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Last Word On Baseball

One Star Could Revive the Infield Market in Free Agency

December 20, 2025 by Last Word On Baseball

Bo Bichette isn’t just the most recognizable infielder available in free agency — he’s also the most intriguing. At 28 years old, Bichette hits the open market at a rare intersection of prime-age production, positional ambiguity, and star power. He’s a former All-Star, a batting-title contender in his peak seasons, and one of the most consistent contact hitters of the past … [Read more...] about One Star Could Revive the Infield Market in Free Agency

More on the New Starting Pitcher the Astros Got in 3-Team Trade

December 20, 2025 by Last Word On Baseball

The Houston Astros’ primary goal this offseason was to sign a talented young starting pitcher under team control for the future, and they have now found one. That pitcher is Mike Burrows. The Astros acquired the 26-year-old right-hander in a massive three-team trade also involving the Tampa Bay Rays and Pittsburgh Pirates that finalized Friday afternoon, first reported by … [Read more...] about More on the New Starting Pitcher the Astros Got in 3-Team Trade

Blue Jays Moves Signify Belief in Their Current Closer

December 20, 2025 by Last Word On Baseball

Every Toronto Blue Jays fan remembers how the 2025 World Series ended, falling in extra innings to the powerhouse Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 7. As the team looks to reverse its fortunes in 2026, a man who was at the forefront of major criticism for the loss can be key in helping the Blue Jays return to baseball’s brightest stage.  Toronto was two outs away from becoming … [Read more...] about Blue Jays Moves Signify Belief in Their Current Closer

Betting on Yourself Still Works — and Michael King Is Following a Familiar Blueprint

December 20, 2025 by Last Word On Baseball

Earlier this week, the San Diego Padres inked highly coveted right‑hander Michael King to a three-year, $75 million contract with opt-out clauses after both the 2026 and 2027 seasons. That’s huge, not just for the money now, but for what it allows King to do later. Instead of locking himself into a long, team-controlled contract at a set annual value, he has carved out windows … [Read more...] about Betting on Yourself Still Works — and Michael King Is Following a Familiar Blueprint

Orioles Acquire Veteran Right-Hander from Rays

December 20, 2025 by Last Word On Baseball

The Tampa Bay Rays and Baltimore Orioles completed a trade today centered on starting pitcher Shane Baz. Tampa Bay sent the 26-year-old right-hander to Baltimore in exchange for a package of prospects: outfielder Slater de Brun (the Orioles No. 6 prospect), catcher Caden Bodine (2025 draft pick), right-handed pitcher Michael Forret, outfielder Austin Overn, and a Competitive … [Read more...] about Orioles Acquire Veteran Right-Hander from Rays

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