MLB Trade Rumors

Free agent left-hander Rich Hill is representing the United States in the Premier12 tournament, scheduled to start Thursday night’s game. But he’s open to returning to Major League Baseball in 2025, which would be his age-45 season. “I obviously love the game of baseball, I love the work and competition or I wouldn’t be doing this,’’ Hill says to Bob Nightengale of USA Today. … [Read more...] about Rich Hill Open To Pitching In 2025

The Reds announced today the coaching staff that will be working under new manager Terry Francona. One new hire that was not previously reported is Brad Mills in the bench coach position. Freddie Benavides, who got Cincinnati’s bench coach gig going into 2019, is listed today as bench coach/field coordinator. Mills, 68 in January, is a familiar face for Cincinnati’s new … [Read more...] about Reds Hire Brad Mills As Bench Coach

The Braves have acquired infielder Nick Allen from the Athletics, according to announcements from both clubs. Minor league right-hander Jared Johnson heads the other way. Allen was on the 40-man roster, so Atlanta’s count jumps to 38 while the Athletics’ drops to 34. More to come. … [Read more...] about Braves Acquire Nick Allen

After 10 years in affiliated ball and two seasons in Japan’s Nippon Professional Baseball league, infielder Gosuke Katoh is trading in his playing equipment for a gig behind the scenes. Days after announcing his retirement, Katoh revealed on his Instagram account that he has taken a job in the Blue Jays front office. Katoh, 30, was born and raised in California, moving from the … [Read more...] about Gosuke Katoh Retires, Joins Blue Jays Front Office