The Baltimore Orioles and Tampa Bay Rays agreed to a trade that would send a package of prospects for starting pitcher Shane Baz. The trade, first reported by ESPN, then confirmed by Baltimore, includes first-round 2025 outfield draft selection Slater de Brun. The Orioles also traded away catching draft pick Caden Bodine, right-handed pitcher Michael Forret, and outfielder … [Read more...] about Orioles Trade Big Prospect Package, But Get Major Starting Pitching Help
White Sox
DEC. 19TH @SOXNERD WHITE SOX QUICKLIST: MOST STEALS BY SOX DHs
Pat Kelly is the Sox career leader among DHs with 22 steals. Most stolen bases by White Sox designated hitters (career) SB—-PLAYER 22—Pat Kelly 12—Frank Thomas 12—Tim Raines 9—Bob Molinaro 8—Greg Luzinski 8—Juan Pierre 7—Carlos May 7—Julio Franco 6—Lamar Johnson 6—Ivan Calderon … [Read more...] about DEC. 19TH @SOXNERD WHITE SOX QUICKLIST: MOST STEALS BY SOX DHs
What’s Next After Pirates Add Lowe, Mangum to Lineup
The Pittsburgh Pirates will have a new look after adding Brandon Lowe and Jake Mangum in Friday’s three-team trade. In acquiring Lowe and Mangum from the Tampa Bay Rays, the Pirates sent right-handed starter Mike Burrows to the Houston Astros and also received left-handed reliever Mason Montgomery from the Rays. But it’s not the pitchers who will be the focus of this deal from … [Read more...] about What’s Next After Pirates Add Lowe, Mangum to Lineup
Kansas City Acquires Matt Strahm to Remove Late-Inning Uncertainty
On Friday, the Kansas City Royals acquired left-handed reliever Matt Strahm from the Philadelphia Phillies in a trade, sending back right-hander Jonathan Bowlan, as first reported to MLB.com. The trade directly addresses a quiet but persistent weakness that surfaced repeatedly during the Royals’ 2025 season. The Royals did not acquire Strahm to add bullpen depth. The front … [Read more...] about Kansas City Acquires Matt Strahm to Remove Late-Inning Uncertainty
Phillies Shopping in December: Additions, Updates and Outlook
Picture the Philadelphia Phillies retaining Kyle Schwarber as a re-load of ammunition while the team waits for backup forces to help finish the job. After re-inserting the National League home-run king into the lineup, the Phillies front office doubled down on their commitment to win a World Series with the current core. A dominant yet streaky crew that lives with strikeouts, … [Read more...] about Phillies Shopping in December: Additions, Updates and Outlook