Miguel Castro, the versatile veteran relief pitcher, has found a new home after signing a minor league deal with the Houston Astros, according to MLB insider Ari Alexander. The deal, which includes an invite to spring training, would give Castro $1.5 million along with performance incentives. The 29-year-old right-hander has shown promising skill and the capacity to perform … [Read more...] about Versatile Reliever Miguel Castro Signs Minor League Deal with Astros
Lenny Randle, Infielder Who Assaulted His Manager, Has Passed Away
Lenny Randle, best known for fracturing his manager’s cheekbone and attempting to blow a ball foul, has passed away. He was 75 years old. Really sad to hear of the passing of Lenny Randle. Guy was such a great character and a solid player. He absolutely loved baseball and stayed active his entire life. Plus he starred in this fantastic Mariners jacket commercial. RIP Lenny … [Read more...] about Lenny Randle, Infielder Who Assaulted His Manager, Has Passed Away
Triston Casas is a Strong Bounce Back Candidate Next Season
Boston Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas had a shortened 2024 season due to injury, appearing in only 63 games. But he showcased an intriguing power and patience skill set in 2023 slashing .263/.367/.490 (130 wRC+) across 502 plate appearances. The 24-year-old lefty has a polished approach and is in line to accumulate plenty of RBI in the heart of the Boston lineup. With a … [Read more...] about Triston Casas is a Strong Bounce Back Candidate Next Season
The Best Padres Rookie Seasons of All Time
The San Diego Padres have a rich history of standout rookie performances, giving fans a glimpse of greatness from future stars. Whether it’s dazzling defensive plays or clutch offensive production, these rookies left their mark on the Friar Faithful and helped shape the franchise’s legacy. The Most Memorable Padres Rookie Seasons Ozzie Smith (1978) Stats: .258/.311/.312, 1 HR, … [Read more...] about The Best Padres Rookie Seasons of All Time
Twins Hoping to Continue Recent History of Successful Trades
This past month, there have been rumors about the Minnesota Twins listening to trades for two of their best players. While possibly losing star players may be a hard pill to swallow for Twins fans, the franchise has had monumental success when it comes to moving ball players. Since the early 2000s, the Twins have had an ability to flip talent into a multitude of players. While … [Read more...] about Twins Hoping to Continue Recent History of Successful Trades