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Dodgers News: Gavin Lux Fully Cleared For All Baseball Activities

Gavin Lux has been fully cleared for all baseball activities after knee surgery.

Lux is expected to be a key piece in the Dodgers' infield for the upcoming season. [ more ]

Dodgers Nation

Dodgers News: Brandon Gomes Confident in Gavin Lux Heading into 2024 Season

Gavin Lux is set to become the everyday shortstop for the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2024.

The team has expressed confidence in Lux and he will not be pressured to perform like a top player due to the team's plethora of stars. [ more ]

Dodgers Nation

Mookie Betts 'Super Excited' to Play Second Base Every Day for Dodgers

Mookie Betts will transition from the outfield to become the Dodgers' everyday second baseman in the 2024 season.

Betts is excited about the move to the infield and believes it will contribute to the team's success. [ more ]

Dodger Blue

Dodgers News: Mookie Betts 'Ecstatic' For Move To Second Base

The Los Angeles Dodgers plan to have Mookie Betts be their everyday second baseman moving forward.

Betts expressed excitement about playing second base and praised Jason Heyward's skills in right field. [ more ]

Dodgers Nation

Dodgers GM Reveals Reasoning for Mookie Betts Being a Full-Time Second Baseman

Mookie Betts will be the Dodgers' new everyday second baseman

The team believes this shift will benefit Betts and the overall construction of the team [ more ]

Dodgers Nation

Dodgers Coach Dino Ebel Expects Mookie Betts to Win Gold Glove at Second Base

Mookie Betts will be playing as the everyday second baseman for the Los Angeles Dodgers next season.

Dodgers third base coach Dino Ebel believes that Betts will thrive in his new role and has the potential to win a Gold Glove award at second base. [ more ]

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NESN.com

2 months ago

Red Sox Have 'Pretty Good Idea' What 2024 Lineup Will Look Like

Trevor Story's presence in the lineup is expected to improve the Red Sox overall

The Red Sox have a solid infield lineup but still have decisions to make in the outfield [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Reds Notes: India, Marte, Candelario

The Cincinnati Reds are considering moving Jonathan India to different positions in the infield and outfield to maximize his playing time.

India has been a below-average defender at second base and could benefit from playing other positions. [ more ]

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Latest On Twins' Trade Discussions

The Minnesota Twins do not plan on engaging in a "salary-dump" trade this winter.

The team is looking to bring back major league talent in any trade deals to build on their successful 2023 season. [ more ]

ESPN.com

Rays make pair of deals, send Kittredge to Cards

The Tampa Bay Rays made trades to acquire outfielder Richie Palacios and send Luke Raley to the Seattle Mariners for infielder José Caballero.

The Rays will receive players with six years of team control, while Kittredge will reach free agency after the 2024 season. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Mariners, Rays Working On Trade Involving Luke Raley, Jose Caballero

The Seattle Mariners have completed one trade and are working on another.

The Mariners and Tampa Bay Rays are discussing a potential trade involving an outfielder and an infielder. [ more ]

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Marlins Have Shown Interest In Gio Urshela

The Miami Marlins have expressed interest in free agent infielder Gio Urshela.

Miami is known to be exploring the free agent market for infield help, with other reported targets including Tim Anderson, Amed Rosario, and Adalberto Mondesi. [ more ]

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Teams Showing Interest In Brandon Crawford

Brandon Crawford has drawn interest from multiple teams this winter.

Crawford could consider retiring if the right opportunity does not arise. [ more ]

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Mets, Yankees Among Teams With Interest In Gio Urshela

The Mets and Yankees are interested in Gio Urshela as a potential third baseman.

Urshela has been an above-average infielder both offensively and defensively over the past five seasons. [ more ]

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Blue Jays Interested In Gio Urshela

The Blue Jays had interest in signing Gio Urshela this offseason, but it's unclear if they are still pursuing him.

Urshela had a shortened 2023 season due to injury but is expected to be ready for Spring Training. [ more ]

New York Post

Mets interested in ex-Yankee Gio Urshela in search for third base options

The Mets have expressed interest in free agent Gio Urshela as a potential option at third base.

The Mets are also considering veteran infielder Justin Turner as a potential option at third base. [ more ]

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NESN.com

3 weeks ago

David Hamilton Takes Accountability For Miscue In Red Sox's Loss

Red Sox infield adjusting without Trevor Story, other players must step up in his absence. [ more ]

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Why Vaughn Grissom Can Finally Fill Long-Time Red Sox Need

The Boston Red Sox have struggled to find stability at second base for the past six seasons.

