MLB Free Agency Articles - Page 28

Spring Training might have already begun, but the Chicago Cubs are still striking hot on the free agent market. This past weekend, they managed to re-sign Cody Bellinger, the resurgent centerfielder, to a three-year, $80 million deal. And they’re not stopping there. The Cubs continued to add talent to their burgeoning lineup, adding a right-handed […]

It was reported early on Sunday morning that Cody Bellinger and the Chicago Cubs were in agreement on an $80 million contract in MLB free agency. The three-year deal comes after a long free agency for Bellinger. Bellinger’s contract with Chicago includes a pair of opt-outs, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. “Cody Bellinger’s salary […]

After a lengthy stint on the free agent market, Cody Bellinger has finally landed a new deal, as he’s re-signed with the Chicago Cubs on a three-year, $80 million deal. The former MVP had a monster year with the Cubs in 2023 (.307 BA, 26 HR, 97 RBI, .881 OPS), and he now gets a […]

The Boston Red Sox’s quiet offseason has led to frustration from the fans. Even superstar Rafael Devers made some eye-opening comments about the team’s current standing. The Sox are rumored to be “prioritizing” starting pitcher Jordan Montgomery in MLB free agency, but there is a catch. “Feeling per sources is Red Sox prioritizing Jordan Montgomery […]

For the first time in his big league career, Joey Votto is a free agent. He’s not back with the Cincinnati Reds after 17 seasons with the organization and with Spring Training underway, he remains unsigned. Whether that’s bothering Votto or not is unknown, but this video he posted on Friday made it feel like […]

New York Mets star Pete Alonso is headed for free agency after the 2024 campaign. But with Steve Cohen in charge, the Mets aren’t planning on losing Alonso anytime soon. Alonso will earn just over $20 million in his final year of arbitration. While his looming contract status will hang over the Mets throughout the […]

The Cincinnati Reds and former New York Yankees first baseman Mike Ford are reportedly in agreement on a contract, per Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Heyman reported details of the contract as well: “Mike Ford to the Reds on a minor league deal. $1.3M salary in majors, and another 125K in incentives. Spring […]

The Seattle Mariners have been tinkering with their roster as they try to find their perfect fit before Opening Day. In their latest move, the Mariners added a versatile former 20-home-run hitter. Seattle has signed Brian Anderson to a minor-league contract with an MLB camp invite, via Jon Heyman of The New York Post. Anderson […]

If the Boston Red Sox wanted to make some waves before Opening Day, left-handed pitcher Jordan Montgomery is still available in free agency. The Red Sox hold an upper edge over the competition when it comes to signing Montgomery. McKenzie Dirr-Montgomery, the lefty’s wife, is studying to become a doctor in Boston. That connection has […]

The Kansas City Royals and catcher Austin Nola are in agreement on a contract, the team announced Friday. Nola, a veteran catcher who can play other positions as well, will bring veteran prowess to a young Royals ball club. The deal is an MLB contract. The Royals also announced that left-handed pitcher Kris Bubic was […]

The New York Yankees made a big addition to their pitching rotation when they signed Marcus Stroman. However, with Blake Snell remaining active, many Yankees fans are wondering if New York is still interested. Hal Steinbrenner has seen the rumors tying the Yankees to Snell. But as the reigning NL Cy Young remains a free […]

The Miami Marlins have a new shortstop. Miami and former Chicago White Sox All-Star Tim Anderson are reportedly in agreement on a one-year, $5 million contract for the 2024 season, per Jesse Rogers of ESPN. Anderson was previously linked to the Marlins in MLB free agency, but an agreement wasn’t reached until Thursday. However, the […]

The San Diego Padres are just days away from playing their first 2024 spring training game, but they are still “engaged” in talks for potential additions to the squad via free agency or trade. “The one thing for us is we’ve had active conversations throughout the offseason,” Padres general manager A.J.Preller shared (h/t Robert Murray […]

It was previously reported that Tim Anderson and the Miami Marlins are connected in MLB free agency. On Wednesday, Jon Morosi confirmed that Miami has offered Anderson a contract to be the team’s shortstop. Anderson has enjoyed an impressive big league career. He is a two-time All-Star and former American League batting champion. Anderson, who […]

The Chicago Cubs and Cody Bellinger are discussing a contract according to team owner Tom Ricketts, but there isn’t much momentum toward a contract at the moment. “There’s been some discussions but it hasn’t become a negotiation yet,” Ricketts said, via Jesse Rogers of ESPN. So what is holding up negotiations? “I’m like everyone else, […]

The Milwaukee Brewers are staying active after agreeing to a two-year deal with veteran starting pitcher Brandon Woodruff, per MLB insider Jon Heyman. With Corbin Burnes now a member of the Baltimore Orioles, fans will be happy to see a familiar face staying near the top of the rotation. When he comes back, that is. […]

It was recently reported that the New York Yankees are still interested in signing Blake Snell. The report surfaced after rumors suggested New York was unlikely to sign the reigning National League Cy Young winner. Although the Los Angeles Angels and San Francisco Giants are also interested in him, Snell reportedly has an offer from […]

Amid ongoing questions about their starting pitching rotation, the Boston Red Sox are looking to strengthen the back end of their bullpen. They are agreeing to a contract with three-time All-Star Liam Hendriks, according to ESPN’s Buster Olney. The deal is for two years and $10 million guaranteed with a mutual option for 2026, per […]

The New York Yankees made a major addition to their pitching rotation when they signed Marcus Stroman. However, as the Yankees look towards Opening Day, New York is looking for even more firepower in their rotation. The Yankees are still showing strong interest in free agent Blake Snell, via Bob Nightengale of USA Today. However, […]

