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22 hours ago

Offseason In Review: Philadelphia Phillies

The Phillies retained most of their roster while losing key free agents Schwarber, Realmuto, Suárez, and Bader, relying on prospects like Justin Crawford and internal competition to fill gaps.
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Who Will Top Next Winter's Free Agent Hitting Class?

Tarik Skubal is the clear top free agent pitcher likely to become MLB's first $400MM+ pitcher, while the top hitting prospect for the 2026-27 free agent class remains uncertain unlike previous years.
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1 week ago
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Tigers Didn't Make Long-Term Offer To Tarik Skubal During Offseason

Tarik Skubal and the Tigers have not discussed a contract extension, with negotiations unlikely until after the 2025 season when he reaches free agency.
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22 hours ago

Offseason In Review: Philadelphia Phillies

The Phillies retained most of their roster while losing key free agents Schwarber, Realmuto, Suárez, and Bader, relying on prospects like Justin Crawford and internal competition to fill gaps.
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fromMLB Trade Rumors
5 days ago

Who Will Top Next Winter's Free Agent Hitting Class?

Tarik Skubal is the clear top free agent pitcher likely to become MLB's first $400MM+ pitcher, while the top hitting prospect for the 2026-27 free agent class remains uncertain unlike previous years.
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fromMLB Trade Rumors
1 day ago

Offseason In Review: St. Louis Cardinals

The Cardinals executed a rebuild strategy under Chaim Bloom, trading away veteran players with expensive contracts to shed payroll and create opportunities for younger talent development.
#mlb-roster-moves
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fromTalkNats.com
1 week ago

The Nats sign Zack Littell pending a physical | TalkNats.com

The Washington Nationals signed RHP Zack Littell to a one-year deal with a mutual option, pending physical clearance, to fill a rotation spot after posting a 3.81 ERA last season.
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18 hours ago

Cardinals Notes: Velazquez, Church, Gorman

Nelson Velázquez earned a near-guaranteed Opening Day roster spot with the Cardinals after an impressive spring training performance, hitting .333 with four home runs in 39 plate appearances.
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1 week ago

The Nats sign Zack Littell pending a physical | TalkNats.com

The Washington Nationals signed RHP Zack Littell to a one-year deal with a mutual option, pending physical clearance, to fill a rotation spot after posting a 3.81 ERA last season.
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fromESPN.com
1 day ago

MLB 2026: Handing out preseason Real or Not verdicts to 8 stars

Baseball statistics reveal player performance and season-defining stories, with 2026 potentially featuring unprecedented achievements like Ohtani winning 20 games while hitting 50+ home runs for a third consecutive season.
#world-baseball-classic
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fromJays Journal
8 hours ago

Chris Bassitt's USA vs. DR reaction will remind Blue Jays fans what they're losing

Chris Bassitt expresses his passion for baseball while watching the World Baseball Classic, highlighting the sport's unique intensity and competitive spirit compared to other sports.
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fromLos Angeles Times
9 hours ago

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani apologizes for 'shortcomings' in Japan's early exit from WBC

Shohei Ohtani expressed regret over Japan's World Baseball Classic quarterfinal exit despite posting a .462 batting average with three home runs in four games.
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fromESPN.com
3 days ago

WBC 2026: Team Japan players who could be MLB's next stars

Japanese baseball players from the 2023 World Baseball Classic have successfully transitioned to Major League Baseball, with several becoming star contributors for their teams.
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fromMLB Trade Rumors
3 days ago

The Opener: World Baseball Classic, Berrios, Free Agency

World Baseball Classic quarterfinals feature matchups between Korea-Dominican Republic and USA-Canada, with notable pitchers including Hyun Jin Ryu and Cristopher Sanchez competing this weekend.
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fromJays Journal
5 days ago

Reliever who is trying to work his way back into Blue Jays' bullpen has strong outing in WBC

Yariel Rodriguez demonstrates strong performance in the World Baseball Classic despite poor Spring Training results, positioning himself for potential return to the Toronto Blue Jays' 40-man roster.
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fromJays Journal
8 hours ago

Chris Bassitt's USA vs. DR reaction will remind Blue Jays fans what they're losing

