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Dodgers East? Milwaukee Plus? Inside David Stearns' plan to turn Mets into MLB's new model franchise

David Stearns, now 39, transitioned from the Milwaukee Brewers to the New York Mets, fulfilling a childhood dream and recognizing the rarity of such an opportunity. [ more ]

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Steve Cohen talks slow Mets start, being aggressive in free agency for 2025 | amNewYork

Steve Cohen emphasizes a long-term view despite the New York Mets' 0-4 start to the season.

Manager Carlos Mendoza stresses the inevitability of rough patches and the importance of focusing on what can be controlled. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Mets To Sign Julio Teheran

The Mets have agreed to a deal with free agent Julio Teheran.

Teheran had a resurgent year with the Brewers in 2023. [ more ]

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Mets' David Stearns taking moment to reflect on starting 2024 season with boyhood club | amNewYork

David Stearns reflects on becoming Mets president of baseball operations after leaving the Milwaukee Brewers.

Stearns focuses on Opening Day's excitement and the prospects ahead with the Mets organization. [ more ]

New York Post

Mets 2024 season preview: Projected lineup, rotation, MLB prediction

Mets roster features familiar names like Alonso and Diaz

New leadership under Stearns and Mendoza aims for stability and success [ more ]

Dodger Blue

Andrew Friedman & Dave Roberts Believe Mookie Betts Could Be Dodgers' Long-Term Shortstop

Mookie Betts transitioned successfully to shortstop for the Los Angeles Dodgers this season. [ more ]

Dodgers Nation

3 weeks ago

Andrew Friedman Believes Dodgers' Walker Buehler's Stuff is in 'Great Spot" Right Now

Walker Buehler's return to the Los Angeles Dodgers is imminent after a successful rehab process. [ more ]

Dodgers Nation

Dodgers' Gavin Lux Won't Go Back to Shortstop in 2024

Gavin Lux moved from shortstop to second base for at least the rest of 2024.

Confidence in Lux's ability post-knee surgery, emphasizing easier mechanics at second base. [ more ]

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Pinstripe Alley

1 week ago

Yankees Potential (Very Early) Trade Partner: Miami Marlins

Struggles of the Miami Marlins in MLB. [ more ]

ESPN.com

1 week ago

Another star traded away?! Peter Bendix has a plan for the Marlins (no, really!)

Marlins faced backlash trading Luis Arráez early in the season, signaling a potential rebuild. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Marlins Reportedly Void 2025 Club Option On Skip Schumaker

Skip Schumaker to become a free agent after the 2024 season due to voided club option.

Schumaker's successful coaching transition and managerial achievements with the Marlins. [ more ]

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1 week ago

Giants' Zaidi remains confident Chapman, Soler will find swings

Giants' president Zaidi is confident in Soler and Chapman's abilities, despite early season struggles. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Offseason In Review: San Francisco Giants

The Giants benefitted from the tepid offseason to make significant signings

Farhan Zaidi-led Giants struggled to make impactful acquisitions in recent years [ more ]

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

Giants make Chapman contract official, place Beck on 60-day IL

The Giants officially signed Matt Chapman to a unique contract for the upcoming season and potentially the next four years.

Chapman's deal includes player options and could be worth up to $73 million if he stays with the Giants for four years. [ more ]

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

Giants' reported Chapman deal draws swift social media reaction

The Giants signed Matt Chapman to a 3-year, $54 million contract, a move welcomed by fans and analysts.

The addition of Matt Chapman enhances the Giants' lineup and defense, potentially leading to more roster moves. [ more ]

SFGATE

Brandon Crawford says SF Giants departure is Farhan Zaidi's fault

Brandon Crawford felt unwanted and decided to leave Giants due to Farhan Zaidi's offer to earn a roster spot.

Farhan Zaidi valued younger players' progress over veteran presence, leading to Crawford's departure to St. Louis Cardinals. [ more ]

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

Giants taking 'sink-or-swim' approach with young players this season

The Giants are relying on rookies and young players for the upcoming MLB season.

