Gabe Kapler Named NL Manager Of The Year

San Francisco Giants manager Gabe Kapler was announced as the National League's Manager of the Year Tuesday. Milwaukee's Craig Counsell and St. Louis's Mike Shildt finished second and third. Kapler led San Francisco to the best record in the majors this season, and his 107 wins were the highest in franchise history, considerably better than […]

Red Sox Showing Interest In Javier Baez

The Boston Red Sox are among many teams showing interest in free-agent middle infielder Javier Baez after he finished strong with the New York Mets in 2021. Xander Bogaerts is entrenched as Boston's starting shortstop, but his defense has been a weak spot. Bogaerts also has the option of opting out of his contract after […]

Justin Verlander A Fit For The Angels?

The Los Angeles Angels are interested in big arms on short-term deals, which could make free-agent starting pitcher Justin Verlander a fit for them. Verlander is expected to turn down the Houston Astros' one-year, $18.4 million qualifying offer by Wednesday's deadline. The Halos just signed oft-injured, hard-throwing righty Noah Syndergaard to a one-year, $21 million […]

Rangers Considering Starling Marte

The Texas Rangers, who are seeking offensive upgrades this offseason, are considering free-agent outfielder Starling Marte. After a fine season in 2021, Marte has already been receiving interest from the Philadelphia Phillies, Houston Astros, New York Mets, New York Yankees and Miami Marlins, among other teams. The 33-year-old may be the top outfielder available on […]

Jose Berrios Signs Seven-Year Extension With Toronto

The Toronto Blue Jays are signing right-handed starter Jose Berrios to a seven-year, $131 million contract extension on Tuesday, pending a physical, according to a source. According to The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal, Berrios has an opt-out clause after Year 5 and 7 of the extension, and the deal has escalators that can take it up […]

Angels Agree With Noah Syndergaard

The Los Angeles Angels and right-hander Noah Syndergaard agreed to a one-year, $21 million deal on Tuesday, pending a physical, according to sources. The Angels make one of the biggest splashes in free agency with a high-upside power arm and give up a second-round pick to the New York Mets after they extended Thor a […]

Francisco Álvarez - Prospects to Know for 2022

The 2021 season was a major coming-out party for Mets' backstop prospect Francisco Álvarez. Álvarez was signed by the Mets as an international free agent in July of 2018. He signed for a good-sized bonus of $2.7 million. However, if he continues on his current trajectory, there's a good chance that he makes that sum […]

Randy Arozarena Wins AL Rookie Of The Year

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Randy Arozarena won the American League Rookie of the Year award on Monday. Arozarena was already on the map after breaking out in the playoffs in 2020. Astros right-hander Luis Garcia finished in second place, with Tampa teammate Wander Franco finishing third. Arozarena became the fourth player in Rays history to […]

Jonathan India Wins NL Rookie Of The Year

Cincinnati Reds second baseman Jonathan India won the 2021 National League Rookie of the Year award on Monday. India received 29 of the 30 first-place votes and becomes the eighth Reds player to win the award. Marlins pitcher Trevor Rogers received the only other first-place vote. India had an excellent season for the Reds by […]

Yankees To Make A Run At Freddie Freeman?

The New York Yankees have met with the representatives for all of the top left-handed-hitting first basemen, including Freddie Freeman. The Atlanta Braves seem likely to re-sign Freeman, while retaining Anthony Rizzo or trading for Oakland Athletics first baseman Matt Olson might be more realistic options for the Yankees. Freeman, the 2020 National League MVP, […]

Carlos Correa Officially Declines Qualifying Offer

Star free-agent shortstop Carlos Correa officially declined the Houston Astros' one-year, $18.4 million qualifying offer on Monday. This comes as no surprise, as Correa is at the top of the prized free-agent shortstop market this offseason. The 27-year-old will be highly sought after, perhaps primarily by the New York Yankees, and is unlikely to return […]

Manny Pina Signs With Braves

The Atlanta Braves signed catcher Manny Pina to a two-year, $8 million deal on Monday that includes a $4 million team option for the 2024 season. Pina is a highly regarded backup catcher that will help take some of the stress off starting catcher Travis d'Arnaud as the Braves attempt to defend their World Series […]

Eduardo Rodriguez, Tigers Agree On Five-Year Deal

The Detroit Tigers and left-handed starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez agreed to a five-year deal worth at least $77 million on Monday. The deal includes an opt-out clause after the second year, plus incentives. The Tigers continue to transition from a rebuild towards contention, and boosting their young pitching staff with E-Rod is a start. Since […]

2021 Fantasy Baseball Batting Awards

We've put a bow on the 2021 season, with the Braves finishing off their surprising season with a World Series victory over the Astros. That leaves fantasy baseball managers to eagerly await an offseason of hot stove rumors and draft prep. Before all that takes place, it's only right to pay tribute to the players […]

Blue Jays Interested In Marlins Starters

The Toronto Blue Jays have checked in on the excess of pitching in the Miami Marlins rotation, including Pablo Lopez and Elieser Hernandez, according to Jon Morosi of MLB Network. Lopez had a great season on the mound, going 5-5 while posting a 3.07 ERA with a 1.12 WHIP and 27.5 strikeout percentage, but in […]

Louis Head Traded To Marlins Sunday

The Miami Marlins acquired right-hander Louis Head from the Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday for a player to be named later or cash, according to Jon Morosi of MLB Network. Head made his major league debut last season and ended up appearing in 27 games, opening twice. The 31-year old posted a 2.31 ERA and […]

