The Colorado Rockies are trading minor league RHP Josh Grosz to the Arizona Diamondbacks for veteran outfielder Jake McCarthy. It is the second trade this offseason for the Rockies’ new front office, in addition to the recent acquisition of starting pitcher Michael Lorenzen. The Rockies acquired reliever Brennan Bernardino from the Boston Red Sox earlier this offseason. The … [Read more...] about Rockies Trade for Diamondbacks’ Outfielder Jake McCarthy
MLB Commissioner Provides Updates ahead of CBA Negotiations
fredsngMLB Commissioner Rob Manfred will be a popular person in the coming months as the MLB CBA negotiations are set to kick off in December. Thursday, Manfred took some time to go on New York Sports Radio Station WFAN (in which I frequent daily) with Craig Carton and Chris ‘Big Mac’ McMonigle. On the radio, he gave some updates on some issues that will be discussed in the … [Read more...] about MLB Commissioner Provides Updates ahead of CBA Negotiations
Phillies PED Pattern Raises Questions After Two Recent Suspensions
Over the past year, the Philadelphia Phillies have found themselves linked to a concerning pattern of PED-related suspensions, not because of widespread violations, but due to the timing and visibility of two high-profile cases. While Major League Baseball enforces a strict, league-wide testing program, the Phillies’ connection to multiple suspensions in a short window has … [Read more...] about Phillies PED Pattern Raises Questions After Two Recent Suspensions
How Rays Can Pivot with Prime Trade Candidate Off the Market
The Tampa Bay Rays are attempting to balance the present and future with regard to their roster. The three-team trade that sent franchise stalwart Brandon Lowe to the Steel City brought in a pair of talents. The Shane Baz trade with the Baltimore Orioles also brought back a haul of prospects that could lead the Rays to greener pastures. Taken together, the moves represent how … [Read more...] about How Rays Can Pivot with Prime Trade Candidate Off the Market
Mets Notes: Rotation Help, Trade Market, and Kyle Tucker
The rumor mill has finally spun back on this MLB offseason. The Philadelphia Phillies are set to meet with top infielder Bo Bichette next week, Kyle Tucker is drawing heavy interest from the Toronto Blue Jays, New York Mets, and Los Angeles Dodgers, and Cody Bellinger is reportedly asking for around $37 million per year. Throughout the offseason, the Mets have targeted rotation … [Read more...] about Mets Notes: Rotation Help, Trade Market, and Kyle Tucker