Chris Bassitt expresses his passion for baseball while watching the World Baseball Classic, highlighting the sport's unique intensity and competitive spirit compared to other sports.
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fromLos Angeles Times
9 hours ago

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani apologizes for 'shortcomings' in Japan's early exit from WBC

Shohei Ohtani expressed regret over Japan's World Baseball Classic quarterfinal exit despite posting a .462 batting average with three home runs in four games.
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fromESPN.com
3 days ago

WBC 2026: Team Japan players who could be MLB's next stars

Japanese baseball players from the 2023 World Baseball Classic have successfully transitioned to Major League Baseball, with several becoming star contributors for their teams.
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fromMLB Trade Rumors
3 days ago

The Opener: World Baseball Classic, Berrios, Free Agency

World Baseball Classic quarterfinals feature matchups between Korea-Dominican Republic and USA-Canada, with notable pitchers including Hyun Jin Ryu and Cristopher Sanchez competing this weekend.
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fromJays Journal
5 days ago

Reliever who is trying to work his way back into Blue Jays' bullpen has strong outing in WBC

Yariel Rodriguez demonstrates strong performance in the World Baseball Classic despite poor Spring Training results, positioning himself for potential return to the Toronto Blue Jays' 40-man roster.
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1 day ago

Diamondbacks Sign Luis Urias To Minor League Deal

Urías, 29 in June, was once a solid regular for the Brewers. He hit 39 home runs over the 2021 and 2022 seasons, producing a combined .244/.340/.426 line and 111 wRC+. He bounced around the dirt, making at least 49 starts at each of shortstop, second base and third base. FanGraphs credited him with 4.7 wins above replacement in that span.
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20 hours ago

This Classic Brand Was The First-Ever Official Hot Dog Of Major League Baseball - Tasting Table

Nathan's Famous became Major League Baseball's official hot dog in 2017, though individual stadiums maintain separate brand partnerships and pricing varies significantly across venues.
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1 day ago

Poll: Is Bo Bichette Or Jorge Polanco The Better Value For The Mets?

The Mets signed Bo Bichette and Jorge Polanco to upgrade their infield, with both players shifting to new defensive positions despite offensive strengths and defensive limitations.
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fromDodgers Nation
1 day ago

Dodgers Want Kyle Tucker to Improve in One Key Area

Kyle Tucker signed a $240 million contract with the Dodgers and must return to his 2022 Gold Glove form while managing opt-outs and high expectations for the 2026 season.
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3 days ago
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Dodgers Star Predicted to Take Major Leap This Season

Kyle Tucker signed a $240 million deal with the Dodgers and ESPN's Jeff Passan predicts he could have the best year of his career in 2026.
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fromDodgers Nation
1 day ago

Dodgers Want Kyle Tucker to Improve in One Key Area

Kyle Tucker signed a $240 million contract with the Dodgers and must return to his 2022 Gold Glove form while managing opt-outs and high expectations for the 2026 season.
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fromMLB Trade Rumors
2 days ago

Offseason In Review: Athletics

The Athletics are pursuing immediate contention in 2025 by acquiring veteran talent like Jeff McNeil and pursuing Nolan Arenado, signaling a shift from their previous rebuild timeline before relocating to Las Vegas.
fromJays Journal
1 day ago

Former Blue Jays ace has called it a career, retiring after World Baseball Classic

The 38-year-old of Incheon, South Korea suited up for his national team at the 2026 World Baseball Classic and following the teams' elimination in the quarterfinals, Ryu says he has thrown his last professional pitch.
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1 week ago

Offseason In Review: Milwaukee Brewers

The Brewers retained pitcher Woodruff on a qualifying offer while trading their other veteran ace, making forward-looking moves to compete for another NL Central title despite operating with a bottom-half payroll.
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4 days ago

Padres Notes: Sale, Rotation, Infield

The San Diego Padres sale process has narrowed to four buyers with an expected completion by April and a sale price exceeding $3 billion, while pitcher Joe Musgrove faces uncertainty about starting the season due to Tommy John surgery recovery complications.
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3 days ago

Offseason In Review: Tampa Bay Rays

The Rays shifted toward a future-focused approach despite financial constraints from hurricane damage and stadium relocation, making numerous roster moves while acting as sellers at the trade deadline.
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4 days ago

Which Top Prospects Could Be On 2026 Opening Day Rosters?

