For the second straight winter, Blake Snell represents one of the better free agent pitchers available. However, many expect the southpaw to see a healthier market for his services this time. Two-Time Cy Young Winner Hits The Open Market Again Snell lingered on the open market last offseason as teams were reluctant to pay him big money, even after a Cy Young season. Prior to … [Read more...] about Two-Time Cy Young Winner Hits The Open Market Again
GM: Athletics Plan to Keep Former All-Star
Despite the Athletics‘ 2023 All-Star Brent Rooker having been on the trade block, the A’s plan to hold onto the 30-year-old. A’s general manager David Forst stated they will be keeping Rooker, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Rooker sported a .293 batting average with 39 home runs, 160 hits, 112 RBI, and 11 stolen bases. Brent Rooker trade speculation ended today. … [Read more...] about GM: Athletics Plan to Keep Former All-Star
Multiple Teams Expressing Interest in All-Star Reliever
San Francisco Giants reliever Camilo Doval is garnering significant attention from multiple teams, fueling speculation about his potential trade value. According to the San Francisco Chronicle’s Susan Slusser, several clubs have expressed interest in acquiring the 2023 All-Star. Doval’s impressive resume, which includes a 5-3 record, 4.88 ERA, 78 strikeouts, and 1.58 WHIP in … [Read more...] about Multiple Teams Expressing Interest in All-Star Reliever
SF Giants Ace Starter Tests Free Agency Exercises Out of Contract
San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Blake Snell has opted out of his contract with the San Francisco Giants and has become a free agent. This has been reported by USA Today Baseball Columnist Bob Nightengale. In Snell’s contract, he had the option to opt out of his first season when he signed with the Giants. Snell signed with the Giants on March 19th, 2024, for a two-year$ … [Read more...] about SF Giants Ace Starter Tests Free Agency Exercises Out of Contract
Sources: Zack Minasian to be Named SF Giants General Manager
In a historic milestone, the Minasian family is set to make its mark on Major League Baseball. As reported by Bob Nightengale of USA Today, the San Francisco Giants will name Zack Minasian their new general manager on Friday. This appointment will cement the Minasians as the first brotherly duo to concurrently hold general manager positions in MLB, with Zack joining his brother … [Read more...] about Sources: Zack Minasian to be Named SF Giants General Manager