Year in Review: Victor Robles

Washington Nationals outfielder Victor Robles endured a tough 2020 season, slashing a paltry .220/.293/.315 while collecting just four stolen bases. That pace would have given him around only 12 SB in a full 162-game season. Fantasy managers had to have been expecting more considering he was a top-75 pick on average heading into 2020, just a […]

Mitch Haniger Avoids Arbitration

The Seattle Mariners and outfielder Mitch Haniger avoided salary arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, non-guaranteed $3.01 million deal on Saturday, according to sources. Haniger slashed just .220/.314/.463 in 63 games while adding 15 home runs and 32 RBI in 2019 and hasn't played since June of that same season. The 29-year-old had a breakout […]

Rangers Hire Former Pitcher Chris Young As GM

The Texas Rangers hired Chris Young as executive vice president and general manager on Friday, and he'll work under president of baseball operations Jon Daniels, who has been the team's GM since 2005. The 6-foot-10 Young pitched 13 seasons in the majors and has been the senior vice president in charge of on-field operations and […]

Michael Brantley Could Be Backup Plan For Yankees

The New York Yankees are in need of more left-handed hitting, and they've had contact with four-time All-Star outfielder Michael Brantley. However, Brantley seems like a Plan B in case the team cannot re-sign second baseman DJ LeMahieu. Brantley will turn 34 in May and could be limited to a short-term deal because of his […]

Red Sox Showing Interest In Eddie Rosario

The Boston Red Sox have some interest in free-agent outfielder Eddie Rosario after he was non-tendered by the Twins on Wednesday, according to sources. Rosario would likely have to play right field in Fenway Park, but manager Alex Cora selected Rosario to play for Team Puerto Rico during the 2017 World Baseball Classic. Andrew Benintendi […]

Archie Bradley, Brian Goodwin Non-Tendered

The Cincinnati Reds declined to tender contracts to relief pitcher Archie Bradley, outfielder Brian Goodwin, infielder/outfielder Kyle Farmer, catcher Curt Casali and reliever R.J. Alaniz on Wednesday. Farmer was quickly re-signed to a one-year deal. Bradley, 28, was acquired from the Diamondbacks in 2020 and had a 1.17 ERA in six games as a setup […]

Rockies Non-Tender David Dahl

The Colorado Rockies non-tendered center fielder David Dahl on Wednesday, making him a free agent. The team also declined to offer 2021 contracts to catcher Tony Wolters and right-hander Chic Chi Gonzalez. Dahl was an All-Star in 2019 but has dealt with plenty of injuries and was set to make $2.55-$2.6 million via the arbitration […]

Nomar Mazara, Carlos Rodon Non-Tendered

The Chicago White Sox declined to tender 2021 contracts to outfielder Nomar Mazara and left-handed pitcher Carlos Rodon on Wednesday. They also signed left-hander Jace Fry to a one-year, $862,500 contract to avoid arbitration. Mazara, 25, slashed just .228/.295/.294 with one homer and six doubles in 149 plate appearances in 42 games last year after […]

Adam Duvall Non-Tendered By Braves

The Atlanta Braves declined to tender a contract to outfielder Adam Duvall on Wednesday, making him a free agent. Duvall was the team's only arbitration-eligible player not tendered a contract. The 32-year-old was second on the team with 16 homers during the shortened 2020 season. The power hitter is projected to receive between $4.4-$7.1 million […]

Blue Jays, Giants Interested In Marcell Ozuna

The Toronto Blue Jays and San Francisco Giants have both shown interest in free-agent outfielder Marcell Ozuna, according to sources. The Blue Jays appear to have George Springer ahead of Ozuna on their preference list. The Giants interest is contingent on whether the National League has the designated hitter in 2021, as the 30-year-old Ozuna […]

Eddie Rosario Non-Tendered

The Minnesota Twins non-tendered outfielder Eddie Rosario on Wednesday after he had been their regular left fielder for the last six years. The team reached one-year deals with five of their arbitration-eligible players: right-hander Jose Berrios ($5.6 million salary), center fielder Byron Buxton ($5.125 million), reliever Tyler Duffey ($2.2 million), catcher Mitch Garver ($1.875 million) […]

Cubs Non-Tender Kyle Schwarber

The Chicago Cubs non-tendered 2016 World Series hero Kyle Schwarber on Wednesday, making him a free agent after six seasons with the team. On the flip side, Chicago tendered contracts to 2016 National League MVP Kris Bryant, shortstop Javier Baez and catcher Willson Contreras. The 27-year-old Schwarber was in his last year of arbitration, but […]

Braves, Johan Camargo Avoid Arbitration

The Atlanta Braves and infielder Johan Camargo agreed to a $1.36 million deal for the 2021 season on Wednesday to avoid salary arbitration. Camargo will turn 27 on Dec. 13 and helped the team win the first of their three straight division titles, serving as the starting third baseman for the majority of the 2018 […]

Oscar Luis Colas Declared A Free Agent

Two-way Cuban player Oscar Luis Colas has been declared a free agent by the Fukuoka Softbank Hawks of the Nippon League, according to a source. Colas will now petition for MLB free agency and would be eligible to sign under international signing guidelines, likely during the period that starts Jan. 15. He'll turn 22 in […]

