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Oakland A’s and Jonathan Lucroy Agree to Deal
The Oakland Athletics reached a deal with free agent Jonathan Lucroy that is pending just a physical to be completed. The deal for the catcher should be finalized during the weekend, said one source close to the matter. Lucroy, who... More of this article »
Astros Confident World Series Hangover Will Not Hit Them
The Houston Astros have started their defense of the World Series title, albeit it is still spring training, and many are wondering if the champions will suffer the dreaded World Series hangover following its successful 2017 season... More of this article »
Mariners Finalizing Deal for One Year for Ichiro to Return
Ichiro Suzuki will return to the Seattle Mariners, as he and the Mariners are working out a deal to sign the former icon of the franchise. The deal is expected to be for one year. The Mariners made an announcement on Monday that their... More of this article »
Justin Verlander: MLB Baseballs Are Juiced
Justin Verlander, the star right-hander for the Houston Astros present evidence that shows baseballs are travelling further today than just a few years ago. It is no secret that offense today in Major League Baseball is why up and... More of this article »
Royals Agree to One Year Deal with Lucas Duda
The Kansas City Royals signed a first baseman. On Wednesday, the team announced that it has agreed to a one-year deal with free agent Lucas Duda. No terms were announced but a reliable source said the deal was in the neighborhood of... More of this article »
Russell Wilson Joins Yankees Spring Training for Five Days
Russell Wilson’s childhood dreams came true on Monday when the reported to the spring training facility of the New York Yankees and wore pinstripes for just the first time. The Seattle Seahawks Super Bowl-winning quarterback is scheduled... More of this article »
Red Sox: J.D. Martinez Continues His Physical at Spring Training Facility
J.D. Martinez and the Boston Red Sox took four months to decide to tie the knot, so it should not seem strange the two need another few days before it is made official. On Wednesday, Martinez arrived for the first time at the spring... More of this article »
Three-Way Trade Sends Souza to Diamondbacks and Drury to Yankees
In a three-way trade, the Arizona Diamondbacks acquired Steven Souza an outfielder from the Tampa Bay Rays, while Brandon Drury an infielder was sent to the New York Yankees from the Arizona Diamondbacks, and Arizona also sent Anthony... More of this article »
Eric Hosmer Agrees to Eight-Year Deal with San Diego Padres
Eric Hosmer the free agent first baseman has finally found a home after reaching an agreement on an eight-year deal with the National West San Diego Padres. The deal is only pending a physical said one person close to the deal. The... More of this article »
Report: Eduardo Nunez and Red Sox Agree to Deal for One Year
Eduardo Nunez the free agent infielder, who finished last season injured, does not have the same intimidation factor of J.D. Martinez if the Red Sox were to sign the slugger, but made his presence felt before injuring his knee, and... More of this article »
Los Angeles Angels Plan to Use Shohei Ohtani in Six-Man Rotation
Spring training began on Tuesday for the Los Angeles Angels, which means that two-way Japanese star Shohei Ohtani was present for his first workout with fellow pitchers and catchers. Ohtani, who is 23, will have the chance to pitch... More of this article »
Cubs Sign Free Agent Yu Darvish
Yu Darvish has finally found his new team and the Chicago Cubs have increased their chances of winning another World Series title. On Saturday, Darvish and the Cubs agreed to a six-year $126 million contract. The deal gives the Cubs... More of this article »
Mother of Pittsburgh Pirates Player Elias Diaz Has Been Kidnapped
The Pittsburgh Pirates announced that the mother of catcher Elias Diaz was kidnapped in Venezuela following reports from multiple sources. The team issued an official statement on Thursday that said it was shocked and deeply worried... More of this article »
Giants Will Retire No. 25 of Barry Bonds in August
Barry Bonds, the all-time leading home run hitter in Major League Baseball history will be honored in August by the San Francisco Giants when the team retires his No. 25 jersey when his former team the Pittsburgh Pirates is scheduled... More of this article »
Todd Frazier and Boston Red Sox Could be a Good Match
Rumors are starting to swirl about Todd Frazier making a return to the New York Yankees, as the veteran third baseman proved to be a popular presence when he was on the roster in 2017 following a trade deadline deal in July. More importantly... More of this article »
Mookie Betts Awarded Arbitration of $10.5 Million
Mookie Betts, in a decision with possible far-reaching ramifications, defeated Boston in an arbitration hearing earlier this week, said the team. A three-judge panel ruled in the right fielder’s favor. Betts will earn $10.5 million... More of this article »
