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Episode 1,119 focuses on the Pittsburgh Steelers signing RB/KR Cordarrelle Patterson, demonstrating the team's offseason theme of urgency and decisiveness. [ more ]
#PostPulpit Mailbag: Should Jayden Daniels be New England's first-round pick?
The New England Patriots are preparing for the offseason, with the NFL Combine and free agency on the horizon.
There is speculation about which player the Patriots will select with the No. 3 pick in the draft, with Jayden Daniels and Drake Maye being mentioned as potential options. [ more ]
The Boston Red Sox are not planning to have a higher payroll in 2024 compared to 2023, indicating a cautious approach to spending during the offseason.
While the team's projected salary for 2024 is similar to last year's Opening Day payroll, there's a significant gap between their luxury tax numbers.
The Red Sox narrowly exceeded the luxury tax in 2022, but staying above the threshold affected their draft compensation and they finished in last place in the AL East. [ more ]
The relief market has been active, with the Astros signing a lefty relief ace and the Angels signing a top right-hander. Other teams like the Cardinals, Rangers, Yankees, and Cubs are still looking to upgrade their bullpen.
Several signings, including deals for Josh Hader, Robert Stephenson, and Yariel Rodriguez, are awaiting official announcement. These signings will require corresponding moves to be made by the teams. [ more ]
The Blue Jays are reportedly in agreement with right-hander Yariel Rodriguez on a four-year deal worth $32MM.
Activity on the starting pitching market could continue, with teams potentially targeting free agents such as James Paxton, Hyun Jin Ryu, and Michael Lorenzen. [ more ]
Submit Your Questions For A Mailbag Episode Of The MLB Trade Rumors Podcast!
MLB Trade Rumors podcast focuses on listener questions during the offseason lull, encouraging submissions via email or audio to engage with the audience. [ more ]
It's Dodgers' turn to try to buy a World Series trophy
The Yankees and Mets were the top spenders in MLB last offseason, but both teams failed to make the playoffs in 2023.
The Dodgers spent $1.2 billion this winter, including signing Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, making them the clear winners of the offseason. [ more ]
Steve Cohen: Mets starting to look stacked' in 2024 thanks to organizational depth | amNewYork
Steve Cohen believes the New York Mets will surprise in 2024 despite a quieter offseason.
New president of baseball operations, David Stearns, is focusing on long-term sustainability through smaller signings and giving young players opportunities. [ more ]
Why the SF Giants are willing to gamble on RHP Jordan Hicks' upside
The San Francisco Giants signed Jordan Hicks to a four-year, $44 million contract to be a starting pitcher, which is an unorthodox move for a veteran reliever.
This move is seen as a value play for the Giants, giving them the potential for a high-end starter at a relatively cheap price. [ more ]
Steelers Positional Grades Season Review: Cornerbacks
The Pittsburgh Steelers have had a history of great cornerbacks, but the position has been a sore spot in recent years.
The Steelers have made changes at the cornerback position this past offseason, bringing in new players like Patrick Peterson and Chandon Sullivan. [ more ]
Chicago White Sox infielder Nicky Lopez inducted into Naperville Central Athletic Hall of Fame
Nicky Lopez, new Chicago White Sox infielder, is having an eventful offseason that includes getting married and being inducted into the Naperville Central Athletic Hall of Fame.
Lopez is grateful to play for his hometown team and is honored to be recognized by his former school.
His teachers and coaches from Naperville Central are proud of his accomplishments and celebrated his induction into the Hall of Fame. [ more ]
ESPN Analysts Debates Whether Or Not Justin Fields Is A Fit For Steelers
The Pittsburgh Steelers have differing opinions on whether they should trade for Justin Fields.
Former NFL wide receiver Harry Douglas believes the team should address other needs first, while NFL analyst Kimberley A. Martin believes they should trade for Fields. [ more ]
Patriots' tight end position might have to be rebuilt from scratch this offseason
The New England Patriots are undergoing a franchise-altering rebuild in the offseason, starting from scratch after parting ways with head coach Bill Belichick.
The team's tight end position is analyzed, with Hunter Henry's production not matching his salary, Mike Gesicki being a minor contributor, and Pharaoh Brown exceeding expectations as a rotational player. [ more ]
Red Sox' Tom Werner revisits 'full throttle' comments amid quiet offseason
Despite optimism, the Red Sox have had a lackluster offseason with few impactful moves and limited payroll spending.
The team remains well below MLB's first competitive tax threshold and reportedly needs to clear additional payroll to pursue free agents aggressively. [ more ]