Dylan Bundy trade is a brilliant starting point for Angels
Los Angeles Angels traded for Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Dylan Bundy on Wednesday, as reported by The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal.
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Philadelphia Phillies take risk on Wheeler with five-year pact
The Philadelphia Phillies have agreed to sign starting pitcher Zack Wheeler on a five-year, $118 million deal as reported by Marc Carig.
Cleveland Indians should see Kevin Pillar as a key acquisition
Kevin Pillar was non-tendered by the San Francisco Giants on Monday, becoming a free agent. The Cleveland Indians had the 18th-best outfield in MLB last season, and ranked 20th in production from centre field.
Three value starting pitching alternative to Cole, Strasburg for the Yankees
The New York Yankees will be sitting down with Gerrit Cole and Stephen Strasburg in the coming days, per The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal.
Dallas Keuchel should be a target for New York Mets in free agency
New York Mets look set to lose starter Zach Wheeler, leaving a hole in their rotation. Free agent Dallas Keuchel should be a leading candidate to fill that berth.
Three ideal teams for Jonathan Villar after Orioles placed infielder on waivers
Baltimore Orioles placed versatile infielder Jonathan Villar on waivers on Wednesday. Villar, who was worth four WAR in 2019, is expected to earn around $10 million in 2020 after arbitration.
Five teams that should make the push for Nicholas Castellanos
Nicholas Castellanos completed an impressive turnaround to his 2019 campaign after he was traded from the Detroit Tigers to the Chicago Cubs. Now, after being said to have improved his defensive skill set, he could be a vital part of a not so deep free agent outfield group.
Brewers gamble big on Urias, Padres get a rotation upgrade in blockbuster trade
The San Diego Padres wasted no time getting an addition to an underwhelming pitching staff. But neither did the Brewers reinforcing their infield personnel. On Tuesday the 2019 NL Wild Card Game participant traded starting pitcher Zach Davies and outfielder Trent Grisham to San Diego for Padres prospect Luis Urias and righty Eric Lauer.
Three landing spots for Marcell Ozuna in free agency
Outfielder Marcell Ozuna is set to have an intriguing free agency.
Chicago Cubs should make Jonathan Schoop a priority in free agency
Chicago Cubs have been linked with a trade for Whit Merrifield to join Javier Baez in the middle of their infield. Despite a reluctance to spend big, free agency and Jonathan Schoop might provide a better solution to their second base issue.
St. Louis Cardinals need to go all in on Anthony Rendon
Many people might not see third base as a particular need or weakness for the Cardinals. The production that came from there, however, by Matt Carpenter could turn into a permanent hole, especially offensively, for a team that has lots of potential on the mound.
Grandal signing, Abreu extension show pragmatism from Chicago White Sox
The Chicago White Sox spent last offseason chasing Manny Machado and Bryce Harper only to fall well short of both. This winter of 2019/20 has already proven to be more ruthless for the ChiSox with Yasmani Grandal and Jose Abreu signed long-term.
Five potential suitors for free agent third baseman Josh Donaldson
The Braves won their second straight NL East title, and offseason acquisition Josh Donaldson had his fair share of contributions on his way to hitting 37 home runs and leading the Braves into the postseason.
Will Smith signing the latest in a string of smart Braves moves
Atlanta Braves made the first big move of the MLB offseason, landing former San Francisco Giants closer Will Smith on a three-year, $39 million deal. There is a $13 million club option attached for the 2023 campaign.
Reds should move for former Yankee Didi Gregorius
Cincinnati Reds are still looking to end their sub-.500 streak. After much hope, and some curious offseason moves, the 2019 campaign was like many others. Their winning percentage started with a four, though it was their best record since 2014. They were a long way off the Chicago Cubs, Milwaukee Brewers and St Louis Cardinals.