MLB Free Agency Articles - Page 24

Of all the big name players still available in MLB free agency, Matt Chapman has had arguably the quietest offseason. But with the Toronto Blue Jays going elsewhere in the infield, Chapman has become the focal point of two franchises. The San Francisco Giants and Chicago Cubs have been deemed two prime free agent destinations […]

After missing out on Shohei Ohtani, the Toronto Blue Jays have been scouring the free agent market for some needed bats. In their quest for offense, the Blue Jays have turned to a former Red Sox slugger. Toronto has signed Justin Turner to a one-year contract, via Jon Morosi of the MLB Network. Turner will […]

Two notable hitters are still without new contracts with Spring Training less than a month away from kicking off. Former National League Most Valuable Player Cody Bellinger and five-time All-Star JD Martinez are still both on the market, each still looking for a new home for the 2024 MLB season (h/t Bob Nightengale of USA […]

Justin Turner is still available in MLB free agency. The two-time All-Star has been linked to a number of teams and he is reportedly nearing a free agency decision, per Jon Morosi of MLB Network. “Justin Turner’s free-agent decision is increasingly likely to occur this week. @redturn2’s market is helped by the fact that multiple […]

Joc Pederson is joining the Arizona Diamondbacks on a one-year deal after testing the free-agency waters. He will be a key part of a competitive team, though it’s possible that he could have had a more prominent role on another squad. Plenty of teams could have landed Pederson but he chose to join the defending […]

The Los Angeles Angels have already lost Shohei Ohtani to the Los Angeles Dodgers. But as the Angels try to pick up the pieces, the Dodgers may once again win out in the Los Angeles free agency battle. The Angels have been showing interest in utility player Kike Hernandez. However, some around the league believe […]

Brandon Crawford’s MLB playing days are not yet officially over, even if the likelihood that he will continue it with the San Francisco Giants is diminishing. The decorated veteran is willing to make a change to continue his career, though retirement is also not out of the question. According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, […]

Hector Neris has reportedly agreed to a one-year, $9 million contract with the Chicago Cubs, per Jeff Passan of ESPN. Passan provided further details of the deal, including an option for 2025. “Right-handed reliever Hector Neris and the Chicago Cubs are in agreement on a one-year, $9 million contract that includes an option for 2025, […]

The Texas Rangers and outfielder Travis Jankowski are reportedly in agreement on a one-year contract, per general manager Chris Young with MLB reporting the news. Jankowski, who spent the 2023 season in Texas, is set to make $1.7 million in 2024 with performance bonuses attached to the contract, Buster Olney of ESPN reports. Jankowski, 32, […]

The Kansas City Royals and former All-Star Adam Frazier are reportedly in agreement on a one-year contract, per Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The Frazier signing continues a rather aggressive free agency for a Royals team that has been stuck in a rebuild over the past few seasons. They have also made moves […]

The Texas Rangers’ biggest weakness going into the 2023 postseason was supposed to be their bullpen, but pitchers like Josh Sborz, Jose Leclerc and Aroldis Chapman came through in multiple clutch situations and helped the franchise clinch its first World Series title. Relievers can be volatile by nature, though, so gaining an extra boost in […]

There is less than a month away before Spring Training begins but teams aren’t even close to being done yet when it comes to adding talent via free agency. Plenty of talented players remain in free agency, with veteran starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard among those who are drawing considerable interest from plenty of teams, one […]

Before Rhys Hoskins signed with the Milwaukee Brewers, he had a number of suitors, one of which included the San Francisco Giants. And so far, San Francisco’s bid to land stars hasn’t gone their way. Names such as Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, whom the team reportedly pursued, signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers this […]

After trading for one of the best offensive players in baseball and signing a multi-time All-Star starting pitcher in MLB free agency, are the New York Yankees tightening their belt? A recent report appears to indicate an air of frugality in the Bronx, at least in the organization’s pursuit of relief pitching. “The Yankees, currently […]

The Boston Red Sox and Chicago Cubs could both use some help in their bullpen. Luckily for both teams, a former Houston Astros reliever remains available on the free agent market. Both the Red Sox and Cubs have expressed interest in right-handed reliever Ryne Stanek, via Bob Nightengale of USA Today. There is no word […]

Domingo German has been out of baseball since his controversial exit from the New York Yankees. But a path back to MLB for German is clear with numerous teams eyeing his return. The Toronto Blue Jays and Baltimore Orioles are amongst the six teams showing interest in German. The New York Mets are one of […]

The Milwaukee Brewers reportedly agreed to a minor-league contract with former Boston Red Sox infielder Christian Arroyo, per Adam McCalvy of MLB.com. Robert Murray of FanSided reports that the deal is worth $1.5 million and has $500 thousand in incentives. Milwaukee is fresh off a division title and recently signed former Philadelphia Phillies slugger Rhys […]

The Baltimore Orioles have been mentioned as a potential trade destination for Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Dylan Cease. Blake Snell and Jordan Montgomery are also still available in MLB free agency. The Orioles would benefit from pitching help, and there are options. Another pitcher in free agency who Baltimore is reportedly interested in is […]

It looked like the end of the 2023 season was Joey Votto’s swan song in the MLB, with the longtime Cincinnati Reds first baseman soaking in all the emotions amid the possibility of his retirement. But Votto is not quite done writing the story of his career in the big leagues just yet, with the […]

