Category: Baseball

The long-awaited free agency saga of Blake Snell has reached its conclusion. The reigning National League Cy Young Award holder has inked a lucrative two-year, $62 million deal with the San Francisco Giants, as confirmed…

Garrett Crochet’s inaugural start promises to be an unforgettable moment. The Chicago White Sox have entrusted Crochet with the opening day assignment, highlighting their confidence in his transition from the bullpen to the starting rotation.…

The Cincinnati Reds are facing some tough decisions following the injury to starting center fielder TJ Friedl, who broke his right wrist during a diving play in spring training last Saturday. Losing Friedl, one of…

Shohei Ohtani is undoubtedly capturing most of the spotlight as the Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Diego Padres gear up to kick off the MLB season with the first-ever regular season games in South…

New York Yankees star Aaron Judge is set to return to action in Wednesday night’s exhibition game against Pittsburgh following an eight-day absence due to an abdominal injury. However, the status of leadoff hitter DJ…

Two-time Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell and the San Francisco Giants have reached a significant agreement, with Snell set to earn $62 million over two years, a source familiar with the negotiations informed The…

Amidst the myriad uncertainties swirling around the New York Yankees’ pitching lineup, the organization’s steadfast stance on retaining Spencer Jones speaks volumes about their assessment of his potential. Despite considerable trade chatter during the offseason,…

Outfielder Michael A. Taylor and the Pittsburgh Pirates have officially inked a $4 million, one-year deal on Saturday. Additionally, the Pirates have solidified a minor league agreement with right-handed pitcher Domingo Germán, who made history…

The Los Angeles Dodgers made a move ahead of their season opener against the San Diego Padres in Seoul, South Korea, by selecting the contract of right-handed pitcher Daniel Hudson from Triple-A Oklahoma City. To…

Shohei Ohtani, a baseball star with the Los Angeles Dodgers, has become a beloved figure in South Korea, bridging cultural gaps and softening historical tensions between Japan and its neighbor. During his recent visit to…

The New York Yankees have made their decision for the Opening Day starter. According to MLB.com’s Bryan Hoch, Nestor Cortes will be the one to take the mound as the Yankees kick off their season…

Right-handed pitcher Jake Odorizzi has returned to the Tampa Bay Rays after agreeing to a minor league contract on Friday. The 33-year-old, previously an All-Star, is set to join major league spring training after missing…

St. Louis Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol has reached an agreement on a two-year contract extension that will keep him with the team through the 2026 season. The 37-year-old, who previously played in the Cardinals’ minor…

Third baseman J.D. Davis has reached an agreement with the Oakland Athletics on a $2.5 million, one-year contract following his recent release by the San Francisco Giants. As reported by a source speaking to The…

Domingo Germán makes a return to baseball as he agrees to a minor league deal with the Pittsburgh Pirates, which includes an invitation to the big league camp for spring training. The 31-year-old pitcher had…

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone has opted to withhold discussion regarding ace pitcher Gerrit Cole’s elbow condition. Boone cited the need to confer with general manager Brian Cashman before making any public statements on…

Reports indicate that the Milwaukee Brewers are facing a setback as they gear up for the 2024 season, with one of their key players set to miss significant time. According to ESPN’s Jeff Passan, closer…

The New York Yankees made a final push to acquire right-handed starting pitcher Dylan Cease from the Chicago White Sox before he was eventually traded to the San Diego Padres on Tuesday. Jon Morosi, reporting…

New York Yankees’ ace pitcher Gerrit Cole, who currently holds the AL Cy Young title, is facing a setback as he’s expected to sit out for a minimum of 4-6 weeks due to an elbow…

National League MVP Ronald Acuña Jr. made his return to the Atlanta Braves’ spring training lineup on Thursday, marking his comeback just two weeks before the opening day. Batting leadoff and serving as the designated…

The Cleveland Guardians are grappling with significant setbacks in their pitching roster as they approach the upcoming season. Trevor Stephan, a crucial reliever set to support All-Star closer Emmanuel Clase, will undergo ulnar collateral ligament…

Shohei Ohtani and his wife arrived in South Korea alongside his Los Angeles Dodgers teammates on Friday, gearing up for their season-opening clashes against the San Diego Padres next week. Ohtani, clad in a black…

While the recent trade involving the Padres and the White Sox has undoubtedly sparked excitement among baseball enthusiasts, particularly fans of the Padres, its impact on the fantasy baseball realm is somewhat limited. Unless you’re…

Boston Red Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito is set to undergo surgery on his right elbow this Tuesday, as confirmed by the team, potentially sidelining him for the entirety of the 2024 season. Giolito sought a…

The New York Yankees faced concerning injury news on Monday as their ace, Gerrit Cole, is scheduled for an MRI on his throwing elbow due to discomfort experienced during spring training. With just over two…

