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How a late Blake Snell signing would channel turn-of-the-century Steinbrenner

High-profile free agents remain unsigned, dominated by Scott Boras clients like Cody Bellinger and Blake Snell.
Yankees monitoring the market, potentially interested in adding Blake Snell for the rotation.

MLB agent Scott Boras claims Red Sox are 'wanting to secure high-level players' this offseason

The Red Sox are determined to be aggressive in pursuing free agents this offseason, aiming to enhance their roster significantly.

How much do the Mets need to add to their roster to entice Juan Soto?

The Mets are prioritizing signing Juan Soto, demonstrating serious commitment in their pursuit.

Mets rumors: World Series or bust hopes to be buoyed by aggressively' attacking free-agent market | amNewYork

Scott Boras significantly influences the Mets' offseason strategy, targeting top free agents like Juan Soto and pushing for a World Series run.

OTM Open Thread 11/7: Throwback to Better Times

Red Sox are pursuing Juan Soto amid interest from other top teams.
Acquiring Soto could enhance the team but may require significant lineup changes.
Soto's trade by the Padres highlights the strategic considerations in player deals.

Scott Boras, agent to Juan Soto and other stars, holds keys to MLB offseason

Scott Boras remains a dominant figure in MLB agenting, navigating the complexities and pressures of the offseason with top talent positioning.

How a late Blake Snell signing would channel turn-of-the-century Steinbrenner

High-profile free agents remain unsigned, dominated by Scott Boras clients like Cody Bellinger and Blake Snell.
Yankees monitoring the market, potentially interested in adding Blake Snell for the rotation.

MLB agent Scott Boras claims Red Sox are 'wanting to secure high-level players' this offseason

The Red Sox are determined to be aggressive in pursuing free agents this offseason, aiming to enhance their roster significantly.

How much do the Mets need to add to their roster to entice Juan Soto?

The Mets are prioritizing signing Juan Soto, demonstrating serious commitment in their pursuit.

Mets rumors: World Series or bust hopes to be buoyed by aggressively' attacking free-agent market | amNewYork

Scott Boras significantly influences the Mets' offseason strategy, targeting top free agents like Juan Soto and pushing for a World Series run.

OTM Open Thread 11/7: Throwback to Better Times

Red Sox are pursuing Juan Soto amid interest from other top teams.
Acquiring Soto could enhance the team but may require significant lineup changes.
Soto's trade by the Padres highlights the strategic considerations in player deals.

Scott Boras, agent to Juan Soto and other stars, holds keys to MLB offseason

Scott Boras remains a dominant figure in MLB agenting, navigating the complexities and pressures of the offseason with top talent positioning.
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#juan-soto

Hal Steinbrenner To Meet With Boras/Soto

Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner is meeting with Scott Boras to discuss Juan Soto, a top free agent, amid strong interest from multiple teams.

Juan Soto's absence proving to Yankees how much he's worth | amNewYork

Scott Boras may negotiate a significant contract for Juan Soto due to his exceptional performance with the New York Yankees.

How the Yankees should interpret Scott Boras' free-agent pitch for Juan Soto

Scott Boras ruled out the possibility of Juan Soto considering deferred contracts akin to Shohei Ohtani's, focusing instead on commitment and market value.

Hal Steinbrenner To Meet With Boras/Soto

Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner is meeting with Scott Boras to discuss Juan Soto, a top free agent, amid strong interest from multiple teams.

Juan Soto's absence proving to Yankees how much he's worth | amNewYork

Scott Boras may negotiate a significant contract for Juan Soto due to his exceptional performance with the New York Yankees.

How the Yankees should interpret Scott Boras' free-agent pitch for Juan Soto

Scott Boras ruled out the possibility of Juan Soto considering deferred contracts akin to Shohei Ohtani's, focusing instead on commitment and market value.
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#alex-bregman

Astros Notes: Bregman, Alvarez, McCormick

Astros GM Dana Brown aims to discuss a new contract with Alex Bregman before he hits free agency, but Bregman prefers to focus on the playoffs.

Alex Bregman Has Bone Chip Removed From Elbow

Alex Bregman had surgery for a bone chip removal but is expected to recover well before spring training.

Astros Notes: Bregman, Alvarez, McCormick

Astros GM Dana Brown aims to discuss a new contract with Alex Bregman before he hits free agency, but Bregman prefers to focus on the playoffs.

Alex Bregman Has Bone Chip Removed From Elbow

Alex Bregman had surgery for a bone chip removal but is expected to recover well before spring training.
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#matt-chapman

Giants keep invaluable building block in Chapman with extension

Matt Chapman signed a six-year, $151 million extension with the Giants, solidifying his future in San Francisco.

Friday BP: Blake Snell insinuates that the extension ball is in the Giants' court

Blake Snell struggled in a game, but his potential contract extension with the Giants gained attention during a press conference about Matt Chapman's extension.

