MLB Free Agency Articles - Page 48

The San Francisco Giants are reportedly interested in catcher Gary Sanchez, per Hector Gomez. Sanchez features no shortage of power from the catcher position. However, he’s also a strikeout-prone hitter who offers questionable defense. But he’s a player who hit more than 30 home runs on multiple occasions during his time with the New York […]

Carlos Correa previously agreed to terms on a 13-year and 12-year deal with the San Francisco Giants and New York Mets. Both deals ultimately fell apart due to concerns about Correa’s long-term health because of a lingering leg ailment. Correa most recently agreed to a 6-year, $200 million contract with the Minnesota Twins. Nothing is […]

Carlos Correa is headed back to Minnesota to re-join the Twins after agreeing to a 6-year, $200 million deal. The slugger had previously agreed to deals with the San Francisco Giants and New York Mets which both fell apart due to looming injury concerns. Minnesota could still back out since nothing is official, but the […]

The Seattle Mariners and infielder Colin Moran have agreed to terms on a minor league contract with an invite to Spring Training, per ESPN’s Kiley McDaniel. Moran, who’s been in the league since 2016, offers left-handed hitting prowess for a Mariners team that features plenty of right-handed pop. He can play multiple positions and should […]

After one of the most bizarre free-agency sagas in MLB offseason history, Carlos Correa has agreed to terms on his new contract. Only, it’s not with the New York Mets. In a shocking twist, Correa has agreed to a six-year, $200 million deal to return to the Minnesota Twins, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. The […]

It is no secret that the Los Angeles Dodgers are believed to be saving up for a Shohei Ohtani 2023 free agency run. But LA will face no shortage of competition once the Los Angeles Angels’ two-way phenom hits the open market. But another current Dodgers’ star, Julio Urias, is also set to hit free […]

The New York Yankees have had a solid offseason thus far, securing an Aaron Judge extension and the signing of Carlos Rodon. But there’s more work to be done if the Yankees want to win their first World Series title since 2009. The starting rotation appears set in stone, and it’s one of the best […]

Carlos Correa has had a really, REALLY weird offseason. He was considered one of the biggest stars on the market for most of the offseason, and for good reason. However, two failed physicals with the San Francisco Giants and the New York Mets have put a damper on the mood in New York. Despite this […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers may have two advantages should they try to pursue right-handed Los Angeles Angels pitcher Shohei Ohtani in 2023 MLB free agency, New York Post baseball columnist Jon Heyman wrote in a Friday article. “They believe the West Coast is a plus; six of seven finalists five years ago including the Dodgers […]

The Milwaukee Brewers and SP Wade Miley are in agreement on a 1-year, $4.5 million contract, per The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal. Rosenthal adds that Miley can make up to $6 million with incentives. Milwaukee started out the 2022 season on a high note. They were expected to challenge the St. Louis Cardinals for the NL […]

The New York Mets signed LHP TJ McFarland, per his MLB.com latest transactions page. The deal was originally reported in December, but seems to have recently become official as New York assigned the left-handed reliever to Triple-A Syracuse. However, McFarland has no shortage of big league experience and will likely receive a Spring Training invite. […]

MLB free agency is slowing down. The only superstar free agent who’s not technically signed to a contract is Carlos Correa at this juncture. However, he is expected to work things out with the New York Mets. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Dodgers are still looking for ways to improve their roster. They are reportedly in […]

The New York Yankees and OF Willie Calhoun came to terms on a non-roster deal, per Mark Feinsand. Feinsand adds that Calhoun will be at the Yankees’ big league camp. Some fans may overlook this deal. However, Willie Calhoun is a former highly-regarded prospect who features impressive potential. Injuries have unfortunately hampered his overall production […]

Carlos Correa remains unsigned despite agreeing to terms with two different teams so far in MLB free agency. Recent rumors have suggested that Correa could possibly reunite with the San Francisco Giants despite their previous fallout. However, Giants’ President of Baseball Operations Farhan Zaidi said Correa is focused on a deal “elsewhere at this point,” […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks and 3B Evan Longoria reportedly came to terms on a 1-year deal on Friday, per Jon Heyman. Heyman adds that the contract is worth $4 million plus $1 million in incentives. Longoria, a veteran infielder, joins an Arizona team that has certainly had a busy offseason. The Diamondbacks most recently traded C/OF […]

The Chicago White Sox have had an interesting offseason so far. They have seen some of their veteran core depart in free agency, but have managed to bring in some players to replace them. After a sorely disappointing 2022 campaign that saw them finish with an 81-81 record and miss the playoffs entirely, it’s clear […]

Trevor Bauer’s situation with the Los Angeles Dodgers flew under the radar last season amidst their playoff push. The success of their pitching staff in the regular season led many to forget that Bauer was suspended for a rather lengthy period of time. Recently, though, Bauer’s sentence has been reduced, opening the door for a […]

The Minnesota Twins had some big goals entering the 2022 offseason, and to this point, they have managed to strike out on almost all of them. Re-signing Carlos Correa was chief among them, and despite the fact that he ended up signing with two different teams, neither of them were the Twins, meaning that Minnesota […]

For the most part, many of the big name free agents are off the board in MLB free agency this offseason. That doesn’t mean there aren’t any good players left on the market, though, as teams will now scour some of the lower-level names and see what sort of cheap deals that they can come […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers shockingly lost to the San Diego Padres in four games in the 2022 NLDS after a historic regular season. That came as a huge surprise because of their deep and talented roster, so Dodgers fans expected an instant retooling of their lineup in free agency, especially with the likes of Jacob […]

