New San Diego manager Mike Shildt is wasting no time in getting to know his players. One of his top priorities is meeting with superstar outfielder Juan Soto, whom the Padres acquired from the Washington Nationals in a trade last August. Shildt has already been in contact with Soto and plans to meet him in
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In a surprising turn of events, Tigers manager AJ Hinch has signed a contract extension that will keep him in Detroit for “a very long time.” The news was announced by president of baseball operations Scott Harris at baseball’s winter meetings, and the terms of the deal have not been disclosed. Hinch’s commitment to the
In a stunning turn of events, the Milwaukee Brewers have finalized an eight-year deal with 19-year-old outfielder Jackson Chourio, making it the most lucrative contract ever awarded to a player with no previous major league experience. With a guaranteed value of $82 million and the potential to reach a total value of $142.5 million with
In a groundbreaking move, the Milwaukee Brewers have struck an unprecedented eight-year, $82 million contract with 19-year-old center fielder, Jackson Chourio. This deal, which includes two club options and potential escalators, has the potential to soar to a staggering $142.5 million. With this agreement, Chourio has secured more money than any player in history before
The Los Angeles Dodgers are closing in on a deal to bring back hard-throwing reliever Joe Kelly, according to multiple reports. This news comes as a source confirmed that Kelly is set to return to the Dodgers for a one-year contract, pending a physical examination. It will mark Kelly’s third stint with the team, following
The charismatic Japanese pitcher, Kenta Maeda, has recently signed a two-year contract worth $24 million with the Detroit Tigers. As he spoke during a Zoom news conference, Maeda expressed his excitement and appreciation for the opportunity to join the Tigers. While praising the iconic Old English “D” logo as a fashion statement, Maeda acknowledged that
In a unanimous decision, Félix Bautista of the Baltimore Orioles emerged as the clear winner of the Mariano Rivera American League Reliever of the Year Award. As a key player in the AL East champion team, Bautista showcased exceptional skills throughout the season. With a remarkable ERA of 1.48 and an impressive record of 33
The selection of the appropriate logo for a player’s Hall of Fame plaque has often been a topic of debate and controversy. Andre Dawson, a former professional baseball player, recently created a stir by sending a letter to the baseball Hall of Fame chair, Jane Forbes Clark, requesting a change to the cap on his
Reliever Liam Hendriks has been selected as Major League Baseball’s Comeback Player of the Year. The Australian-born right-hander had an incredible journey back to the game after battling non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Making his season debut on May 29, Hendriks showed remarkable resilience, going 2-0 with one save and a 5.40 ERA in five appearances for the
The Detroit Tigers have made a significant move in the offseason by securing right-hander Kenta Maeda with a two-year, $24 million contract. This signing comes as the Tigers aim to enhance their starting rotation and improve upon their 78-84 record in the winnable American League Central. Maeda, who will turn 36 early into the season,
The baseball community mourns the loss of Ron Hodges, a beloved catcher who dedicated his entire 12-season major league career to the New York Mets. On Friday, at the age of 74, Hodges passed away at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. Known for his loyalty and contributions to the team, Hodges will
The New York Yankees made an important announcement on Tuesday, revealing that they have hired Brad Ausmus as the new bench coach for manager Aaron Boone. This decision comes after Carlos Mendoza left the position to manage the New York Mets. Ausmus, a former manager for the Detroit Tigers and the Los Angeles Angels, brings
The San Diego Padres have made a significant change in their coaching staff by hiring Mike Shildt as their new manager. This decision comes after former manager Bob Melvin left the team to join the San Francisco Giants, a division rival. Shildt, who previously served as the senior adviser for the Padres, was the favored
The Atlanta Braves have made a significant addition to their bullpen by signing right-hander Reynaldo López to a three-year contract worth $30 million. This move comes as the Braves continue their search for starting pitching, with a clear focus on strengthening their roster for postseason success. López, who pitched for three teams in 2023, brings
In a surprising turn of events, right-hander Aaron Nola has agreed to a seven-year, $172 million contract with the Philadelphia Phillies. This massive deal comes after a prolonged period of inactivity in the free agent market, raising questions about the future of player contracts in Major League Baseball. Nola, a longtime rotation stalwart for the
In a surprising move, the Milwaukee Brewers decided to non-tender Brandon Woodruff, a two-time All-Star and one of the game’s best starting pitchers. Woodruff, who has been a crucial part of the Brewers’ success in recent years, is now a free agent. This decision has raised many eyebrows as Woodruff’s performance and contributions to the
In a groundbreaking moment in the world of baseball, Shohei Ohtani and Ronald Acuna Jr. have been unanimously named the Most Valuable Player of their respective leagues. This unprecedented occurrence marks a significant milestone, as it is the first time in the 92-year history of the award that two players have received unanimous MVP votes
San Diego Padres pitcher Blake Snell has added another accolade to his collection by winning his second Cy Young Award, this time in the National League. Snell now joins an elite group of seven players, including legendary pitchers such as Gaylord Perry, Pedro Martinez, Randy Johnson, Roger Clemens, Roy Halladay, and Max Scherzer, who have