This is happening: Nationals sign Max Scherzer

0 comments by Joe Lucia on 1/19/2015

The Washington Nationals have pulled off the most shocking move of baseball’s offseason – they’ve signed the top free agent on the market, Max Scherzer, to a seven-year contract. While the terms of the deal are currently unknown, Scherzer will reportedly be making more than $180 million over the seven years. Former teammate Justin Verlander […]

CHICAGO, IL – SEPTEMBER 02: Starting pitcher Yovani Gallardo #49 of the Milwaukee Brewers delivers the ball against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on September 2, 2014 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Reports: Brewers, Rangers nearing deal for Yovani Gallardo

0 comments by TOC Locker on 1/18/2015

Milwaukee Brewers ace Yovani Gallardo might not be a Wisconsinite much longer – the club is reportedly nearing a deal to send the Mexican right-hander to the Texas Rangers. Gallardo turns 29 in February, and has been a Brewer since they drafted him in the second round of the 2004 MLB Draft. In 2014, Gallado […]

BALTIMORE, MD – OCTOBER 02: Max Scherzer #37 of the Detroit Tigers throws a pitch in the first inning against the Baltimore Orioles during Game One of the American League Division Series at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on October 2, 2014 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

Report: Nationals nearing seven-year deal with Max Scherzer

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How’s this for an unexpected landing spot for Max Scherzer: the Washington Nationals? According to several media reports that began to trickle out on Sunday, Scherzer and the Nationals have mutual interest in one another, and the two parties are getting close on a seven-year contract. In fact, according to the Washington Post’s Adam Kilgore, […]

KANSAS CITY, MO – OCTOBER 28: Norichika Aoki #23 of the Kansas City Royals reacts after hitting an RBI single in the second inning during Game Six of the 2014 World Series at Kauffman Stadium on October 28, 2014 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Giants fill outfield hole with Nori Aoki on one-year deal

0 comments by Joe Lucia on 1/16/2015

One of the last remaining offensive forces on the free agent market has signed – Nori Aoki is heading to the San Francisco Giants on a one-year deal for $4.7 million guaranteed. aoki gets $4.7M guarantee. $4M salary for 2015, plus 700K buyout on 2016 option. can make 12.5M max — Jon Heyman (@JonHeymanCBS)

TUSCALOOSA, AL – OCTOBER 18: Alex Rodriguez of the New York Yankees stands on the field prior to the game between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Texas A&M Aggies at Bryant-Denny Stadium on October 18, 2014 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Alex Rodriguez thinks the Yankees’ third base job is his to lose

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Despite the Yankees signing Chase Headley to a four-year, $52 million contract this winter, Alex Rodriguez thinks the club’s starting third base job is his to lose. Yep – the 39-year old who didn’t play at all in 2014 and hasn’t played 100 games in the field since 2010 is assuming that he’s going into Spring […]

CHICAGO, IL – SEPTEMBER 3: Anthony Rizzo #44 of the Chicago Cubs follows through on a sacrifice fly scoring teammate Welington Castillo #53 during the fifth inning against the Miami Marlins at Wrigley Field on September 3, 2013 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Brian Kersey/Getty Images)

Anthony Rizzo thinks the Cubs will win the 2015 World Series

0 comments by TOC Locker on 1/15/2015

Apparently, Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo isn’t aware of what showing a ridiculous amount of confidence can to do an annually tortured fanbase like that of the Cubs. Speaking at a stop on the Cubs caravan on Thursday, Rizzo expressed optimism about the Cubs not only winning the NL Central in 2015, but also winning […]

ATLANTA, GA – SEPTEMBER 1: Cole Hamels #35 of the Philadelphia Phillies relaxes in the dugout during the eighth inning of a four pitcher no-hitter against the Atlanta Braves at Turner Field on September 1, 2014 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Scott Cunningham/Getty Images)

Cardinals, Padres, Rangers, Red Sox all in on Cole Hamels

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The Philadelphia Phillies still haven’t traded ace starter Cole Hamels, but GM Ruben Amaro isn’t too concerned. The trade market for Hamels is still quite strong, and according to CSN Philly’s Jim Salisbury, the Boston Red Sox, San Diego Padres, St. Louis Cardinals, and Texas Rangers are all solid suitors for him. Five weeks before […]

SAN DIEGO, CA – APRIL 5: A general view of fans entering Petco Park before the start of the San Francisco Giants vs. the San Diego Padres MLB Game on April 5, 2011 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Donald Miralle/Getty Images)

