MLB Trade Rumors3 weeks agoMajor League BaseballAL West Notes: Stephenson, Canzone, Verlander, ValdezInjuries impacting key players in the American League West teams are providing challenges and uncertainties for their respective lineups and roster plans. [ more ]
Battery Power1 month agoAtlanta BravesBraves News: Jackson Stephens outrighted, Jesse Chavez makes Opening Day roster, and moreThe Atlanta Braves have made roster decisions, outrighting Jackson Stephens for Jesse Chavez. MLB offseason news includes player signings, acquisitions, and injuries like Dylan Carlson's. [ more ]
MLB Trade Rumors2 months agoMajor League BaseballPadres Sign Brad Miller To Minor League DealBrad Miller signed a minor league deal with the Padres after struggling with injuries in the past seasons. Miller had a strong three-year performance before his struggles with injuries, securing a $10MM pact in Texas. [ more ]
ESPN.com1 month agoNew York MetsMartinez's debut with Mets delayed amid ramp upJ.D. Martinez's debut with the New York Mets delayed due to late signing and physical ramp-up. Martinez expected to stay in Florida for further conditioning before potentially playing on Tuesday. [ more ]
ESPN.com1 month agoLA DodgersSource: Mets adding DH Martinez on 1-year dealThe New York Mets signed J.D. Martinez to a one-year, $12 million contract pending a physical. Martinez provides power to the Mets lineup alongside Pete Alonso and had a bounce-back season with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2023. [ more ]
MLB Trade Rumors1 month agoMajor League BaseballMets To Sign J.D. MartinezThe Mets agreed to a $12MM one-year deal with J.D. Martinez Martinez will be paid $4.5MM this year, with the remaining $7.5MM deferred to be paid in $1.5MM annual installments between 2034-38. [ more ]
Dodgers Nation1 month agoLA DodgersDodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto Named as Top MLB Rookie For 2024 SeasonYoshinobu Yamamoto named top MLB rookie by Baseball America Yamamoto signed a lucrative deal with the Dodgers and faces pressure to perform in the major leagues. [ more ]
Dodger Blue1 month agoLA DodgersDodgers Minor League Free Agent Justin Wilson Signs With Cincinnati RedsJustin Wilson signed a one-year contract with the Cincinnati Reds for the 2024 season. Wilson's contract is worth $1.5 million base salary with up to $1 million in incentives. [ more ]
Dodger Blue3 months agoLA DodgersYoshinobu Yamamoto Contract Details: Blocking Minor League Assignment, Hotel Suite & MoreYoshinobu Yamamoto signed the richest deal for a pitcher in baseball history with a 12-year, $325 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The contract includes a $50 million signing bonus, luxury perks, and the ability for Yamamoto to dictate his spot on the Major League roster. [ more ]
Axios4 months agoLA DodgersShohei Ohtani contract could change how teams are valuedThe Los Angeles Dodgers signed Shohei Ohtani to a 10-year, $700 million contract, the largest ever in pro sports. Deferred contracts like this could become a liability for MLB team sale prices. Ohtani's contract is guaranteed even if he can only be a hitter. [ more ]
www.esquire.com4 months agoLA DodgersOhtani to the Dodgers: Let's Break It All DownThe signing of Shohei Ohtani by the Dodgers for a massive contract has been widely covered and analyzed. There is a lack of insightful analysis and new information on the topic. [ more ]
MLB Trade Rumors2 months agoChicago CubsThe Opener: Boras Four, Cubs, HernandezCody Bellinger returns to Cubs for $80MM deal Blake Snell, Jordan Montgomery, and Matt Chapman still on the market [ more ]
MLB Trade Rumors2 months agoMajor League BaseballThe Opener: Starting Market, Bellinger, MLBTR ChatMid-level starting pitching market thinning with Ryu's departure. Bellinger's contract talks with the Cubs show little progress. [ more ]
Pinstripe Alley3 days agoNew York YankeesAround the Empire: Yankees news - 5/5/24Aaron Judge's first ejection after disputing umpire's call raises questions about potential changes in his approach. [ more ]
Dodgers Nation1 month agoLA DodgersFormer Dodgers Reliever Joins Yankees on Minor League DealBickford's career took a positive turn when he joined the Dodgers, leading to a useful MLB player status. Despite limited success with previous organizations, Bickford found stability and performance improvement with the Dodgers. [ more ]