Alex Cora Leading Effort by Red Sox to Deliver Puerto Rico Relief Supplies
While media attention has become nearly zero when it relates to hurricane relief efforts in Puerto Rico, new manager Alex Cora of the Boston Red Sox and a group from the team arrived on Tuesday in Puerto Rico to deliver supplies weighing... More of this article »
Dodgers’ Closer Kenley Jansen Hints at Possible Strike
Despite the huge trade during the offseason that sent Giancarlo Stanton to the New York Yankees, the free agent market has plodded along at a snail’s pace. February is approaching and nearly every free agent of note is still unsigned,... More of this article »
Milwaukee Brewers Acquire Christian Yelich and Lorenzo Cain
Michael Hill the general manager of the Miami Marlins put together another trade for the team on Thursday as it sent Christian Yelich its center fielder to the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for four prospects. Yelich is the fourth... More of this article »
Heat Throwing Walker Buehler Could Be Dodgers Pick to Replace Darvish
The Los Angeles Dodgers need to fill a hole in the shape of Yu Darvish in their starting rotation. Of course, if the free agent and team could come to an agreement, the Dodgers could fill that hole with Darvish himself. However, they... More of this article »
Rumor: Milwaukee Brewers Offer Yu Darvish Contract
The Milwaukee Brewers were a surprise contender in 2017 for the National League Central division title, and indications are the club will be better in 2018. The Brewers might be even better than most believe if they can sign Yu Darvish.... More of this article »
Report: 20-Second Clock and Limit on Mound Visits Rejected by MLBPA
The Major League Baseball players’ association has rejected the league’s most recent pace-of-play proposal. On Thursday, the rejection increased the likelihood that baseball would implement unilaterally a 20-second pitch clock... More of this article »
Christian Yelich’s Agent Says Relationship with Marlins is Broken
The agent for outfielder Christian Yelich says that the relationship between the player and the Miami Marlins is broken and in the best interest of both a trade is best before the beginning of spring training. Yelich, who is 26, is... More of this article »
Houston Astros Add Starter to Rotation
During the offseason, teams have been trying to add to their rosters in an attempt to catch the World Series Champion Houston Astros this year. On Saturday, the Astros tried to put more distance between them and the rest of the league... More of this article »
Sources: Mets Bringing Back Jay Bruce with Three-Year Deal
Jay Bruce, the free-agent outfielder, will return to play for the New York Mets with a 3-year $39 million contract, said sources close to the Major League Baseball team. Between 2016 and 2017 Bruce spent 153 games in a Mets uniform,... More of this article »
Justin Morneau Former Star With Twins and AL MVP Retires
Following a career that spanned 14 seasons in which he was named the 2006 American League MVP, Justin Morneau has retired. The first baseman has reportedly accepted a position with the front office of the Twins, where he spent the... More of this article »
MLB Rumor: Pirates Discussing Andrew McCutchen with Mets
Late last week, rumors swirled around the speculation of a possible trade between the San Francisco Giants and Pittsburgh Pirates for veteran Pirates outfielder Andrew McCutchen. Now the New York Mets have been added to the list of... More of this article »
Trade Rumor: Manny Machado Could Land With Yankees
Although it might seem like a longshot, the possibility remains that Baltimore Orioles third baseman Manny Machado could become a New York Yankee before the end of the offseason. The Yankees have added Giancarlo Stanton to their lineup... More of this article »
Los Angeles Dodgers Acquire Scott Alexander as Part of Three Team Deal
The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired pitcher Scott Alexander, who is known for his ability to induce groundballs off the bat of hitters, as part of a trade involving three teams with the other two being the Kansas City Royals and Chicago... More of this article »
Rumor: Braves Show Interest in Reamluto, Yelich
The Miami Marlins are continuing their sell off of higher priced players that prior to now has included Giancarlo Stanton, Dee Gordon, Marcell Ozuna and could now include another two players. Even though there is an expectation of... More of this article »
Cubs and Cardinals Interested in Starter Jake Arrieta
National League Central rivals the Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals are both showing more interest than other teams in possibly signing Jake Arrieta one of the top free-agent starting pitchers still available. The two teams are... More of this article »
Red Sox Interested in Baltimore’s Manny Machado
The offseason has been rather quiet for the Boston Red Sox. Up to this point, the Sox have re-signed Mitch Moreland their first baseman to a new two-year deal. However, it seems president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski is making... More of this article »