The 2016 All-Star Game is heading to San Diego

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Apparently, the best way to earn an All-Star Game for your city and stadium is to…name a plaza after the outgoing commissioner. I’m not sure whether the crowning of the Bud Selig Hall of Fame Plaza is the reason for this or not, but the 2016 All-Star Game will be held at Petco Park in San Diego. This […]

Minor League Baseball is getting a pitch clock

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After a trial in the Arizona Fall League, the pitch clock is heading to AA and AAA games for the 2015 season. In addition, other rules focusing on pace of play will be implemented, including the requirement for hitters to keep one foot in the batter’s box and a time limit on pitching changes. At […]

ATLANTA, GA – AUGUST 13: Pitcher Craig Kimbrel #46 of the Atlanta Braves throws a pitch in the ninth inning of the game against the Atlanta Braves at Turner Field on August 13, 2014 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Mike Zarrilli/Getty Images)

Trading Craig Kimbrel isn’t that easy for the Braves

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Following Wednesday’s trade of Evan Gattis to the Houston Astros, the Atlanta Braves have one real commodity left to trade – closer Craig Kimbrel. Kimbrel is the best closer in baseball (though I guess you could make an argument for Aroldis Chapman or Kenley Jansen), and is signed for $34.75 million over the next three […]

ATLANTA, GA – AUGUST 17: Evan Gattis #24 of the Atlanta Braves knocks in a run with a second inning single against the Oakland Athletics at Turner Field on August 17, 2014 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Scott Cunningham/Getty Images)

Braves keep overhauling, agree to trade Evan Gattis to Astros

0 comments by Joe Lucia on 1/14/2015

The Atlanta Braves have continued their season-long rebuild that they’re refusing to call a rebuild, dealing hitter (with no glove really necessary) Evan Gattis to the Houston Astros for three prospects – Mike Foltynewicz, Rio Ruiz, and Andrew Thurman. The 28-year old Gattis has just two years of major league experience under his belt, but […]

DETROIT – MARCH 31: Miguel Cabrera #24 of the Detroit Tigers sits in the dugout against the Kansas City Royals during their game on Opening Day on March 31, 2008 at Comerica Park in Detroit, Michigan. Royals won 5-4 in 11 innings. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Each team’s best and worst offseason trade of the last 20 years

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During the winter, free agency is what gets most of the attention. And rest assured, we’ll be diving down that rabbit hole sooner rather than later. But teams also made blockbuster trades each winter to help turn their clubs into contenders for the next season and beyond. Just like we did back in July, we’re […]

PHOENIX, AZ – SEPTEMBER 26: New senior VP and general manager Dave Stewart talks with fans during batting practice prior to a game against the St Louis Cardinals at Chase Field on September 26, 2014 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)

Stewart: lack of analytics make Diamondbacks “true baseball team”

0 comments by TOC Locker on 1/13/2015

Just when you think we were entering a new era of Arizona Diamondbacks baseball, with less silly statements from the team’s management, think again. Diamondbacks GM Dave Stewart took a not so subtle shot at advanced analytics when talking to Nick Piecoro of AZCentral about the team’s pursuit of free agent starter James Shields. “I think […]

PHILADELPHIA, PA – SEPTEMBER 28: Starting pitcher Cole Hamels #35 of the Philadelphia Phillies throws a pitch in the second inning of the game against the Atlanta Braves at Citizens Bank Park on September 28, 2014 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Brian Garfinkel/Getty Images)

The Padres are still hungry for Cole Hamels

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It’s been a few days since the San Diego Padres have done anything crazy this winter, so let’s fire up the rumor machine, shall we? The Padres are still in the hunt to acquire Philadelphia Phillies ace Cole Hamels, and according to Jon Heyman of CBS Sports, the Padres could end up as the most […]

KANSAS CITY, MO – OCTOBER 05: James Shields #33 of the Kansas City Royals reacts after a strikeout to end the top of the sixth inning against the Los Angeles Angels during Game Three of the American League Division Series at Kauffman Stadium on October 5, 2014 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

The Arizona Diamondbacks are eyeing James Shields

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New Diamondbacks GM Dave Stewart has done one hell of a job remaking his club this offseason, adding Cuban star Yasmany Tomas and this morning, Cuban pitching phenom Yoan Lopez. But Stewart has his eye on one of the other top prizes left out there this winter – former Royals starter James Shields. Shields and […]

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