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Barring an unforeseen situation, the Colorado Rockies aren’t expected to be true competitors in 2026. Still, they want to show improvement from their 2025 struggles. The Rockies finished 43-119, posting their fewest wins in a non-COVID shortened season. Because of that, it’s difficult to attract many big name free agents to Colorado. They were able […]

The Cincinnati Reds have made their free agency splash, signing slugger Eugenio Suarez to a one-year contract. Suarez spent seven years with the Reds from 2015-2022, smashing 189 homers in that span. After a great playoff run with the Seattle Mariners, there was not much of a market for Suarez. ESPN’s Jeff Passan broke the […]

The Los Angeles Angels are entering the 2026 season in a precarious position. They have a brand new manager in Kurt Suzuki. However, he’ll be facing a difficult task in trying to turn Los Angeles’ fortunes around. The Angels haven’t qualified for the postseason since 2014. They have finished last in the AL West each […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates have remained active all offseason, bringing in players like Brandon Lowe and Ryan O’Hearn. However, the Pirates were unable to secure one of their biggest free agency targets. Third baseman Kazuma Okamoto signed with the Toronto Blue Jays on a four-year, $60 million contract. Pittsburgh was hyped as a potential Okamoto suitor […]

The Seattle Mariners were one game away from competing for their first ever World Series title. Now, the franchise is looking to go on an even deeper playoff run. The Mariners made a big free agency splash when they re-signed first baseman Josh Naylor. Furthermore, when healthy, Seattle should have one of the most feared […]

The San Francisco Giants and infielder Luis Arraez have reportedly agreed on a contract, per Jorge Castillo of ESPN. Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports that the deal is worth $12 million. Arraez has been one of the best contact hitters in baseball, but batting average is not valued in today’s game like it once […]

The New York Yankees have made it clear they are mostly content with rolling out the team they had in place before the offseason begin, which will also include a returning Gerrit Cole at some point. Apparently, though, there is one hole general manager Brian Cashman is looking to plug in before Opening Day. An […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are having another successful offseason after winning the 2025 World Series. One key signing in free agency was relief pitcher Edwin Diaz, who is expected to serve as the closer for L.A. in 2026. On Saturday, relief pitcher Tanner Scott revealed how he felt about the club acquiring Diaz. Scott, who […]

The San Francisco Giants approach spring training with a roster that appears complete on the surface, yet it still lacks key components. Overlapping pieces cram the lineup, and the rotation lacks a reliable bridge between the club’s top arms and the developmental pitchers. As the calendar compresses, that imbalance becomes harder to ignore. With pitchers […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks remain active in shaping their roster outlook as the organization continues evaluating potential upgrades ahead of the 2026 season. Despite having a strong core in place, Arizona’s front office has made it clear that the offseason is not yet complete. Diamondbacks president Derrick Hall addressed the team’s approach Friday while speaking at […]

The San Diego Padres are looking to return to the postseason in 2026. San Diego is trying to offset the loss of starting pitcher Dylan Cease, who left the team in free agency. Another free agent hurler, Framber Valdez, is being mentioned as a possible fit for the Padres. There’s a snag though that could […]

The Chicago White Sox are looking to rebuild for the 2026 season, after trading star outfielder Luis Robert Jr. Chicago added a veteran outfielder through free agency on Saturday. The White Sox are coming to terms with free agent Austin Hays, per ESPN. Hays previously played for the Cincinnati Reds. “Hays, 30, hit 15 home […]

The Atlanta Braves added experienced pitching depth Friday with a low-risk move designed to balance flexibility and upside as spring training approaches. The Braves announced the signing of veteran left-handed pitcher Martin Perez to a minor league contract that includes a non-roster invitation to camp. The deal allows the club to evaluate Perez without using […]

The 2026 season is quickly approaching, and it appears the San Diego Padres are bringing in a veteran pitcher to add some depth to the roster. It’s a move that could bring plenty of experience to the team, as the club is making an effort to reach its third consecutive postseason appearance. Reports indicate that […]

After missing out on the playoffs in 2025, the New York Mets have stayed active in re-defining their organization. In their latest move, the Mets have added some needed catching depth. New York has signed Austin Barnes to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training, the team announced. It comes after the […]

Cody Bellinger made his stance clear this week as conversations around the 2026 World Baseball Classic begin to take shape. The New York Yankees slugger does not expect to suit up for Team USA, opting instead to prioritize his preparation for the upcoming season in the Bronx. Bellinger said his focus is firmly on the […]

The New York Yankees earned strong praise this offseason for a roster-building approach rooted in balance rather than excess. Multiple insiders have pointed to one decision that best reflects how the organization aligned short-term contention with long-term flexibility. The Yankees entered the winter needing to retain impact talent while addressing lineup balance and contact issues. […]

The San Diego Padres have had a quiet winter, not going after free agents nor being involved in any trades. Compared to the last few offseasons, that hasn’t been the case. The Padres are normally one of the more active teams in the league. The team resigned starter Michael King and signed Korean infielder Sung-Mung […]

The New York Yankees made another calculated roster adjustment Tuesday as the offseason picture starts to wrap up. A waiver claim involving pitching depth and corresponding roster moves reflects how the organization is finalizing its 40-man structure ahead of spring training. The move continues a broader offseason effort to stockpile flexible arms while preserving roster […]

The Los Angeles Angels continued reshaping their roster Tuesday with a low-risk pitching addition. The team added pitcher Osvaldo Bido through waivers in a move aimed at bolstering rotation stability. The Angels claimed the right-handed pitcher off waivers from the Miami Marlins, filling the final spot on the club’s 40-man roster as spring training approaches. […]

