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DJ Stewart Signs Minor-League Deal With Pittsburgh
According to Mike Mayer of MetsMerized, outfielder DJ Stewart has signed a minor-league deal with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Stewart spent the past two seasons with the New York Mets after beginning his major league career with the Baltimore Orioles. Across 74 games last summer, Stewart held a .177/.325/.297 slash line with five home runs and […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Padres, Twins In Trade Discussions Around Christian Vazquez
According to Dan Hayes and Dennis Lin of The Athletic, the Minnesota Twins and San Diego Padres have engaged in trade discussions around catcher Christian Vazquez. The Padres do not have a proven option behind Luis Campusano on their depth chart. Earlier this offseason, the Twins acquired Diego Cartaya and Mickey Gasper to bolster their […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Alexis Diaz Began Throwing Earlier This Offseason
According to Mark Sheldon of MLB.com, Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Alexis Diaz began his throwing program earlier this offseason. Diaz did this to set himself up for a strong start to the 2025 campaign. Diaz said, "I feel like since then, I've' been able to work on my throwing and get my arm loose and […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Darcy Kuemper Earns Victory On Wednesday
Los Angeles Kings goaltender Darcy Kuemper stopped 27 of the 28 shots he faced en route to defeating the Florida Panthers on Wednesday evening. His lone mistake came in the second period when Evan Rodrigues found the back on the power-play. Kuemper then shut the door for the remainder of the contest. This was a […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Josh Morrissey Tallies Two Helpers On Wednesday
Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey tallied two assists during their overtime victory over the Colorado Avalanche on Wednesday evening. In the second frame, Morrissey would tally the secondary assist on Morgan Barron's fifth goal of the season. Later in the period, Morrissey would dish out the primary assist on Gabe Vilardi's 20th goal of the […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Nico Hischier Powers New Jersey To Victory
New Jersey Devils center Nico Hischier led the way with three points during their victory on Wednesday evening against the Boston Bruins. In the second frame, Hischier would tally two power-play helpers, one on Dougie Hamilton's goal and the other on Stefan Noesen. In the final period, Hischier would find the back of the net […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Adam Fantilli Scores Hat Trick On Wednesday
Columbus Blue Jackets center Adam Fantilli scored a hat trick during their victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Wednesday evening. Fantilli opened the scoring with a power-play in the first period. Later in the second, Fantilli would find the back of the net again, this time during 5-on-5 play. Later in the third, Fantilli […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Matthew Knies Sustains Upper Body Injury
According to the team, Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Matthew Knies (upper body) sustained an injury during Wednesday's contest. Knies suffered the injury in the second frame and did not return for the third. Fantasy managers should keep a close eye on his status before their contest on Saturday against the Ottawa Senators. The 22-year-old […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Jacob Markstrom Exits Early On Wednesday, Expected To Miss Time
According to Mike Morreale of NHL.com, New Jersey Devils goaltender Jacob Markstrom (lower body) exited Wednesday's contest early and is expected to miss time. Markstrom departed in the second frame after a Boston skater crashed into his leg. Markstrom left the ice limping. Jake Allen replaced him for the remainder of the contest. Before exiting, […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Cubs Targeting Several Relief Pitchers
According to Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic, the Chicago Cubs are targeting several options to improve their bullpen. According to Sharma and Mooney, the Cubs were eyeing Tanner Scott and Kirby Yates before the Dodgers signed both. However, the team has begun to pivot and is reportedly showing interest in Kenley Jansen, […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Dodgers Seeking Trade Partner For Ryan Brasier
According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, the Los Angeles Dodgers are shopping right-handed pitcher Ryan Brasier. Nightengale noted that the Dodgers need to clear space off their 40-man roster for several new additions. On Tuesday, Nightengale reported that the Dodgers had reached a tentative agreement with right-handed pitcher Kirby Yates. Last season, Brasier was […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Pedro Avila Designated For Assignment
According to the team, the Cleveland Guardians have designated right-handed pitcher Pedro Avila for assignment. This transaction opened a roster spot for Paul Sewald, who the team signed to a one-year $6 million contract earlier on Wednesday. Last season, Avila was deployed out of the Cleveland bullpen. Across 82 2/3 innings of work, the 28-year-old […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Cubs Sign Reese McGuire To Minor-League Contract
According to Aram Leighton of Just BB Media, the Chicago Cubs have signed catcher Reese McGuire to a minor-league deal. McGuire has spent the past two seasons with the Boston Red Sox. Last summer, the 29-year-old made 53 appearances in the majors and held a .209/.280/.295 line. He hit three home runs and swiped three […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Tyler Matzek Will Throw For Scouts On Thursday
According to Jon Morosi of the MLB Network, left-handed pitcher Tyler Matzek (elbow) will throw for scouts on Thursday in Irvine, California. Matzek logged only ten innings of work last season before suffering a season-ending elbow injury. While the southpaw has struggled over the past few seasons, he was a dominant part of the Atlanta […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Kristian Campbell Will Compete For Starting Job At Second Base
According to Ian Browne of MLB.com, Boston Red Sox prospect Kristian Campbell will be in the mix to compete for the starting second base job at spring training. Browne noted that Vaughn Grissom will likely be the other option. Grissom was given the starting job last summer but battled numerous injuries and logged only 31 […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
