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The New York Mets did not sign Carlos Correa due to a faulty physical, but that didn’t stop them from adding Kodai Senga. Carlos Correa eventually ended up back with the Minnesota Twins after his ankle drew concerns from both the San Francisco Giants and New York Mets. Steve Cohen and the Mets had genuine

Former New York Yankees designated hitter Matt Carpenter. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports Every offseason, MLB teams bypass free agents who could have helped their team. Could the St. Louis Cardinals regret passing on matching these three free agent contracts? The St. Louis Cardinals made one big splash this offseason, inking catcher Willson Contreras

Nov 3, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Bryce Harper (3) reacts after his double against the Houston Astros during the fifth inning in game five of the 2022 World Series at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-USA TODAY Sports These three Philadelphia Phillies players could make or break the team’s chance

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Alek Manoah fired back at a pundit who questioned his work ethic during an MLB Network segment. Anthony Recker, a former MLB catcher and now analyst, questioned Alek Manoah’s work ethic in a TV segment on the league’s flagship network. “Alek Manoah, I love you, Alek, just show me you’re willing

Utilityman Chad Pinder is in agreement on a contract with the Reds and could be the latest player to breakout in Cincinnati on a low-risk deal. Free-agent utilityman Chad Pinder and the Cincinnati Reds are in agreement on a minor-league contract, according to a source familiar with the deal. The Reds had success signing Tyler Naquin in

Atlanta Braves coach Ron Washington has worked with Vaughn Grissom all offseason, and he likes what he sees. Replacing an All-Star like Dansby Swanson is no easy task, and Atlanta is by no means placing all their eggs in Vaughn Grissom’s basket. But for now, the 22-year-old will enter Spring Training with a chance to

Willson Contreras, Cubs (Photo by Matt Dirksen/Getty Images) The Chicago Cubs should have met or exceeded the contract offers these three free agents agreed to. The Chicago Cubs spent money this offseason and took some chances on other free agents. Headed in the right direction, there are a couple of free agent contracts they should’ve

Sep 23, 2022; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees left fielder Aaron Hicks (31) runs the bases after hitting a solo home run during the third inning against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports The Yankees have the talent to end their lengthy World Series drought this

The Houston Astros sign-stealing scandal isn’t going anywhere, as The Athletic published an excerpt of their initial research this week. How did the Astros sign-stealing scandal come to be? Jeff Luhnow, A.J. Hinch and the players involved can thank The Athletic reporters Ken Rosenthal and Evan Drellich. In an excerpt from Drellich’s upcoming book, “Winning Fixes

24-year-old Mets prospect Khalil Lee, who is on the 40-man roster, was named in a federal lawsuit by his ex-girlfriend for allegations of physical and verbal abuse. New York Mets prospect Khalil Lee was named in a federal lawsuit by his ex-girlfriend regarding allegations of physical and verbal abuse, per Anne Hayes Syracuse.com. Lee, who

ATLANTA, GA – APRIL 09: Brian Snitker #43 and Alex Anthopoulos of the Atlanta Braves looks at the World Series ring during the World Series Ring Ceremony before the game against the Cincinnati Reds at Truist Park on April 9, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Getty Images) The Atlanta Braves had a stellar

Chad Green, Yankees (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images) Aaron Rodgers suggests Packers may have moved on from him by Kristen Wong Reliever Chad Green and the Blue Jays are in agreement on a contract. Here’s a breakdown of the complex contract, via sources. Free-agent reliever Chad Green and the Toronto Blue Jays are in agreement on

While the majority of big offseason moves have been made, teams remain active in addressing their rosters. Here are five recent signings and extensions. Pitchers and catchers are only a couple of weeks away from reporting to MLB spring training, but that hasn’t stopped teams from upgrading their rosters. The Cincinnati Reds agreed to a

Shohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim at bat during the third inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium on June 22, 2019 in St. Louis, Missouri. (Photo by Scott Kane/Getty Images) Miami Marlins shortstop Jazz Chisholm was named the cover athlete for the MLB The Show 23 cover. Here

The Atlanta Braves extended manager Brian Snitker through the 2025 MLB season last week. By extending manager Brian Snitker, the Atlanta Braves‘ championship window is still wide open. Atlanta announced a two-year extension for the Braves skipper. He was entering the last year of his contract with Atlanta. Snitker is 67 years old, but has

Atlanta Braves president and chief executive officer Derek Schiller (left) talks to relief pitcher Luke Jackson (77) during the World Series ring presentation. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports Which Atlanta Braves players from the 2022 roster will be missed by fans in 2023? Let’s take a look at a pair of pitchers and a

The call from Cooperstown only comes once, and no one is ever ready for it. Scott Rolen’s initial reaction to finding out he’s a Hall of Famer was to find his parents. In most years, Scott Rolen probably wouldn’t have reached the necessary threshold to make the Baseball Hall of Fame, but this isn’t most

Jeff McNeil signed a contract extension with the New York Mets this past week. But why didn’t McNeil test the free agent market instead? Jeff McNeil and the New York Mets came to terms on a four-year/$50M contract extension this past week. The versatile infielder and two-time All-Star will now stay put in the Big

D.J. LeMahieu, Yankees (Photo by Rob Leiter/MLB Photos via Getty Images) Patrick Mahomes injury: Everything to know on Chiefs Championship Sunday by Mark Powell DJ LeMahieu was a huge missing piece during last year’s playoffs. It sounds like he’ll be near full strength to start the season. New York Yankees fans will point to injury

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – DECEMBER 21: President Jed Hoyer of the Chicago Cubs presents a jersey to Dansby Swanson. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) These two Chicago Cubs offseason decisions will payoff while this other will backfire. The Chicago Cubs offseason has been a promising one with a few final moves possible before we get to