Phillies Optimistic About Chances to Sign Bo Bichette?

The Philadelphia Phillies met with free-agent infielder Bo Bichette on Monday, and Matt Gelb of The Athletic reports that both sides "emerged with optimism" from the meeting. Across 628 plate appearances for the Toronto Blue Jays in 2025, Bichette slashed .311/.357/.483 with 18 home runs, 94 RBI, 78 runs scored, and four stolen bases. He'll […]

Paul Goldschmidt "Continues to Loom as a Potential Fit" in Arizona

Free-agent first baseman Paul Goldschmidt "continues to loom as a potential fit" with the Arizona Diamondbacks, per Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Goldschmidt spent the 2025 season with the New York Yankees, posting a .274/.328/.403 slash line with 10 home runs, 45 RBI, 76 runs scored, and five stolen bases across 534 plate appearances. Entering […]

Ranger Suarez has Fans in the Red Sox Organization

Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports that some members of the Boston Red Sox organization are "high on free-agent left-hander Ranger Suarez," and speculates that signing Suarez could be one way for Boston to pivot after losing third baseman Alex Bregman to the Chicago Cubs in free agency. Across 157 1/3 innings (26 starts) for […]

Red Sox Interested in Framber Valdez?

Tim Healey of The Boston Globe reports that the Boston Red Sox met with starting pitcher Framber Valdez in person at the MLB general managers' meetings in November, and speculates that the team could circle back to Valdez after losing third baseman Alex Bregman to the Chicago Cubs in free agency. Valdez, who is entering […]

Robby Snelling Slated for Early MLB Debut in 2026?

Miami Marlins pitching prospect Robby Snelling appears poised to compete for a starting job in the rotation during spring training. Over the past week, the Marlins have sent two of their starting pitchers, Edward Cabrera and Ryan Weathers, to competing teams in exchange for top prospects. As a result, Snelling faces even less competition to […]

Rays Acquire Caden Bodine From Orioles

Former first-round pick Caden Bodine was included in the package to Tampa Bay that sent right-handed pitcher Shane Baz to the Baltimore Orioles earlier this offseason. The Orioles selected the young backstop with the 30th overall pick in last year's MLB Draft and will now join his second professional club. Following his selection out of […]

Michael Forret Joins Tampa Bay in Trade

Right-handed pitching prospect Michael Forret was the top piece the Rays acquired in exchange for right-handed pitcher Shane Baz, who was shipped to the Orioles earlier in the offseason. Forret is now considered the No. 7-ranked prospect in the Tampa Bay system on MLB.com. Last summer, Forret enjoyed an impressive campaign with High-A and Double-A, […]

Dylan Jasso Traded to Marlins on Tuesday

New York Yankees infield prospect Dylan Jasso was included in the package that sent left-handed starting pitcher Ryan Weathers to the New York Yankees on Tuesday evening. Additionally, Jasso was sent to the Malrins alongside fellow prospects Dillon Lewis, Brendan Jones, and Juan Matheus. Jasso, the No. 23-ranked prospect in the Yankee system ahead of […]

Dillon Lewis Sent to Marlins

The New York Yankees have traded outfield prospect Dillon Lewis to the Miami Marlins in the package that brought Ryan Weathers to the Bronx. Additionally, the Yankees sent fellow prospects Brendan Jones, Dylan Jasso, and Juan Matheus to Miami. Lewis was viewed as the No. 16-ranked prospect in the New York pipeline ahead of Tuesday's […]

Brendan Jones Traded to Marlins

The New York Yankees have traded outfield prospect Brendan Jones to the Miami Marlins in return for left-handed pitcher Ryan Weathers. With Jones, the Yankees also sent prospects Dillon Lewis, Dylan Jasso, and Juan Matheus. Jones was considered the No. 15-ranked prospect in the Yankee system on MLB.com before the trade. The former 12th-round pick […]

Seranthony Dominguez Linked as Potential Option for Diamondbacks

Free agent relief pitcher Seranthony Dominguez is viewed as a top option for the Diamondbacks' bullpen, according to Jack Sommers of Sports Illustrated. The Diamondbacks are in the market to add to their bullpen as both of their top options, A.J. Puk (elbow) and Justin Martinez (elbow), are expected to miss the first half as […]

Blaze Alexander Could Shift to the Outfield

Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Blaze Alexander could see extended time in the outfield during the upcoming season. On Tuesday, the Diamondbacks acquired third baseman Nolan Arenado from the St. Louis Cardinals. Following the trade, GM Mike Hazen noted that he envisions Arenado playing on a daily basis at third base, which will limit Alexander's opportunities […]

Diamondbacks to Deploy a "Bridge" Closer in the First Half

The Arizona Diamondbacks are expected to rely on a "bridge "closer in the first half of the season while top relievers A.J. Puk (elbow) and Justin Martinez (elbow) recover from their respective injuries. Jack Sommers of Sports Illustrated reported that the team is looking for a "gem," similar to how Shelby Miller was for the […]

Alec Bohm Linked to Pirates as Possible Trade Target

According to Colin Beazley of The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, the Pittsburgh Pirates could look to pursue Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm in a trade. With the Phillies in serious pursuit of Bo Bichette, they could look to move Bohm in a trade, as Bichette would likely become their everyday third baseman. The Pirates have had […]

Dodgers Designate Ryan Fitzgerald for Assignment

The Los Angeles Dodgers have designated infielder Ryan Fitzgerald for assignment. This transaction opened a spot on the roster for Andy Ibanez. The Dodgers claimed Fitzgerald off waivers from the Minnesota Twins earlier this week. If Fitzgerald were to clear waivers, he would report to Triple-A Oklahoma City. Last season, Fitzgerald made his MLB debut […]

