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Freddy Galvis Settles With Padres
The San Diego Padres and shortstop Freddy Galvis avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year contract worth $6.825 million. Galvis was acquired by the Phillies earlier in the offseason and will be the Padres everyday shortstop. He is a streaky hitter who offers some pop to his bat, but the move to San Diego will […]
Aaron Sanchez And Blue Jays Avoid Arbitration
Starting pitcher Aaron Sanchez and the Toronto Blue Jays have avoided arbitration by agreeing on a one-year, $2.7 million deal. Sanchez failed to build off a strong 2016 season and made only eight starts this past season due to injuries. He is a candidate to bounce back.
Gerrit Cole Avoids Arbitration
The Pittsburgh Pirates and starting pitcher Gerrit Cole have avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $6.75 million deal. Cole has been a hot name on the trade block with the Yankees and Astros being the most involved. It was reported earlier in the week by numerous sources that Cole to the Astros was a […]
Jose Abreu And White Sox Settle At $13 Million
Robert Murray of FanRag Sports reports that the Chicago White Sox and first baseman Jose Abreu have agreed on a $13 million deal to avoid arbitration. Abreu remains one of the more underrated hitters in both real life and fantasy. This past year he hit .304 with 33 home runs and 102 RBI. He should […]
Yu Darvish Tweets That Yankees Haven’t Offered Him A Deal
Free-agent starting pitcher Yu Darvish tweeted to a fan that the New York Yankees have not offered him a contract. Darvish has been using Twitter a lot during his free-agent process to address rumors. Earlier in the week, it was reported that Darvish narrowed his list to the Cubs, Astros, Rangers, Twins and Yankees. Darvish also […]
Tommy La Stella Avoids Arbitration
Chicago Cubs infielder Tommy La Stella avoided arbitration with the Chicago Cubs by agreeing to a one-year contract worth $950,000. The infielder hit .288 in 125 games this past year. La Stella won’t hold much fantasy value outside of daily leagues.
Mets And Matt Harvey Avoid Arbitration
Jerry Crasnick of ESPN.com reports that the New York Mets and starting pitcher Matt Harvey have agreed to a one-year, $5.625 million contract. It will be a raise for Harvey despite coming off a rough season. This past year in 19 games (18 starts), he posted a 6.70 ERA. Injuries have gotten the best of […]
Giants Remain Interested In Andrew McCutchen
Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports that the San Francisco Giants have remained in talks with the Pirates for outfielder Andrew McCutchen. Nightengale also notes that the Giants offered outfielder Jay Bruce a three-year deal before he signed with the Mets, but it was for $10 million less. The Giants have swung and missed on many […]
Zach McAllister And Indians Avoid Arbitration
Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports reports that relief pitcher Zach McAllister has avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $2.45 million contract with the Indians. McAllister had a strong season out of the bullpen last year for the Tribe. Over 62 innings, he had a 2.61 ERA with 66 strikeouts. He will be eligible to reach […]
Giants Still Searching For Outfield Help, Likely To Avoid Giving Up Draft Pick
Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports suggests that the San Francisco Giants have targeted free-agent outfielder Lorenzo Cain. The Giants have knowingly been targeting outfielders all offseason. They missed out on trading for Marlins outfielders Marcell Ozuna and Giancarlo Stanton. They’ve been linked to Pirates outfielder Andrew McCutchen, but nothing has gained traction. Cain, 31, would […]
Yu Darvish Narrows List Of Teams
Max Wildstein of the Sporting News reports that free-agent starting pitcher Yu Darvish has narrowed his list to the Astros, Cubs, Rangers, Twins and Yankees. Darvish on Twitter replied to the post saying that "I know one more team is in." Darvish seems to be in the final stages of deciding where he will like […]
Jay Bruce Returns To Mets On Three-Year Deal
Jerry Cransick of ESPN.com reports that free-agent outfielder Jay Bruce has agreed to a three-year deal worth $39 million with the New York Mets. Bruce was acquired in 2016 at the trade deadline by the Mets and flipped by the Mets to the Indians during the 2017 trade deadline. In 153 games as a Met, he hit .245 […]
Nate Jones Expected To Be Ready For Opening Day
Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports Chicago White Sox relief pitcher Nate Jones (elbow) has begun throwing and is expected to be ready by spring training. Jones made 11 appearances last year before having season-ending nerve repositioning surgery on his right elbow in mid-July. If Jones doesn’t suffer any setbacks, he is a candidate to be […]
J.J. Hoover Agrees To Minor League Deal With Brewers
Free-agent relief pitcher J.J. Hoover has agreed to a minor league deal with the Milwaukee Brewers. Hoover recovered with the Diamondbacks after a rough year with the Reds in 2016. This past season. he posted a 3.92 ERA and 1.77 WHIP over 41 1/3 innings. He will have a chance to earn a spot with […]
Gerrit Cole To Astros Not Finalized
Updating a previous report, Jeff Passan of Yahoo Sports reports that there is “no deal” and that rumors of Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Gerrit Cole being traded to the Astros is a “false rumor.” The story has been ongoing, as it was previously reported from multiple sources that a deal was done. Jake Kaplan of the Houston […]
