still hanging in the balance is their home-grown, four-time All-Star Pete Alonso, who remains a free agent. The first […]

The New York Yankees have made it no secret that they’re interested in Chicago Cubs first baseman and outfielder Cody Bellinger. But with trade talks stalled between the Yankees and Cubs, New York is looking at other options. Former National League MVP Paul Goldschmidt is one of them, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today. […]

Dave Roberts recently said the Los Angeles Dodgers were “close” to re-signing outfielder Teoscar Hernandez in MLB free agency. A recent report from MLB insider Hector Gomez suggests LA is dealing with heavy competition amid their pursuit of a reunion with Hernandez, though. “Star outfielder Teoscar Hernandez is looking for a 3-year deal,” Gomez wrote […]

Anthony Santander, who hit 44 home runs and was selected to the All-Star game in 2024 with the Baltimore Orioles, is being linked to a number of teams in MLB free agency. In fact, Santander is reportedly still connected to three teams while three other ball clubs were mentioned as possible suitors. The New York […]

The Baltimore Orioles bolstered their pitching rotation on Monday, signing Japanese pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano to a one-year, $13 million contract. Sugano, a right-handed starter, pitched to a 1.67 ERA in Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) for the Yomiuri Giants in 2024. He displayed pinpoint control, walking only 16 batters and striking out 111 in 156.2 innings. […]

If you’re a New York Yankees fans still reeling from Juan Soto’s decision to sign with the New York Mets, allow Giancarlo Stanton to put your mind at ease. The Yankees’ slugger met with about 150 kids at MLB’s Play Ball clinic in Puerto Rico on Monday. That’s where he encountered one young Yankees fan […]

The New York Mets made a minor roster move on Monday, signing first baseman Jared Young to a major-league contract. But with the hot stove burning and MLB predictions flying, moves like this may be bigger than they seem. Young compiled 62 career at-bats between the 2022 and 2023 seasons, hitting .210 with a whopping […]

Alex Cobb is only a year removed from an All-Star season with the San Francisco Giants, but the new Detroit Tigers pitcher admits that he considered retirement. That is, before the Tigers gave him a $15 million contract. 2024 was a rough year for Cobb, who threw a grand total of 16.1 total innings for […]

Tyler O’Neill played only one season in the American League East, but evidently it was enough to convince the Baltimore Orioles to prioritize him in the 2024 offseason. O’Neill and the Orioles agreed on a three-year, $49.5 million deal last week, sending the former Boston Red Sox player south after a 31-home-run 2024 season. The […]

Move over Toronto Blue Jays, you have company. The Boston Red Sox joined their American League East roommate and foe in the undesirable “spurned by superstars” club after failing to sign either Juan Soto or Max Fried. They did not tend to their heartbreak for long, however. Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow directed his attention […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been active this offseason, yet manager Dave Roberts suggested the team still has more plans in motion. Discussions between the Dodgers and outfielder Teoscar Hernández are ongoing as both sides work toward reaching an agreement. “I think we are close,” said the Dodgers manager. The escalating value of free-agent deals […]

The Atlanta Braves are adding some depth to their outfield. Atlanta is agreeing to a one-year contract with outfielder Bryan De La Cruz, per the team’s social media. It is a non-guaranteed contract. De La Cruz spent the 2024 season with the Miami Marlins and Pittsburgh Pirates. The veteran batted .233 on the year, with […]

With a $182 million contract in hand, Blake Snell joins the Los Angeles Dodgers as one of the biggest signings of the offseason. The two-time Cy Young Award winner brings an elite resume to Los Angeles, bolstering a rotation aiming to power the Dodgers back to the World Series. Snell’s signing signals the Dodgers’ commitment […]

The Baltimore Orioles face a significant decision this offseason as they look to fill a potential void in their rotation if Corbin Burnes, who helped lead their staff in 2024, opts to sign elsewhere. Free-agent right-hander Jack Flaherty could be a viable fallback option for the Orioles, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. “According […]

The Seattle Mariners are at the center of offseason trade discussions as interest grows around their ace, Luis Castillo. According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, the Mets, Cubs, Red Sox, and Orioles have inquired about the availability of the 32-year-old right-hander, whose value has soared following Max Fried’s massive $218 million deal with the […]

Amid the chaos of MLB free agency, the Texas Rangers have added an ex-Cincinnati Reds catcher. The 2023 World Series Champions are coming off a trying second year under legendary manager Bruce Bochy. The franchise additionally suffered a tough blow in free agency when it missed out on adding star pitcher Max Fried. Outside of […]

The Chicago Cubs are making moves this offseason, to strengthen their roster. Chicago is now interested in acquiring Miami Marlins pitcher Jesus Luzardo in a trade, per USA TODAY Sports’ Bob Nightengale. The Cubs are also shopping for a third baseman as free agency continues to heat up. The Cubs are also looking to offload Cody […]

The MLB rumor mill is running quite hot right now, and one player teams are keeping an eye on in free agency is star first baseman Christian Walker. With several big names already off the board, teams are beginning to pivot to Walker, and it sounds like he is the Seattle Mariners top free agent […]

It is difficult to call an offseason in which a team loses Juan Soto successful. However, the New York Yankees are trying their best to make this offseason a memorable one despite Soto’s decision to sign with the New York Mets. The Yankees recently signed Max Fried to a $218 million contract before acquiring Devin […]

The Chicago Cubs pulled off one of the biggest moves of the entire MLB offseason on Friday when they were able to get a trade done to acquire star outfielder Kyle Tucker from the Houston Astros. In return the Cubs sent infielder Isaac Paredes and pitcher Hayden Wesneski along with a prospect to Houston. Despite […]

The Houston Astros created some waves at the Winter Meetings involving Kyle Tucker. Reports suggested the Astros were listening to trade offers for Tucker ahead of his contract year. Houston is also still looking to re-sign veteran third baseman Alex Bregman, as well. One of these dominos fell on Friday as the Astros traded Tucker […]