The Chicago Cubs’ distinct bullpen needs for 2025 are pretty clear. Their pen performed well throughout most of the 2024 campaign but lacked late-inning depth. Especially vulnerable is the closer position which didn’t see any real solution until late in the season. With a stable of young and veteran arms providing solid middle-inning support, the remaining goal is clear for the … [Read more...] about The Cubs’ Distinct Bullpen Needs for 2025
Slugger Once Had a 35-Home Run Season, But is Now on a Job Search
That describes the situation of Rowdy Tellez, on a job search after spending 2024 with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Well, that’s 2024 minus six days. Tellez was designated for assignment with six games remaining in the season, when he was four plate appearances short of a $200,000 bonus, a development as shocking for its frugality as it was for the lack of awareness of its bad … [Read more...] about Slugger Once Had a 35-Home Run Season, But is Now on a Job Search
Closer Expected To Be Highly Coveted Free Agent
Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Carlos Estévez is going to be a highly coveted free agent. The Phillies acquired Estévez from the Los Angeles Angels at the trade deadline. Now, he is one of the top free agents in the bullpen market. Jeff Hoffman is also a free agent, making the bullpen a top need for the Phillies this offseason. Spotrac projects that Estévez will receive a … [Read more...] about Closer Expected To Be Highly Coveted Free Agent
Home Run Derby and World Series Champion Looking for a Home
Los Angeles Dodgers right fielder Teoscar Hernández is now a free agent. Hernández will no doubt look to capitalize on his breakout season in 2024. The right-handed hitter and the Dodgers have a mutual interest in the outfielder returning to the current World Champions. The Dodgers did extend a qualifying offer to Hernández but have yet to hear from the reigning Home Run Derby … [Read more...] about Home Run Derby and World Series Champion Looking for a Home
Mariners Backstop Becomes 3rd Catcher Ever to Win Platinum Glove
Cal Raleigh of the Seattle Mariners became the third catcher since 2011 to win the Rawlings Platinum Glove Award. He is the first Mariner to do so. The announcement came on Friday night and follows Raleigh’s American League Gold Glove Award at catcher. Cal Raleigh is going PLATINUM Big Dumper just took home the @RawlingsSports Platinum Glove Award – honoring the best … [Read more...] about Mariners Backstop Becomes 3rd Catcher Ever to Win Platinum Glove