Super agent Boras defends Farhan Zaidi

Farhan Zaidi's job may be at risk, but Buster Posey helped finalize the Matt Chapman extension despite Zaidi's health issues.

Falcons' highly improbably MNF comeback, plus Matt Chapman's contract saga

Kirk Cousins led the Falcons to an unlikely comeback victory against the Eagles, showcasing a remarkable turnaround.
Matt Chapman secured a six-year extension with the Giants after a challenging winter for free agents represented by Scott Boras.

Giants keep invaluable building block in Chapman with extension

Matt Chapman signed a six-year, $151 million extension with the Giants, solidifying his future in San Francisco.

Friday BP: Blake Snell insinuates that the extension ball is in the Giants' court

Blake Snell struggled in a game, but his potential contract extension with the Giants gained attention during a press conference about Matt Chapman's extension.

Super agent Boras defends Farhan Zaidi

Farhan Zaidi's job may be at risk, but Buster Posey helped finalize the Matt Chapman extension despite Zaidi's health issues.

Falcons' highly improbably MNF comeback, plus Matt Chapman's contract saga

Kirk Cousins led the Falcons to an unlikely comeback victory against the Eagles, showcasing a remarkable turnaround.
Matt Chapman secured a six-year extension with the Giants after a challenging winter for free agents represented by Scott Boras.
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#mlb-free-agency

Jordan Montgomery Blames Scott Boras For Failed Red Sox Negotiations

Jordan Montgomery signed a one-year, $25 million deal with the Diamondbacks after considerations with the Red Sox, blaming ex-agent Scott Boras for negotiation issues.

Juan Soto, Pete Alonso headline stacked 2024-25 MLB free-agent class

MLB free agency outlook for 2023-24 season
Potential big changes in teams' spending patterns in the upcoming MLB season

Boras, Hoyer Discuss Bellinger Signing

Bellinger settled for $80MM after initially seeking $200MM+.
Bellinger signed a shorter-term deal with opt-outs for future opportunities.

Jordan Montgomery Blames Scott Boras For Failed Red Sox Negotiations

Jordan Montgomery signed a one-year, $25 million deal with the Diamondbacks after considerations with the Red Sox, blaming ex-agent Scott Boras for negotiation issues.

Juan Soto, Pete Alonso headline stacked 2024-25 MLB free-agent class

MLB free agency outlook for 2023-24 season
Potential big changes in teams' spending patterns in the upcoming MLB season

Boras, Hoyer Discuss Bellinger Signing

Bellinger settled for $80MM after initially seeking $200MM+.
Bellinger signed a shorter-term deal with opt-outs for future opportunities.
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#player-contracts

Mets' Francisco Lindor wants to see MLBPA 'improve', not remove leaders

Francisco Lindor sees room for improvement in MLBPA, but isn't advocating for leadership overhaul.
Some players believe MLBPA executives Tony Clark and Bruce Meyer are too aligned with agent Scott Boras.

MLBTR Podcast: The Giants Sign Chapman, Zack Wheeler's Extension, And Snell And Montgomery Remain

Teams offering opt-out deals questioned
Players opting for short-term deals discussed

Mets' Francisco Lindor wants to see MLBPA 'improve', not remove leaders

Francisco Lindor sees room for improvement in MLBPA, but isn't advocating for leadership overhaul.
Some players believe MLBPA executives Tony Clark and Bruce Meyer are too aligned with agent Scott Boras.

MLBTR Podcast: The Giants Sign Chapman, Zack Wheeler's Extension, And Snell And Montgomery Remain

Teams offering opt-out deals questioned
Players opting for short-term deals discussed
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#mlb-contracts

How Does Blake Snell Deal Impact Jordan Montgomery-Red Sox Talks?

Boras' quartet of star clients saw slower market progress than expected.
Reported contract figures for Chapman, Bellinger, and Snell fell short of projections.

Cohen doesn't expect new Alonso deal in '24

Cohen doesn't expect a long-term contract with Alonso before the season ends.
Boras prefers clients use free-agent rights to maximize value.

How Does Blake Snell Deal Impact Jordan Montgomery-Red Sox Talks?

Boras' quartet of star clients saw slower market progress than expected.
Reported contract figures for Chapman, Bellinger, and Snell fell short of projections.

Cohen doesn't expect new Alonso deal in '24

Cohen doesn't expect a long-term contract with Alonso before the season ends.
Boras prefers clients use free-agent rights to maximize value.
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Super Agent Scott Boras Has High Praise for Dodgers Ownership

Rare free agent deals between Scott Boras and the Los Angeles Dodgers
Boras commended Dodgers' owner for investments post-2020 World Series win
#jordan-montgomery

Giants rotation takes hit; Beck diagnosed with right arm aneurysm

Tristan Beck diagnosed with an aneurysm, won't be ready for Opening Day.
Giants still searching for healthy starters, looking at free agents like Snell and Montgomery.

