MLB Free Agency Articles - Page 9

The Toronto Blue Jays have been active in free agency but have not signed any significant pieces. They were in on Juan Soto, making an offer that was turned down by the now-New York Met. And reports surfaced after Corbin Burnes signed in Arizona that Toronto offered more money. Now, the Blue Jays have offered […]

What was supposed to be a promising first offseason under new owner David Rubenstein instead just feels like more of the same for Baltimore Orioles fans. While signing slugging outfielder Tyler O’Neill to a three-year, $49.5 million contract is worthy of acknowledgement, the organization has failed to extend its current star players or acquire new […]

At this stage of MLB free agency, most of the big-name players have already found their franchise. However, that doesn’t mean there isn’t value still on the market. Ex-Texas Rangers pitcher Max Scherzer saw his 2024 season end prematurely due to injury. But as teams looking for pitching, the right-hander’s market is heating up. At […]

The Chicago White Sox are coming off the worst season in AL/NL history. With 121 losses, there is almost nowhere to go but up. Their rebuild is underway, signaled by their trade of Garrett Crochet, but they need to fill out the roster. The White Sox signed Josh Rojas to a one-year contract in free […]

The Baltimore Orioles need to move on from the short-lived Corbin Burnes era. The right-handed starter pitched just one season in Baltimore but was the anchor to the team’s rotation as the O’s won 91 games and reached the MLB Postseason for the second year in a row. Now, Burnes is with the Arizona Diamondbacks […]

The Toronto Blue Jays need to make a splash. The team has had a habit of being an also-ran in major free agent sweepstakes, including with Shohei Ohtani last year and Juan Soto this offseason. Now that Corbin Burnes has signed with the Arizona Diamondbacks, Toronto is left looking elsewhere for starting pitching. It’s about […]

Japanese free agent pitcher Roki Sasaki reportedly requested that no team include any of their own players in the recruiting visits for him, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today. Currently, Sasaki is back in Japan with his family, mulling over his decision, which has to come at some point between Jan. 15 and Jan. […]

The Houston Astros have been aggressive throughout the offseason, trading away Kyle Tucker and signing Christian Walker. Now, the Astros have bolstered their bullpen with an ex-Arizona Diamondbacks hurler. Houston has signed Miguel Castro, via Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The terms of his agreement are not yet known. Castro dealt with shoulder […]

The Detroit Tigers are reportedly pursuing Alex Bregman with some legitimate urgency. Detroit is seeking an impact right-handed bat to balance their lineup. The Tigers recently signed Gleyber Torres to a one-year contract. But their search for right-handed balance in the lineup continues. And it may include outfielder Anthony Santander. The Tigers are interested in […]

The Detroit Tigers signed Gleyber Torres to a one-year contract on Saturday. The former New York Yankees infielder signed in Detroit to be their everyday second baseman. Moreover, he turned down multi-year contract offers in favor of a one-year pact with one of the American League’s best success stories in 2024. However, one of these […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks were recently able to sign pitcher Corbin Burnes, and it turns out they had a lot of competition for him this offseason. There were three other teams making strong overtures for the pitcher, per USA Today. The Baltimore Orioles, Toronto Blue Jays and San Francisco Giants all expressed interest in Burnes. The […]

One of the best starting pitchers in free agency this winter has officially found a new home. Former Baltimore Orioles ace Corbin Burnes has agreed to a six-year, $210 million contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks, according to MLB insider Jon Heyman. Burnes has an opt-out in his contract after two seasons, per Heyman. With this […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers failed to sign Juan Soto in MLB Free Agency this winter. Following that, rumors have circulated about the Dodgers’ interest in keeping Teoscar Hernandez around. They were not the only team involved in the sweepstakes, however. But in the end, the 2024 World Series champions got their man. The Dodgers and […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are approaching the 2025 season with an intriguing strategy that hinges on superstar Mookie Betts’s full-time transition to shortstop. Dodgers general manager Brandon Gomes confirmed this shift during the Winter Meetings, adding another dimension to their offseason roster construction. As Betts prepares for a pivotal move, the Dodgers are actively seeking […]

After seven seasons, Gleyber Torres is no longer a member of the New York Yankees organization. The infielder signed a one-year, $15 million deal with the Detroit Tigers on Friday and will be their everyday second baseman in 2025. After officially joining the Tigers, Torres penned a heartfelt message to the Yankees, who called him […]

As the San Diego Padres navigate an offseason riddled with financial considerations and roster-building challenges, Dylan Cease’s name has surfaced in trade discussions.”The Padres might be more apt to trade Dylan Cease if they land Roki Sasaki,” the highly sought-after Japanese pitching phenom, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The Padres are […]

The Detroit Tigers added another key piece to their roster on Friday, signing former New York Yankees infielder Gleyber Torres to a one-year, $15 million deal in free agency. Following the news, Tigers GM Scott Harris said Torres will slot in as the team’s everyday second baseman in 2025. Via Bob Nightengale: Gleyber Torres will […]

The chase for Japanese superstar pitcher Roki Sasaki has intensified, with several MLB teams granted meetings with the phenom. While both the New York Yankees and New York Mets made their pitches, the consensus remains that the West Coast powerhouses—the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres—are the favorites to land Sasaki. According to reports, […]

The MLB offseason has already produced a handful of big moves, but there are still some great options available on the market for teams to scoop up. One of them came off the board on Friday morning, though, as Gleyber Torres ended up signing with the Detroit Tigers after the New York Yankees let him […]

The New York Yankees have a need in the infield, specifically at second or third base, and many are wondering if Alex Bregman is on the team’s radar. He is the best player remaining on the market, but it seems that the team is not looking to sign the free agent. “Yankees people love Alex […]