MLB's 2022-26 collective bargaining agreement introduced Prospect Promotion Incentives to encourage teams to promote top prospects early, offering draft pick bonuses while penalizing service time manipulation through automatic service year awards for Rookie of the Year contenders.
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3 days ago

Clayton Kershaw Being Replaced On Team USA WBC Roster

Kershaw decided to join Team USA for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, fulfilling a goal he had previously been unable to achieve. Kershaw hoped to pitch in the 2023 WBC, but was unable to secure an insurance policy for it. Kershaw pitched in one of the exhibition games for USA, but he was on the roster more as a 'break glass in case of emergency' option.
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fromNewsday
4 days ago

Mets' Luis Robert Jr. ramping up with Opening Day just two weeks away

Luis Robert Jr. played his first Grapefruit League game following a structured rehabilitation program designed to strengthen his lower body and prevent injuries.
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4 days ago

Caleb Ferguson To Begin Season On Injured List

The southpaw strained his right oblique and will be shelved for at least a few weeks. The injury will delay Ferguson's team debut. The Reds signed him to a one-year, $4.5MM free agent contract. Ferguson is coming off a 3.58 earned run average over 65 1/3 innings split between the Pirates and Mariners.
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fromMLB Trade Rumors
3 days ago

A's Notes: Muncy, Gelof, Hoglund

Our biggest focus right now is on the defense. We've been working really hard with him in those areas, and we've seen some improvement. We're going to continue to follow that progress. Readers will want to check out Gallegos' piece in full, as he also chats with Muncy extensively about some of the swing/approach changes he implemented in the Fall League and about the challenges of transitioning from shortstop to third base.
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fromDodgers Nation
4 days ago

Dodger getting comfortable after two trades in first pro season

James Tibbs III was traded twice in his first professional year before settling with the Los Angeles Dodgers, where he has significantly improved his performance and mental state.
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fromMLB Trade Rumors
5 days ago

Offseason In Review: Pittsburgh Pirates

The Pirates addressed their offensive deficiencies during the offseason to improve their roster around star pitcher Paul Skenes and prospect Konnor Griffin, but it remains uncertain whether these changes are sufficient to end their playoff drought since 2015.
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5 days ago

Offseason In Review: San Diego Padres

The Padres signed a notable Asian league player and veteran free agents while hiring their sixth manager under A.J. Preller's tenure after Mike Shildt stepped down due to coaching staff tensions.
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fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Dodgers prospect James Tibbs III attempts to show staying power after multiple trades

James Tibbs III, drafted 13th overall by the Giants in 2024, has been traded twice within his first year and a half, moving to the Red Sox then the Dodgers, where he has shown significant improvement and potential.
fromESPN.com
5 days ago

Aaron Judge 1-of-1 card sells for $5.2M, a modern-day record

A 2013 Aaron Judge Bowman Chrome Draft Superfractor one-of-one signed card has sold via Fanatics Collect for $5.2 million, the most ever paid for a modern-day baseball card. The card eclipsed the previous record posted in 2020 -- $3.936 million for a 2009 Bowman Chrome Draft Prospects Superfractor signed Mike Trout card, which was also one-of-a-kind and numbered "1/1."
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fromESPN.com
5 days ago

Inside Junior Caminero's WBC debut, MLB future with Rays

Junior Caminero, a 22-year-old Dominican third baseman, emerges as a breakout star combining exceptional power-hitting ability with infectious joy and authenticity that captivates teammates and fans.
fromDodger Blue
4 days ago

Dodgers Selected For 3 Apple TV+ 'Friday Night Baseball' Streams In 1st Half Of 2026

"'Friday Night Baseball' on Apple TV continues to elevate how fans experience the game. With cutting-edge production - including the integration of iPhone to capture immersive new perspectives - and a full season of marquee matchups available without local broadcast restrictions, we're delivering a modern, premium broadcast experience designed for fans everywhere."
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fromBlueJaysNation
4 days ago

Blue Jays' Berrios scratched from start vs. Phillies due to elbow inflammation

Jose Berrios was scratched from his start due to right elbow inflammation discovered during a World Baseball Classic insurance MRI, a different issue from last season's injury.
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5 days ago
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Blue Jays Notebook: Yesavage completes simulated game, Varsho back to full strength, Lauer to remain stretched out

