In one of the more expected moves of the offseason, outfielder Jason Heyward has been released by the Chicago Cubs. Heyward was cut from the Cubs despite having one year left on his contract and being owed $22 million. He was one of three players from their 2016 World Series-winning team still on the roster. Back in August, Cubs president Jed Hoyer said that they did not plan … [Read more...] about Jason Heyward Officially Released by Chicago Cubs
Cubs sign Dansby Swanson to massive 7-year deal worth $177 million
The Chicago Cubs signed Dansby Swanson to a 7-year contract worth $177 million on Saturday. The contract means that the native of Kennesaw, Georgia will be making $25.3 million per year. This is the 33rd richest contract in Major League Baseball history and the seventh richest contract ever given to a shortstop. Six Richer Shortstops The six other shortstops who earn more money … [Read more...] about Cubs sign Dansby Swanson to massive 7-year deal worth $177 million
Cody Bellinger’s Redemption Tour Heads to the Chicago Cubs
Just three years ago, Cody Bellinger won an MVP with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Ever since then, he has been trending downward. After six seasons in Los Angeles, he now heads to the North Side of Chicago. New York Post columnist Jon Heyman reported that the Cubs are signing Bellinger to a one-year, $17.5 million contract. Cody Bellinger is signing with the Cubs, per @JonHeyman … [Read more...] about Cody Bellinger’s Redemption Tour Heads to the Chicago Cubs
Four MLB catchers switch teams in free agency in two days
Over the last two days in Major League Baseball free agency, four Major League Baseball catchers switched teams. On Tuesday, the San Diego Padres signed Pedro Severino to a one-year contract worth $1.95 million and the Pittsburgh Pirates signed Austin Hedges to a one-year contract worth $5 million. On Wednesday, the Cincinnati Reds signed Curt Casali to a one-year contract, and … [Read more...] about Four MLB catchers switch teams in free agency in two days
11 additional contracts awarded to relievers in MLB free agency
When it comes to free agency, sometimes relievers are not in the spotlight. Here are 11 contracts awarded to relievers who switched teams during the offseason prior to the start of the 2023 season. Only relievers who had an earned run average under five in 2022 are included. Please note we have already featured Joely Rodriguez, Trevor Gott, Chris Martin, Miguel Castro, Carlos … [Read more...] about 11 additional contracts awarded to relievers in MLB free agency