Providing opportunities to young players comes with risks but also brings excitement and potential benefits. [ more ]

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Boston.com

2 weeks ago

Red Sox reportedly trade for 1B Garrett Cooper from Cubs

Red Sox make a trade for first baseman Garrett Cooper from the Cubs to upgrade the position and provide a boost to the lineup. [ more ]

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Mets 2024 season preview: Welcome to The Show [Me] season | amNewYork

The Mets prioritize long-term sustainability over big-money signings.

Building a team around young talent is the key focus for the Mets' president of baseball operations. [ more ]

New York Post

David Stearns can rebuild the Mets by solving these five issues

Building a strong farm system is a priority for the Mets under Stearns' leadership.

Stearns must navigate decisions about key players like Pete Alonso for the team's future success. [ more ]

New York Post

Mets send Mark Vientos to minors, off Opening Day roster after J.D. Martinez signing

Mark Vientos optioned to Triple-A despite recent agreement with J.D. Martinez for DH role.

Vientos, Ji Man Choi squeezed out as roster decisions made for Mets. [ more ]

New York Post

David Stearns proves he's again sticking with his Mets plan

Stearns aims for long-term growth, winning simultaneously.

Transparent and consistent approach by David Stearns in Mets baseball operations. [ more ]

New York Post

David Stearns reaffirms commitment to Mets' youth as J.D. Davis signs with A's

Stearns balances young talent with proven players

Tension between improving team and giving chances to young players [ more ]

Newsday

Darryl Strawberry sees similarities between David Stearns, Frank Cashen

Darryl Strawberry sees similarities between Cashen's strategy and David Stearns' approach in rebuilding the Mets with a focus on investing in younger players. [ more ]

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Dodger Blue

Andrew Friedman: Dodgers 'Feel Really Good' With Pitching Staff

The Dodgers aggressively improved their pitching staff by adding high-end arms and depth.

President Andrew Friedman prioritized retaining Clayton Kershaw and strengthening the bullpen. [ more ]

Dodger Blue

DodgerBlue.com Hiring For 2024 Dodgers Season Coverage

The Los Angeles Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman called the team's elimination in the National League Division Series an 'organizational failure.'

The Dodgers have had a successful free agency period, signing Shohei Ohtani to a record-breaking contract and making other high-priced acquisitions. [ more ]

Dodger Blue

5 months ago

Andrew Friedman: Dodgers Ownership Supports 'Aggressive' Approach From Front Office

The Los Angeles Dodgers front office aims to compete while maintaining a strong farm system.

The team is expected to be aggressive in the upcoming offseason to improve their roster.

Starting pitching is a priority for the Dodgers, with potential interest in Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto. [ more ]

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MLB Trade Rumors

Marlins Hire Sara Goodrum, Brandon Mann

The Miami Marlins have hired Sara Goodrum as director of special projects.

Brandon Mann has been brought aboard as a pitching strategist and Sam Mondry-Cohen as vice-president of player personnel. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Marlins Hire Rachel Balkovec As Director Of Player Development

Rachel Balkovec has been hired by the Marlins as their director of player development.

Balkovec has previously held various roles in player development in organizations such as the Cardinals, Astros, and Yankees. [ more ]

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MLB Insider Explains What Chaim Bloom Can Provide To Cardinals

Chaim Bloom joins the St. Louis Cardinals as their newest front-office advisor after leaving the Boston Red Sox.

Bloom's strong front-office attributes include his ability to get more from less and his fresh perspective on baseball operations. [ more ]

NESN.com

Ex-Red Sox Exec Chaim Bloom Hired By National League Team

Chaim Bloom has been hired by the St. Louis Cardinals as an advisor to the president of baseball operations.

Bloom's hiring brings an outside perspective and fresh set of eyes to the organization's baseball operations. [ more ]

Boston.com

Cardinals hire ex-Red Sox executive Chaim Bloom as adviser to president John Mozeliak

The St. Louis Cardinals have hired Chaim Bloom as an adviser to their president of baseball operations.

Bloom previously worked for the Tampa Bay Rays and the Boston Red Sox, helping to build successful teams. [ more ]

Mets360

Short leash: Mets fans are already impatient with David Stearns

David Stearns is the new President of Baseball Operations for the Mets, known for his success in finding hidden value in players.