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1 week ago
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Mets' Sean Manaea 'confident' and 'healthy' after spring training debut

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1 week ago
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A forgotten Blue Jays' All-Star making his case to crack Dodgers Opening Day roster

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5 days ago
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Blue Jays Notebook: Yesavage completes simulated game, Varsho back to full strength, Lauer to remain stretched out

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1 week ago
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Mets' Sean Manaea 'confident' and 'healthy' after spring training debut

fromJays Journal
1 week ago
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A forgotten Blue Jays' All-Star making his case to crack Dodgers Opening Day roster

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fromMLB Trade Rumors
5 days ago

Alek Manoah In Danger Of Losing Rotation Spot

Neither has made a great first impression. Rodriguez has allowed seven runs with a 7:6 strikeout-to-walk ratio through eight innings. He has at least had encouraging velocity, averaging 95 mph on his fastball. He's a wild card after missing the past season and a half to shoulder issues.
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fromDodgers Digest
5 days ago

Santiago Espinal set to make Dodgers Opening Day roster; how'd he do it? - Dodgers Digest

Santiago Espinal, signed to a minor-league deal, has earned an Opening Day roster spot with the Dodgers through exceptional spring training performance, hitting .500 with improved exit velocities despite small sample size.
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5 days ago

Santiago Espinal set to make Dodgers Opening Day roster; how'd he do it? - Dodgers Digest

Santiago Espinal, signed to a minor-league deal, has earned an Opening Day roster spot with the Dodgers through exceptional spring training performance, hitting .500 with improved exit velocities despite small sample size.
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fromESPN.com
6 days ago

MLB 2026: Top breakout players for all 30 teams

MLB breakout candidates for the upcoming season include emerging players across all 30 teams who show promise through spring training performance and prospect development.
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fromESPN.com
6 days ago

Kings of Command 2026: Nine breakout pitchers to draft late

Late-round pitchers offer exceptional fantasy baseball value, with 33 of the top 50 undrafted productive players being pitchers, and identifying those with elite command metrics yields consistent outperformers.
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4 days ago
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Who Will Be The Odd Man Out In The Twins' Rotation?

The Twins traded 11 players at the deadline to acquire starting pitching talent, though spring injuries and competition for rotation spots create uncertainty in their 2025 rotation construction.
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1 week ago

AL Central Notes: Twins, Rojas, Buxton, Gaddis, Tigers

The Blue Jays traded Kendry Rojas and an outfielder to Minnesota for reliever Louis Varland after three months of negotiations, with Rojas now developing as a high-velocity prospect who could debut as a reliever this season.
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1 week ago

AL Central Notes: Twins, Rojas, Buxton, Gaddis, Tigers

The Blue Jays traded Kendry Rojas and an outfielder to Minnesota for reliever Louis Varland after three months of negotiations, with Rojas now developing as a high-velocity prospect who could debut as a reliever this season.
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6 days ago

Musgrove Delay Opens Opportunity For Buehler

The Padres' rotation faces uncertainty with Joe Musgrove recovering from Tommy John surgery and potentially unavailable for Opening Day, creating opportunities for depth starters like Walker Buehler or Germán Márquez.
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6 days ago

Poll: Will The Astros Be Able To Add Another Outfielder Before Opening Day?

The Astros struggle to rebuild their outfield after trading Kyle Tucker, with an unproven group of young players and continued interest in acquiring additional outfield talent.
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1 week ago

Offseason In Review: Kansas City Royals

The Royals prioritized outfield improvements through trades and free agent signings but fell short of acquiring a star offensive bat, settling for incremental upgrades with Isaac Collins, Starling Marte, and Lane Thomas.
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1 week ago

World Baseball Classic Morning Recap: Dominican Republic, South Korea, USA, and Puerto Rico Advance

Dominican Republic dominated Israel 10-1 in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, clinching a quarterfinal berth with Fernando Tatis Jr. hitting a historic grand slam and recording six RBIs.
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1 week ago