Year-In-Review: Jesse Winker

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jesse Winker had a 2020 season that, in many ways, reflected the arc of his career. His excellent approach allows him to get on base while also hitting for average and power. However, he also experiences stretches of unproductivity and has battled injuries and inconsistent playing time. This makes him a difficult player […]

Eddie Rosario Put On Waivers By Twins

The Minnesota Twins placed left fielder Eddie Rosario on outright waivers on Tuesday, according to a source. It's an indication that Rosario could be a non-tender candidate on Wednesday. Any team can claim Rosario until noon on Wednesday and take on his salary for 2021, which would be his final season of eligibility. He'll be […]

Royals Sign Michael A. Taylor

The Kansas City Royals finalized a one-year, $1.75 million deal with outfielder Michael A. Taylor on Monday. The deal includes up to $1 million in performance bonuses. The 29-year-old hit just .196 in 38 games for the Nationals in the shortened 2020 season and became a free agent on Oct. 15 when he refused an […]

George Springer Remains One Of Mets Top Free-Agent Targets

The New York Mets continue to pursue free-agent outfielder George Springer despite reported interest from the Toronto Blue Jays. SNY reported on Monday that Springer is one of the Mets top targets that they are pursuing in free agency. In 2020 with the Houston Astros, Springer posted a .265/.359/.540 slash line over 189 at-bats with […]

Projecting Power in 2021: Elite Levels of Air% Exit Velocity

Everyone wants more power, even more so when it comes relatively cheap. But even when pricey, you're going to need to draft a bomber or two. One of the best ways to see how a player's power is trending is to sift through their exit-velocities to see what they're saying. Most know by now that […]

Nick Mariano's Early 2021 Fantasy Baseball Outfield Rankings

I think most of us would agree that looking forward to 2021 is a good idea. For me, that means immersing myself in the upcoming baseball season. While there's no guarantee COVID-19 won't affect the '21 season, I will approach ranks as if a traditional 162-game season is coming. Join me for my position-by-position ranking […]

Year-In-Review: Christian Yelich

After having won the NL MVP award in 2018, Christian Yelich was well on his way to potentially winning a second consecutive award in 2019. However, he broke his kneecap in September of that year and that put a premature end to his monster season. There were some fantasy baseball managers who shied away from selecting […]

Randy Arozarena Released From Charges In Mexico

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Randy Arozarena was released in Mexico's Yucatan state on Thursday prior to a hearing following allegations of domestic violence, according to sources. Legal sources said that Arozarena was released from all charges when he reached an agreement with his former partner, who decided not to take legal action against the outfielder. […]

Blue Jays Talking With Michael Brantley, Justin Turner

The Toronto Blue Jays have been in contact with free-agent outfielder Michael Brantley and third baseman Justin Turner. Toronto already re-signed lefty Robbie Ray and are expected to be among of the most aggressive teams this winter. With Vladimir Guerrero Jr. moving to first base last year, the Blue Jays have a hole at the […]

Mets Aiming To Be Aggressive This Offseason

The New York Mets aim to be aggressive for the best available players this offseason. One source said that it's true that the Mets are targeting more than just one of the big four -- outfielder George Springer, catcher J.T. Realmuto, starting pitcher Trevor Bauer and Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor. There has been speculation that […]

Yasiel Puig Drawing Interest

Free-agent outfielder Yasiel Puig didn't play in 2020 but is already drawing interest from teams after announcing this week that he had signed with agent Rachel Luba of Luba Sports. The Astros, Orioles and Red Sox are among the teams that are interested in Puig, according to sources. Puig signed with the Braves in mid-July, […]

Randy Arozarena Detained Amid Domestic-Violence Allegations

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Randy Arozarena has been detained in Mexico's Yucatan state after allegations of domestic violence. Arozarena hasn't been formally charged, as Mexico allows a two-day period for prosecutors to decide whether to bring charges. Major League Baseball is looking into the matter. The 25-year-old became a playoff legend, setting a major league […]

Rays Designate Hunter Renfroe For Assignment

The Tampa Bay Rays designated outfielder Hunter Renfroe for assignment last Friday to help clear their 40-man roster for three young prospects. Renfroe appeared in 42 games last year (34 starts) during the shortened 2020 season and hit the first grand slam in Rays postseason history during the wild-card sweep of the Blue Jays. However, […]

Early 2021 Fantasy Baseball Mock Draft - ADP Surprises

Of course, there are many changes to be made throughout the offseason. It feels as if the dust is still settling on the 2020 World Series yet baseball fans are more ready for the upcoming season than ever. We have no idea whether a full schedule can be played, what games will look like, and […]

Matt Arnold Promoted To General Manager

The Milwaukee Brewers promoted Matt Arnold to senior vice president and general manager on Thursday. The 41-year-old joined the Brewers as a vice president and assistant general manager in October of 2015. He was promoted to senior vice president and assistant general manager in June of 2019. Milwaukee has made the playoffs each of the […]

Astros Showing Interest In Marcell Ozuna

The Houston Astros have expressed interest in free-agent outfielder Marcell Ozuna. After a big season with the Braves in 2020, at least 10 teams are interested in signing Ozuna. The Astros could sign Jackie Bradley Jr. to play center field with George Springer likely leaving in free agency, but they could also target Ozuna for […]