MLB Free Agency Articles - Page 19

The New York Yankees were unable to defend their American League crown during the 2025 MLB playoffs, failing to take advantage of what seemed to be a disparity in starting pitching depth and offensive firepower. Fresh off a four-game defeat versus the Toronto Blue Jays in the AL Division Series, another trying offseason awaits. The […]

What makes the MLB postseason so heartbreaking for some teams is that, after a successful regular season in which they won the vast majority of the 162 games they played, their World Series hopes can crumble with the snap of a finger. For a Philadelphia Phillies team that’s still looking to avenge their World Series […]

Ever since winning the 2023 World Series, it’s felt like the Texas Rangers have underachieved. The team has plenty of veteran talent, not to mention a good collection of young players. However, injuries, ineffectiveness, and regression/ lack of growth have held the Rangers back. Veteran manager Bruce Bochy elected not to return. He was replaced […]

For 161 games, the New York Mets had at least a solid chance at making the NL playoff field. However, after a 4-0 loss to the Miami Marlins in their regular-season finale, the Mets did not make the postseason. After a stunning NL Championship Series (NLCS) run in 2024, much more was expected of New […]

The St. Louis Cardinals were considered to be a consistent contending ball club not that long ago. The past few years have not gone according to plan in St. Louis, however, as the Cardinals have not reached the postseason since 2022. Following another difficult season in 2025, the Cardinals may be considering a rebuild. Regardless […]

2025 did not go the way that many Atlanta Braves fans thought it would. In fact, many in the Braves organization likely did not believe that their roster would miss the postseason. However, a wicked combination of injuries, regression, and ineffectiveness doomed Atlanta to a 76-86, fourth-place finish in the NL East. Manager Brian Snitker […]

The San Diego Padres 2025 season ended with a crushing loss to the Chicago Cubs in the NL Wild Card Series, and the fallout immediately turned toward the future. Padres star Luis Arraez delivered an emotional interview that touched directly on his free agency, leaving fans wondering if he has played his final game with […]

The Baltimore Orioles entered the 2025 season hoping to compete for a World Series title. The result was the most disappointing season in Major League Baseball. Grayson Rodriguez’s extended injury absence forced pitchers like Trevor Rodgers into larger roles. In order to avoid a similar collapse, Arizona Diamondbacks ace Zac Gallen should be a top […]

Dusty Baker’s son Darren has had some good moments playing for the Washington Nationals. It appears those good moments are now over. The Nationals are agreeing to allow Baker to become a free agent, per USA Today. Darren asked the team to allow him to leave the franchise and get another playing opportunity. Darren Baker […]

The Miami Marlins will spend another year outside of the postseason picture, and their latest move reflects the challenges of building stability. Reliever Declan Cronin, who began his career with the White Sox, was released by the Marlins before undergoing Tommy John surgery this week. According to USA Today’s Bob Nightengale, the procedure took place […]

This past offseason, the New York Mets were parading themselves as the new king of New York after they stole Juan Soto from the New York Yankees by enticing him with a record-setting 15-year, $765 million contract that could reach $800 million provided that he reaches certain milestones. However, the Yankees have managed to get […]

The Philadelphia Phillies will likely play in next month’s Postseason, but there has already been chatter regarding their offseason plans. Mark Feinsand of MLB.com recently reported that league executives largely believe that All-Star Kyle Schwarber will remain with the Phillies on a four or five-year deal. “I don’t know how the Phillies let him leave,” […]

The Toronto Blue Jays lead the American League East over the New York Yankees with less than 20 games left. John Schneider has been riding with his team amid a dramatic finish. However, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Co. continue to come through in big moments. However, one of the team’s key players, Bo Bichette, could […]

The San Diego Padres are once again commanding offseason attention, with rival executives predicting general manager AJ Preller will continue his trademark aggressive style. In a report published by MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand, multiple anonymous sources suggested that Padres offseason rumors about “adding pieces” are well-founded after a flurry of midseason deals reshaped the roster. The […]

When MLB free agency rolls around, Houston Astros ace Framber Valdez will be one of the most coveted players on the market. However, there are questions about how Valdez’s recent actions could impact his future. The Astros star was embroiled in controversy after allegedly purposedly throwing at his catcher Cesar Salazar. Valdez was adamant that […]

Chicago Cubs right fielder Kyle Tucker has not had the high-powered contract year that he hoped for, and one MLB insider recently suggested that the four-time All-Star could choose to join the Los Angeles Dodgers. According to USA Today’s Bob Nightengale, rival executives think that the Dodgers might be willing to offer the 28-year-old a […]

It wasn’t long ago that the Athletics were looked at as having the potential to be one of the worst teams in MLB history. They are far from being a playoff contender, but they’ve actually played better than expected over the past season or two. Their offense, in particular, has shown flashes of brilliance. The […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates have arguably the best player in baseball. That is, of course, Paul Skenes. The former No. 1 overall pick has quickly taken over baseball. Unfortunately, it hasn’t led to many wins during his young career, as there is next to no notable talent around him on the Pirates roster. The team can’t […]

It has not been a good season in DC, as the Washington Nationals have struggled all year and will miss the playoffs again in 2025. Now, the attention turns toward the MLB offseason. Specifically, all eyes will be on MLB free agency. There are questions about the Nationals’ free agency plan and what they might […]

