The Orioles and free agent reliever Andrew Kittredge are in agreement on a one-year, $10MM guarantee, reports Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. The Paragon Sports International client receives a $9MM salary for the upcoming season and is guaranteed a $1MM buyout on a $9MM club option for 2026. Baltimore has a full 40-man roster and will need to make a move when the contract is … [Read more...] about Orioles To Sign Andrew Kittredge
Red Sox, Garrett Crochet Have Had Preliminary Extension Talks
The Red Sox made one of the biggest trade acquisitions of the winter, landing Garrett Crochet from the White Sox for four prospects. Boston apparently has interest in keeping their newly-acquired southpaw for the longer term. Chris Cotillo of MassLive reports that the Red Sox and Crochet’s camp at CAA have had at least preliminary discussions about a long-term deal. Tomorrow is … [Read more...] about Red Sox, Garrett Crochet Have Had Preliminary Extension Talks
What Could The Padres Expect For Dylan Cease?
The Padres have yet to make a significant move this offseason. San Diego hasn't made a single major league free agent or trade acquisition. It's clear they're hamstrung financially. The complaint filed by Peter Seidler's widow against the late owner's brothers only adds to the overall organizational uncertainty. If San Diego is going to make any upgrades of note, they'll need … [Read more...] about What Could The Padres Expect For Dylan Cease?
MLB Mailbag: Lux, Giants, Orioles, Rockies, Blue Jays
Today's mailbag gets into the Gavin Lux trade, the Yankees' infield, the Giants' ability to add a bat, how the Orioles could trade for a top starter, what a Blake Street Bombers Part 2 lineup could look like for the Rockies, why some free agents don't sign in Toronto, why the Astros aren't getting more flak for trading Kyle Tucker, and more. Kyle asks: What's your take on the … [Read more...] about MLB Mailbag: Lux, Giants, Orioles, Rockies, Blue Jays
Reds Hire Simon Mathews As Assistant Pitching Coach
The Reds informed reporters (including Gordon Wittenmyer of the Cincinnati Enquirer) that they’ve hired Simon Mathews as assistant pitching coach. That is expected to round out Terry Francona’s first staff in Cincinnati. Mathews, 29, pitched at Georgetown and Temple. He spent three years pitching in the Angels system before moving into coaching. Mathews has worked for the Reds … [Read more...] about Reds Hire Simon Mathews As Assistant Pitching Coach