Thursday’s signing of free agent Tommy Pham by the Pittsburgh Pirates didn’t send shock waves through the baseball world. Nor was it the move an increasingly impatient fan base was looking for. Pirates-related social media was filled with the usual cries of “Dumpster dive!” and “He’s trash!” The reported one-year, $4 million deal has yet to be formally announced by the Pirates. … [Read more...] about What Tommy Pham Can Bring (and Not Bring) to the Pirates
One Cubs Player Could Make a Huge Impact This Year
The Chicago Cubs have had a busy offseason, strengthening their pitching staff by signing left-hander Matthew Boyd and trading for relievers Ryan Pressly from the Houston Astros and Ryan Brasier from the Los Angeles Dodgers. They also made a splash by acquiring outfielder Kyle Tucker in a separate trade with the Astros in December. While those additions bolster the roster, … [Read more...] about One Cubs Player Could Make a Huge Impact This Year
John Seidler Takes On Role as Padres New Control Person
According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, MLB owners have unanimously approved John Seidler as the San Diego Padres’ new control person. John is the brother of former Padres owner Peter Seidler, who passed away at age 63 on November 14th, 2023. John, 65, is a successful business executive and entrepreneur who has been a part of the Padres ownership since 2012. He was also … [Read more...] about John Seidler Takes On Role as Padres New Control Person
Pirates vs. Dodgers Game Spawns First Black Manager in MLB History
On September 21, 1963, Pittsburgh Pirates coach Gene Baker became the first black manager in major league baseball history. Otherwise, it was an ordinary night game between the Pirates and the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. The eventual World Series champion Dodgers entered that day in first place, five games ahead of the second-place St. Louis Cardinals in the National … [Read more...] about Pirates vs. Dodgers Game Spawns First Black Manager in MLB History
Rays Facing Tough Roster Decisions with Their Infield in 2025
The Tampa Bay Rays enter the 2025 season facing a good problem—too much infield depth. While depth is usually a strength, it can also create challenges, especially when top prospects are blocked from reaching the majors. With established veterans like Yandy Díaz and Brandon Lowe holding key positions, and rising stars such as Carson Williams and Xavier Isaac knocking on the … [Read more...] about Rays Facing Tough Roster Decisions with Their Infield in 2025