The St. Louis Cardinals are still technically alive in the playoff race. However, it does not look promising. When the Cardinals traded Ryan Helsley to the New York Mets, many presumed they were selling. The Cardinals’ free-agency period might be a curious case. That is because they are a medium-market team that is cautious with […]

The Minnesota Twins have had a horrible season. Sadly, it has resulted in the Twins having a fire sale and trading many key players. That should make the Twins’ free agency period interesting as the 2025 MLB offseason draws near. Overall, there will be many MLB free agents available. However, the real question is how […]

The Cincinnati Reds enter a huge series against the New York Mets, five games back of the final playoff spot. They would need to sweep the Amazins and get some help down the stretch to make the postseason. But Terry Francona’s squad is on the doorstep and has the young talent to break through. Who […]

The Atlanta Braves have been one of the most disappointing teams of the 2025 season. They came into the season as a potential championship-caliber team. In fact, ChatGPT predicted them to win the 2025 World Series. Instead, the Braves are 14 games under .500, so they will need to retool for next season. Injuries and […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks were in the World Series just two years ago. Now, they are on the outside looking in of the National League playoff picture. They were even trade deadline sellers earlier this year, as they made two of the biggest moves before the deadline when they sent Josh Naylor and Eugenio Suarez to […]

The Los Angeles Angels are set to miss the playoffs for the 10th straight season. Unfortunately, it’s been more of the same in Anaheim as the MLB offseason draws near. The Angels had a humiliating loss last week that reminded everyone how bad things are. Yet, the Angels’ free agency period could be interesting, especially […]

This winter, Kyle Tucker’s free agency is shaping up to be the storyline, and the comps getting tossed around tell you why. Evaluators see a star in his prime who hits, runs and defends at an elite level, with one prominent comparison pointing to Mookie Betts — not because their games are identical, but because […]

The Baltimore Orioles took a huge step back this season. They came into the year with championship aspirations because of their young core of former elite prospects, but instead, they have been one of the biggest disappointments in the league. The team is currently 64-76 and well out of the playoff picture, and they were […]

The Colorado Rockies are in the midst of one of the worst seasons in modern MLB history. They are currently 39-101, so although they likely won’t break the Chicago White Sox record from last season for most losses, they will likely just narrowly get past 40 wins. The team is a dumpster fire that needs […]

The Chicago Cubs are making a push to the postseason, and signing some talent along the way. Chicago is picking up former Cleveland Guardians star Carlos Santana, per the New York Post. The terms of the deal haven’t been released. Santana had several Major League Baseball teams interested in him. This season, he has posted […]

The Cincinnati Reds have leaned heavily on their young pitching staff this season, led by Cincinnati ace Hunter Greene. However, the club’s lack of consistent power hitting remains a glaring problem. That weakness has fueled speculation that the Reds could make a bold move this offseason, with free agent slugger Pete Alonso emerging as a […]

The MLB calendar hasn’t flipped to September yet, but the free agency buzz for the upcoming winter is already heating up. At the center of it all is Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker, who MLB.com has tabbed as the top driver of the 2026 free agent market. At just 28 years old, Tucker is expected […]

Kyle Schwarber has had a historic four-year run with the Philadelphia Phillies. He’s the only player to ever hit at least 38 home runs in each of his first four years with a new team. And Schwarber has saved the best for last as he’s putting together an MVP-caliber season in 2025. Even though the […]

The Boston Red Sox are in the thick of the Wild Card race at this time. Boston holds the top Wild Card spot in the American League, and they face fierce competition from the likes of the Seattle Mariners and New York Yankees. Now, they are bolstering their lineup with the addition of former Washington […]

The trade deadline has come and gone, but the Philadelphia Phillies are still busy making moves. On Monday, reports indicate that the club managed to sign a longtime pitcher of the Athletics when they used to play in Oakland. Lou Trivino, who is 33 years old, signed a minor league deal with the Phillies, according […]

Before last night’s series-opening 7-6 loss to the visiting San Diego Padres, the New York Mets had won seven games in a row. Their play lately has been superb. It has also helped the Mets lock in a game and a half lead over the Philadelphia Phillies. Now looking to get back to their winning […]

It seems the Texas Rangers are rediscovering the potential of pitcher Carl Edwards Jr., as both sides have reunited more than a decade after their first connection. On Tuesday, the Rangers signed the veteran right-hander to a minor league contract, assigning him to Triple-A Round Rock to strengthen the organization’s pitching depth. The 33-year-old returns […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks are back in the national spotlight — not just for their playoff hopes, but for a stinging comment from a former star. Ahead of his return to the desert with the Houston Astros, Christian Walker didn’t hold back, taking a jab at his former team’s handling of his free agency this past […]

The Philadelphia Phillies have made a pivotal move to bolster their bullpen by signing veteran reliever David Robertson for the remainder of the 2025 season. The 40-year-old, who has remained a free agent through the first half of the year, lands in Philadelphia on a prorated $16 million contract, per Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. […]

Today is David Wright Day for the New York Mets, as the franchise legend is set to have his jersey retired and officially inducted into the Mets Hall of Fame. On Friday, ahead of the ceremony, Wright sat down with The New York Post’s Steve Serby for a wide-ranging interview—one that quickly made waves thanks […]