Steelers 2024 Salary Cap Update - Sunday Afternoon - March 17
The Pittsburgh Steelers have been active in the 2024 NFL league year, signing free agents and making trades.
The Steelers are approximately $10,630,998 under the salary cap, but this amount could vary due to approximations and pending contract details. [ more ]
AP study: Nine MLB teams cut payroll this winter, and the average salary is up just 1.5% | amNewYork
MLB teams slashed payroll, notably Padres, Mets, and Angels. Average salary increased marginally to $4.98 million, with concerns over unsigned top free agents.
Player unrest sparked by teams cutting spending in tepid free-agent market. Despite small salary increase, concerns raised over unsigned top free agents taking shorter deals. [ more ]
Bo Bichette Lobbying Blue Jays To Sign Dodgers Free Agent J.D. Martinez
The Toronto Blue Jays have expressed interest in signing free agents J.D. Martinez and Justin Turner.
Blue Jays infielder Bo Bichette believes that adding right-handed power hitters like Martinez and Turner would be beneficial on and off the field. [ more ]
The 10 Yankees, Mets with most at stake in pivotal 2024 walk years
The signing of J.D. Martinez addressed a Mets issue but created uncertainty about the future roster.
Both the Mets and Yankees have several players on short-term contracts, leading to potential significant changes to their rosters in the near future. [ more ]
Yankees 'not pencils down by any means' when it comes to improving roster, especially pitching
The Yankees are looking to upgrade their pitching staff despite being satisfied with their current roster.
Organizational depth in the starting rotation is a concern for the Yankees, as they don't want to rely on unproven pitchers throughout the season. [ more ]
Could Kyle Bradish's injury motivate the Orioles to call about Dylan Cease?
The Orioles are dealing with injuries to two pitchers, including top starter John Means, but they may not pursue Dylan Cease as a replacement.
Orioles GM Mike Elias expressed a preference for obtaining talent from the trade market rather than signing free agents, despite the remaining options. [ more ]
Many notable free agents from the 2023 season remain unsigned, including J.D. Martinez, Kiké Hernández, Amed Rosario, and others.
Amed Rosario has drawn interest from teams like the Los Angeles Angels and Miami Marlins, with the latter also eyeing Gio Urshela as a free agent shortstop option. [ more ]
Dodgers Rumors: Dinelson Lamet Signed To Minor League Contract
The Los Angeles Dodgers have some key free agents, including Clayton Kershaw and Ryan Brasier, who may or may not be returning to the team for the upcoming season.
The Dodgers have signed pitcher Dinelson Lamet to a Minor League deal with a non-roster invite to Spring Training. [ more ]
ESPN believes 49ers are best fit for top free agent O-lineman
Robert Hunt, a top-ranked offensive lineman among impending free agents, could be a game-changer for the San Francisco 49ers.
The 49ers may benefit significantly from upgrading at the right guard position with Hunt, addressing their need for improved pass protection and run blocking. [ more ]
The Marlins made a trade with the Twins to acquire utilityman Nick Gordon, adding versatility to their roster.
The Pirates signed catcher Yasmani Grandal and the Phillies signed right-hander Spencer Turnbull, both teams will need to make corresponding roster moves. [ more ]
PFF Predicts Former Steelers OL Kevin Dotson Will Be Paid As A Top-Five Guard
Kevin Dotson is listed as one of the impending free agents who deserves to get paid by Pro Football Focus.
Dotson's performance significantly improved after moving to the Los Angeles Rams, becoming one of the highest-graded run blockers in the league. [ more ]
Whit Merrifield is a versatile second baseman who has consistently put up solid offensive numbers and provided defensive versatility.
Tim Anderson, a former All-Star shortstop, had a down year in 2023 but is a prime bounceback candidate and may consider playing second base if needed. [ more ]