'Do not draft': Why PCA, Corey Seager could ruin your fantasy baseball season

Crow-Armstrong's 4.5% walk rate, the fifth-worst mark among 145 qualifiers for the batting title, surely played some role as pitchers adjusted and began to retire him with more regularity. Crow-Armstrong hit .265/.302/.544 during the season's first half, providing an outstanding 25 home runs and 27 stolen bases (in 31 attempts).
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fromJays Journal
6 days ago

Blue Jays' Max Scherzer might have fueled Phillies' latest big-money extension

Max Scherzer's winter mentorship with Jesús Luzardo at a Florida training facility contributed to Luzardo's successful 2025 season and subsequent contract extension with the Phillies.
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fromDodgers Nation
1 week ago

Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto Now Has 2nd Biggest Instagram Following in MLB

Yoshinobu Yamamoto surpassed Mike Trout to become baseball's second-most followed player on Instagram with 2.3 million followers, behind only Shohei Ohtani's 10.5 million.
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Sources: Phillies, Luzardo agree to 5-year, $135M extension

Luzardo, 28, joined Philadelphia in a trade before the 2025 season and excelled for the Phillies, going 15-7 with a 3.92 ERA and striking out 216 in 183.2 innings. Fearful of losing him after the 2026 season, the Phillies made Luzardo one of the highest-paid left-handers in baseball, sources said, behind only aces Framber Valdez, Blake Snell, Garrett Crochet and Max Fried.
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fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Commanders land Odafe Oweh on 4-year, $100M deal, agents say

Odafe Oweh signed a four-year, $100 million contract with the Washington Commanders after revitalizing his career with the Los Angeles Chargers.
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fromDodger Blue
1 week ago

MLB Team Owners Vote To Enforce Rule To Curb Pitch Tipping

MLB owners enforced a rule requiring base coaches to remain in their boxes until the pitch is thrown to prevent pitch tipping and sign stealing.
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fromJays Journal
1 week ago

Blue Jays sign talented catcher off Team Italy as WBC starts rolling

The Toronto Blue Jays signed 22-year-old Italian catcher Giaconino Lasaracina, who plays for Team Italy in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, to address catching depth needs.
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1 week ago

NL West Notes: Carroll, Kelly, France, Song

Corbin Carroll progresses toward Spring Training return from hamate bone surgery while Merrill Kelly recovers from back issues, both working toward opening day availability.
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1 week ago
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Tarik Skubal: Tigers didn't make long-term offer in offseason

Tarik Skubal won arbitration against the Tigers with a record $31 million award and will defer contract negotiations until season's end, focusing on winning a World Series for Detroit.
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1 week ago

Where Can The Orioles Find A Ryan Mountcastle Trade?

Ryan Mountcastle secured a guaranteed $6.787MM settlement with the Orioles after they signed Pete Alonso, preventing potential release during Spring Training.
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fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Tarik Skubal: Tigers didn't make long-term offer in offseason

Tarik Skubal won arbitration against the Tigers with a record $31 million award and will defer contract negotiations until season's end, focusing on winning a World Series for Detroit.
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1 week ago

Where Can The Orioles Find A Ryan Mountcastle Trade?

Ryan Mountcastle secured a guaranteed $6.787MM settlement with the Orioles after they signed Pete Alonso, preventing potential release during Spring Training.
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1 week ago

Astros sign catcher Christian Vazquez to a minor league deal

The 35-year-old returns to the Astros for the first time since being a part of the team that won the World Series in 2022. He also won a title with the Red Sox in 2018.
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1 week ago

Paolo Espino Announces Retirement

A 10th-round pick for Cleveland in the 2006 draft, Espino finally made it to the Show in March 2017 when he was 30 years and pitching with the Brewers. He tossed 24 total innings that season between the Brewers and Rangers and then didn't resurface in the majors again until 2020 when he was a member of the Nationals.
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1 week ago

Offseason In Review: Los Angeles Dodgers

President of baseball operations Andrew Friedman addressed that situation in December, speaking to Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register. He acknowledged that the club had less "heavy lifting" to do than in previous offseasons. He pointed to the outfield and bullpen as places they could add but also said they were cognizant of the fact that the roster is getting older, with many of their stars being well into their 30s.
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1 week ago

Offseason In Review: Cleveland Guardians

The Guardians won the 2025 AL Central despite having one of baseball's lowest payrolls and making minimal offseason additions, relying on a September surge while Detroit collapsed.
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