The Miami Marlins have stayed relatively quiet throughout the offseason as they build their post-Kim NG roster. While the Marlins did not shock the system with their latest signing, Miami has added a slugger to their roster. The Marlins have signed Trey Mancini to a minor league contract, via Jon Heyman of the New York […]

The Los Angeles Angels offseason didn’t get off to a great start as they lost the best player in baseball, Shohei Ohtani, to the Los Angeles Dodgers. However, the Angels came into the offseason knowing that would happen, and since then, they have gotten some great additions for next year’s team. The build continued on […]

First baseman Rhys Hoskins is reportedly in agreement to join the Milwaukee Brewers on a two-year deal worth $34 million, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. “BREAKING: First baseman Rhys Hoskins and the Milwaukee Brewers are finalizing a two-year, $34 million contract with an opt-out after the first season, sources tell ESPN.” Before this development, […]

The Washington Nationals are working through a rebuilding phase as they look to work their way back into contention. But at least for the start of the 2024 season, the Nationals will have a new slugger in their lineup. Washington has signed Joey Gallo to a one-year, $5 million contract, via Andrew Golden of The […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers struck gold during 2023-24 MLB Free Agency. After signing Shohei Ohtani, Los Angeles nabbed star pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Now, the team is looking to further bolster its depth with former Yankees starting pitcher James Paxton. The Dodgers could add support to their pitching core with a decisive move Los Angeles is […]

Free agent pitcher Aroldis Chapman has finally found a new home. The 35-year-old reliever is reportedly signing with the Pittsburgh Pirates on a one-year deal. Chapman is already in agreement with the Pirates, pending his physical per Robert Murray of FanSided. In a separate report by Joel Sherman of New York Post, Chapman’s deal is […]

Relief pitcher Adam Ottavino explained why he chose to opt out of his contract with the New York Mets during a recent appearance on Foul Territory. Ottavino, who is currently a free agent, cited the Mets’ “uncertainty” as the driving force behind his decision. “To be clear, I wanted to stick with the Mets,” Ottavino […]

The Chicago Cubs have been involved in many of the big rumors this offseason, and they finally managed to make one of those rumors come true when they signed Shota Imanaga to a four-year, $53 million contract in an effort to bolster their starting rotation. With Imanaga on board now, it looks like the Cubs […]

Cleveland Guardians fans want the drought to end. The team hasn’t won the World Series since 1948, and fans aren’t sure when the Guards will be able to compete for a Fall Classic victory again. They almost snapped the drought on multiple occasions during the 1990’s, reaching the World Series in 1995 and 1997. In […]

The Los Angeles Angels may be one of the biggest losers of the free agency period after witnessing the departure of two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani for the Los Angeles Dodgers, but the team is still trying to make moves on the margins that helps keep them competitive. On Friday, news broke that the Angels have […]

The Boston Red Sox and Los Angeles Angels both know what it is like to lose transcendent star power and are now looking to devise a recovery plan that convinces their respective fans not to riot. That strategy is not working to full effect, with each club having a forgettable offseason to this point. Although […]

The St. Louis Cardinals are bringing back a familiar face in 2024. The team announced it came to terms on a one-year contract with infielder Matt Carpenter on Friday. The deal is for $740,000, per Ken Rosenthal, with Carpenter also earning $5.5 million from the Atlanta Braves who released him last month. Carpenter returns to […]

The MLB free agency cycle has been a slow crawl, especially since the Los Angeles Dodgers signed Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Things should begin to pick up as Spring Training gets closer. One name gaining some steam is Jorge Soler, who spent 2023 with the Miami Marlins. The Toronto Blue Jays, Boston Red Sox, […]

The Los Angeles Angels are still trying to pick up the pieces after losing Shohei Ohtani to the Los Angeles Dodgers. While the Angels won’t be able to truly replace Ohtani, Los Angeles is at least trying to add some power back into their lineup. The Angels have agreed to a minor league contract with […]

The New York Yankees agreed to a contract with former Los Angeles Angels infielder Jose Rojas, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports. It is a minor league deal for Rojas, but it does include an invite to MLB spring training. Rojas features versatility. He can play second or third base, and also has experience in […]

The Toronto Blue Jays might’ve struck out in their pursuit of Shohei Ohtani. However, that hasn’t stopped the Blue Jays from building a roster ready to compete in 2024. Toronto has agreed to a deal with Cuban standout Yariel Rodriguez, via Jon Morosi of the MLB Network. While the financials aren’t yet known, Rodriguez is […]

After making the postseason in 2022, the Seattle Mariners were on the outside looking in following the 2023 campaign. As the Mariners look to get back to prominence, Seattle has added a key reliever to their bullpen mix. The Mariners have signed Austin Voth to a one-year, $1.25 million contract, via Robert Murray of FanSided. […]

Despite winning a World Series in the COVID-shortened 2020 season, the Los Angeles Dodgers have the reputation of floundering in the playoffs. Their last two showings were particularly disheartening, but the organization responded to its underachievement in a big way this offseason. After adding Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Tyler Glasnow, a club that won […]

MLB legend John Smoltz is a Hall-of-Fame pitcher who spent the majority of his career with the Atlanta Braves. Smoltz also pitched for the Boston Red Sox and St. Louis Cardinals, but is remembered for his time in Atlanta. Smoltz is currently set to compete in the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions in Orlando, […]

How do you replace the best baseball talent of all time? The Los Angeles Angels are finding that out right now. No player they could reasonably add would replace Shohei Ohtani, but they are still looking to add some talent. One player they have their eyes on is utility player Kiké Hernandez, according to Ken […]