An 11-year-old baseball card collector from Los Angeles has chosen to auction a rare card featuring National League Rookie of the Year Paul Skenes rather than accept a trade offer from the Pittsburgh Pirates. The card, which includes Skenes’ autograph and a patch from a game-worn jersey, will go up for auction despite the Pirates’ … Read more
The Baltimore Orioles’ offseason has been a mixed experience so far, as they’ve addressed some needs but also faced significant losses. To bolster their lineup with more right-handed power, they signed outfielder Tyler O’Neill and catcher Gary Sánchez. O’Neill is set to replace Anthony Santander, who recently inked a lucrative deal with the Toronto Blue … Read more
The Baltimore Orioles have been busy this offseason, but there are still concerns for the team. The 2024 season was another solid year for the Orioles, as they secured over 90 wins for the second consecutive season, making it to the playoffs again. However, despite their regular-season success, they failed to win a postseason game … Read more
Matthew Stafford is approaching his 37th birthday and, after leading the Rams into the playoffs this season, he played well enough to secure a wild-card win against the Vikings, throwing for 209 yards and two touchdowns. He then followed up with a 324-yard, two-touchdown performance in snowy Philadelphia against the Eagles, falling just short of … Read more
The Atlanta Braves have finally addressed one of their key offseason needs with the signing of All-Star outfielder on Thursday, giving fans a sense of relief. With Profar on board, there’s no longer the concern of Bryan De La Cruz and Jarred Kelenic both starting in the outfield, and when Ronald Acuña Jr. returns to … Read more
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) – Sometimes, a small adjustment makes all the difference. Outfielder Jurickson Profar, the Braves’ latest acquisition, credits a swing modification for his standout 2024 season. He posted a .280/.380/.459 line with 24 home runs and 85 RBIs, earning his first All-Star selection and Silver Slugger award. Profar made the change … Read more
The Toronto Blue Jays have finalized a five-year contract with outfielder, worth $92.5 million. The agreement, announced late Monday, includes an opt-out option for Santander and a provision that could extend the deal to six years and $110 million. Santander, who hit 44 home runs last season with the Orioles, adds the offensive power the … Read more
On August 14, 2022, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, the Toronto Blue Jays logo was displayed during batting practice ahead of their game against the Cleveland Guardians at Rogers Centre. (Credit: Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports) The Toronto Blue Jays made a splash this week by emulating the Los Angeles Dodgers in signing Anthony Santander—not just by … Read more
The Philadelphia Phillies have already seen one of their key relievers depart this offseason, with Jeff Hoffman signing a three-year deal with the Toronto Blue Jays. Now, another prominent bullpen arm, Carlos Estevez, appears to be on the verge of leaving as well. Acquired from the Los Angeles Angels ahead of last July’s trade deadline, … Read more
DALLAS — On Sunday evening, as many in baseball were arriving in Texas, two words began circulating throughout the industry: Soto. Mets. Details quickly emerged, revealing a long-anticipated pairing between one of baseball’s premier hitters and one of its most ambitious teams. The Mets agreed to a historic 15-year, $765 million deal with Juan Soto, … Read more
