What many expected became official Monday afternoon: Don Mattingly has departed the Toronto Blue Jays and joined the Philadelphia Phillies as bench coach under manager Rob Thomson. Mattingly had already indicated in November that he would not be returning to Toronto, though his reasoning was unclear at the time. There was some speculation that he … Read more
Every offseason, teams scour the market for headline-grabbing stars and proven names. At times, however, the real value lies in uncovering an under-the-radar piece capable of giving a club a meaningful lift. Following the end of the Philadelphia Phillies’ 2025 campaign, president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski and the front office have leaned heavily into … Read more
The Chicago Cubs’ long history of left-handed pitching has produced more than just box-score contributors—it has shaped eras, playoff pushes, and quiet turning points that fans often remember more vividly than headlines. Today’s In-5 trivia challenge taps into that legacy, asking readers to identify a Cubs left-hander whose time with the club left subtle but … Read more
Houston Astros Sign Tatsuya Imai to Three-Year Deal After Surprise Turn The Houston Astros have finalized a three-year agreement with Japanese right-hander Tatsuya Imai, a move that unfolded quickly and caught much of the league off guard as details emerged late this week. What initially appeared to be a routine international monitoring process escalated into … Read more
The Philadelphia Phillies appear to be doing everything possible to move Nick Castellanos this winter, yet so far, nothing has materialised. Given that Castellanos is owed $20 million in the final year of his contract next season, the lack of interest is hardly surprising. Even so, the Phillies have reportedly been willing to cover part … Read more
The Philadelphia Phillies took a low-risk step on Friday to strengthen their catching depth, agreeing to a minor league deal with veteran backstop Mark Kolozsvary that includes an invitation to spring training. The 30-year-old has appeared in 11 major league games and brings experience to a position that currently has limited depth behind free-agent catcher … Read more
The Philadelphia Phillies have stayed active this winter. While the reigning NL East champions didn’t land a headline-grabbing signing like Kyle Tucker or Alex Bregman, they have still made several meaningful moves. With the offseason still ongoing, the Phillies can’t afford to stand pat. Roster gaps remain, and failing to address them could result in … Read more
PHILADELPHIA — In a move aimed at bolstering their bullpen depth ahead of the 2026 season, the Philadelphia Phillies announced on Monday that they have signed right-handed reliever Zach Pop to a one-year major league contract. The 29-year-old Canadian, who becomes the 39th player on the team’s 40-man roster, will compete for one of the … Read more
The San Diego Padres secured their most significant offseason move on Thursday by reportedly agreeing to a three-year, $75 million extension with starting pitcher Michael King. While King wasn’t the first prominent starting pitcher to land a deal this winter—the Toronto Blue Jays previously inked Dylan Cease to a seven-year, $210 million pact—the key distinction … Read more
The Philadelphia Phillies moved on from popular left-handed reliever Matt Strahm, sending him to the Kansas City Royals in exchange for right-hander Jonathan Bowlan. While Bowlan offers some intrigue, the departure of Strahm represents a significant loss for the Phillies. Part of what made the trade somewhat palatable for fans was the belief that the … Read more
