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
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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
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