Free agent right-handed pitcher Corbin Burnes continues to be the most coveted player on the market. He has been heavily linked to the San Francisco Giants and the Toronto Blue Jays as the two most probable destinations. While San Francisco has made an offer, sources suggest the Giants are growing impatient, leading them to explore […]

The Washington Nationals stagnated last season, posting the exact same record they did in 2023 (71-91). Fans are still optimistic about the young talent that populates the roster, but a veteran bat could help nudge the rebuild along. President of baseball operations Mike Rizzo identified Gleyber Torres as a player to fill that role, but […]

The Boston Red Sox have done a lot of work on their pitching staff this offseason, making a blockbuster trade for Garrett Crochet with the Chicago White Sox, and signing former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Walker Buehler to a one-year, $21.05 million contract, but the organization is hoping to land 23-year-old Japanese right-handed pitcher Roki […]

Will the New York Mets re-sign Pete Alonso in MLB free agency? It certainly remains a possibility, and the chances of it coming to fruition are seemingly beginning to increase, per MLB.com. New York is likely open to a reunion regardless of the circumstances, but the fact is that they need a first baseman and […]

The Chicago Cubs reportedly had a meeting with Roki Sasaki, per Marquee Sports Network. Sasaki, who has pitched in Japan in recent years, is talking to MLB teams about a potential contract. Sasaki has an opportunity to become an MLB star. The 23-year-old excelled during his time in Japan, and now Sasaki is being linked […]

It almost made too much sense, and it finally became official on Monday when Sean Manaea returned to the New York Mets on a three-year, $75 million deal. Manaea came to Flushing last offseason as a free agent, signing a two-year, $28 million contract with a player option for the second season. After having one […]

The Detroit Tigers have had a relatively quiet offseason. The Tigers surprisingly made the playoffs in 2024 after an incredible second-half run. However, Detroit’s only move to this point is signing Alex Cobb to a one-year contract. They have been connected to star free agent Alex Bregman, though. And a recent report may give fans […]

The Boston Red Sox are still in the mix for Teoscar Hernandez, but they have not “intensified their efforts” to land the Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder, according to Chris Cotilllo of MassLive.com. Cotillo’s report comes after news surfaced that the Dodgers were looking into backup plans in case they fail to bring back the 2024 […]

Barring something wildly unexpected, Alex Bregman’s career with the Houston Astros is probably over. Astros general manager Dana Brown gave an update on the club’s negotiations with their homegrown third baseman and it did not sound promising. Brown said negotiations have “stalled,” according to The Athletic’s Chandler Rome, adding that Houston presented Bregman with “a […]

The Texas Rangers have had a busy 24 hours, trading Nathaniel Lowe to the Washington Nationals on Sunday, signing slugger Joc Pederson in the middle of the night and then adding another pitcher on Monday afternoon. Though, their most intriguing move might have occurred last week. The 2023 World Series champions had a meeting with […]

The Philadelphia Phillies made a major addition to their rotation by acquiring Jesus Luzardo in a trade with the Miami Marlins. Now, the Phillies have bolstered their overall pitching staff by stealing a page out of the Milwaukee Brewers’ playbook. Philadelphia has signed Joe Ross to a one-year contract, via Matt Gelb of The Athletic. […]

The Houston Astros made a major move in the once-loaded first baseman free agency sweepstakes when they agreed to a three-year deal with Christian Walker, previously of the Arizona Diamondbacks, on December 20. The team officially announced the signing on Monday, and with it, reports have surfaced about the nature of the deal. The three-year, […]

After signing two-time All-Star Joc Pederson to a two-year deal on Monday morning, the Texas Rangers made an under-the-radar move, adding relief pitcher Shawn Armstrong. Armstrong heads to Arlington on a Major League deal, Evan Grant of the Dallas Morning News reported. The Rangers designated catcher Sam Huff for assignment as a corresponding move. A […]

The Tampa Bay Rays continue to make moves to try to get back to the American League’s elite this offseason after a disappointing 2024 campaign that saw them miss the playoffs for the first time since 2018. An injury to Shane McClanahan and the Wander Franco fiasco took two very important pieces away from the […]

Veteran outfielder and designated hitter Joc Pederson is headed to the Texas Rangers on a two-year deal, but the left-handed hitter could have gone to the New York Mets instead. The New York Mets were interested in acquiring Pederson, who spent 2024 with the Arizona Diamondbacks, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. […]

Andrew McCutchen has reiterated his intention to stay with the Pittsburgh Pirates for the remainder of his memorable MLB career, and it is becoming increasingly more likely that his wish will be fulfilled. The 2013 MVP is returning to the Buccos after signing a one-year, $5 million contract in free agency, via MLB.com’s Alex Stumpf […]

The Boston Red Sox have made another pitching move this offseason. After trading for Garrett Crochet from the Chicago White Sox, they signed Patrick Sandoval to a two-year deal. Now, Walker Buehler has joined the Red Sox on a one-year contract after testing the free agency waters. Yahoo’s Russell Dorsey broke the news on Monday. […]

The Texas Rangers had an incredibly disappointing 2024 season. They missed the playoffs after winning their first World Series due to a litany of injuries. After trading Nathaniel Lowe to the Washington Nationals, they had a massive hole in the lineup. The Rangers signed Joc Pederson to a two-year free-agency contract after a stint with […]

The New York Mets have secured a key piece of their rotation by agreeing to a three-year, $75 million contract with left-hander Sean Manaea. Manaea, 32, is coming off one of the best seasons of his career, establishing himself as a dependable force in the Mets’ rotation. The news of the signing broke late Sunday […]