Nestor Cortes endured a challenging outing in his third spring training start, surrendering six runs against the Minnesota Twins, leading to a 10-7 loss for the New York Yankees on Saturday afternoon. Cortes, following a…

St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Lance Lynn found himself ejected during the team’s spring training clash with the Washington Nationals on Friday evening. Lynn detailed the sequence of events leading to his ejection, shedding light on…

In a dramatic turn of events, Lance Lynn faced an early departure from his first spring training outing with the St. Louis Cardinals after a heated exchange with home plate umpire Ángel Hernández on Friday…

Mookie Betts is undergoing a positional shift for the Los Angeles Dodgers, transitioning from second base to shortstop. Initially slated to be the team’s regular second baseman, Betts made the move to shortstop for Friday…

Carlos Rodon’s second Grapefruit League appearance of 2024 presented a mixed picture, marked by ongoing experimentation, a dip in fastball velocity, and a pair of home runs surrendered. Pitching for the New York Yankees against…

Madison Bumgarner, the seasoned pitcher who last took the mound in April when the Arizona Diamondbacks released him, may be contemplating a return to the game. According to a report by Bob Nightengale in USA…

Atlanta Braves star Ronald Acuña Jr. is set to undergo a comprehensive evaluation of his troublesome right knee on Monday in Los Angeles, under the supervision of Dr. Neal ElAttrache, the surgeon who previously performed…

Brandon Crawford, synonymous with the San Francisco Giants for his entire career, faces a significant change this season as he joins the St. Louis Cardinals. The decision to depart from San Francisco didn’t come easily…

Yoshinobu Yamamoto showcased his talent in his exhibition debut on Wednesday, pitching two scoreless innings and striking out three batters. His performance provided a glimpse of why the Los Angeles Dodgers have high hopes for…

The Los Angeles Dodgers have sealed a fresh deal with utility player Kiké Hernández, as announced on Monday. Enrique Hernández, expressing his excitement on Twitter, declared, “I’m back!!!” This confirmation marked the first announcement, coming…

Outfielder Manuel Margot finds himself in transit once more, as per reports from ESPN. The Los Angeles Dodgers orchestrated a trade, sending Margot along with infield prospect Rayne Doncon to the Minnesota Twins in exchange…

Aaron Nola faced challenges during the initial months of the 2023 season, heightening the pressure as the postseason loomed closer. A turning point came when Phillies pitching coach Caleb Cotham suggested a simple adjustment to…

Jen Pawol made history as she stepped onto the field as the umpire for an MLB spring training game between the Houston Astros and the Washington Nationals on Saturday, becoming the first woman in 17…

Following a setback due to a shoulder injury during spring training, Houston Astros’ ace Justin Verlander is cautiously optimistic about his readiness for Opening Day, though he acknowledges the challenge ahead. “Verlander threw his third…

New York Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner recently addressed the potential scenario of offering slugger Juan Soto a higher salary than Aaron Judge in a prospective long-term contract, acknowledging it as a possibility he hasn’t deeply…

In a candid revelation last August, an anonymous member of the New York Mets described their former teammate, now Houston Astros’ starting pitcher, as a “diva” during a discussion with Mike Puma of the New…

The New York Yankees have been far from complacent this offseason, making significant acquisitions such as Juan Soto, Marcus Stroman, Alex Verdugo, and Trent Grisham, among others. However, star slugger Aaron Judge hinted at the…

Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers didn’t hold back when addressing reporters on Tuesday, expressing his dissatisfaction with the team’s offseason moves, or lack thereof. Devers was unequivocal in his belief that the Red…

Major League Baseball (MLB) is instituting a renewed focus on enforcing obstruction calls on infielders this season, instructing managers that umpires will be paying closer attention to potential violations of rule 6.01. Concerns have arisen…

Highly touted Japanese slugger Rintaro Sasaki has officially committed to playing college baseball at Stanford University, as announced by the school on Tuesday evening. Sasaki’s decision to pursue collegiate baseball in the United States comes…

The New York Mets are not anticipating engaging in negotiations with their power-hitting star, Pete Alonso, for a long-term contract before he explores free agency next year. This insight comes from David Stearns, the president…

According to the Associated Press, Toronto Blue Jays sensation Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is set to pocket an impressive $19.9 million for the 2024 season following his successful arbitration case on Wednesday. Despite the Blue Jays…

According to a report from Jon Morosi of MLB Network on Tuesday, both the Mets and Yankees are showing interest in the versatile free agent infielder Gio Urshela. Additionally, Morosi noted that the Miami Marlins…

The New York Mets seem to be actively pursuing another power hitter this offseason. According to Mike Puma of the New York Post, there has been ongoing communication between the Mets and free-agent slugger J.D.…

Hall of Famer Walt Frazier has seamlessly transitioned from a storied NBA career to a successful broadcasting journey. With over a decade spent on the court from 1967 to 1979, Frazier traded his jersey for…