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The Philadelphia Phillies are seeking to increase their defensive versatility. According to a report from Matt Gelb of The Athletic, the team is evaluating options in this area. Gelb notes that this is partly due to efforts from the team to reduce the workload for J.T. Realmuto behind the plate. Realmuto has caught at 110 games in eight of his 11 major league seasons. Two of … [Read more...] about Phillies Working to Develop Homegrown Defensive Versatility

After a crushing World Series loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers, the New York Yankees, and certain players especially, face a crucial season. Among those under some scrutiny ahead of this upcoming season is starting shortstop Anthony Volpe. Volpe, 23, is coming off his second major league season that saw improvement in multiple areas. Despite not winning a Gold Glove like he did … [Read more...] about Anthony Volpe Must Step Up Offensively for Yankees This Season

The Giants hope Jung Hoo Lee can bounce back in 2025 after missing the majority of his rookie season due to injury. Giants Anticipate Success from Korean Superstar This Season The Giants blew all contract predictions out of the water when they signed Lee in 2024. He received a six-year, $113 million contract, including an opt-out in 2027. Unfortunately, though, his rookie … [Read more...] about Giants Anticipate Success from Korean Superstar This Season

Jordan Montgomery has become one of the more intriguing trade candidates this spring. Despite a rough 2024 season, he still caught the attention of insiders, including The Athletic’s Jayson Stark, who surveyed 32 executives on the players most likely to be traded. Dylan Cease led the way with 12 votes, followed by Nolan Arenado (9), Luis Robert Jr. (6), and Montgomery (4). The … [Read more...] about Left-Hander and Diamondbacks Headed for a Split – Could It Spark a Trade?

New York Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner told YES Network last month that the team was open to extension talks with manager Aaron Boone. With Boone’s contract set to expire at the end of the season, discussions about his future are already underway. During spring training on Friday, Yankees general manager Brian Cashman addressed reporters and acknowledged that Boone’s extension … [Read more...] about Report: Yankees, Aaron Boone in Extension Talks Ahead of Season