Today's mailbag gets into possible offensive additions for the Rangers, Bo Bichette trade scenarios, the White Sox and the record books, requiring starters to go six innings, Jordan Walker's future, and much more. Kevin asks: Do you see the Rangers getting a DH/ outfielder that hits for power? Evan Carter was the Rangers' starting left fielder entering the season, but he … [Read more...] about Tim Dierkes’ MLB Mailbag: Rangers, Bichette, White Sox, Jordan Walker
Giants Extend Matt Chapman
The Giants made a major splash overnight, announcing that they’ve extended the contract of third baseman Matt Chapman. The deal guarantees Chapman $151MM over six years and runs from 2025 to 2030, with a $25MM annual salary and a $1MM signing bonus paid out in 2025. According to ESPN’s Jeff Passan, Chapman’s deal contains a no-trade clause. Chapman, 31, signed with the Giants … [Read more...] about Giants Extend Matt Chapman
Sean Manaea Expected To Opt Out Of Mets Deal In Offseason
Left-hander Sean Manaea has signed two-year deals with opt-out provisions in each of the past two offseasons and is poised to reenter the market for a third straight winter. USA Today’s Bob Nightengale writes that Manaea will opt out of the second year and $13.5MM on his deal “barring unforeseen circumstances.” The lefty himself spoke to Nightengale about his recent pair of … [Read more...] about Sean Manaea Expected To Opt Out Of Mets Deal In Offseason
Latest On Kyle Tucker
Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker hasn’t played in a big league game since fouling a ball off his leg on June 3. The club placed him on the 10-day injured list shortly thereafter, listing his injury as a right shin contusion, and it seemed like a short absence was possible. But weeks gradually turned into months without much progress being made towards a return and now Chandler … [Read more...] about Latest On Kyle Tucker
The Opener: Leiter, Gurriel, Red Sox, Mets
Happy Labor Day to those who celebrate! While fans around America enjoy a day of rest and relaxation, here are three things we’ll be keeping an eye on around the baseball world throughout the day today: 1. Leiter to be recalled: The Rangers are set to recall the second overall pick of the 2021 draft, right-hander Jack Leiter, to the big league club today. While the 24-year-old … [Read more...] about The Opener: Leiter, Gurriel, Red Sox, Mets