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Braves Trade Heyward, Walden To Cardinals for Miller, Jenkins
The St Louis Cardinals and Atlanta Braves have executed the first major trade of the offseason. Atlanta sent outfielder Jason Heyward and right-handed reliever Jordan Walden to the Cardinals in exchange for starting pitcher Shelby... More of this article »
Miami Marlins Closing in on Huge Deal with Giancarlo Stanton
The Miami Marlins are closing in on a 13 year, $325 million dollar deal with slugger Giancarlo Stanton, reports Jon Heyman of CBS Sports. The deal would be the largest in baseball history. It would reportedly contain both a no-trade... More of this article »
MLB Free Agents: Pirates Reunited with A.J. Burnett
The Pittsburgh Pirates are reunited with starting pitcher A.J. Burnett. The 37 year-old hurler signed a one-year deal worth $8.5 million according to Jon Heyman of CBS Sports. Burnett previously played for the Pirates from 2012-13. In... More of this article »
MLB Free Agent Profile: Nelson Cruz
Major League Baseball’s reigning home run king is on the free agent market. Nelson Cruz is reportedly seeking a five year deal. After declining the qualifying offer tendered by the Baltimore Orioles, the 34 year-old Cruz is... More of this article »
MLB Free Agent Profile: Max Scherzer
Max Scherzer is the prize of the free agent market. The right-hander is likely to secure the biggest contract awarded this offseason. He turned down a big contract extension offer by the Detroit Tigers and after having another excellent... More of this article »
MLB Free Agent Profile: Hanley Ramirez
Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Hanley Ramirez will be heavily sought after this offseason. Though he’s been injury-prone, Ramirez has been a very productive player while on the field. He’ll turn 31 in December and may not... More of this article »
MLB Free Agent Profile: Jon Lester
Along with Max Scherzer, Jon Lester is the biggest prize of this offseason’s free agent market. The 30 year-old left-hander is coming off a career year and is sure to command a big payday. His salary demands will likely price... More of this article »
MLB Free Agent Profile: Pablo Sandoval
The San Francisco Giants are fresh off winning their third World Series title in five years. Third baseman Pablo Sandoval played an integral part in the Giants’ playoff run. He collected 26 hits, which set a new postseason... More of this article »
MLB Trade Rumors: Tigers Interested in Ian Kennedy or Joaquin Benoit
The San Diego Padres moved third baseman Chase Headley and closer Huston Street prior to the July 31 trade deadline. Still, they declined to move two key pieces in Ian Kennedy and Joaquin Benoit, both of whom were in high demand.... More of this article »
August Trade Candidates: Tampa Bay Rays Ben Zobrist
After months of speculation, the Tampa Bay Rays finally traded David Price just hours before the July 31 deadline, sending him to the Detroit Tigers in a three-way deal that netted them Wily Adames, Nick Franklin and Drew Smyly. Since... More of this article »
August Trade Candidates: Texas Rangers Alex Rios
It seemed likely that Texas Rangers outfielder Alex Rios would be dealt before the July 31st trade deadline. The Rangers have been out of contention for some time, and while Rios’ numbers have declined this season, he’s... More of this article »
August Trade Candidates: Philadelphia Phillies Chase Utley
The Philadelphia Phillies stood pat at the July 31st trade deadline, and many pundits felt this was a missed opportunity for the club to sell. They have a firm hold on last place in the National League East. With an aging roster... More of this article »
August Trade Candidates: Los Angeles Dodgers Carl Crawford
The July 31st trade deadline has come and gone, and the Los Angeles Dodgers still have a glut of outfielders. Yasiel Puig is one of the best hitters in baseball, Matt Kemp is swinging the bat very well, and Scott Van Slyke has posted... More of this article »
MLB Trade Rumors: 10 Players that Could be Traded in August
The July 31st trade deadline has come and gone, and there was a flurry of activity. However, impact trades frequently occur after the waiver deadline. The mechanics of an August trade are a little more complicated, as players have... More of this article »
For Boston Red Sox, 2015 Begins Now
In the wake of a dizzying trade deadline day, 2015 begins now for the Boston Red Sox. Over the span of hours yesterday, the club reshaped its present and future with deals that included left-handed ace Jon Lester, durable right-handed... More of this article »
Cleveland Indians Send Asdrubal Cabrera to Nationals
The Cleveland Indians and Washington Nationals agreed on a deal that will send infielder Asdrubal Cabrera and cash from the Indians in exchange for minor-league shortstop Zach Walters. Cabrera, 28, is batting .246/.305/.386 (96 OPS+)... More of this article »
Yankees Acquire Martin Prado, Stephen Drew, at the Deadline
