The Giants signed Matt Chapman to a three-year deal with opt-out clauses, raising the team's payroll close to the luxury tax threshold.
Despite nearing the luxury tax threshold, the Giants are still pursuing Blake Snell to bolster their rotation, potentially surpassing tax tiers. [ more ]
Blake Snell Rumors: Dodgers Among Teams Interested In Free Agency
Blake Snell is considered one of the best starting pitchers available in free agency.
The Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego Padres, San Francisco Giants, and Philadelphia Phillies are among the teams showing the most interest in signing Snell. [ more ]
Rays rough up Blake Snell in return to Tampa, take series from SF Giants
The Giants are still waiting for Blake Snell, a two-time Cy Young winner, to perform well after inking a $62 million deal due to his slow starts and command issues. [ more ]
Snell passes physical; two-year, $62M Giants contract now official
Blake Snell signed a two-year, $62 million contract with the Giants, passed his physical, and has an opt-out in 2024.
Giants now have a potential top rotation in the NL with Snell joining Logan Webb and could have a strong bullpen, including Cy Young winner Robbie Ray. [ more ]
Yankees Had 'Extensive' Talks About Blockbuster Trade For Superstar Pitcher
The New York Yankees made a plethora of additions in response to a disappointing 2023 season, including Juan Soto, Marcus Stroman, and Alex Verdugo.
Despite active offseason moves, the Yankees' starting rotation still has uncertainties, like the unsuccessful pursuits of Blake Snell and Dylan Cease from the White Sox. [ more ]
The Yankees offered Snell a deal, discussing various contract parameters; Snell may consider shorter-term high-salary offers with opt-out opportunities.
The Yankees face challenges with luxury tax penalization and draft pick forfeitures if they sign Snell to a high Average Annual Value (AAV) deal. [ more ]
Red Sox Rumors: Boston In Mix For Remaining Scott Boras Clients
The Boston Red Sox are still looking to make a big move by signing a frontline starting pitcher.
Agent Scott Boras represents four players that the Red Sox may be interested in: Blake Snell, Matt Chapman, Cody Bellinger, and Jordan Montgomery. [ more ]
The Yankees offered pitcher Blake Snell $150 million over six years, but he is seeking either a longer deal or an annual salary of at least $30 million.
While there is still a gap between the sides, there is optimism that a deal could be reached later in the offseason. [ more ]
The Yankees have made an opening contract offer to Blake Snell, but remain 'far apart' in negotiations.
The Yankees have been involved in talks for several big-name pitchers, including Jordan Montgomery, Marcus Stroman, Dylan Cease, Jesús Luzardo, and Shane Bieber. [ more ]
The Yankees are finalizing their staff and bringing in Pat Roessler as an assistant under new hitting coach James Rowson.
There are still many free agents left on the board, and predictions are being made about where they will land, with Blake Snell predicted to go to the Yankees. [ more ]