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While the Baltimore Orioles have high expectations in 2026, they’ll be entering the season with infielders Jackson Holliday and Jordan Westburg on the shelf. To help remedy their injury issue, the Orioles have brought in some reinforcements. Baltimore has signed infielder Thairo Estrada to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training, via […]

A little over a month until MLB Opening Day, the Chicago Cubs have reportedly agreed to sign Michael Conforto. Baseball insider Jon Heyman posted on X, formerly Twitter, early Monday morning that Conforto, who spent last season with the Los Angeles Dodgers, was Chicago-bound. At the time of writing, no further information has been reported, […]

The Boston Red Sox had a busy offseason in Major League Baseball. Boston added some pitching talent and also made some trades, offloading a few prospects. It appears the Red Sox are still looking at ways to add even more talent to their roster, ahead of the 2026 season. The Red Sox are looking for […]

The Cleveland Guardians are entering the 2026 season hoping to make it to the playoffs for a third-straight season. In their quest for improvement, the Guardians have added a new first baseman to the mix. Cleveland is poised to sign Rhys Hoskins to a one-year minor league deal. If he were to make the majors, […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers continue reshaping their roster, adding depth with a waiver claim ahead of spring workouts. The Dodgers added outfielder Jack Suwinski off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates, bolstering their outfield mix as camp gets underway. The move reflects the organization’s continued emphasis on depth and competition as roster battles begin to intensify […]

Jazz Chisholm Jr. is going to be the New York Yankees second baseman for the 2026 season. The rising star can play multiple positions, which gives him added value on the diamond. Since he debuted with the Miami Marlins in 2020, Chisholm Jr. has played second base, shortstop, third base, centerfield, and one career start […]

The St. Louis Cardinals made a calculated move in MLB free agency, agreeing to a one-year deal with veteran infielder Ramon Urias as they continue shaping their infield depth ahead of the 2026 season. The move comes as the club evaluates its internal options and looks to add experienced depth without blocking younger players expected […]

The madness that ensued in an instantly-legendary Game 7 of the 2026 World Series makes it difficult to appreciate what Max Scherzer did on the mound for the Toronto Blue Jays. Yes, the 41-year-old only pitched 4 1/3 innings, but he gave manager John Schneider the opportunity to set up his bullpen for a potential […]

The Seattle Mariners addressed catcher depth on Wednesday by bringing back a familiar face ahead of spring training. The Mariners agreed to a minor league deal with veteran catcher Mitch Garver, adding competition behind Cal Raleigh as camp opens in Peoria. Garver, 35, spent the previous two seasons with the Mariners after signing a two-year […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates wasted little time signaling their ambitions for the 2026 season, and Marcell Ozuna delivered the message himself. As spring training ramps up in Bradenton for the Pirates, the acquisition of slugger Marcell Ozuna already feels like a defining move for a lineup that desperately needed more power. Ozuna officially joined Pittsburgh last […]

Once again, the Los Angeles Dodgers find themselves at the forefront of baseball’s financial debate, yet general manager Brandon Gomes maintains that external accolades hold no significant influence. As the Dodgers prepare for the 2026 season with a payroll approaching $400 million, rival stars Manny Machado and Bryce Harper publicly applauded the organization’s aggressive spending. […]

The New York Mets added another layer to their outfield competition Monday, agreeing to a minor-league deal with veteran Mike Tauchman. The move provides the Mets with additional depth as spring training workouts continue in Port St. Lucie. Exhibition games have not yet begun—the Mets open their 2026 Grapefruit League schedule this Saturday vs. the […]

The San Diego Padres and starting pitcher German Marquez are reportedly in agreement on a one-year contract, according to Alden Gonzalez of ESPN. It has been a busy Saturday for the Padres, who already agreed to contracts with Nick Castellanos and Griffin Canning earlier in the day. Marquez is a 30-year-old pitcher who previously spent […]

The New York Mets arrived at Spring Training with more than roster questions. Manager Carlos Mendoza used his first media session to define what Marcus Semien represents for the organization. His message focused on leadership, championship experience, and filling the offensive void created by the Brandon Nimmo trade in the offseason. The acquisition signaled a […]

The San Diego Padres are making a few moves as spring training games get ready to start in Major League Baseball. San Diego is signing former New York Mets pitcher Griffin Canning, per Major League Baseball insider Robert Murray. Canning started 16 games during the 2025 season for New York. He finished the season with […]

The Minnesota Twins continued reshaping their bullpen Saturday by signing veteran left-hander Andrew Chafin to a minor league deal with an invitation to Spring Training. As camp opens in Fort Myers, the Twins are clearly investing in bullpen depth and experience. Chafin’s signing may appear minor on paper, but in a competitive AL Central race, […]

The Baltimore Orioles reinforced their win-now approach Saturday when Chris Bassitt detailed why he chose the club in free agency. The organization continues to reshape its identity through aggressive offseason moves, and Bassitt’s comments further validated that shift. The 36-year-old right-hander signed a one-year deal earlier this week after logging 170.1 innings in 2025 and […]

A hero’s journey often involves a trip home to rediscover one’s identity while also working to evolve and become the best version of themself. Even if other teams must consider signing free agent starting pitcher Walker Buehler this offseason, the once-touted right-hander could benefit from a return to the place where he first discovered his […]

The Los Angeles Angels are reuniting with Chris Taylor, who also played several years for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Taylor’s return to the Halos was reported Thursday night by MLB insider Jon Heyman of The New York Post. Meanwhile, the deal has yet to be officially announced by the Angels, but Rhett Bollinger said that […]

