SAN DIEGO, CA – SEPTEMBER 24: Rich Hill #44 of the Los Angeles Dodgers pitches during the the first inning of a baseball game against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park September 24, 2019 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Denis Poroy/Getty Images) John Dorsey out as Browns remain as dysfunctional as ever by
Month: December 2019
Most of the big names are off the table, but there’s still value to be had for MLB teams sifting through the remaining free agents. The demise of MLB free agency may have been greatly exaggerated — at least for the time being. Despite worry over collusion, tanking teams and limited market for veterans, spending
Signing Gerrit Cole was an immense boost for the Yankees, but Brian Cashman still needs to fill one more hole in his roster before Spring Training begins. Spending a small fortune to sign Gerrit Cole was the biggest move the Yankees will make this offseason, but it doesn’t mean work is done for Brian Cashman
Faced with the prospect of a huge void at third base, the Atlanta Braves are coming back into the fray on Nolan Arenado. If the Colorado Rockies are willing to move Nolan Arenado, at least 25 teams could make a case to have interest in him. According to Jon Morosi of MLB.com, the Atlanta Braves
Josh Hader has been an elite relief pitcher during his brief MLB career, but the Yankees shouldn’t give up Miguel Andujar to acquire him. If the Yankees could be sure that Josh Hader would continue to pitch like a dominant reliever throughout the remainder of his prime, then trading Miguel Andujar to acquire him would
After the Christmas night deal with Edwin Encarnacion, here’s now the Chicago White Sox every day lineup stands to look like in 2020. The Chicago White Sox have made some notable additions so far this offseason, as the AL Central seems to be there for the taking. The latest rumors became reality on Christmas night,
Nobody wants birds. Here are FanSided’s 12 Days of Christmas, in accordance with the gifts our favorite sports and movies have given us this holiday season. As Andrew Bernard learned the hard way, most of the gifts given in the famous “12 Days of Christmas” are just birds. In fact, if there are any wealthy
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – SEPTEMBER 25: (L-R) Yoan Moncada #10 of the Chicago White Sox, Yolmer Sanchez #5, Tim Anderson #7, and Jose Abreu #79 waiting for a pitching change during the game against the Cleveland Indians at Guaranteed Rate Field on September 25, 2019 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Nuccio DiNuzzo/Getty Images) Bellator Japan: Sidney
The New York Mets have signed Dellin Betances to a one-year deal. They are hoping that he can bounce back to help their bullpen in 2020. The New York Mets have reportedly signed free agent relief pitcher Dellin Betances to a one-year deal worth $10.5 million. Betances could earn $13 million if he makes 70
Christmas gifts can be incredible, or they can be downright disappointing. For the holiday season, our FanSided staff decided to compare our favorite sports teams, athletes, movies and TV shows to what might be waiting under the tree. From articles of clothing to gift cards to more exciting and unique presents, Christmas gifts can be
The Toronto Blue Jays have signed Hyun-Jin Ryu to an $80 million contract, adding the veteran lefty to a lineup full of young stars The Toronto Blue Jays, who never get their man, got their man on Sunday. After weeks of wooing and incessant rumors, the Blue Jays agreed on a four-year, $80 million contract
Dallas Keuchel, Atlanta Braves. (Photo by Scott Kane/Getty Images) The Buffalo Bills are next in the AFC East, but not now by John Buhler The Chicago White Sox have signed veteran left-handed starter Dallas Keuchel to a three-year deal, showing signs Chicago really wants to compete in 2020. It’s been over a decade since the
After 14 major league seasons, Ian Kinsler has announced his retirement. He will step into a front office role with the San Diego Padres. According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, San Diego Padres second baseman Ian Kinsler has announced his retirement. He will remain with the organization in a front office role. Kinsler spent
As the top free agents continue to come off the board, teams desperate to make a splash may have to trade for their missing pieces. This offseason has moved much faster than the last two winters, as teams have worked quickly to address their needs by paying top dollar for the best free agents on
As suitors emerged for Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor, could the Cincinnati Reds swoop in and get a deal done? It’s no secret the Los Angeles Dodgers are interested in Francisco Lindor, as they go to the trade market in search of a star. The San Diego Padres have also surfaced as a suitor for the
