13+ hour, 19+ min ago (234+ words) By Darragh McDonald | November 24, 2025 at 2:28pm CDT Naturally, Stearns was asked about what's next for the Mets. While the story in Texas might be scaled-back spending, that doesn't appear to be a concern with the Mets. "Sure," Stearns said, when asked if it's possible for the Mets to re-sign Pete Alonso and Edwin D'az and a notable free agent outfielder. "I think anything would be realistic right now." Under owner Steve Cohen, the Mets have been one of the top-spending clubs in the majors. Per RosterResource, they had a $340MM payroll and $337MM CBT number in 2025. For 2026, those numbers are at $263MM and $264MM. That gives the Mets something like $70MM in wiggle room if they are willing to get to the same level and it's entirely possible they could be willing to go even higher. MLBTR predicted D'az to secure an $82MM deal over four years....

13+ hour, 22+ min ago (1137+ words) By Darragh McDonald | November 24, 2025 at 2:25pm CDT It seems that the historically bad 2025 season, which led to 119 losses, has prompted a shake-up. As mentioned, Black was fired in May. The Rockies and general manager Bill Schmidt parted ways at the end of the season, with DePodesta later hired to take over the front office. Owner Dick Monfort appears to be ceding some of his duties to his son Walker, who is the club's executive vice president. For the near term, Schaeffer's job will be focused on getting the most of young players who are still trying to reach their potential. Eventually, the target will turn towards winning. Time will tell whether Schaeffer will stick around beyond that inflection point, whenever it arrives. No one else wanted the job My comment was gonna be how many interviewed. Todd Helton has to be…...

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15+ hour, 20+ min ago (343+ words) By Steve Adams | November 24, 2025 at 12:27pm CDT The Yankees have agreed to a minor league contract with right-handed reliever Yerry Rodriguez, as first indicated on the transaction log at MLB.com. It's a two-year minor league pact, agent Kelvin Nova tells MLBTR. Rodriguez underwent Tommy John surgery back in spring training, when he was a non-roster invitee with the Pirates. He's targeting a midseason return to the mound. Rodriguez, a hard-throwing 28-year-old, has appeared in parts of three big league seasons between the Rangers and Blue Jays. He's pitched only 36 1/3 innings in the majors and been tagged for 33 runs in that time (8.17 ERA). He's been plagued by a bloated .345 average on balls in play, but a penchant for walks and home runs have been larger detriments to his big league work. Though he hasn't had much success in limited MLB work,…...

17+ hour, 47+ min ago (1976+ words) By Mark Polishuk | November 24, 2025 at 10:00am CDT Nov. 24: The two teams have formally announced the swap. Nov. 23: In an intriguing one-for-one swap of prominent veterans, the Mets and Rangers have agreed to a trade that will send second baseman Marcus Semien to Queens in exchange for outfielder Brandon Nimmo." New York is also sending $5MM to help Texas offset some of the difference between the two players" remaining salaries. Given the trade buzz this week, it isn"t entirely shocking to see the veteran outfielder"s time in New York come to an end." That said, a straight-up swap for Semien is eye-opening, given how Semien is coming off a dismal year at the plate and comes with a significant future price tag in his own right. While the financial elements can"t be overlooked, the trade is also something of an…...

1+ day ago (418+ words) By Steve Adams | November 24, 2025 at 1:48pm CDT The Cardinals and catcher Yohel Pozo are in the final stages of agreeing to a new deal for the 2026 season, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. Pozo was non-tendered by St. Louis on Friday. It'll presumably be a minor league deal between the two parties. While Pozo isn't going to jump to the top of the depth chart anytime soon, he'll give the Cards some additional depth along with Jimmy Crooks, Ivan Herrera and Pedro Pages. Pozo has a full slate of minor league options, so if the Cards do add him to the 40-man roster, he can be shuttled freely between St. Louis and Memphis without first needing to be exposed to waivers. St. Louis Cardinals Transactions Yohel Pozo I wonder if he's related to all-time Red Sox Great Arquimedez Pozo?...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago (258+ words) By Steve Adams | November 24, 2025 at 10:46am CDT The Marlins are among the teams that have shown interest in free-agent righty Michael King, per Ken Rosenthal and Evan Drellich of The Athletic. Miami has frequently been linked to prominent bullpen arms in the offseason's early stages as well, and the Fish are apparently planning to spend more heavily in free agency than in recent years (although that's a pretty low bar to clear). The Marlins are on the lookout for meaningful offensive upgrades, but the free agent market is generally thin on impact hitters this offseason. If the Fish instead choose to further deepen an organizational strength, they could use their stock of quality young arms to explore the trade market in search of more meaningful upgrades at the infield corners, designated hitter and/or in right field. King rejected a $22.025MM qualifying…...

1+ day, 11+ hour ago (1008+ words) By Steve Adams | November 23, 2025 at 3:51pm CDT "I had a wonderful time being in Anaheim, playing in Anaheim, getting to know the guys and getting to play next to Hall of Fame players too. I'm just very thankful for that time period, and it's something I'll cherish for the rest of my life." While the Angels have the payroll capacity to make that type of addition " Mike Trout is the only player guaranteed anything beyond the 2027 season " it's an open question as to whether Bellinger can truly be considered an everyday center fielder anymore. He hasn't played the position on a full-time basis since 2022 and logged only 306 innings there with the Yankees in 2025. Los Angeles Angels Notes Cody Bellinger Grayson Rodriguez Taylor Ward "Bellinger figures to finally command a nine-figure deal in free agency, likely for five or even six years....

1+ day, 13+ hour ago (878+ words) By Nick Deeds | November 23, 2025 at 2:33pm CDT 2025-26 MLB Free Agents MLBTR Originals Christopher Morel J.J. Bleday Mike Tauchman Nathaniel Lowe Ramon Urias Tauchman and urias look promising of the bunch. Tauchman probably cut due to a salary slash by the white sox I was surprised the Cubs let him go season before last. He really stepped up for them as a very reliable backup. Had some big hits too. Somebody's gonna be glad to get him. I'd love an Orioles reunion with Urias. Solid player to with a good attitude, and great insurance for a long term injury at 2B or 3B. You could even platoon him with Holliday if you really want to min/max the offense in 2026. I agree. Urias makes perfect sense as a backup to Holliday and Westburg. Especially with Westburg's injury history. And the Orioles currently don't have a…...

1+ day, 15+ hour ago (722+ words) By Nick Deeds | November 23, 2025 at 12:09pm CDT Ryan Helsley is drawing interest from clubs as a starting pitcher, and the Tigers are among the teams who have spoken to him about a possible move to the rotation according to a report from Ken Rosenthal, Cody Stavenhagen, and Katie Woo of The Athletic. Detroit Tigers Newsstand Ryan Helsley Are we /j or /srs right now? I always hate it when these GMs think that they are smarter then everyone else. Helsly is an elite closer, leave him where he is good at. If Mariano Rivera was kept as a starter, he'd go down as another Michael Pineda, not a 100% vote getter Hall of Famer I hate it when these keyboard warriors think they're smarter than professionals who have access to information they don't have and couldn't comprehend if they did. And then they…...