The New York Mets and former New York Yankees slugging first baseman Luke Voit are reportedly discussing a contract, Andy Martino of SNY reports. Nothing is official as of this story’s writing, but Martino states that an agreed-upon contract would be a minor-league deal with an invite to spring training. Mets: Luke Voit is a […]

After being placed on waivers twice by the Los Angeles Angels in 2023, veteran outfielder Randal Grichuk will hope for better fortune with the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2024. The D-Backs and the 32-year-old agreed to a deal that will pay the longtime pro $1.5 million this season, along with performance bonuses, according to ESPN’s Jeff […]

The New York Mets and first baseman/outfielder Ji-Man Choi have reportedly agreed to a minor-league contract, per Jon Heyman of the New York Post. “Mets added Ji-Man Choi on minors deal. Naver Sports 1st reported last night,” Heyman wrote Saturday on X (formerly Twitter). The Mets later confirmed the report and revealed that Choi’s contract […]

The Philadelphia Phillies and outfielder David Dahl are reportedly in agreement on a minor-league contract, per Joel Sherman of the New York Post. Dahl made his MLB debut in 2016 with the Colorado Rockies and later made the National League All-Star team in 2019. Dahl will have a chance to make the Phillies big-league ballclub […]

The Toronto Blue Jays were not shy to go after the free agent market’s biggest names, as they were one of the teams that were in for Shohei Ohtani. Alas, the Blue Jays were not able to catch the big fish. They were left to make a few smaller-scale moves like bringing in veteran hitter […]

After bolstering their rotation with the likes of Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Tyler Glasnow, the Los Angeles Dodgers have focused on perfecting their bullpen. While not the most groundbreaking signing, the Dodgers have now added a former New York Yankees and New York Mets relief pitcher to the mix. Los Angeles has signed Justin Wilson to […]

While the Miami Marlins have been involved in trade talks, they’ve yet to make a real splash in free agency. As the Marlins look to add a spark to the offense, Miami is looking into a potential Tim Anderson bounce back season. The Marlins have officially made a contract offer to Anderson, via Ken Rosenthal […]

What an unfortunate turn of events. After a breakout campaign in 2023, the Baltimore Orioles looked like they’re well on their way to becoming a powerhouse in 2024. One of their biggest weakness last season was their starting pitching. They were hoping to improve that in the upcoming season. Unfortunately, that area took a major […]

With Pitchers and catchers reporting for 2024 Spring Training, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred was asked to address some of the biggest topics and issues facing the game today. The one that is perhaps most noticeable at the current moment is the potential need for a free agency deadline, which Manfred discussed, per Bleacher Report’s Zach […]

With spring training inching closer, Jordan Montgomery still hasn’t found his home in free agency. However, there are still plenty of suitors looking to add Montgomery to their roster. The Philadelphia Phillies and San Francisco Giants have been named as potential landing spots for Montgomery, via David Schoenfield of ESPN. Both teams have a clear […]

The Texas Rangers are looking to defend the first World Series title in franchise history. However, that doesn’t mean the Rangers plan on spending much more in free agency. Texas suggested that, ‘they may be done,’ in free agency, via Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Their decision comes with Jordan Montgomery still unsigned. […]

Plenty of top-tier MLB free agents remain unsigned as 2024 Spring Training begins. One of them is outfielder/first baseman Cody Bellinger, whose talents and hard work were endorsed by New York Yankees pitcher Marcus Stroman. Stroman and Bellinger worked together with the Chicago Cubs last season, each guy having a strong campaign. The former joined […]

As spring training begins for the 30 MLB teams, there are dozens of impact players still awaiting a new contract in free agency. One of those players is veteran utility man Whit Merrifield who is reportedly narrowing down his choices for the 2024 season. Merrifield is expected to agree to terms with a team by […]

Trevor Bauer wants to pitch in MLB during the 2024 season. Bauer, who is currently a free agent, spent the 2023 season pitching in Japan but is ready to return to the big leagues. And one team he thinks would be a “great match” is the Baltimore Orioles. Bauer was asked by a fan on […]

Three-time All-Star closer Liam Hendriks is reportedly receiving interest in MLB free agency. However, Hendriks isn’t necessarily in a rush to sign before the start of the 2024 season, per Jeff Passan of ESPN. “Reliever Liam Hendriks has multiple offers and has set a deadline of Thursday to sign with a team, sources tell ESPN. […]

The Baltimore Orioles have avoided arbitration with first baseman Ryan O’Hearn, the club announced Wednesday. O’Hearn signed a new, short-term deal with Baltimore, which according to MLB insider Mark Feinsand, will pay him $3.5 million this season before the club will have a $7.5 million option for 2025. Feinsand reported that O’Hearn, if the Orioles decided […]

Pitchers and catchers are set to report for spring training, and Cody Bellinger is still a free agent. With the 2024 season just over a month away, Bellinger has yet to sign a contract in MLB free agency. Bellinger enjoyed a resurgent campaign with the Chicago Cubs in 2023, and a return to Chicago has […]

The Los Angeles Angels and reliever Drew Pomeranz are reportedly in agreement on a minor-league contract that includes an invite to spring training, per Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Jeff Fletcher of SoCal News Group initially reported that the Angels and Pomeranz were nearing a contract agreement. The Angels have placed an emphasis […]

Pitchers and catchers are about to report for Spring Training on Feb. 14, which leaves just a small window before then for the Minnesota Twins to add another pitcher. With Michael Lorenzen and Noah Syndergaard still available, could either of them be signed by Minnesota soon? The Twins were mentioned along with other clubs as […]

The New York Mets and outfielder Ben Gamel are reportedly in agreement on a minor-league contract, per Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The Mets announced that Gamel’s contract includes an invite to spring training. The signing continues a trend of depth additions for New York. It’s been a relatively quiet offseason for the […]