The Athletic2 months agoLA DodgersRosenthal: How Cody Bellinger deal could impact Scott Boras' other top free-agent clientsBoras clients might need to settle for lesser contracts initially but can negotiate better deals later. Performance is crucial for Boras clients to secure lucrative contracts. [ more ]
MLB Trade Rumors1 month agoMajor League BaseballBrandon Belt "Baffled" By Lack Of Offers In Free AgencyBrandon Belt remains the only unsigned player from MLBTR's Top 50 list. Teams viewed Belt as a backup plan, many opting for other options instead of signing him directly. [ more ]
MLB Trade Rumors1 month agoMajor League BaseballDiamondbacks Sign Jordan MontgomeryMontgomery signed a one-year, $25MM deal with the Diamondbacks Montgomery was optioned to Triple-A Reno to get work after missing Spring Training [ more ]
MLB Trade Rumors1 month agoMajor League BaseballBrown: Astros "Not Actively" Pursuing Starting PitchingHouston Astros made a late push for Blake Snell but balked at the high price. Astros GM discussed the unique case of pursuing Snell versus other available pitchers based on value for money. [ more ]
MLB Trade Rumors2 months agoMajor League BaseballDiamondbacks Sign Randal GrichukThe Diamondbacks sign Randal Grichuk to a one-year deal worth $2MM. Grichuk's deal includes $1.5MM base salary in 2024 and a $500K buyout on a mutual option for 2025. [ more ]
MLB Trade Rumors4 months agoMajor League BaseballGiants And Dodgers Made Same Offer To OhtaniThe Giants offered a contract to Shohei Ohtani that was very comparable, if not identical, to the one he accepted with the Dodgers. Ohtani's camp lobbied for a heavily deferred contract with every team, including the Giants. [ more ]
MLB Trade Rumors4 months agoMajor League BaseballRoyals Finalizing Deal With Seth LugoThe Royals are finalizing a three-year deal with a right-hander. The deal is worth $45 million. [ more ]
NBC Sports Bay Area & California2 months agoSan Francisco GiantsReport: Matt Chapman, Giants agree to three-year, $54M contractMatt Chapman agrees to a three-year, $54 million deal with the Giants, with opt-outs after the first two seasons. Chapman's signing adds a big bat to the Giants' lineup and boosts their defense, especially at third base. [ more ]
McCovey Chronicles2 months agoSan Francisco GiantsBreaking: Giants sign Matt Chapman to pillow contractThe Giants signed Matt Chapman to a 3-year, $54 million 'pillow contract' with opt-outs. Chapman's signing is below initial projections, but brings a defensive powerhouse and offensive boost to the Giants. [ more ]
Battery Power2 months agoAtlanta BravesThis Day in Braves History: March 2The Yankees signed Babe Ruth to a record-breaking three-year deal in 1927. Major League Baseball expanded the postseason in 2012 to include 10 teams with an additional wild card team in each league. [ more ]
Battery Power2 months agoAtlanta BravesThis Day in Braves History: Greg Maddux agrees to a one-year, $14.75 million dealBraves signed Greg Maddux to a record one-year deal in 2003 MLB historical events from 1891 to 2018 [ more ]
Battery Power5 months agoAtlanta BravesThis Day in Braves History: Atlanta signs Billy Wagner to a one-year deal1912 - Boston Braves owner James Gaffney purchases land to build a ballpark 2009 - The Braves sign reliever Billy Wagner to a one-year contract [ more ]
WTAQ News Talk | 97.5 FM 1360 AM | Green Bay, WI2 months agoChicago White SoxReports: Red Sox to sign closer Liam Hendriks to 2-year dealThe Boston Red Sox and Liam Hendriks agree to a two-year deal worth $10 million, laden with incentives, and a mutual option for 2026. Hendriks, a three-time All-Star, is expected to return slowly from Tommy John surgery and isn't likely to pitch much in the 2024 season. [ more ]
New York Post2 months agoNew York MetsInside the first baseman contract trend that Pete Alonso has to deal withFirst basemen salaries have dropped in relation to other positions Pete Alonso may not get a top-five contract despite his impressive performance [ more ]
MLB Trade Rumors3 months agoPodcastMLBTR Podcast: Teoscar Signs With L.A. And The Move-Making Mariners and RaysDeferred money in contracts is a growing trend in baseball A salary floor could potentially benefit baseball [ more ]