The Miami Marlins continued building for the future Thursday, finalizing an MLB international signing that adds another high-upside arm to the Marlins minor league system. The club officially signed 17-year-old right-hander Yanixan Resendiz out of Mexico, reinforcing its long-term commitment to pitching development. Resendiz stands 6-foot-4 and already touches 91 mph with his fastball, an […]

The Philadelphia Phillies didn’t just make a roster move Thursday—they made a bold call. The team released outfielder and designated hitter Nick Castellanos and agreed to pay the remaining $20 million on his 2026 deal. The message was simple. Results and team chemistry matter more than money already spent. With Spring Training about to begin […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have not been idle this offseason. They have adjusted, reinforced, and recalibrated with the urgency of a franchise chasing history. And on Thursday, when they finalized Max Muncy’s contract extension, they clarified something important—L.A. is doubling down on continuity while preserving flexibility. This combination points directly to the next move. If […]

Kiké Hernandez is heading back to the Los Angeles Dodgers after signing a one-year, $4.5 million contract. Nearly as soon as the news was announced, Hernandez shared his reaction to re-joining the club. The Dodgers shared a short video of the 34-year-old utility man sending a message to fans after signing a new contract with […]

The stalemate between Nick Castellanos and the Philadelphia Phillies is finally over. The Phillies had been trying to trade him for months, but nobody wanted to take on the slugger. The Phillies even told Castellanos not to bother showing up to spring training, as both parties knew that the bond was over. On Thursday, the […]

Coming off of back-to-back World Series titles, the Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to make it a third-straight in 2026. While they already have plenty of talent on their roster, the Dodgers are turning over every rock in an effort to continually improve. Los Angeles has signed Keston Hiura to a minor league contract with […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks are aiming to get back to the postseason in 2026. The NL West Division is stacked with talent, led by the Los Angeles Dodgers, but the D-backs have beaten them in the playoffs before and know that they have the talent to win it all. They were very close in 2023. Superstar […]

Veteran relief pitcher Liam Hendriks has made his way back to the Twin Cities after reportedly agreeing to a minor league deal with the Minnesota Twins, according to MLB insider Jon Heyman, who added that the veteran reliever’s deal includes an invite to MLB camp. The 37-year-old Hendriks began his journey in the big leagues […]

The Baltimore Orioles are already seeing the impact of their marquee offseason move, as Pete Alonso has quickly become a focal point at Spring Training. The club welcomed its new slugger to Ed Smith Stadium this week, and fans responded immediately. Alonso, who signed a five-year, $155 million contract in December, reported early to camp […]

The Baltimore Orioles came crashing down to Earth last season after a fantastic 2024 campaign. One of the biggest reasons why was starting pitching. That was something Orioles’ brass was well aware of. On Wednesday, they took a big step in the right direction, signing veteran starter Chris Bassitt. Baltimore and Bassitt agreed to a […]

The Detroit Tigers made a defining offseason move when they finalized the addition of Framber Valdez, with manager AJ Hinch playing a direct role in closing the deal. The signing reshapes Detroit’s rotation and signals aggressive intent entering the 2026 season. Hinch did more than offer approval from afar. During the first week of February, […]

The Washington Nationals have added right-handed pitcher Miles Mikolas to their pitching staff amid the start of spring training. Multiple reporters relayed the news that Mikolas has joined the Nats ahead of the 2026 MLB season, as he takes another step in his journey in the big leagues. “Nats are signing veteran SP Miles Mikolas, […]

The Miami Marlins had a good year in 2025. They did not make the postseason, but they ended the year roughly four games away from making it. The Marlins aim to be another force in the National League this season, relying on their elite pitching. Their pitching has kept this team above water the last […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers made a roster acquisition on Wednesday that should help the bullpen out in the 2026 season. However, the reliever the club signed is coming off Tommy John surgery. Reports indicate that the Dodgers are bringing right-handed reliever Evan Phillips back to the roster after giving him a $6.5 million contract, according […]

The Colorado Rockies have reached an agreement with left-hander Jose Quintana on a free-agent contract, adding a veteran presence to their starting rotation ahead of Spring Training. The 37-year-old will enter his 15th major league season, bringing experience and durability to a Rockies club seeking stability after a 110-plus loss campaign in 2025. ESPN’s Jesse […]

The New York Mets entered spring training focused on roster competition and Opening Day preparation, but an unexpected visual briefly stole attention in Port St. Lucie. A routine first-day arrival turned into a viral moment when a simple piece of luggage sparked an outsized reaction. The Mets officially welcomed right-handed reliever Luke Weaver to camp […]

The Detroit Tigers made a statement Tuesday night that went beyond a routine offseason move. As rotation questions came into focus, a franchise icon officially returned home. The signing added both substance and symbolism to the Tigers’ winter. Detroit finalized a reunion with right-hander Justin Verlander on Tuesday, completing a one-year deal that immediately resonated […]

The Baltimore Orioles enter the final days before Spring Training with key questions surrounding their rotation and long-term pitching strategy. With pitchers and catchers set to report Wednesday in Sarasota, Florida, the organization addressed one of the offseason’s most debated storylines head-on. Orioles GM Mike Elias explained why the club chose not to pursue veteran […]

The Athletics have made a couple of pitching moves of late, which the team officially announced on Tuesday, including the signing of a veteran reliever following their move on Aaron Civale. “The A’s have signed RHP Scott Barlow and RHP Aaron Civale to one-year deals. To clear spots on the 40-man roster, the A’s have […]

The Chicago Cubs continue to add to a very good rotation. On Tuesday, the Cubs signed right-hander Kyle Wright to a minor-league contract and an invite to Spring Training camp. Wright has only pitched in a game for the Atlanta Braves, but he left that organization in 2023, one year after being the MLB wins […]