The Tampa Bay Rays are reportedly finalizing a multiyear contract extension with right-hander Drew Rasmussen, reports Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. Rasmussen’s agency, Beverly Hills Sports Council confirmed that it’s a two-year, $8.5 million contract with an option for a third year that can take the deal to $28 million. The deal includes a $500,000 signing bonus, a $2 … [Read more...] about Rays Finalize Multiyear Extension for Prominent Starter
Yankees Consider Adding a Dynamic Infielder
The New York Yankees are on the hunt for a new infielder after missing out on Gavin Lux and reportedly passing on Luis Arráez. According to USA Today’s Bob Nightingale, one potential option is Brendan Rodgers, a 28-year-old second baseman formerly with the Colorado Rockies. Rodgers became a free agent in November after the Rockies decided not to tender him a contract. Brendan … [Read more...] about Yankees Consider Adding a Dynamic Infielder
Red Sox Eye Braves Left-Handed Reliever for Bullpen Support
The Boston Red Sox rumors linger as they need bullpen assistance and are linked to Atlanta Braves left-handed reliever A.J. Minter. This is according to Chris Cotillo, who claimed that the Red Sox have had numerous conversations with the 31-year-old veteran. Minter has been loyal to the Braves as he has spent his whole career with them across eight seasons since 2017. This … [Read more...] about Red Sox Eye Braves Left-Handed Reliever for Bullpen Support
Justin Verlander Signs One-Year Deal With SF Giants
The San Francisco Giants have signed prolific award-winning pitcher Justin Verlander to a one-year deal pending a physical, ESPN’s Jeff Passan. The 41-year-old has quite the baseball career as a three-time Cy Young Award winner, MVP, Rookie of the Year, nine-time All-Star, two-time ERA champ, Triple Crown winner, two-time World-Series champ, and ALCS MVP. Verlander will be … [Read more...] about Justin Verlander Signs One-Year Deal With SF Giants
Inside the Metrics of the Rays’ Emerging Third Baseman
Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero is one of MLB’s most prolific power-hitting prospects. The 21-year-old made his 2024 debut in August and produced at above league average level, slashing .248/.299/.424 (105 wRC+) across 177 plate appearances. Across that short time, he showcased some of the monster power upside that we knew he had and some plate discipline concerns … [Read more...] about Inside the Metrics of the Rays’ Emerging Third Baseman