The market for Josh Donaldson has shrunk, with four teams remaining interested in the third baseman, but which one has the inside trade to signing him? In a flurry of action at the close of the MLB Winter Meetings last week, Gerrit Cole, Stephen Strasburg and Anthony Rendon came off the board, leaving very few
After coming up short on the free agent market, the Los Angeles Dodgers are turning to the trade market in search of a star. The Los Angeles Dodgers have been somewhere in the mix for the top-end free agents so far this offseason, before Gerrit Cole, Stephen Strasburg, Anthony Rendon and Madison Bumgarner all eventually
Contrary to popular belief, Brian Cashman hasn’t gone on a long vacation after signing Gerrit Cole. The Yankees still have moves to make this winter. The Yankees’ front office isn’t going to take their foot off the gas pedal after landing Gerrit Cole in free agency. Brian Cashman understands there is still significant work to
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – APRIL 14: Corey Kluber #28 of the Cleveland Indians throws in the first inning during the game against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on April 14, 2019 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by John Sleezer/Getty Images) The Cleveland Indians are catching some flak for trading ace Corey Kluber, but
The Texas Rangers seem to prioritizing their starting rotation, with all but official to bring in Corey Kluber. As the Texas Rangers prepare to move into a new ballpark, they are expected to be aggressive this offseason. According to multiple reports, they are close to getting Corey Kluber in a trade from the Cleveland Indians. Jon
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN – JULY 13: Madison Bumgarner #40 of the San Francisco Giants delivers a pitch during the fourth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Miller Park on July 13, 2019 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) Bears should have had miracle, but screwed it up (Video) by John Buhler World Series hero
The Tampa Bay Rays are adding versatile Japanese star Yoshitomo Tsutsugo on a two-year deal. Former Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell vented his frustrations last week about the direction his Tampa Bay Rays were heading. A move the Rays made on Friday, though, should help calm his irritation. The Rays have agreed to a
A report has come out that the Houston Astros are considering trading star shortstop Carlos Correa. How likely is it that this could actually happen? Whenever an MLB team builds a sustainable winner for several years, the time inevitably comes when we can start to see the end of that run, at least with that
The Los Angeles Angels came away empty-handed from the Gerrit Cole sweepstakes, but that doesn’t mean this offseason has to be a failure The failure of the Los Angeles Angels to sign free agent pitcher Gerrit Cole seems like a massive blow, a chance to pair Mike Trout with another generational talent gone awry. But
If the Colorado Rockies are really open to trading Nolan Arenado, these five teams should be in the mix. One of the most significant free agents went off the board Wednesday night, as Anthony Rendon signed a seven-year, $245 million deal with the Los Angeles Angels. That also leaves teams looking for a third baseman
The Los Angeles Angels have signed third baseman Anthony Rendon to a big contract. How will their lineup look now? For the brunt of Mike Trout’s career, the Los Angeles Angels have struggled to surround him with talent. Looking to make a big splash at the Winter Meetings, they came to terms on a seven-year,
The Chicago White Sox have added an outfielder but there’s no way Nomar Mazara solves their issues in right-field. White Sox general manager Rick Hahn was speaking to the media Tuesday night, explaining how he felt it was unlikely his team would leave San Diego with a major signing. “I don’t foresee a White Sox
The acquisition of Gerrit Cole gives the Yankees an unquestioned ace, but it also may give Aaron Boone the most dangerous starting rotation in baseball. As it turns out, the third time is actually a charm for Yankees’ GM Brian Cashman. His third attempt to convince Gerrit Cole to don pinstripes allowed New York to
Third baseman Anthony Rendon signs $245 million deal with the Los Angeles Angels, joining Mike Trout in the best one-two punch in the Majors The formula for beating the Los Angeles Angels the past few years has been simple: as Mike Trout goes, so goes the lineup. Not anymore, as Trout now has a teammate
NEW YORK, NY – AUGUST 29: Jacob deGrom #48 of the New York Mets in action against the Chicago Cubs during a game at Citi Field on August 29, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images) Congrats to the New York Mets, who somehow convinced ace Jacob deGrom to skip free agency