The Chicago Cubs have announced they will not pick up left-handed pitcher Drew Smyly’s player option for the 2025 season. Smyly, who signed a two-year contract with the Cubs prior to the 2023 season, was expected to be a steady part of the rotation and bullpen. However, with the team opting to decline his option, it’s clear they may be looking to pivot in their approach to the … [Read more...] about Cubs Decline Left-Hander’s Player Option
Diamondbacks Two-Time World Series Champ Opts For Free Agency
According to Jeff Passan, Joc Pederson has declined a mutual option. He is now available on the free agent market. The free agent frenzy continues this offseason, and Pederson joined in. He will be a pretty penny that teams should keep an eye on this offseason. This season for the Diamondbacks, Pederson sported a .275 batting average, 23 home runs, and a .908 OPS with 101 hits. … [Read more...] about Diamondbacks Two-Time World Series Champ Opts For Free Agency
White Sox Decline Club Option For Longtime Third Baseman
The Chicago White Sox are parting ways with third baseman Yoán Moncada after eight seasons of service. On Thursday, Chicago announced that they would not be exercising their $25 million club option on Yoán Moncada for 2025. The veteran infielder will instead receive a $5 million buyout and become a free agent. White Sox Decline Club Option For Longtime Third Baseman The former … [Read more...] about White Sox Decline Club Option For Longtime Third Baseman
Twins Outfielder Alex Kirilloff Retires
Minnesota Twins outfielder Alex Kirilloff announced a surprise retirement from Major League Baseball on Thursday morning, citing the physical toll of injuries. This comes after his 2024 campaign, which lasted only 57 games, when he injured his lower back on June 11. In a post to his social media accounts, Kirilloff mentions not only the physical toll of injuries but also the … [Read more...] about Twins Outfielder Alex Kirilloff Retires
Injured Red Sox Pitcher Exercises Player Option
Boston Red Sox right-hander Lucas Giolito has exercised his $19 million player option for the 2025 season. Giolito was Boston’s most significant free-agent pitching signing last offseason, inking a two-year, $38.5 million guaranteed deal with a player opt-out after the first season. But the 30-year-old right-hander suffered a UCL injury in his second Spring Training game with … [Read more...] about Injured Red Sox Pitcher Exercises Player Option