Shortly before the 4:00PM Eastern time trade deadline, the Yankees managed to give its infield a makeover in exchange for a stopgap, designating a veteran for assignment and one solid prospect. New York parted ways with Kelly Johnson... More of this article »
Detroit Tigers Get David Price In 3-Team Deal
As it turns the Detroit Tigers and Seattle Mariners had the players the Tampa Bay Rays wanted for David Price. The deal completed just short of the 4PM trade deadline sends Price to the Tigers in a three-team deal, that left many Rays... More of this article »
Brewers Acquire Gerardo Parra From Diamondbacks
The Milwaukee Brewers and Arizona Diamondbacks have agreed to a deal that will send outfielder Gerardo Parra to the Brewers for Double-A outfielder Mitch Haniger and left-hander Anthony Banda. Parra, 27, is hitting .259/.305/.362... More of this article »
Red Sox Trades Continue: Lackey To Cardinals For Kelly, Craig
The Boston Red Sox made another trade on the heels of the blockbuster deal that sent Jon Lester to the Oakland A’s . This time starter John Lackey was dealt to the St. Louis Cardinals for right-hander Joe Kelly and outfielder/first... More of this article »
Twins Send Sam Fuld Back To Oakland For Tommy Milone
You had to know the Oakland A’s were not finished dealing today. After sending Yoenis Cespedes to the Boston Red Sox in a blockbester deal for Jon Lester and Jonny Gomes, the team has reacquired Sam Fuld from the Minnesota Twins... More of this article »
Red Sox, A’s Trade Analysis: Red Sox Trade About Future, A’s About Now
Over the last few years, a debate that stoked wide-ranging comments circulated around New England and across baseball about Jon Lester. Is he a legitimate ace or a solid yet unspectacular No. 2 starter? Perhaps Oakland general manager... More of this article »
Oakland Gets Jon Lester from Red Sox for Cespedes, Gomes
The Oakland Athletics have acquired Jon Lester and Jonny Gomes from the Boston Red Sox for Yoenis Cespedes. Oakland is also sending a competitive balance draft pick to the Red Sox in the trade, and the Red Sox will be sending cash... More of this article »
MLB Trade Rumors: Los Angeles Dodgers Looking for Relief Help
The Los Angeles Dodgers have reportedly backed off their pursuit of a starting pitcher and are looking for relief help instead. Of course, there’s a good reason to take any statements about a team’s plans with a grain... More of this article »
Cardinals Make Trade to Acquire Justin Masterson
The St. Louis Cardinals and Cleveland Indians have agreed on a deal that will send RHP Justin Masterson to the Cardinals for prospect James Ramsey according to Peter Gammons. Baseball News Source speculated the Indians would be inclined... More of this article »
Could the Colorado Rockies Deal Carlos Gonzalez?
It’s been a rough year for the Colorado Rockies. They got out to a nice start, but things have been downhill from there. As of now they own a 43-62 record, which puts them in last place in the NL West. While they have several... More of this article »
MLB Trade Rumors: Indians Could Deal Cabrera or Masterson
The Cleveland Indians are in a tough spot. At 52-53, they are in the mix for a playoff berth. Cool Standings gives them a 24 percent chance of reaching the playoffs. However, most of that is tied to a second wild card berth. There’s... More of this article »
Red Sox Trades Could Come Fast and Furious
Literally and figuratively, the Boston Red Sox aren’t the Houston Astros. Nor are they the Chicago Cubs. Though the 2013 World Series champions are mired in the American League East basement and could remain there by season’s... More of this article »
Red Sox Rumors: Lester, Miller, Drew Among Trade Chips
A five-game losing skid that was snapped by his club’s 3-2 win on Sunday at Tampa Bay clinched the mindset of Boston Red Sox General Manager Ben Cherington in the final days leading to Thursday’s non-waiver trade deadline. On... More of this article »
MLB Trade Rumors: Royals Should Move James Shields
The July 31st trade deadline is coming up this week, and so far there has been a paucity of big deals. With the second Wild Card allowing more teams to stay in contention, teams have been reluctant to deal away star players. The pitching... More of this article »
Giants Acquire Jake Peavy In Deal With Red Sox
The San Francisco Giants have made a move to acquire right-hander Jake Peavy in a trade from the Boston Red Sox. The Red Sox will receive minor league pitchers in the deal. The deal helps the Giants to solidify their rotation and... More of this article »
David Price Has Pitched His Way Into Staying With Rays
Stop with the David Price trade rumors. Jon Morosi, Jim Bowden, Jon Heyman, Chris Coltillo step away from your keyboards. No more Tweets about the availability and potential destinations for the Rays resident ace. I love the guys at... More of this article »
MLB Trade Rumors: Can the Braves Find a Suitor for B.J. Upton?