Bryan Reynolds Drawing Interest On The Trade Market

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds has been drawing interest from multiple teams on the trade market, including the New York Yankees and Seattle Mariners, according to Jon Morosi of MLB Network. The interest makes sense given the way he bounced back after a miserable 2020 season, slashing .302/.390/.522 with 24 HRs, 90 RBI, 93 runs […]

Blue Jays, Angels Join Pursuit Of Eduardo Rodriguez

Free-agent starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez has gained the interest of at least two more teams -- the Toronto Blue Jays and the Los Angeles Angels -- according to Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports. Rodriguez had mixed results last season, striking out 27.4% of batters but owned an elevated 4.74 ERA with a 1.39 WHIP […]

Marlins Reportedly Make Offer To Starling Marte

According to The Miami Herald's Barry Jackson, the Miami Marlins made an offer to free-agent outfielder Starling Marte. The veteran began the 2021 season with the Marlins, hitting .305 with a .405 on-base percentage, seven home runs, and 22 stolen bases in 233 plate appearances before he was traded to the Oakland Athletics on July […]

Yankees Sign Joely Rodriguez

The New York Yankees signed left-handed reliever Joely Rodriguez to a one-year deal on Wednesday. Rodriguez spent the second half of last season with the Yankees after being acquired from the Texas Rangers as part of the Joey Gallo trade. In 46.1 innings split between Texas and New York, the 29-year-old pitched to a 4.66 […]

Astros Reportedly Meet With Starling Marte's Agents

According to MLB Network's Jon Heyman, the Houston Astros reportedly met with outfielder Starling Marte's agents. The 33-year-old hit .308 with a .381 on-base percentage, 12 home runs, and 47 stolen bases in 526 plate appearances split between the Miami Marlins and Oakland Athletics last season. Houston began last season with Myles Straw starting in […]

Brewers Acquire Mike Brosseau

The Milwaukee Brewers have acquired infielder Mike Brosseau in a trade with the Tampa Bay Rays for pitching prospect Evan Reifert. The 27-year-old Brosseau is a career .245 hitter in the Majors, with a lifetime .311 on-base percentage, 16 home runs, and five stolen bases in 409 plate appearances. He appeared in 57 games for […]

Rockies Re-Sign Jhoulys Chacin

The Colorado Rockies have re-signed pitcher Jhoulys Chacin to a one-year deal, according to The Gazette's Danielle Allentuck. Chacin mostly pitched as a reliever last season for Colorado, turning in a 4.34 ERA and a 4.63 FIP in 64 1/3 innings. The veteran recorded 17 holds while also registering 47 strikeouts and 28 walks. He […]

Jonathan India 2021 Year-in-Review

The Cincinnati Reds and their fans are probably more disappointed than happy with the team's 2021 performance, as the team finished with a winning record of 83-79. However, a very final month left pushed them out of the playoffs. They are left with a solid core of players, which gives the team hopes for a […]

Four Teams Reportedly In On Steven Matz

The Boston Red Sox, Los Angeles Angels, Los Angeles Dodgers and St. Louis Cardinals are reportedly "in on" free-agent starter Steven Matz, according to Newsday's Tim Healey. Matz found plenty of success in 2021 in his first season in a Toronto Blue Jays uniform, registering a 3.82 ERA, a 3.79 FIP, 144 strikeouts and 43 […]

Tigers Reportedly Interested In Anthony DeSclafani

According to MLB Network's Jon Heyman, the Tigers have interest in free-agent starter Anthony DeSclafani. The right-hander spent the 2021 season with the San Francisco Giants, pitching to a 3.17 ERA and a 3.62 FIP in 167 2/3 innings for the National League West franchise. He also struck out 152 batters while surrendering 42 walks. […]

Tigers Reportedly Interested In Jon Gray

The Detroit Tigers are reportedly interested in free-agent right-hander Jon Gray, according to MLB Network's Jon Morosi. Gray enjoyed a quality season in 2021 with the Colorado Rockies, pitching to a 4.59 ERA, a 3.95 FIP, 157 strikeouts and 58 walks in 149 innings pitched. A move to Detroit by Gray certainly wouldn't hurt from […]

Adam Conley Now A Free Agent

Left-handed relief pitcher Adam Conley is now a free agent after clearing waivers. The Tampa Bay Rays previously designated the reliever for assignment. The 31-year-old made 17 appearances out of the bullpen for the Rays in 2021, pitching to a 2.29 ERA and a 4.08 FIP in 19.2 innings. He also struck out 16 batters […]

Tigers Have Talked To Agents Of Top Free-Agent Shortstops

According to MLB Network's Jon Morosi, the Detroit Tigers have talked with agents for top free-agent shortstops, including Carlos Correa, Marcus Semien, Javier Baez, Trevor Story, Corey Seager and Chris Taylor. Detroit could certainly use the help at one of the game's most important positions if they want to contend next season. No Tigers shortstop finished […]

Phillies Reportedly Interested In Starling Marte

The Philadelphia Phillies are reportedly interested in outfielder Starling Marte, according to MLB Network's Jon Heyman on Thursday. Marte is coming off arguably his best season, hitting .308 with a .381 on-base percentage, 12 home runs, and 47 stolen bases in 526 plate appearances. The 33-year-old was one of fantasy baseball's best outfielders in 2021. […]