Joe Musgrove Won't Have Innings Limit in 2026

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Joe Musgrove (elbow) will not have an innings limit placed on him during the 2026 season. Padres manager Craig Stammen appeared on the Foul Territory podcast and explained that the right-hander is in a "great spot" following his recovery from Tommy John surgery and noted that the team is not […]

Reds Sign Will Banfield and Hagen Danner to Minor-League Deals

The Cincinnati Reds have signed free-agent catcher Will Banfield and right-hander Hagen Danner to minor-league deals, according to the Reds' X account. Banfield appeared in just seven games for Cincinnati last year, slashing .100/.100/.100 with one hit in 10 plate appearances. In the minors, the 26-year-old from Georgia has slashed .224/.276/.366 with 63 home runs […]

Are the Red Sox Still Pursuing Eugenio Suarez?

According to Sean McAdam and Chris Cotillo of MassLive, the Boston Red Sox are still rumored to have interest in veteran third baseman Eugenio Suarez following Alex Bregman's signing with the Chicago Cubs on Saturday. Boston previously showed interest in Suarez earlier in the offseason but opted to wait in hopes of landing infielders Ketel […]

Mets, Blue Jays Engaged in Bidding War for Kyle Tucker

The New York Mets and Toronto Blue Jays are engaged in an active bidding war for free-agent outfielder Kyle Tucker. According to ESPN's Jesse Rogers, the Mets have offered Tucker a short-term deal believed to be worth roughly $50 million per season. Meanwhile, sources told ESPN that the Blue Jays have countered with a long-term […]

Royals Move in Outfield Walls at Kauffman Stadium to Boost Scoring

The Kansas City Royals are moving in the outfield walls at Kauffman Stadium by approximately 10 feet in an effort to boost home run production, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. "We want a neutral ballpark where if you hit a ball well, it should be a home run," Royals general manager J.J. Picollo said […]

J.J. Wetherholt to Compete for Starting Job in Spring Training

On Tuesday afternoon, the St. Louis Cardinals traded veteran third baseman Nolan Arenado to the Arizona Diamondbacks, and according to The Athletic's Katie Woo, this move opens the door for top prospect J.J. Wetherholt to compete for a starting job in spring training. Last season, Wetherholt saw extensive time at third base with Triple-A Memphis, […]

Yankees Add Rotation Depth, Acquire Ryan Weathers in Four-Player Deal

The New York Yankees have acquired left-hander Ryan Weathers from the Miami Marlins in exchange for minor-league outfielders Dillon Lewis and Brendan Jones, along with infielders Dylan Jasso and Juan Matheus, according to Jack Curry of YES Network. Weathers is coming off a season in which he pitched just 38 1/3 innings, posting a 3.99 […]

Chase Shugart Traded to Phillies

Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher Chase Shugart was traded to the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday. In exchange, the Pirates receive infielder Francisco Loreto. Shugart was designated for assignment by the Pirates last week, but will now be shipped out for an 18-year-old infielder. Last season, Shugart registered a 3.40 ERA, 1.11 WHIP, and a 31/17 K/BB […]

Cubs Claim Justin Dean Off Waivers

The Chicago Cubs claimed outfielder Justin Dean off waivers from the San Francisco Giants. Dean made his MLB debut last season when he played in 18 games with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The 29-year-old was mainly used as a defensive replacement or a pinch-hitter during his time with the World Series champs. Dean was claimed […]

Jonathan Loaisiga Joins Diamondbacks on Minor-League Deal

The Arizona Diamondbacks signed relief pitcher Jonathan Loaisiga to a minor-league deal on Tuesday. Loaisiga spent the last eight seasons with the New York Yankees. He became a free agent after the organization decided to decline his $5 million option for the 2026 season. The 31-year-old registered a 3.54 ERA, 1.48 WHIP, and a 232/82 […]

Carter Kieboom Signs Minor-League Deal With Guardians

The Cleveland Guardians have signed infielder Carter Kieboom to a minor-league deal with an invite to spring training. Kieboom is a former first-round pick of the Washington Nationals from 2016. He was never able to live up to the hype as he slashed .199/.297/.301 with 12 home runs and 42 RBI across 133 games in […]

Mets Offering $120-140 Million to Kyle Tucker

League sources suggested that the New York Mets are in the range of offering $120 million to $140 million for three years to free-agent outfielder Kyle Tucker, according to Will Sammon of The Athletic. The Toronto Blue Jays or Los Angeles Dodgers may offer more to Tucker, who is the top free agent available this […]

Cardinals Trade Nolan Arenado to Diamondbacks

The St. Louis Cardinals have traded third baseman Nolan Arenado to the Arizona Diamondbacks. In exchange, the Cardinals received right-handed pitcher Jack Martinez. Arenado has had his name on the trade block throughout the winter and finally agreed to waive his no-trade clause to join the Diamondbacks. The 34-year-old is coming off a quiet season, […]

Giants Aggressively Pursuing Second-Base Options

The San Francisco Giants are looking to fill in their infield with another strong bat this offseason, and they are aggressively pursuing an addition at second base, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan. Passan mentions both the Cubs' Nico Hoerner and the Cardinals' Brendan Donovan as options they have been engaged about recently. Last offseason, the […]

Jax Biggers Signs Minor-League Deal With the Astros

Free-agent shortstop Jax Biggers has signed a minor-league contract with the Houston Astros after spending the first seven seasons of his career in the Rangers' system. Biggers hit only .214 in 79 games in Double-A and Triple-A last season with one home run and 11 stolen bases. He showed more upside in 2024, posting a […]