The Toronto Blue Jays traded for struggling outfielder Myles Straw and $2 million in international signing bonus pool space from the Cleveland Guardians on Friday. The money could have been used by the Blue Jays…
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The New York Mets have signed left-handed reliever A.J. Minter to a two-year deal in New York
The New York Mets have reached an agreement with free-agent left-handed reliever A.J. Minter on a two-year deal, according to a source familiar with the transaction. The deal is still pending a successful physical examination.…
The Oakland Athletics have signed reliever José Leclerc to a one-year, $10 million contract in Oakland
The Athletics have agreed to a one-year, $10 million contract with former Texas right-handed reliever José Leclerc. The 31-year-old Leclerc went 6-5 with a 4.32 ERA and one save in 64 relief appearances for the…
Corey Seager announces he will be ready for Rangers spring training in Arlington after undergoing two hernia surgeries
All-Star shortstop and two-time World Series MVP Corey Seager says he feels great and will be ready for the first day of spring training with the Texas Rangers after undergoing two hernia surgeries last year.…
Sammy Sosa receives a warm welcome in Chicago for his reunion with the Cubs
Sammy Sosa jogged onto the stage holding an American flag, and the crowd erupted in applause. It felt like the old days — except this time, Sosa was dressed in a suit, and the event…
Hoyer states the Cubs are concentrating on strengthening their bullpen and bench in Chicago
The Chicago Cubs are focusing on improving their bullpen and bench as the offseason continues, according to Jed Hoyer, the team’s president of baseball operations. Speaking on the first day of the Cubs’ annual fan…
Despite financial limits, Roki Sasaki chose the Dodgers in Los Angeles
The race for young Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki was one of the rare times when all 30 Major League Baseball teams had an equal chance to sign a highly sought-after player. It seemed like an…
Jake Burger will wear No. 21 for the Texas Rangers in honor of his daughter, who was born with Down syndrome
Jake Burger will wear No. 21 with the Texas Rangers, a number that holds deep meaning for his family after his daughter was born with Down syndrome. Down syndrome, medically known as trisomy 21, is…
New York Mets sign outfielder Jesse Winker to a one-year deal
Jesse Winker and the New York Mets have agreed to a one-year contract, according to a source familiar with the deal, which was reported on Thursday. The deal is pending a successful physical. This move…
Kyle Tucker and the Chicago Cubs have avoided arbitration, agreeing to a one-year, $16.5 million deal in Chicago
Kyle Tucker and the Chicago Cubs have reached an agreement on the largest of 17 salary arbitration cases. The two sides settled on a one-year contract worth $16.5 million, according to a person familiar with…
Jarren Duran and the Boston Red Sox agree to a one-year, $3.85 million deal, avoiding arbitration in Boston
Jarren Duran, an All-Star outfielder for the Boston Red Sox, and the team reached an agreement on Friday to avoid arbitration. The deal is a one-year contract worth $3.85 million, with an $8 million team…
Roki Sasaki’s potential MLB contract could stir upheaval in Latin America. Here’s why,
Roki Sasaki is able to sign with Major League Baseball (MLB) teams during a nine-day period starting on Wednesday. This rare free agency is expected to have an impact on Latin American teenagers, as many…
Sean Manaea, like Juan Soto, was drawn to the New York Mets’ close-knit atmosphere in New York
Sean Manaea was drawn to the New York Mets’ family-like atmosphere, similar to Juan Soto. “I thought that it was a perfect fit. I know Talat, my wife now, she loved it on the family…
Justin Verlander is determined to show he can still perform at an elite level after an injury-filled 2024 season
For the first time in nearly 20 years as a major league pitcher, Justin Verlander didn’t take an offseason break from throwing. He needed to keep a baseball in his hand so his shoulder would…
Chicago Cubs’ Strategy for 2025 and the Future Explained
For the second straight offseason, the Chicago Cubs have sent mixed signals to both their fans and the broader baseball community. Last winter, they shocked the sport by firing David Ross and bringing in Craig…
Justin Verlander and the San Francisco Giants have agreed to a one-year, $15 million deal
Justin Verlander and the San Francisco Giants agreed to a one-year, $15 million contract on Saturday. A three-time AL Cy Young Award winner, Verlander will join a rotation led by All-Star right-hander Logan Webb. Last…
Blue Jays sign All-Star reliever Jeff Hoffman to a 3-year, $33 million deal in Toronto
The Toronto Blue Jays and All-Star reliever Jeff Hoffman have agreed to a three-year, $33 million contract. The team announced the deal on Friday evening, two days after Hoffman celebrated his 32nd birthday. Last season,…
MLB’s Crackdown on Foreign Substances Sparks Controversy and Challenges in the 2024 Season
The 2024 MLB season has brought a spotlight to a controversial rule change aimed at curbing the use of foreign substances by pitchers. Sticky substances like spider tack and pine tar, previously used to enhance…
The MLB offseason rolls on with major free-agent deals in various cities
Stay updated with the latest free agent moves across MLB this off-season as we track the biggest signings during the winter. Also, keep up with all the trades of the off-season. Jan. 3 Hyeseong Kim,…
The San Diego Padres complete a major trade to bolster their pitching rotation
The San Diego Padres are still exploring their options this winter, and this includes possibly trading some of their key players. In a recent article by Bleacher Report’s Zachary D. Rymer, it’s suggested that the…
Paul Goldschmidt, now with the Yankees, reflects on his 2024 season with the Cardinals: “I’m better than this”.
Paul Goldschmidt had a tough start to last season, including a career-worst 0-for-32 slump that ended on May 11 with a ninth-inning single to avoid his first five-strikeout game. “The feeling was just like, man,…
Corbin Burnes has signed a 6-year, $210 million contract with the D-backs, including $64 million
Right-handed pitcher Corbin Burnes has signed a six-year, $210 million contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks. The deal includes $64 million in deferred payments that will be paid out from 2031 to 2036, according to details…
The Brewers have traded minor league LHP Mason Molina to the Rangers in exchange for RHP Grant Anderson
The Milwaukee Brewers traded minor league left-handed pitcher Mason Molina to the Texas Rangers for right-handed pitcher Grant Anderson on Thursday. This trade came after the Rangers decided to designate Anderson for assignment on Monday.…