There’s just one week remaining until the July 31st trade deadline. Of course trades can and often do occur after that but players have to clear waivers. The Atlanta Braves would like to deal center fielder B.J. Upton, but... More of this article »
Kendrys Morales Heads Back to Seattle
The Seattle Mariners decided Kendrys Morales was the bat they needed for a stretch run in the American League West and sent right-hander Stephen Pryor to the Minnesota Twins to bring the switch hitting Morales back to the Mariners. Morales... More of this article »
Rangers Trade Joakim Soria to Tigers For Prospects
The Detroit Tigers have reached an agreement with the Texas Rangers that will send Joakim Soria to the Tigers in exchange for prospects Jake Thompson and Corey Knebel. Kyle Bogenschutz was first to report the news on Twitter. The trade... More of this article »
With Headley Deal Done, Expect the Yankees to Land Cliff Lee
Chase Headley is the perfect type of low-risk, high-reward the Yankees target in all facets of Front Office action, whether it’s the MLB draft or the trade deadline. With Headley’s ability to play third every day or pop... More of this article »
MLB Trade Rumors: Elvis Andrus, Matt Kemp Contracts Make Trades Difficult
The trade deadline is approaching, and trade talks are heating up. Earlier today, the New York Yankees traded for San Diego Padres third baseman Chase Headley, sending Yangervis Solarte and Rafael De Paula to the Friars. Headley... More of this article »
Yankees Complete Deal for Padres Chase Headley
The New York Yankees completed a deal which will send Yangervis Solarte and minor league right-hander Rafael De Paula to the San Diego Padres in return for Chase Headley and $1 million. Baseball News Source speculated the Yankees would... More of this article »
MLB Trade Rumors: Bartolo Colon, A.J. Burnett
David Price is the big prize among starting pitchers on the trade block. Jeff Samardzija has already been dealt, and it remains to be seen whether Cole Hamels or Cliff Lee will change teams by the deadline. Beyond that, there are plenty... More of this article »
MLB Trade Rumors: Koji Uehara on the Move?
Shut down closers are difficult to find, especially one like the right-handed arm of Koji Uehara. July is a month marked by escalating speculation by the media since the non-waiver trade deadline is July 31. With the Red Sox mired... More of this article »
Red Sox Rumors: Winning Has Team Exploring Options
Fueled by brighter times that have seen them win seven of their last eight games, including a three-game weekend sweep of the Kansas City Royals, the Boston Red Sox face growing uncertainty about their plans as the July 31 non-waiver... More of this article »
MLB Trade Rumors: Chase Headley on the Move?
The San Diego Padres have been out of the playoff hunt for some time. General Manager Josh Byrnes was fired earlier in the year, and more changes are on the way. Huston Street was sent to the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for... More of this article »
Braves Release Dan Uggla With $18 Million Owed
The Atlanta Braves finally decided to cut the cord with Dan Uggla and released the struggling second baseman requesting unconditional release waivers on a former starter still guaranteed over $18 million for the remainder of this year... More of this article »
Padres Set To Trade Huston Street to Angels
The Los Angeles Angels have reached an agreement with the San Diego Padres on a six-player trade that will send All-Star closer Huston Street to the Angels. The trade is pending all players involved passing physicals. The Padres will... More of this article »
MLB Trade Rumors: Huston Street, Joakim Soria
Baseball is finally back, and trade talks are heating up. Less than two weeks remain before the July 31st deadline. Of course trades can be and often are made after that deadline when players clear waivers, but a good chunk of the... More of this article »
MLB Trade Rumors: Should the Phillies Deal Hamels and Lee?
The Philadelphia Phillies are currently occupying last place in the National League East. While they hung on to unrealistic hopes of contending last season, they appear to be facing up to reality this year. It’s time for the... More of this article »
Yankees Trade Rumors: Face Crossroads at Deadline, Likely Scenarios
The New York Yankees are perfectly mediocre. Sitting at 47-47 more than halfway through the season, New York sits in third place right in the middle of the AL East facing a trade deadline two weeks away generally used as the barometer... More of this article »
Will Red Sox Sign Give Jon Lester an Extension?
While Boston Red Sox general manager Ben Cherington will work over the All-Star break to explore ways to upgrade his club’s lineup and determine whether or not to trade starting pitcher Jake Peavy, he might also be involved... More of this article »