The San Francisco Giants have endured a disappointing offseason for the most part. They came into free agency with big plans. The Giants were willing to spend a lucrative amount of money to land a superstar or two. There was a moment where fans thought San Francisco landed Aaron Judge before it was deemed a […]

The New York Yankees made some big splashes in free agency, fending off various suitors in the Aaron Judge sweepstakes before doubling down and securing a six-year deal for left-hander Carlos Rodon. While the two moves were big ones, the Yankees should not take their foot off the gas in MLB free agency. As it […]

Nathan Eovaldi and the Texas Rangers are reportedly in agreement on a contract, per Robert Murray. Eovaldi, who previously pitched for the Boston Red Sox, gives the Rangers another veteran starting pitcher. Texas entered free agency with a desire to build a quality starting rotation and that is exactly what they have done. Eovaldi is […]

The Texas Rangers are going for it. However, they happen to play in a competitive American League West division. The Houston Astros and Seattle Mariners are projected to battle for the top spot in the division in 2023. The Los Angeles Angels could also make some noise following their busy offseason. But can the Rangers, […]

42-year old veteran SP Rich Hill and the Pittsburgh Pirates are reportedly in agreement on a 1-year, $8 million contract, per Jeff Passan. The deal is pending a physical. Rich Hill is set to pitch in his 19th big league season and will turn 43-years old prior to 2023 Opening Day. Pittsburgh’s offseason has been […]

The Philadelphia Phillies shocked the MLB world by reaching the 2022 World Series. Philadelphia narrowly snuck into the playoffs before heating up and blasting their way through their difficult postseason schedule. But the fact of the matter is that the Phillies won less than 90 games last year. They had to make some moves in […]

The Chicago Cubs made a number of interesting free agency moves this offseason. They notably brought in SS Dansby Swanson and OF Cody Bellinger. But they made other moves which will impact the 2023 team as well.  Chicago has been in a rebuilding state over the past few seasons. They traded stars such as Kris […]

The New York Yankees have enjoyed a strong offseason. Their primary goal of re-signing OF Aaron Judge came to fruition in the form of 9 years and $360 million. New York later inked SP Carlos Rodon in free agency. They have made a number of other moves on the side as well. But have the […]

The Toronto Blue Jays acquired C/OF Daulton Varsho from the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday. The deal provides Toronto with a versatile player who features a high ceiling. However, Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins said there could be more moves in the works prior to Opening Day, per Keegan Matheson. “I think our heavy lifting […]

The San Diego Padres are looking to add a starting pitcher to their rotation. And that pitcher could be veteran Johnny Cueto, per Robert Murray. “Sources: The Padres are among teams strongly in the mix for free-agent pitcher Johnny Cueto,” Murray wrote on Twitter. Johnny Cueto is a well-respected veteran who’s drawn interest from a […]

Wil Myers recently came to terms on an agreement with the Cincinnati Reds in MLB free agency. He’s set to make a base of $7.5 million with incentives that could net him as much as $9.5 million over one year. Myers sent a heartfelt goodbye to San Diego Padres fans following his departure. Thank you […]

A physical for shortstop Carlos Correa will take between 24-48 hours for the New York Mets to review, a sign that can have Mets fans nervously sweating after Correa’s failed deal with the San Francisco Giants in MLB free agency, according to a Thursday tweet from MLB Mets beat writer Anthony DiComo. “There is nothing […]

The San Francisco Giants are reportedly interested in Michael Conforto, per Susan Slusser. However, Conforto is a Scott Boras agent and Scott Boras happens to represent Carlos Correa, who’s deal recently fell apart with the Giants. Boras made a strong statement in reference to the Correa-Giants fallout. “We reached an agreement. We had a letter of […]

Speculation has been swirling in reference to Dansby Swanson’s motivation to sign with the Chicago Cubs in free agency. Many believe the fact that his wife Mallory Pugh plays soccer in Chicago drew him to the team. He also received a lucrative 7-year, $177 million deal from the Cubs. However, Swanson revealed the heartwarming reason he […]

Carlos Correa left the MLB world in shock by agreeing to terms on a contract with the New York Mets after his San Francisco Giants deal fell through. Correa’s agent, Scott Boras, sent a message to the Giants prior to Correa landing in New York, per The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal. “We reached an agreement. We […]

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen took to the New York Post to boast about signing shortstop Carlos Correa to a 12-year, $315 million deal from the San Francisco Giants in MLB free agency. “We needed one more thing, and this is it,” Cohen told New York Post baseball columnist Jon Heyman. “This was important […]

There have been some pretty shocking developments in MLB free agency this offseason, but the latest news in the Carlos Correa free agency saga is easily the most shocking of them all. After being on the verge of signing a 13-year, $350 million deal with the San Francisco Giants, Correa left them at the altar, […]

The New York Mets will have an estimated payroll of around $384 million and luxury tax payments exceeding $111 million after signing shortstop Carlos Correa from the San Francisco Giants in MLB free agency, according to a Wednesday tweet from ESPN baseball columnist Jeff Passan. Their current total payroll projects to be $495 million. The […]

MLB insider Jon Heyman dropped a bombshell report late Tuesday, breaking the news that Carlos Correa and the New York Mets have agreed to a massive 12-year deal worth $315 million. The San Francisco Giants were supposed to be have an introductory press conference for Correa, but that was postponed due to a medical concern. […]