Matt Gelb of The Athletic reports that Preston Mattingly, the son of former All-Star first baseman and manager Don Mattingly, has been promoted to general manager of the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday. Sam Fuld, the general manager since December 2020, is studying for his Master of Business Administration degree at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School and will … [Read more...] about Phillies Name New General Manager with Famous Roots
Dodgers Moving All-Star Outfielder Back to Infield in 2025
The Los Angeles Dodgers are moving right fielder Mookie Betts back to the infield next year, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today. Dodgers General Manager Brandon Gomes confirmed the news, per Fabian Ardaya of Athletic. The Dodgers are planning to move Mookie Betts back to the infield, Brandon Gomes said today. — Fabian Ardaya (@FabianArdaya) November 6, … [Read more...] about Dodgers Moving All-Star Outfielder Back to Infield in 2025
Veteran Catcher Looks to Prove Himself Once Again with New Team
Catcher Yasmani Grandal, fresh off a season with the Pittsburgh Pirates, will once again be searching for a new home. In 2024, Grandal struggled both at the plate and behind it. He hit .228/.304/.400, 9 HR, and 27 RBI in 72 games. Defensively, he threw out just 8.3 percent of would-be base stealers and was “worth” -4 Fielding Runs Above Average with zero Defensive Runs … [Read more...] about Veteran Catcher Looks to Prove Himself Once Again with New Team
Ex-Closer Will Test the Waters for an Established Role in 2025
The closer role is a designation hard to come by. New York Yankees and right-handed reliever Clay Holmes worked their way around where Holmes would fit in best. The right-hander’s commitment to the Yankees has come to an end as he enters free agency, and he will seek a home for 2025 and possibly a more concrete designation. Holmes has held the role of the Yankees closer for … [Read more...] about Ex-Closer Will Test the Waters for an Established Role in 2025
Catcher A Target In Cubs’ Offseason Upgrades
The placement of midseason acquisition Christian Bethancourt on waivers makes catcher a target in Cubs’ offseason upgrades. The loss of the defensive-minded backup to Miguel Amaya means Chicago’s front office will likely be shopping for a two-way player in free agency. Catcher A Target In Cubs’ Offseason Upgrades Amaya’s Significant Second Half Improvements The 25-year-old … [Read more...] about Catcher A Target In Cubs’ Offseason Upgrades