4 months ago

Blue Jays’ Kyle Tucker Offer Reportedly Hit $350M Over 10 Years

Toronto reportedly offered Tucker $350 million over 10 years, per Jon Heyman. But Tucker chose to join the Dodgers. The chase underscored the Blue Jays’ willingness to spend big after an active winter, even without landing the star outfielder. Heyman called them “one of the biggest winter winners," crediting the effort and roster upgrades despite the Tucker loss.

By Tanish Chachra

4 months ago

Kyle Tucker, Bo Bichette Deals Leave Blue Jays’ Winter Suddenly Flat

Toronto’s buzz faded fast: Tucker picked the Dodgers on Thursday, then Bichette signed with the Mets on Friday. The Dodgers’ $240M, four-year offer includes opt-outs after years two and three. The Mets landed Bichette for $126M over three years with opt-outs each season, and plan him at third. After adding Dylan Cease, Toronto’s moves are done, except for Cody Bellinger.

By Tanish Chachra

4 months ago

The Mets and Bo Bichette Deal Was Months in the Making, Per Will Sammon

Sammon revealed that the Mets and Bichette first connected during the GM meetings in November and stayed in touch since. "While they were talking with Kyle Tucker, they were also having meetings about Bichette," Sammon said. The Mets wanted a short-term contract, and so ended up with Bichette. "They really like his drive, character, and presence in the clubhouse."

By Ankit Sharma

4 months ago

Jim Duquette Sees Mets Pushing Toward $400M After Bo Bichette Deal

Duquette told SNY the Mets’ Bichette pivot was “wow, what a quick turnaround” after missing Tucker. He said payroll near $350M could “get close to 400” because “they’re not done” and still need starters. On possible trades, he noted Stearns has “plenty of options,” adding it “wouldn’t shock me” if Baty or Vientos gets moved for pitching.

By Nischay Rathore

4 months ago

Pirates Payroll Math Sparks ‘System Is Broken’ Claim After 26% Spend Rate

Tuft Daily reported in June that Pittsburgh generated $326M in 2024 revenue, yet allocated $84M to its 2025 payroll, about 26%. In comparison, the Mets, at $444M revenue, spent $342M (77%). “The Pirates owner is worth over $1 billion… making a mockery of the system," ESPN's Joe Schad said. The Pirates' biggest free agent deal was Liriano’s $39M/3 in 2014.

By Tanish Chachra

4 months ago

Brewers Field Freddy Peralta Offers as Yankees, Mets, Dodgers Circle

Milwaukee keeps taking calls on Peralta, who is due to hit free agency after 2026. Jon Heyman reports the Yankees, Mets, Dodgers, Giants and Braves are among the clubs showing interest. His $8 million salary makes him affordable even for the Brewers, but an extension is “tougher for small markets.” With contenders lurking, Milwaukee now faces a keep-or-cash-in decision.

By Tanish Chachra

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