John Means Not Expected To Sign Soon
According to Roch Kubatko of MASNSports, free-agent pitcher John Means (elbow) is not expected to sign a contract for the 2025 season anytime soon. The left-hander underwent his second Tommy John surgery last June, and according to Kubatko, the industry perception is that Means will not find a suitor until much later in the offseason. […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Alex Bregman Remains At Standstill With Detroit
According to Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press, the Detroit Tigers and free-agent third baseman Alex Bregman remain at a standstill in contract negotiations. The Tigers have been viewed as one of the favorites to land the Gold Glover throughout most of the offseason but have been unable to reach a final agreement. Bregman […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Blue Jays Remain Interested In Pete Alonso And Jurickson Profar
According to Mark Feinsand of the MLB Network, the Toronto Blue Jays are still targeting top bats on the market, including first baseman Pete Alonso and outfielder Jurickson Profar. Earlier this week, the Blue Jays signed outfielder Anthony Santander to a hefty five-year $92 million contract. However, given that the team was willing to spend […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Baltimore Not Considering A Trade For Samuel Basallo
According to Roch Kubatko of MASNSports, the Baltimore Orioles are not considering a trade for their top-catching prospect, Samuel Basallo. Basallo was recently tabbed as the sport's top-catching prospect on MLB Pipeline and is one of the budding stars in the Baltimore system. However, the Orioles already have a franchise backstop in Adley Rutschman but […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Rasmus Dahlin Tallies Two Assists On Tuesday
Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin tallied two helpers during their victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday evening. Dahlin would tally both of his helpers in the final frame. He added the secondary assist on Jiri Kulich's game-tying goal and the primary assist on JJ Peterka's game-winner. The 24-year-old defenseman has continued to log top […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Jesperi Kotkaniemi Scores Twice On Tuesday
Carolina Hurricanes center Jesperi Kotkaniemi scored twice in their 2-1 victory over the Dallas Stars on Tuesday evening. Kotkaniemi would open the scoring in the second frame with a snap shot. Later in the third, Kotkaniemi would score the game-winner on a deflection. He logged three total shots on goal and one hit during this […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Jonathan Marchessault Leads The Way On Tuesday
Nashville Predators right wing Jonathan Marchessault tallied four points during their victory over the San Jose Sharks on Tuesday evening. Marchessault would tack on his first point with the secondary assist on Justin Barron's third goal of the season in the second frame. In the third, Marchessault scored in the opening minute and tacked on […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Samuel Ersson Extends Winning Streak On Tuesday
Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Samuel Ersson extended his winning streak to five games on Tuesday evening with an overtime victory over the Detroit Red Wings. Ersson stopped 27 of the 28 shots he faced. His lone blemish came in the third period when Ben Chiarot scored on a wrist shot. However, he was able to shut […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Lane Hutson Extends Point Streak To Nine Games
Montreal Canadiens rookie defenseman Lane Hutson extended his point streak to nine games on Tuesday evening with an assist. Hutson tallied the secondary assist on Juraj Slafkovsky's power-play goal. Hutson also logged three hits and two blocks in this contest. During this nine-game stretch, Hutson has tallied 13 points (one goal, 12 helpers). He has […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Igor Shesterkin Shuts The Door On Senators On Tuesday
New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin stopped all 20 shots he faced en route to defeating the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday evening. The Rangers dominated the shot total, but Shesterkin was able to set up when called on. Alexis Lafreniere would break the stalemate late in the opening frame and serve as the game-winner. This […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Will Klein Traded To Seattle
According to the team, the Seattle Mariners have acquired right-handed pitcher Will Klein from the Athletics in exchange for international slot money. Klein was designated for assignment on Friday but will now take his talents to Seattle. Before the trade, Klein was ranked as the No.16 best prospect in the A's system. He logged only […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Ron Marinaccio Designated For Assignment
According to Daryl Van Schouwen of the Sun-Times, the Chicago White Sox have designated right-handed pitcher Ron Marinaccio for assignment. This transaction opened a roster spot for left-handed pitcher Martin Perez, who agreed to a one-year $5 million contract. Marinaccio was claimed by the White Sox last season but never pitched for them. During the […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Jose Quijada, Angels Avoid Arbitration
According to the team, left-handed pitcher Jose Quijada and the Los Angeles Angels have agreed to a one-year deal worth $1.75 million to avoid arbitration. This deal also includes a $3.75 million club option for the 2026 season. Quijada missed most of the 2024 campaign recovering from Tommy John surgery he underwent in 2023. However, […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Donovan Solano Expected To Play Primarily At First Base
According to Daniel Kramer of MLB.com, Seattle Mariners infielder Donovan Solano is expected to spend most of the 2025 season at first base. Solano signed a one-year contract with the Mariners earlier this offseason. Throughout his career, he has been deployed at several positions in the infield, but it appears the Mariners view him primarily […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago
Cade Horton On Track For Normal Spring Training
According to Ryan Herrera of JustBaseball.com, Chicago Cubs starting pitching prospect Cade Horton (shoulder) is expected to have a normal spring training. The top arm in the Chicago system was on track to make his major-league debut last summer but was eventually shut down with a shoulder injury in May. Before the injury, Horton held […]
Andy Smith 1 month ago