Chris Young Signs Minor League Deal With Padres
Free-agent pitcher Chris Young has agreed to a minor league deal with the San Diego Padres. Should Young make the opening day roster, he will receive $1 million plus an extra $6 million in incentives. Young, 38, struggled this past season with a 7.50 ERA in 30 innings. Even if he makes the opening day […]
Lorenzo Cain Has Three-Year Offer From Cubs
Speaking on 670 The Score in Chicago, Bruce Levine of CBS Chicago reports that the Chicago Cubs have a three-year offer on the table for free-agent outfielder Lorenzo Cain. It’s the first known offer on the table for Cain, who remains one of the better position players on the market. Cain, 31, hit .300 with […]
Howie Kendrick Could Be A Potential Fit For The Mets
Free-agent infielder/outfielder Howie Kendrick could be a potential fit for the New York Mets, according to Mike Puma of the New York Post. Puma also notes that the team could look at Kendrick as a clubhouse leader and also as their second baseman. Kendrick played all over the diamond last year between the Nationals and […]
Cubs Are In On Greg Holland
Nick Cafardo of The Boston Globe reports that the Chicago Cubs are “in the picture” for free-agent closer Greg Holland. The closer had a phenomenal comeback year for the Colorado Rockies this past year. The Rockies moved on after adding former Cubs closer Wade Davis. Holland has previously been linked to the Cardinals and Nationals. […]
Marlins Could Keep Starlin Castro
Joe Frisaro of MLB.com reports that the Miami Marlins could keep second baseman Starlin Castro. Frisaro notes that a deal would only happen if “it absolutely made sense.” The initial reaction when the Marlins acquired Castro was that he would be on the block, but that does not appear to be the case. The 27-year-old […]
Mets And Jenrry Mejia Avoid Arbitration
Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports reports that the New York Mets and relief pitcher Jenrry Mejia avoided arbitration. Mejia will be paid $1.729 million, but he is unlikely to receive any of that due to a suspension. Mejia is currently on the permantly ineligible list after failing a third performance-enhancing drug test in 2016. The […]
Alex Cobb Rejects Cubs First Offer
David Kaplan of NBC Sports Chicago reports that free-agent starting pitcher Alex Cobb rejected the Chicago Cubs three-year offer worth $42 million. Kaplan reports that Cobb is interested in the Cubs but was advised by his agent to turn down the offer. Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports has previously reported that Cobb is seeking a […]
Padres Are “Strong Favorites” To Sign Kazuhisa Makita
Jeff Passan of Yahoo Sports reports that the San Diego Padres "have emerged as strong favorites" to sign Japanese reliever Kazuhisa Makita. Makita, 33, pitched to a 2.30 ERA this past year in 58 games. He’s not a strikeout pitcher, having just 35 this past year in 62 2/3 innings. Unless he becomes a closer, […]
Mets Interested In Mike Moustakas And Todd Frazier
Jon Morosi of the MLB Network reports that the New York Mets are interested in free-agent third basemen Mike Moustakas and Todd Frazier. Morosi notes that the price on both players would need to drop for the Mets to be serious suitors. The Mets have been looking to add a bat and are more likely […]
Owner Hopes Billy Hamilton Spends Entire Career With Reds
Jerry Crasnick of ESPN.com reports that Cincinnati Reds owner Bob Castellini said, “I hope Billy Hamilton is here forever.” The Reds have been listening on offers for the speedster this offseason, but ultimately Castellini would need to sign off on any deal. The Giants have been showing the most interest in Hamilton thus far.
Mets And Pirates Have Discussed Andrew McCutchen
Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports that the New York Mets have talked to the Pittsburgh Pirates about outfielder Andrew McCutchen. No deal is close and Rosenthal reports that the Mets may look at free agency over trading for a player that would cost them depth. McCutchen has also been linked to the Giants this […]
Marlins Not Looking To Add Contracts With Christian Yelich Or J.T. Realmuto
Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports that the Miami Marlins are not looking to add some of their higher paid players such as second baseman Starlin Castro or third baseman Martin Prado in any potential deal involving outfielder Christian Yelich or catcher J.T. Realmuto. This would likely allow them to receive better prospects, and with Giancarlo Stanton, Marcell Ozuna […]
Nationals Showing Interest In Christian Yelich
Joe Frisaro of MLB.com reports that the Washington Nationals have shown interest in Miami Marlins outfielder Christian Yelich. They have also been reported to have interest in catcher J.T. Realmuto. For the Marlins to be willing to move either player, they expect a sky-high offer, and it doesn’t seem like the Nationals are willing to […]
Giants Continue To Discuss Andrew McCutchen Deal
Jon Morosi of the MLB Network reports that the San Francisco Giants continue to inquire with the Pittsburgh Pirates about acquiring outfielder Andrew McCutchen. Morosi notes that the Giants don’t want to part ways with their top three prospects after moving Christian Arroyo to acquire Evan Longoria. The Pirates are said to want one of […]
Braves Interested In J.T. Realmuto
Jon Morosi of the MLB Network reports the Atlanta Braves have interest in Miami Marlins catcher J.T. Realmuto. Atlanta general manager Alex Anthopoulos is the new man in charge for the Braves and has shown in his time with the Blue Jays that he is not afraid to make a big move. The Braves have a […]
