The MLB and MLBPA have announced Friday that 13 of 4,336 total samples taken for COVID-19 cases have tested positive. Nine players and four staff members were those that tested positive for […]
MLB announces 13 positive COVID tests
MLB makes 2021 season protocols
The MLB and it’s Player’s Association have agreed to COVID-19 health and safety protocol rules for the upcoming 2021 season. Both sides have agreed have agreed on terms for both spring training […]
MLB finalizing Grapefruit League schedule
According to Ken Rosenthal of the Athletic, the MLB is finalizing a revised schedule for the Grapefruit League. Teams will be placed on “pods” on the east and west coasts of Florida […]
Astros sign Carlos Correa to $11.7M to avoid arbitration
The Houston Astros and shortstop Carlos Correa have agreed to a one-year, $11.7 million contract to avoid arbitration. Correa originally requested $12.5 million while the Astros offered him $9.75 million last month. […]
Braves sign Marcell Ozuna to 4-year, $65M deal
The Atlanta Braves have signed 30-year-old outfielder Marcell Ozuna to a four-year, $65 million contract. The contract includes a $15 million option for a fifth season. Ozuna has a very good outing […]
Padres promote A.J. Preller to president of baseball operations
The San Diego Padres have promoted A.J. Preller to president of baseball operations/general manager. The organization has also signed him to an extension through 2026. Financial details of the arrangement have not […]
MLBPA expected to reject 154 game proposal
CREDIT: Rotoworld Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports that the MLBPA is expected to reject the proposal MLB extended at their meeting last Friday. MLB proposed a 154-game schedule, with spring training starting on March […]
Phillies sign J.T. Realmuto to $115.5M deal
The Philadelphia Phillies signed catcher J.T. Realmuto to a five-year, $115.5 million contract. Realmuto will reportedly have a $20 million salary in 2021 (with $10 million deferred), and a $23.875 million salary […]