The Red Sox may have found a long-term solution in infielder Vaughn Grissom. [ more ]

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Where Red Sox Envision Vaughn Grissom Fitting Into 2024 Roster

The Boston Red Sox acquired infield prospect Vaughn Grissom from the Atlanta Braves in exchange for pitcher Chris Sale.

Grissom offers versatility and is likely to settle in at second base for the Red Sox.

His presence provides much-needed stability at second base, addressing Boston's defensive issues. [ more ]

NESN.com

Newly-Acquired Red Sox Infielder Vaughn Grissom 'Excited' To Join Boston

Vaughn Grissom has been traded from the Atlanta Braves to the Boston Red Sox for Chris Sale.

Grissom is excited for the new opportunity to play every day in Boston's infield. [ more ]

Boston.com

Free agent Justin Turner reportedly in contract talks with New York Mets

39-year-old Justin Turner expresses interest in returning to the Red Sox.

The New York Mets have been in discussions with Turner, considering his versatility in the infield. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

4 weeks ago

Orioles To Promote Jackson Holliday

Jackson Holliday, the top prospect, is being called up by the Orioles after a short stint in the minors and an impressive performance.

Holliday's rapid rise through the minor leagues, exceptional offensive and defensive skills, and being part of a talented Orioles' young squad, make him a highly anticipated player. [ more ]

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1 month ago

Rays Option Junior Caminero

Junior Caminero optioned to Triple-A Durham, out of Opening Day roster contention.

Tampa Bay Rays added shortstops Caballero and Rosario, with prospect Mead to compete for infield roles. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

2 months ago

Padres To Move Xander Bogaerts To Second Base

Xander Bogaerts is moving from shortstop to second base for the Padres, while Ha-Seong Kim will take over at shortstop.

The Padres signed Bogaerts to a long-term contract despite already having Fernando Tatis Jr. as their supposed franchise shortstop. [ more ]

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A.J. Hinch Discusses Tigers' Infield Plans

Tigers manager A.J. Hinch addressed the team's infield uncertainty at second and third base.

Top prospect Keith is the presumptive starter at second base, but he will have to earn his spot in Spring Training. [ more ]

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Krall: Reds "Don't Plan To Bring Votto Back As Of Now"

Nick Krall, the president of baseball operations for the Cincinnati Reds, indicated that the team does not plan to bring back first baseman Joey Votto for the upcoming season.

The Reds have a crowded infield with several options, making it unlikely for Votto to return to the team.

Votto had a challenging 2023 season due to a shoulder injury that required surgery, leading to a decline in his performance. [ more ]

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White Sox Designate Zach Remillard For Assignment

White Sox sign Martin Maldonado as catcher

Infielder Zach Remillard designated for assignment [ more ]

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New York Yankees

Ask Pinstripe Alley: Yankees mailbag questions request

The 2024 Yankees will enter camp with several question marks still hanging over the roster.

There is a lack of clarity regarding the infield and bullpen, as well as potential surprises in camp. [ more ]

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AI-Assisted Dependency Updates without Breaking Things

Infield uses continuous monitoring and aggregated upgrade data

Provides a step-by-step path for safe open source component management. [ more ]

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The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 1/17/2024

DIMO raises $11.5M in Series A funding

Infield raises $3M in Seed funding [ more ]

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Mets now have to make a cut to their 40-man roster

The Mets will need to remove a player from their 40-man roster due to recent acquisitions.

Holdover pitchers are most at risk of losing their roster spot. [ more ]

New York Post

Luis Guillorme signs one-year-contract with Braves after Mets non-tender

Former Mets infielder Luis Guillorme has signed a one-year deal with the Atlanta Braves after being non-tendered by the Mets.

Guillorme will provide depth to the Braves' loaded infield.

The Braves have made several significant moves, including acquiring Chris Sale and extending him for two years and $38 million. [ more ]

New York Post

Mets' underwhelming offseason has left David Stearns with work to do

The Mets still have several holes to fill before the start of the season.

They have been unable to land any big names in free agency so far. [ more ]

Dodgers Nation

Dodgers Still Believe in Former Top Prospect Despite 2023 Struggles

Miguel Vargas struggled in his first full-time exposure to major league pitching, raising questions about his future as a big league regular.

The Dodgers are considering using Vargas as part of a platoon, potentially shifting him between the infield and left field throughout the season. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

5 months ago

Brewers, Yonny Hernandez Agree To Minor League Deal

The Brewers have signed Yonny Hernández to a minor league deal with an invitation to Spring Training.

Hernández will likely serve as a contact-hitting depth player in the Brewers' infield. [ more ]

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