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
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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
Two of the most sought after free-agent pitchers have come and gone for huge deals during the early stages of the offseason. Now, what will the market entail for Madison Bumgarner? With most of the focus entering the winter meetings on the starting pitching market, Madison Bumgarner was an intriguing piece for many teams, but
Major League Baseball made a brilliant move placing the 2020 MLB Draft in Omaha on the eve of the College World Series. The College World Series experience in Omaha will be getting even bigger. According to a report by D1 Baseball’s Kendall Rogers, Major League Baseball is moving the 2020 MLB Draft from its traditional
The New York Yankees have reportedly agreed to give ace right-hander Gerrit Cole the biggest deal for a pitcher in Major League Baseball history. The New York Yankees landed their ace. After making it clear they were prepared to do whatever it took to land All-Star right-hander Gerrit Cole, they did just that, handing Cole
The Philadelphia Phillies have agreed to a deal with shortstop Didi Gregorius to round out their infield. With his value and bargaining power reduced after a down year in 2019, veteran shortstop Didi Gregorius was open to taking a one-year deal with an eye on re-establishing himself as a high-end offensive option at a premium
The San Diego Padres look ready to mortgage some future for 2020 impact, especially if it means moving Wil Myers and his contract. The San Diego Padres have made major free agent investments the last two offseasons, signing Eric Hosmer and Manny Machado. Some early moves this offseason have left Wil Myers without a clear
Starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg and the World Series champion Washington Nationals have agreed to a seven-year contract, according to multiple reports. Stephen Strasburg has a rich new contract to go along with his World Series MVP trophy. Strasburg is staying with the Washington Nationals, agreeing to a seven-year, $245 million contract with the reigning champions
The New York Yankees have offered Gerrit Cole a record-shattering contract, but he should keep holding out for more massive offers. The past few offseasons have seen Major League Baseball’s biggest stars struggle to find big contracts on the open market. Call it collusion or just a simple risk-averse environment among the biggest spenders, whatever
HOUSTON, TX – OCTOBER 13: Brett Gardner #11 of the New York Yankees takes batting practice before game two of the American League Championship Series against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on October 13, 2019 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images) Trevor Lawrence should have been a Heisman finalist by John
MLB’s annual Winter Meetings kick off Monday as representatives from all 30 teams will be in San Diego discussing potential trades and attempting to negotiate with player’s agents. San Diego is the site for this year’s 2019 Winter Meetings and after dull 2017 and 2018 offseasons, the pace has already been much brisker this winter.
WASHINGTON, DC – OCTOBER 27: Gerrit Cole #45 of the Houston Astros reacts after retiring the side in the seventh inning against the Washington Nationals in Game Five of the 2019 World Series at Nationals Park on October 27, 2019 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) Heisman watch: Joe Burrow’s final test, Ohio