Astros Considering Josh Harrison

The Houston Astros have considered free-agent infielder Josh Harrison, who would serve as a replacement for Marwin Gonzalez at a much lower cost if they can't re-sign Gonzalez. Harrison would fill the utility role that Gonzalez handled in Houston. The 31-year-old Harrison had a bad year in 2018, hitting .250/.293/.363 with eight home runs and […]

Top 10 Dynasty Catchers - Fantasy Baseball Prospects

In 2018, the average catcher in fantasy baseball posted a WRC+ of 90. That means that, on average, a catcher in the Majors was ten percent worse than any other position. If this does not show the dearth of talent right now for fantasy owners at the position than nothing will. This, in fact, keeps […]

Angels Trade Jose Alvarez to Phillies for Luis Garcia

The Los Angeles Angels have traded left-handed reliever Jose Alvarez to the Philadelphia Phillies in exchange for right-hander Luis Garcia. Alvarez was one of LA's steadiest relievers, posting a 2.71 ERA and a 1.15 WHIP in 63 innings last season. Garcia is a flame-throwing right-hander who posted an excellent 10.0 K/9 last season, but struggled […]

Marcell Ozuna Expected To Be Ready In January

St. Louis Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak said that outfielder Marcell Ozuna (shoulder), who had shoulder surgery in late October, is expected to be fully cleared in January. Ozuna hit .280/.325/.433 with 23 home runs, 88 RBI, 69 runs and three steals in 148 games in his first season with the RedBirds, but more was […]

A.J. Minter Could Be Closer In 2019

The Atlanta Braves may use an in-house reliever as their closer to open the 2019 season, and A.J. Minter could be the best long-term option with Arodys Vizcaino having durability issues with his right shoulder. Edwin Diaz was acquired in a trade by the Mets and free-agent closer Craig Kimbrel's asking price is currently too […]

Yu Darvish Weeks Away From Throwing

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish (elbow) has been looking strong and healthy and is a few weeks away from throwing, according to president Theo Epstein. Those that paid up for the Japanese right-hander in 2018 certainly had buyer's remorse, as Darvish didn't make it past May and made just eight starts because of his […]

Kris Bryant To Begin Hitting In January

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (shoulder) is progressing without limitations and is expected to begin hitting in January, according to president Theo Epstein. Bryant's left shoulder injury was the story of his disappointing 2018 season, as it limited him tremendously in the second half. He hit .272/.374/.460 and his counting stats (13 homers, 52 […]

Rays Showing Interest In Charlie Morton

The Tampa Bay Rays have shown interest in free-agent starting pitcher Charlie Morton. Morton dealt with arm troubles down the stretch last season and turned 35 last month, but the veteran right-hander went 15-3 for Houston last year with a solid 3.13 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 201 strikeouts and just 64 walks in 30 starts. […]

Brandon Morrow Undergoes Elbow Scope

Chicago Cubs closer Brandon Morrow (elbow) underwent a scope on his elbow a month ago, and it could impact his availability for the start of the 2019 season. Morrow missed all of the second half last season due to elbow issues, but he was very good in the first half, posting a 1.47 ERA, 1.08 […]

Michael Brantley Willing To Play 1B

The representatives for free-agent outfielder Michael Brantley are telling teams that he is willing and able to play first base for the first time in his big league career. Teams aren't looking at Brantley as a full-time first baseman, but those that are interested are aware of his versatility. He played 53 games at first […]

14 Teams Interested In J.T. Realmuto

No fewer than 14 teams are interested in trading for Miami Marlins catcher J.T. Realmuto this winter. The Marlins wouldn't mind holding onto him since he'd help their young pitching staff, it's still likely that Realmuto gets traded. The Nationals are the only team in the National League East that aren't in on him. The […]

Twins Signing Jonathan Schoop, Ronald Torreyes

The Minnesota Twins are signing free-agent second baseman Jonathan Schoop to a one-year deal worth about $7 million on Thursday and are also signing infielder Ronald Torreyes to a one-year deal. Schoop was a bust after the Brewers traded for him last summer, hitting .202 with four homers and 21 RBI in 46 games for […]

Angels Sign Jarrett Parker to Minor League Deal

The Los Angeles Angels have inked outfielder Jarrett Parker to a minor league deal with a foreign team inquiry clause. Parker did not appear in the majors in 2018, but hit .247 with four home runs and two stolen bases back in 2017 with the Giants. He is likely going to serve as extra outfield […]

Royals Looking Hard At Billy Hamilton

The Kansas City Royals are looking hard at free-agent outfielder Billy Hamilton, who was recently non-tendered by the Reds. The Royals were interested in trading for Hamilton in the past, so this isn't a huge surprise. The rebuilding Royals don't have too many set positions heading into 2019, so Hamilton could carve out a decent […]

Indians Reach Extension With Carlos Carrasco

The Cleveland Indians exercised starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco's $10.25 million option for the 2020 season and signed him to a two-year extension for 2021 and 2022 with a vesting option for the 2023 season, according to sources. Between Carrasco, Corey Kluber and Trevor Bauer, Carrasco has the best chance of sticking with the Tribe this […]