Stearns is focused on making strategic moves to strengthen the team's roster, even if they aren't flashy. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Offseason In Review: Milwaukee Brewers

Brewers lost manager and traded ace, focused on big league talent to stay competitive.

New managerial and front office changes, with Craig Counsell's departure and David Stearn's move to the Mets. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Offseason In Review: Detroit Tigers

Tigers had an encouraging 2023 season with mid-tier acquisitions.

New president of baseball operations prioritizes not overspending in free agency. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Reds Open To Post-Playing Role For Joey Votto

Joey Votto, a longtime Reds first baseman, is a free agent after the club declined his 2024 option.

Despite not being brought back by the Reds for playing, Votto has potential post-playing opportunities with the organization. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Rays Extend Erik Neander, Kevin Cash

The Tampa Bay Rays have signed president Erik Neander and manager Kevin Cash to long-term contract extensions.

The pair's tenure has been successful, with the Rays posting a winning record in each season since 2018. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Rays Promote Kevin Ibach To Assistant GM

Kevin Ibach promoted to assistant GM and VP of baseball operations for the Tampa Bay Rays.

Ibach has quickly advanced through the Rays' scouting department, starting as a pro scout and becoming VP of player personnel last year. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Cardinals Notes: Mozeliak, Bloom, Payroll, Injuries

Cardinals president John Mozeliak plans to step back from running baseball operations by the end of his contract in 2025.

Former Red Sox executive Chaim Bloom has been advising the Cardinals for several months and has factored into discussions about the future of the baseball operations department. [ more ]

New York Post

J.D. Martinez signing gives Mets flexibility, counter to NL wild-card contenders

The Mets signed J.D. Martinez to a one-year deal with heavy deferrals.

The move was made to compete with potential NL wild-card teams and provide depth in the lineup. [ more ]

Newsday

Mets' Kodai Senga likely to miss April after PRP injection

Kodai Senga to miss April due to shoulder injury

Platelet-rich plasma injection for accelerating healing [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Mets Notes: Diaz, Third Base, Alonso

Edwin Díaz returns to Mets camp after missing the entire 2023 season

Mets approach the upcoming season as an evaluative year for a full-fledged run in 2025 [ more ]

New York Post

5 months ago

Steve Cohen's cash opens up both baseball worlds for David Stearns

David Stearns has experience balancing present and future success in baseball operations.

Stearns' decision to trade Josh Hader in 2022 may have cost the Brewers a playoff spot but had a positive long-term impact.

Stearns' approach to the Mets is to prioritize winning games in 2024 while maintaining long-term success.

The Mets, under the ownership of Steve Cohen, are focused on immediate success and may aggressively pursue Japanese stars. [ more ]

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Chicago Cubs

Theo Epstein Joins Fenway Sports Group As Partial Owner

Theo Epstein is set to join Fenway Sports Group as a partial owner and senior advisor.

Epstein won't be resuming his role as head of baseball operations but will serve as a sounding board and executive coach to the Red Sox baseball operations staff. [ more ]

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Atlanta Braves

Battery Power Podcast Episode 434: The countdown to Spring Training is on

Alex Anthopoulos will be in charge of baseball operations for a long time to come

Chris Sale's extension is an interesting risk [ more ]

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Atlanta Braves

Braves extend Alex Anthopoulos through 2031 season

The Atlanta Braves have extended the contract of President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Alex Anthopoulos through the 2031 season.

Anthopoulos has a track record of success, having led the Braves to six straight division titles and a World Series championship in 2021. [ more ]

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SF Giants News: Dusty Baker to return to Giants

Dusty Baker has returned to the San Francisco Giants as a special adviser to baseball operations.

Baker started his coaching career with the Giants in 1988 and managed the team from 1993 to 2002. [ more ]

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

Report: Giants hire former manager Dusty Baker as special assistant

Dusty Baker has been hired by the San Francisco Giants as a special assistant.

Baker will work with Farhan Zaidi in baseball operations and assist Larry Baer on the ownership side. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

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