Clay Holmes and the New York Mets signed a three-year contract worth $38 million on Monday, with plans to convert the All-Star reliever into a starting pitcher. Holmes will earn $13 million each year for…
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The Dodgers have agreed to a $17 million, one-year contract with Conforto and a $22 million, two-year deal with Treinen
The Los Angeles Dodgers have agreed to a $17 million, one-year contract with outfielder Michael Conforto and a $22 million, two-year deal with right-handed pitcher Blake Treinen, sources familiar with the negotiations told The Associated…
Juan Soto has reached a historic agreement with the Mets on a 15-year contract worth $765 million
Juan Soto and the New York Mets reached an agreement on a record-breaking 15-year, $765 million contract on Sunday, according to a source familiar with the deal who spoke to The Associated Press. This contract…
Juan Soto’s $765 million contract with the Mets is the biggest in MLB history. Here’s who he surpassed
Juan Soto and the New York Mets agreed to a groundbreaking 15-year, $765 million contract on Sunday night, according to a source close to the deal who spoke with The Associated Press on the condition…
Former Cy Young Award winner Shane Bieber is rejoining the Cleveland Guardians on a one-year contract
Shane Bieber’s first experience in free agency turned into a return to his old team. The 2020 AL Cy Young Award winner agreed on Friday to come back to the Cleveland Guardians after making just…
A’s general manager David Forst explains that the team aimed to send a strong message with Luis Severino’s contract
Athletics general manager David Forst explained that the team wanted to make a statement as they moved into a new home, which was one reason behind their decision to sign Luis Severino. The 30-year-old Severino…
Pitcher Clay Holmes reaches a $38 million, three-year deal with the Mets
Pitcher Clay Holmes and the New York Mets have agreed to a three-year, $38 million deal, a source close to the talks told The Associated Press on Friday. The source requested anonymity because the agreement,…
Skenes has been chosen for a leadership role in the MLB players’ union, while the three individuals who opposed Meyer have been removed
Paul Skenes, the National League Rookie of the Year, was elected to the players’ association’s eight-person executive subcommittee on Wednesday, just six months after making his big league debut. His election came as three players…
The Dodgers’ deferred payment commitments have exceeded $1 billion for seven players following the contracts of Snell and Edman
The Los Angeles Dodgers’ obligations for deferred payments have now exceeded $1 billion after the contracts for Blake Snell and Tommy Edman. These deals add up to $1,006,500,000 that the team owes to seven players…
Dodgers’ $964 Million in Deferred Salaries Raises Questions About Financial Strategy and Competitive Balance
The Los Angeles Dodgers’ signing of Blake Snell to a 5-year, $182 million contract with $62 million in deferred payments underscores their reliance on deferred salaries, a financial strategy used widely in Major League Baseball…
Yankees Intensify Push to Retain Juan Soto Amid Fierce Competition from Rival Teams
The New York Yankees are making a strong effort to retain superstar free agent Juan Soto, as reported by MLB insider Jon Heyman. They recently increased their initial offer, emphasizing their commitment to securing him…
Matt Shaw Shines in Premier12, Leads Team USA to Bronze and Bolsters Cubs’ Prospect Outlook
Chicago Cubs prospect Matt Shaw made a major impact at this year’s Premier12 tournament, playing a key role in Team USA’s bronze medal finish. Shaw, who recently turned 23, displayed exceptional skills throughout the event,…
Shota Imanaga Makes History as First Cubs Rookie to Receive Cy Young Vote in 2024
Shota Imanaga made history in 2024 by becoming the first rookie in Chicago Cubs history to receive a vote for the Cy Young Award. His remarkable performance during his first Major League season earned him…
Orioles Announce Coaching Staff for 2025, Including Robinson Chirinos as New Bench Coach
The Baltimore Orioles announced their finalized coaching staff for the 2025 season, including the notable hiring of former player Robinson Chirinos as their new bench coach. Chirinos, who played his final MLB season with the…
Chicago Cubs Face Major Payroll Cuts and Challenges in Competing for 2025 Postseason
The Chicago Cubs are facing a significant payroll reduction heading into the 2025 season. After finishing last season with a taxable payroll of $234 million, the Cubs’ projected payroll for Opening Day 2025 is expected…
Rodgers has stated that he’s unsure about playing next season, but if he does decide to return, the Jets would be his “first choice”
Aaron Rodgers is still thinking about whether he wants to keep playing football next season. If he decides to return, he would prefer to do so with the New York Jets. The star quarterback, who…
The Dodgers, as World Series champions, will receive a full share of $477,441, while the MLB postseason pool has reached a record $129.1 million
The full postseason share for the Los Angeles Dodgers, the World Series champions, was $477,441. This is less than the amounts from 2022 and 2023, due to more players sharing the record $129.1 million postseason…
Juan Soto may choose his next team either before or during baseball’s winter meetings
Juan Soto is expected to decide where he will sign either before or during baseball’s winter meetings in Dallas, which will take place from December 8-12. Soto has already met with the New York Yankees,…
Blake Snell and the Dodgers have reached a five-year deal worth $182 million
Less than a month after winning the World Series, the Los Angeles Dodgers are making another big move by adding one of baseball’s top pitchers to their already star-packed team. Blake Snell and the Dodgers…
Robinson Chirinos is taking over as the Baltimore Orioles’ bench coach, succeeding Fredi González
On Monday, Robinson Chirinos replaced Fredi González as the Baltimore Orioles’ bench coach under manager Brandon Hyde. Chirinos, 40, had an 11-year career as a major league catcher, retiring after the 2022 season with the…
Red Sox pitcher Cam Booser, a left-hander, receives the Tony C. Award for triumphing over challenges
Red Sox left-handed pitcher Cam Booser, who overcame alcohol abuse, injuries, and a bicycling accident, is set to receive the Tony Conigliaro Award for overcoming adversity. Booser, who made his major-league debut this season at…
Infielder Kyle Farmer signs a one-year deal with the Colorado Rockies, guaranteeing him $3.25 million
Infielder Kyle Farmer has secured a $3.25 million guaranteed amount in his one-year contract with the Colorado Rockies, along with the chance to earn up to $1.25 million in performance bonuses based on his plate…
Top 10 MLB Single-Season Home Run Leaders and 2024’s Best Power Hitters
Home runs are a defining feature of Major League Baseball (MLB), showcasing the power and skill of a hitter. Over the years, many players have set impressive records for home runs in a single season.…