Roki Sasaki’s posting is expected to stretch into the 2025 international signing period, according to baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred on Wednesday. This will give teams up to $7,555,500 to sign the highly sought-after Japanese pitcher.…
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Manfred states that officials in the Tampa area will be given time to resolve the Rays’ ballpark issue
Following Hurricane Milton, Tampa area politicians will have time to figure out the Rays’ ballpark situation, with no discussions currently about moving the team, according to baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred. “Given the damage in the…
Catcher Jacob Stallings has reached a one-year, $2.5 million agreement with the Colorado Rockies
Catcher Jacob Stallings and the Colorado Rockies agreed to a one-year contract worth $2.5 million on Wednesday. The contract includes a $2 million salary for the upcoming season, along with a $2 million mutual option…
Chris Sale and Tarik Skubal won Cy Young Awards after both claimed the pitching triple crown
Chris Sale was one of the top left-handed pitchers that Tarik Skubal looked up to when he was a teenager. Now, the two will always be connected after both won their first Cy Young Awards…
The Guardians have traded right-handed reliever Eli Morgan to the Cubs in exchange for minor league outfielder Alfonsin Rosario
The Cleveland Guardians traded a member of their strong bullpen on Wednesday, sending right-handed pitcher Eli Morgan to the Chicago Cubs in exchange for minor league outfielder Alfonsin Rosario. Morgan finished last season with a…
Steinbrenner aims to have a relationship with Soto that mirrors the one he has with Judge and Cole
Hal Steinbrenner wants to have a relationship with Juan Soto similar to the one he has with Aaron Judge and Gerrit Cole. The owner of the New York Yankees also stressed the team’s commitment to…
2025 Hall of Fame Ballot Highlights Ichiro Suzuki and Baseball’s Elite Newcomers
The 2025 National Baseball Hall of Fame ballot introduces 14 new candidates alongside 14 holdovers from the 2024 voting. Prominent newcomers include Ichiro Suzuki, Dustin Pedroia, Carlos González, Hanley Ramírez, Félix Hernández, and CC Sabathia.…
Red Sox Eye Key Free-Agent Moves to Strengthen 2024 Roster, Signaling More Aggressive Offseason Strategy
Boston Red Sox fans, long accustomed to disappointment during the offseason, may have reason to feel more hopeful this winter. The organization has been reluctant to make big moves in recent years, leading many to…
Pirates’ standout Paul Skenes and Yankees’ pitcher Luis Gil are named Rookie of the Year
Paul Skenes, a pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates, lived up to all the hype surrounding him, even starting the All-Star Game just two months after his big league debut. Luis Gil, on the other hand,…
The Miami Marlins present Clayton McCullough as the perfect choice to lead their franchise through its rebuilding phase
After spending several years with the Los Angeles Dodgers, Clayton McCullough learned what it takes to succeed in baseball. Now, after being hired by the Miami Marlins as their 17th manager in franchise history, McCullough…
2024-25 MLB Offseason Kicks Off with Key Trades, Top Free Agents, and Bold Moves Ahead
The 2024-25 MLB offseason is officially underway, with the first trade happening just a day after the Los Angeles Dodgers celebrated their World Series win. This marks the start of a busy period as teams…
Pitcher Nick Martinez agrees to $21.05 million qualifying offer, will stay with the Reds
Pitcher Nick Martinez has decided to accept a $21.05 million qualifying offer from the Cincinnati Reds, choosing to stay with the team instead of entering the free-agent market. Martinez, a 34-year-old right-handed pitcher, was one…
Dodgers’ Game 3 Win in 2024 World Series Marred by Umpiring Errors and Replay Controversies
Major League Baseball (MLB) faced a glaring issue with umpiring during Game 3 of the 2024 World Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the New York Yankees. Home plate umpire Mark Carlson ranked in…
Cubs Face Tough Decisions on Cody Bellinger as Player Option and Trade Talks Complicate Roster Plans
When Cody Bellinger opted into his player option with the Chicago Cubs, the decision sparked some uncertainty about the team’s plans. The Cubs expressed their pleasure at having Bellinger back, but the decision also had…
Shohei Ohtani Recovering from Shoulder Surgery After World Series Injury with Dodgers Optimistic for Spring Training
Shohei Ohtani underwent arthroscopic surgery on Tuesday to address a labrum tear in his left shoulder. This injury, which occurred during Game 2 of the World Series on October 26, happened when Ohtani dislocated his…
Roki Sasaki’s MLB Posting Sparks Interest Amid Financial Hurdles and Team Uncertainty
The posting of Roki Sasaki by Japan’s Chiba Lotte Marines marks a significant development in baseball as the young pitcher, renowned for his 100 mph fastball and devastating splitter, becomes available for MLB teams. David…
New York Yankees’ competitor highly eager to land Juan Soto
Almost every MLB team will consider trying to sign Juan Soto in free agency, but only a few have a real shot at landing him. A new team is being talked about as a serious…
New York Yankees announcer criticizes Juan Soto for his ‘inappropriate’ approach to free agency
Juan Soto made it clear that he enjoyed playing for the New York Yankees this past season, but it was always expected that he would reach free agency this fall and try to reset the…
Free agent Juan Soto set to meet with his top four potential teams
Free agent outfielder Juan Soto has meetings lined up with four teams this week in California, ESPN reported on Tuesday. The 26-year-old had a strong 2024 season with the New York Yankees, hitting .288 with…
Minnesota Twins Appoint Derek Falvey as New President, Succeeding Dave St. Peter
The Minnesota Twins announced on Tuesday that Derek Falvey will take over as the team’s president of both baseball and business operations, replacing Dave St. Peter. St. Peter, 57, will move from president and CEO…