Colorado Rockies Sign Wade Davis to be New Closer
Wade Davis, the right-handed closer who recorded 32 saves last season for the Chicago Cubs, agreed to sign a three year contract with the National League West Colorado Rockies. On Friday, the team announced the deal of $52 million... More of this article »
Minnesota’s Miguel Sano Denies Allegations of Sexual Assault
On Thursday, Major League Baseball announced that it was investigation allegations that were brought by a woman who worked Minnesota Twins events as a photographer. She alleges that Miguel Sano the Twins shortstop had sexually assaulted... More of this article »
Rich Dauer Nearly Died from Subdural Hematoma After Astros Parade
When surgeons started to operate on Rich Dauer the first base coach for the Houston Astros for a subdural hematoma following the Astros’ championship parade for winning the 2017 World Series, doctors told his wife and their friends... More of this article »
Yankees Continue Talks to Acquire Gerrit Cole from Pirates
After all is said and done, pitcher Gerrit Cole might be traded to the New York Yankees by the Pittsburgh Pirates. Late last week, a deal was still being worked on for the right-hander to move from Pittsburgh to the Big Apple. A source... More of this article »
MLB Continues Wright Investigation But Case Retired in Court
While it appears the legal troubles for Boston Red Sox pitcher Steven Wright are coming to an end, the Boston pitchers may still be facing some form of discipline from Major League Baseball. Charges of domestic assault against Wright... More of this article »
Mets Looking At Adrian Gonzalez for First Base
Looking to fill a hole at first base temporarily, the New York Mets have approached veteran free agent Adrian Gonzalez, said a team source that is close to the matter. Gonzalez on Monday was released by the Atlanta Braves after the... More of this article »
Stephen Strasburg May Skip All-Star Games in the Future
Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg said he is not sure he wants ever again to play in an All-Star Game. The right-hander on Sunday said he is sure that the change that was made in his routine for the game last season had... More of this article »
Phillies Sign Free Agent Carlos Santana
On Friday, the Philadelphia Phillies agreed to a $60 million three-year deal with Carlos Santana the veteran first baseball who becomes the biggest free agent signing for the franchise in the last seven years. The deal signals a big... More of this article »
Tigers Trade Ian Kinsler to Angels for Pair of Minor Leaguers
The Los Angeles Angels continue to deal during the offseason and filled their big hole they had at second base by sending a pair minor leaguers to the Detroit Tigers for Ian Kinsler. The trade was confirmed late Wednesday night by... More of this article »
Manny Machado Could Change Positions or Uniforms
Reports are that Manny Machado a star with the Baltimore Orioles could be changing the position he plays for the team or could be changing his uniform. Big names have emerged in Tuesday trade talk with Machado, and to no one’s surprise... More of this article »
Jack Morris, Alan Trammel Voted by Modern Era Committee into Hall of Fame
Former teammates with the Detroit Tigers Jack Morris and Alan Trammel were voted by the Modern Era Committee into Cooperstown on Sunday. The Baseball Hall of Fame will also induct a minimum of two new members during the summer. On... More of this article »
Yankees and Marlins Continue Stanton Trade Talks
Sources say that while other trade options involving other teams keep drying up, the Miami Marlins have continued to talk about a possible trade for Giancarlo Stanton with the New York Yankees, as the Marlins try to find ways to lower... More of this article »
Marlins Making Moves, Trade Dee Gordon to Seattle
Dee Gordon is moving again. The second baseman was traded on Thursday by the Miami Marlins to the Seattle Mariners both teams announced. Trading Gordon could be the start of a mass exodus of stars from the Marlins as Miami acquired... More of this article »
Report: Astros Dallas Keuchel Pitched With Injured Foot
Dallas Keuchel the southpaw ace for the Houston Astros pitched during the postseason with an undisclosed left foot injury during the team’s second half of the regular season and throughout the entire postseason, multiple reports... More of this article »
Angels Sign Former Prospect with Braves Kevin Maitan
Sources said that the Los Angeles Angels agreed to terms with former Atlanta prospect Kevin Maitan. The infielder from Venezuela became a free agent after a ruling by Major League Baseball that the Braves had violated rules when signing... More of this article »
Shohei Ohtani Has Turned Down Red Sox and Yankees
Japan’s version of Babe Ruth, Shohei Ohtani, is not going to play where Ruth started his career or where he became a baseball legend. Brain Cashman the general manager for the New York Yankees told the media on Sunday that representatives... More of this article »