5 months ago

Perry Minasian Sees Fix For Jordan Romano, Says Angels Have 'No Set Closer'

Minasian says Angels can fix Romano “delivery-wise” and his slider after an 8.23 ERA, citing “underlying numbers” like 3.99 xERA and 47 K in 42⅔ innings. Signed for $2M, the ex-Blue Jays All-Star could compete for saves with Robert Stephenson and Ben Joyce. Minasian added, “There’s no set closer right now… we’re still going to look to add.”

By Tanish Chachra

5 months ago

Eugenio Suárez Waits on Munetaka Murakami Deadline as Nolan Arenado Trade Talk Lingers

Bob Nightengale reported Suárez is flying “under the radar” after the Diamondbacks dealt him for “how little they got back,” then the Mariners showed “no interest” in bringing him back. Nightengale believes that hurt his value, leaving him waiting on Murakami’s Monday deadline to reveal openings. He adds that Arenado may then seek a trade, with the Cardinals needing cash.

By Tanish Chachra

5 months ago

Dustin May Deal Becomes Official With St. Louis Cardinals

Jeff Passan reports May’s St. Louis deal is official: $12.5M for 2026 with a $20M mutual option for 2027. May owns a 3.86 career ERA in 71 MLB outings since 2019. He posted a 4.96 ERA while logging a career-high 132 1/3 innings in 2025 after missing 2024, giving the Cardinals a low-risk upside bet in the pricey pitching market.

By Tanish Chachra

5 months ago

Dave Roberts Invites Tyrese Haliburton to Throw First Pitch at Dodger Stadium

Dodgers manager Roberts invited the Pacers star Haliburton to throw out a first pitch next season. “A huge Tyrese fan… Want to make amends,” Roberts said, offering a Dodger Stadium visit and a Shohei Ohtani jersey. The invite is followed by the Brewers un-inviting Haliburton in 2024 after Indiana eliminated the Bucks, turning last year’s snub into fresh support.

By Tanish Chachra

5 months ago

Cody Bellinger Draws Big-Market Buzz as $165M Projection Emerges

Bellinger’s market is “robust,” with big-market contenders expected to lead the chase. Jim Bowden reported the Yankees are the most likely landing spot, followed by the Mets and Dodgers. The former MVP is projected to command a six-year, $165 million deal at least, reflecting his rebound value and appeal to win-now clubs seeking left-handed power and defensive versatility.

By Tanish Chachra

5 months ago

Bo Bichette Signals Second-Base Move as Market Widens

Mark Feinsand says Bichette is telling clubs he’ll move from shortstop to second base: “Not a great shortstop, but proved he can play second.” The .311 hitter drove in 94 runs in 139 games, boosting his free-agent appeal for teams needing a 2B, including the Giants, Red Sox, and Mariners. Linked to Atlanta, he’d play second with Kim at short.

By Tanish Chachra

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