Reds Pursuing A.J. Pollock

The Cincinnati Reds are among the teams pursuing free-agent outfielder A.J. Pollock. Cincy is looking for a replacement in center field after non-tendering Billy Hamilton and making him a free agent. Pollock would definitely be an upgrade, as he possesses a nice power/speed combination despite being injury-prone as a 31-year-old. Pollock hit .257/.316/.484 with 21 […]

Nathan Eovaldi Returns To Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox agreed to re-sign starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi to a four-year, $68 million deal on Thursday, according to sources. Boston didn't want to let him get away after he was thoroughly impressive after coming over from the Rays, especially in the postseason run to a World Series title. Eovaldi has a triple-digit […]

Goldy Finds a New Home in St. Louis

First baseman Paul Goldschmidt was in the last year of his deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks, and the 31-year-old was thought to be a trade candidate this offseason. The deal was finalized on Wednesday, as the Cardinals got their man and Goldy was traded for Luke Weaver, Carson Kelly, Andy Young, and a Competitive Balance […]

Yan Gomes to Washington - Fantasy Impact

Last week the Cleveland Indians traded All-Star catcher Yan Gomes to the Washington Nationals for a package of prospects. For Cleveland fans, this move was expected, and hopefully not the last deal this offseason for a team in flux. The fantasy implications are clear, with one of the better catchers moving, and toolsy prospects coming […]

Blue Jays Not Expecting Much From Troy Tulowitzki

Toronto Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins was honest with the team's expectations for oft-injured shortstop Troy Tulowitzki heading into the 2019 season. "Candidly, and I think Troy would agree with me, that is not likely," Atkins said. "He will have to overachieve to play shortstop at an above-average level, with above-average offensive performance for […]

Hunter Pence Open To Returning To Giants

Free-agent outfielder Hunter Pence said he is open to re-signing with the San Francisco Giants this offseason. "Yeah, a couple teams have reached out," Pence said Tuesday. "I’m not going to really discuss who, but I’m really open -- I want a chance to play, a chance to win." Not much went right for Pence, […]

Bryce Harper Not A Target For Cardinals

After the St. Louis Cardinals acquired first baseman Paul Goldschmidt on Wednesday, they are not targeting free-agent outfielder Bryce Harper, according to sources. The team will shift their offseason priorities to improving their bullpen and adding a left-handed hitting bench player. Harper will have plenty of other suitors despite hitting only .249 in 2018. However, […]

Red Sox Intensifying Negotiations With Nathan Eovaldi

The Boston Red Sox are intensifying their negotiations to re-sign starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi, according to sources. The hard-throwing right-hander had a 3.33 ERA, 1.28 WHIP and 8.0 K/9 in 12 outings (11 starts) for Boston after they traded for him and he was nearly unhittable in the postseason on his way to helping the […]

Mariners Looking To Flip Carlos Santana

The Seattle Mariners are willing to trade first baseman Carlos Santana after they just acquired him from the Phillies, according to sources. Seattle would likely have to eat some of the money still owed to Santana in order to trade him away. Santana gets on base with the best of them (.352 on-base percentage last […]

D-Backs Land Carson Kelly, Luke Weaver

The Arizona Diamondbacks acquired catcher Carson Kelly, starting pitcher Luke Weaver, infielder Andy Young and a Compensation Round B pick in next year's draft from the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday in exchange for first baseman Paul Goldschmidt. Goldy is a superstar but had just one year left on his deal and the D-backs weren't […]

Cardinals Acquire Paul Goldschmidt

The St. Louis Cardinals will acquire Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Paul Goldschmidt in exchange for catcher Carson Kelly, starting pitcher Luke Weaver, infielder Andy Young and the team's compensation Round B selection in next year's draft. Goldy is a six-time National League All-Star and is a premiere power-hitting first baseman that will certainly hit in […]

Royals Agree With Chris Owings

The Kansas City Royals agreed on a one-year deal with free-agent infielder/outfielder Chris Owings on Wednesday, according to sources. Owings had a miserable year in 2018, hitting .206/.272/.302 with four home runs, 22 RBI and 11 steals in 106 games. But he managed 12 homers in 2017 in just 97 games and stole a season-high […]

Braves Planning To Hit Josh Donaldson Second In Order

The Atlanta Braves are currently planning to hit third baseman Josh Donaldson in the second spot in the batting order in 2019, with first baseman Freddie Freeman hitting third and outfielder Ronald Acuna either leadoff or cleanup. Second baseman Ozzie Albies and center fielder Ender Inciarte are options for the leadoff spot as well. Donaldson […]

Mets Unlikely To Trade Michael Conforto

The New York Mets are unlikely to include outfielder Michael Conforto in any deal for Marlins catcher J.T. Realmuto. The Mets seriously covet Realmuto, as do many other teams, but the Fish are believed to want Conforto more than Brandon Nimmo in a package. Conforto hit .243/.350/.448 with a career-high 28 home runs and 82 […]

Patrick Corbin to Nationals - Fantasy Impact

Starting pitcher Patrick Corbin was one of the top free agents on the market this winter, with his market dwindled down to the New York Yankees, Philadelphia Phillies, and Washington Nationals. On Tuesday, the Nationals got over the line with Corbin, inking a six-year/$140 million deal with the 29-year-old lefty. This was a mild shock […]