The Chicago Cubs have had a great offseason by bringing in third baseman Alex Bregman and keeping a majority of the core they had last season during a playoff run. The team is not done trying to improve. The Cubs clearly need starting pitching, and could get a good one by signing this former Arizona […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks have missed the playoffs in consecutive seasons since winning the National League pennant. Even adding Corbin Burnes last offseason, they could not get over the hump, partly thanks to his injury. They traded for Nolan Arenado and did not trade away Ketel Marte this offseason, setting themselves up for a run. But […]

The New York Yankees have had an oddly quiet offseason. Trent Grisham signed the qualifying offer, and they brought back Cody Bellinger on a big-money contract to reunite their elite outfield. They traded for Ryan Weathers, but many thought they would trade for another pitcher before spring. But with Freddy Peralta gone, the Yankees should […]

The Chicago Cubs made an underrated move when they signed Dylan Carlson to a minor league contract. Now, it has been revealed exactly how much the outfielder is set to earn on his new deal. Carlson will make $2 million if he reaches the major league roster, via Jon Heyman of the New York Post. […]

Luis Arraez is one of the game’s best hitters. He has elite vision, even though he does not take many walks. Arraez is a great clubhouse player, but his inability to hit for power is making it tough for him to earn a contract he feels he deserves. Arraez is a three-time batting champion. He […]

The Kansas City Royals added another layer to their pitching depth through MLB Free Agency with a minor-league deal for Aaron Sanchez that includes an invite to Spring Training, according to FanSided’s Robert Murray. For the Royals, the move blends caution with possibility. Sanchez once rose to stardom with the Toronto Blue Jays, and now […]

MLB insider Jim Bowden believes a Zac Gallen-Arizona Diamondbacks reunion is a legitimate possibility. Gallen is one of the best remaining free agent starting pitchers. He endured a down 2025 season but still features the ceiling of a superstar right-handed hurler. He’s dealt with uncertainty in free agency, but Gallen reportedly has a “robust” market, […]

Like all small-market MLB executives, Kansas City Royals general manager J.J. Picollo is forced to get creative during the offseason. He has not made a huge free agency signing or blockbuster trade, but KC’s front-office leader has completed multiple under-the-radar moves that could push the team closer toward a playoffs return. He just scooped up […]

The Minnesota Twins reached a pivotal resolution Monday, finalizing a contract with starting pitcher Joe Ryan that ensures rotation stability while quieting trade speculation surrounding the right-hander. The arbitration agreement closes a tense chapter and provides cost certainty heading into the 2026 season. Minnesota and Ryan agreed to a one-year, $6.1 million contract for 2026 […]

The San Francisco Giants made a sneaky good signing on Monday. The Giants agreed to terms on a two-year deal with center fielder Harrison Bader, who has played for a handful of teams since his major league debut with the St. Louis Cardinals. Bader began his career with the Red Birds from 2017 to 2022. […]

As Tony Vitello prepares to make over as manager, the San Francisco Giants are still building out their 2026 roster. In their latest move, the Giants found a way to bolster their outfield mix. San Francisco has signed Harrison Bader to a two-year contract, via Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. He is set to make […]

As more MLB free agents find their home, veteran first baseman Paul Goldschmidt remains available. For any team in need of a right-handed bat, the veteran is still offering his services. Goldschmidt is preparing to play in 2026, despite not currently having a contract, via Jon Morosi of the MLB Network. If/when he does suit […]

While the Detroit Tigers have made the playoffs in back-to-back seasons, they are trying to get past the Division Series. Perhaps more pitching is what the Tigers need to get over the hump. Detroit is showing interest in right-hander Lucas Giolito, via Jon Heyman of the New York Post. If he were to join the […]

The New York Mets have made a number of high-profile moves in a busy offseason. After falling just short of a Wild Card berth in 2025, New York swung for the fences this winter. But before the team’s flurry of acquisitions in late January, the Mets addressed the bullpen in the lead up to Edwin […]

As they prepare to defend back-to-back World Series titles, the Los Angeles Dodgers may need to think about their lineup Following the offseason acquisition of Kyle Tucker, one of baseball’s most reliable run producers, lineup balance has shifted from concern to opportunity. Since joining the organization in 2022, the three-time World Series champion has typically […]

The Chicago White Sox had 10 more losses than the second-worst team in the American League and remained wildly irrelevant last season, but a young core began to emerge in The South Side. Diehard fans know this club inspired more optimism than its 60-102 record suggests, for they saw the outline of a hopeful vision. […]

MLB free agency is winding down after Cody Bellinger and Bo Bichette found big-money homes. But there are still valuable assets on the market available for a low price. Luis Arraez is available in free agency, and the three-time batting champ should be courted by the Colorado Rockies, Cincinnati Reds, and more. Any team looking […]

The Chicago White Sox have been one of the more active teams throughout the offseason. After trading away Luis Robert Jr, the White Sox found a way to use some of their savings. Chicago has signed right-hander Seranthony Dominguez to a two-year, $20 million contract, via Jeff Passan of ESPN. He is expected to serve […]

Former Arizona Diamondbacks star pitcher Zac Gallen is still available in MLB free agency. While Gallen did not have the best 2025 season, he was one of the better starters in the game from 2022-2024. So, where will the 2023 All-Star end up signing this offseason? A number of ball clubs could use an ace-caliber […]