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 […]
MLB finalizing Grapefruit League schedule
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 […]
Red Sox acquire Adam Ottavino from New York
The Boston Red Sox acquired pitcher Adam Ottavino, prospect Frank German and cash considerations from the New York Yankees. The Yankess will receive a player to be named later or cash considerations […]
MLB to hold first ever pre-draft combine
The MLB will hold its first ever pre-draft combine from June 20 – 28 in Cary, North Carolina. The combine will take place at the USA Baseball National Training Complex. Top eligible […]