The Cubs are considering Justin Turner as an alternative to Alex Bregman, write Patrick Mooney and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Turner will be limited to one year as he enters his age-40 season. Bregman has reportedly continued to seek a deal of six-plus years, while the Cubs seem to prefer a much shorter term. Turner remains a quality offensive player. He combined for a … [Read more...] about Cubs Among Teams With Interest In Justin Turner
Cardinals, Red Sox Have Reportedly Had “Recent Communication” On Arenado
The Nolan Arenado trade speculation has quieted in recent weeks. After the eight-time All-Star used his no-trade clause to quash a deal that would have sent him to Houston, the Cardinals have been unable to find a suitable match. St. Louis president of baseball operations John Mozeliak said at last month’s Winter Warm-Up event that the Arenado saga remained the front office’s … [Read more...] about Cardinals, Red Sox Have Reportedly Had “Recent Communication” On Arenado
Players Who Could Move To The 60-Day IL Once Spring Training Begins
Most of the clubs in the league currently have a full 40-man roster, which means that just about every transaction requires a corresponding move these days. Some extra roster flexibility is on the way, however. The 60-day injured list goes away five days after the World Series but comes back when pitchers and catchers report to spring training. Per R.J. Anderson of CBS Sports, … [Read more...] about Players Who Could Move To The 60-Day IL Once Spring Training Begins
Alex Bregman Reportedly Has Six-Year Offer From Club Other Than Astros
February starts tomorrow but Alex Bregman is still unsigned. Throughout the winter, he has reportedly been sitting on a six-year, $156MM offer from the Astros. Jon Heyman of The New York Post reports that he also has a “lucrative” six-year offer, with an opt-out after the first year, from another club “that may not be not be high on his list.” Heyman mentions the Cubs, Tigers … [Read more...] about Alex Bregman Reportedly Has Six-Year Offer From Club Other Than Astros
Max Scherzer Hosts Workout For Several Teams
It’s been a relatively quiet offseason with regard to chatter on future Hall of Famer Max Scherzer. The three-time Cy Young winner was limited to nine starts of 3.95 ERA ball for the Rangers in 2024. He missed time early in the year while recovering from offseason back surgery and was also sidelined by a nerve issue in his hand, shoulder fatigue and a strained hamstring. It’s a … [Read more...] about Max Scherzer Hosts Workout For Several Teams
Red Sox, Abraham Toro Agree To Minor League Contract
3:29pm: Toro will make $1MM if in the majors, per Chris Cotillo of MassLive. 9:50am: The Red Sox and free agent infielder Abraham Toro have agreed to a minor league contract, reports Daniel Alvarez Montes of El Extra Base. The Republik Sports client receives an invitation to major league spring training. Toro, who turned 28 last month, was a well-regarded prospect with the … [Read more...] about Red Sox, Abraham Toro Agree To Minor League Contract
Red Sox, Mark Kolozsvary Agree To Minor League Deal
The Red Sox and catcher Mark Kolozsvary have agreed to a minor league contract with an invitation to major league spring training, reports Kiley McDaniel of ESPN. It’ll be his second straight season with the Red Sox organization, as he was with the club’s Triple-A affiliate in Worcester in 2024. Kolozsvary, 29, has technically appeared in two big league seasons, though he … [Read more...] about Red Sox, Mark Kolozsvary Agree To Minor League Deal
Red Sox Interested In Alex Bregman On Shorter-Term Contracts
Alex Bregman and the Red Sox have been linked together for much of the offseason, and multiple reports have indicated that the Sox have indeed showed some level of interest in Bregman. This interest is apparently in a somewhat limited capacity, however, as the Boston Globe’s Alex Speier, writes that the Sox have been focusing on shorter-term offers with Bregman, with an eye … [Read more...] about Red Sox Interested In Alex Bregman On Shorter-Term Contracts
Report: Alex Bregman Has Received Multiple Offers Of At Least Five Years
With the month of February now just a week away, Alex Bregman remains a free agent. That has led to speculation that he may have to pivot his focus and try to secure a short-term pact, but that doesn’t seem to have happened yet. Ari Alexander of KPRC 2 reports today that Bregman has received offers of five years or longer from at least three teams this offseason, including the … [Read more...] about Report: Alex Bregman Has Received Multiple Offers Of At Least Five Years