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The New York Mets added an outfielder, and no, it’s not George Springer. This winter, New York Mets fans got to experience what it might be like being a Yankees fan. With a new owner who’s actually willing to spend money in Steve Cohen, Mets faithful witnessed the team sign catcher James McCann and acquire shortstop

The Oakland Athletics will have some competition for free agent shortstop Marcus Semien. The MLB Hot Stove season hasn’t gotten off to the raucous start like we’ve been spoiled with in recent years. There have been some huge trades (i.e. Francisco Lindor to the New York Mets, Blake Snell and Yu Darvish to the San

BOSTON, MA – AUGUST 11: Andrew Benintendi #16 of the Boston Red Sox (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) Marlins and Cubs are talking Willson Contreras trade by Brad Berreman Andre Johnson has strong words for Deshaun Watson and Texans by Mike Luciano Andrew Benintendi might’ve played his last game in Boston. The Boston

After a well-attended showcase on Wednesday, these three teams should take a chance on two-time Cy Young Award winner Corey Kluber. After being acquired by them last offseason, Corey Kluber pitched exactly one inning last season for the Texas Rangers. A Grade 2 strain of a muscle in his pitching shoulder shut him down for

Francisco Lindor says “it was a good effort from both sides” in regards to his contract talks with the Indians. It was a day Cleveland Indians fans dreaded since the end of the abbreviated 2020 MLB season … Francisco Lindor being traded away to save the Indians from financial hardship. More specifically, Lindor was a

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – OCTOBER 16: George Springer #4 of the Houston Astros celebrates scoring on a Jose Altuve #27 RBI double during the fifth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays in Game Six of the American League Championship Series at PETCO Park on October 16, 2020 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty

The Chicago Cubs want to offload salary, and a recent deal elsewhere gives them a clear opportunity to trade Craig Kimbrel. The Chicago Cubs are intent on offloading salary this offseason. Trading Yu Darvish was a big step, with Kris Bryant and Willson Contreras seeming to be next up. But there may be increased interest

Sep 28, 2019; St. Louis, MO, USA; Chicago Cubs left fielder Kyle Schwarber (12) is congratulated by teammates after hitting a solo home run against the St. Louis Cardinals during the first inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Puetz-USA TODAY Sports Frank Reich is having a no good, very bad game for the Colts

As much as Rob Manfred wanted to delay the season, it appears he won’t be able to do so. Manfred hoped to start the season in May, delaying Opening Day a month in hopes of getting more fans out to the ballpark for the first pitch of the campaign. This would mean a 150-game season,

Sep 26, 2020; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Liam Hendriks (16) stands on the mound during the seventh inning against the Seattle Mariners at Oakland Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports Report: Rockets ‘growing more confident’ James Harden will be okay staying in Houston by Mike Luciano DeVonta Smith suffers nasty hand

Dodgers’ Mookie Betts gets engaged to longtime girlfriend after 15 years together. It only took Mookie Betts 15 years to put a ring on it. Ladies, be patient. You might just bag yourself a professional athlete with a triple million dollar paycheck. “[Brianna Hammonds] has been by my side since we were teenagers,” he wrote

The New York Mets’ hitting coach plans to be with the team in-person for the 2021 season. Much as everything else in life, the coronavirus pandemic altered everything and eliminated the “normal” that we’ve become accustomed to. That included MLB, who shortened the 2020 season to 60-games and allowed players and coaches to opt-out if

The Boston Red Sox and Chaim Bloom are shopping another asset. The problem is, the Red Sox don’t have too many tradable assets that they’d prefer to deal. JD Martinez doesn’t command much of a return, while the likes of Rafael Devers and Xander Bogaerts are virtually off-limits. Adding talent isn’t much easier, with Boston’s

Oct 1, 2020; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. (23) reacts after hitting a three-run home run during the sixth inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports Philip Rivers says it’s either Colts or retirement in 2021 by Scott Rogust Ohio State

After the deal to send Francisco Lindor and Carlos Carrasco to the Mets, these three Cleveland Indians should be ready to pack their bags. It was no secret the Cleveland Indians were going to trade shortstop Francisco Lindor, and now it’s done. Lindor is on his way to the New York Mets, with pitcher Carlos

Kyle Schwarber is staying in the National League, but will be taking his talents to Washington in 2021.  After a few twists and turns, Kyle Schwarber has decided where he will play ball in 2021. The former Chicago Cubs outfielder will be staying in the National League, but will be taking his talents to the

DETROIT, MI – AUGUST 26: Kyle Schwarber #12 of the Chicago Cubs celebrates after hitting a solo home run against the Detroit during the sixth inning at Comerica Park on August 26, 2020 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Duane Burleson/Getty Images) Panthers send clear signal they’re not satisfied with Teddy Bridgewater by Rucker Haringey Kyle

PITTSBURGH, PA – SEPTEMBER 04: Trevor Bauer #27 of the Cincinnati Reds in action during game two of a doubleheader against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on September 4, 2020 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin Berl/Getty Images) Mets fans are freaking out over Francisco Lindor trade, and rightfully so by Braulio Perez With

Tommy Lasorda has passed away after fighting declining health for several months. The Los Angeles Dodgers of the 1970s and 1980s number among the most memorable teams in recent baseball history, and the architect of those teams was manager Tommy Lasorda, who used a colorful style of management to turn the Dodgers into perennial contenders

LOS ANGELES, CA – SEPTEMBER 28: Pitcher Clayton Kershaw #22 (R) of the Los Angeles Dodgers accepts The Campanella Award from Tommy Lasorda before the game against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium on September 28, 2013 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Lisa Blumenfeld/Getty Images) Packers fan celebrates last cancer treatment with epic beer

There are real sleepers in each MLB division that could make a splash this season. Every season, it feels as though there are one or two teams that stun everyone by exceeding expectations, either getting into the playoffs or on the brink at the least. There are a few sleeper teams in the MLB this

This week Inside the Clubhouse looks at what the Mets are building with Francisco Lindor, how the Astros might upgrade their bullpen and more. Steve Cohen made a promise to New York Mets fans to make big moves this winter. On Thursday, he delivered. The trade to acquire Francisco Lindor and Carlos Carrasco from the