Red Sox Rumors: Boston In Mix For Remaining Scott Boras Clients

The Boston Red Sox are still looking to make a big move by signing a frontline starting pitcher.
Agent Scott Boras represents four players that the Red Sox may be interested in: Blake Snell, Matt Chapman, Cody Bellinger, and Jordan Montgomery.

Four more teams reportedly interested in Jordan Montgomery amidst 'pitching panic'

Red Sox and other teams interested in free agent Jordan Montgomery for pitching talent.
Agent Scott Boras says multiple teams are interested in the free agent pitcher due to a baseball pitching panic.

Giants rotation takes hit; Beck diagnosed with right arm aneurysm

Tristan Beck diagnosed with an aneurysm, won't be ready for Opening Day.
Giants still searching for healthy starters, looking at free agents like Snell and Montgomery.

Red Sox Rumors: Boston In Mix For Remaining Scott Boras Clients

The Boston Red Sox are still looking to make a big move by signing a frontline starting pitcher.
Agent Scott Boras represents four players that the Red Sox may be interested in: Blake Snell, Matt Chapman, Cody Bellinger, and Jordan Montgomery.

Four more teams reportedly interested in Jordan Montgomery amidst 'pitching panic'

Red Sox and other teams interested in free agent Jordan Montgomery for pitching talent.
Agent Scott Boras says multiple teams are interested in the free agent pitcher due to a baseball pitching panic.
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Rosenthal: How Cody Bellinger deal could impact Scott Boras' other top free-agent clients

Boras 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.

Reason to believe Mets can keep Pete Alonso despite near-certain free agency

Pete Alonso is likely to become a free agent after the 2024 season
Alonso's preference is to ascertain his true market value
#san-francisco-giants

What would the Giants do with a designated hitter?

Uncertainty surrounds the San Francisco Giants' roster additions
The Giants are expected to add significant names to their roster soon
They are engaged on a number of holdouts in the Scott Boras stable of clients

Melvin confirms Giants still have interest in signing top free agent

New Giants manager Bob Melvin suggests that the team may not be done making moves this offseason.
The Giants continue to monitor the stagnant free-agent market, with top players like Cody Bellinger and Matt Chapman still available.

What would the Giants do with a designated hitter?

Uncertainty surrounds the San Francisco Giants' roster additions
The Giants are expected to add significant names to their roster soon
They are engaged on a number of holdouts in the Scott Boras stable of clients

Melvin confirms Giants still have interest in signing top free agent

New Giants manager Bob Melvin suggests that the team may not be done making moves this offseason.
The Giants continue to monitor the stagnant free-agent market, with top players like Cody Bellinger and Matt Chapman still available.
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Braves News: ZiPS projections, pitcher/catcher week, more

ZiPS projection system favors the Braves as the most likely team to win the World Series.
Scott Boras' top free agent clients still unsigned despite pitchers and catchers reporting week.

Which Teams Are Most Likely To Sign The Top Remaining Free Agents?

Scott Boras's reputation for letting his players linger on the market has yielded mixed results but has resulted in significant deals being done late in the offseason.
The ongoing bankruptcy of Diamond Sports Group is impacting the winter market, with clubs cutting back payroll due to uncertainty around broadcast revenue, affecting player signings.

White Sox star Luis Robert Jr. makes eye-opening Scott Boras agency move

Luis Robert Jr. has hired Scott Boras as his agent.
Boras is known for helping players secure lucrative contracts.

Boras refutes idea Giants' free-agent struggles are tied to city of SF

Jung Hoo Lee is excited to play for the Giants despite concerns about San Francisco's reputation
Agent Scott Boras defends the Giants and states that players are more concerned about the team's ability to win and compete
#Atlanta Braves

NL Notes: Cease, Braves, Nationals, Hampson, D'Backs

The Atlanta Braves are interested in trading for pitcher Dylan Cease from the Chicago White Sox.
Signing Cease to a long-term extension may be challenging due to his representation by Scott Boras, who often advises clients to test free agency.

Braves among finalists for Dylan Cease, per report

The Atlanta Braves are in trade talks for pitcher Dylan Cease.
Cease's hometown Braves are among the finalists.
The Braves may have to part with a significant trade package to acquire Cease.

NL Notes: Cease, Braves, Nationals, Hampson, D'Backs

The Atlanta Braves are interested in trading for pitcher Dylan Cease from the Chicago White Sox.
Signing Cease to a long-term extension may be challenging due to his representation by Scott Boras, who often advises clients to test free agency.

Braves among finalists for Dylan Cease, per report

The Atlanta Braves are in trade talks for pitcher Dylan Cease.
Cease's hometown Braves are among the finalists.
The Braves may have to part with a significant trade package to acquire Cease.
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Around the Empire: Yankees news - 11/28/23

The Yankees are serious about pursuing pitcher Yamamoto.
Scott Boras strategically uses media to negotiate for his clients.
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