In a surprising move, the Atlanta Braves have made the decision to release first baseman Matt Carpenter. Carpenter, who was acquired from the San Diego Padres just last week, is now being let go by the Braves, resulting in a cost of $4 million for the team. The trade between the Braves and Padres involved
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In a significant move that has caught the attention of the baseball world, the Arizona Diamondbacks have agreed to a lucrative multi-year deal with outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. This three-year contract, worth a staggering $42 million, also includes a club option for a fourth season, giving the Diamondbacks added flexibility. The news of this deal
The Los Angeles Angels are facing a challenging offseason after Shohei Ohtani’s departure to the Dodgers, leaving behind significant gaps in both the heart of their lineup and the top of their starting rotation. Ohtani’s extraordinary talent and international acclaim brought immense financial benefits to the Angels, making his departure a bitter pill to swallow
The Los Angeles Dodgers have made a blockbuster trade with the Tampa Bay Rays, acquiring frontline starter Tyler Glasnow. This deal is contingent on Glasnow signing a contract extension with the Dodgers, which is expected to happen soon. This trade will significantly bolster the Dodgers’ starting rotation, adding one of the game’s most dominant pitchers.
Larry Doby, the second Black player to break baseball’s color barrier in 1947, made a lasting impact on the sport and was honored on his 100th birthday with the prestigious Congressional Gold Medal. His journey in the professional leagues, overcoming adversity and creating history, solidified his status as a pioneer in American baseball. Doby, a
The San Francisco Giants had high hopes of securing Japanese two-way star Shohei Ohtani during the offseason. The Giants made three offers to Ohtani, with their final proposal being “very comparable if not identical” to the record-breaking $700 million, 10-year contract offered by their rival, the Los Angeles Dodgers. President of baseball operations, Farhan Zaidi,
Venezuelan baseball player Vic Davalillo, a two-time World Series champion and a prominent figure in the major leagues for 16 seasons, passed away on December 6. The devastating news was announced by his family, revealing that Davalillo died in Caracas following emergency surgery due to an intestinal obstruction and renal insufficiency. However, despite his incredible
The recent signing of Shohei Ohtani by the Los Angeles Dodgers has made headlines across the sports world. Ohtani’s 10-year, $700 million contract is not only unprecedented but also goes beyond the norms of North American professional sports. However, what sets this contract apart is the significant piece of the deal that involves deferred payments.
Left-handed reliever Will Smith and the Kansas City Royals have reached an agreement on a one-year, $5 million contract, sources have confirmed. This deal marks the reunion of Smith and the team where he first made his major league debut more than a decade ago. The signing brings a sense of nostalgia to both the
The Red Sox made a significant move in acquiring outfielder Tyler O’Neill from the St. Louis Cardinals. This trade brings a powerful right-handed hitter to Boston’s everyday lineup, adding depth and strength to their batting order. O’Neill’s potential has been hindered by injuries, but he is expected to make a strong impact for the Red
The New York Mets have recently agreed to a one-year, $2 million contract with right-hander Jorge Lopez. This signing comes as the Mets have been actively working to strengthen their bullpen and add more depth to their organization. Lopez, 30, had a career-best performance in 2022 when he showcased his skills as a front-line reliever.
The Rule 5 draft is a significant event in the baseball world that takes place during the winter meetings. It allows clubs to add players to their big league roster if they are not on another team’s 40-man roster. In this year’s draft, the New York Yankees found themselves in the spotlight as three of
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
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