The Los Angeles Dodgers have traded right-handed reliever Ryan Brasier to the Chicago Cubs for a player to be named later or cash. The veteran was designated for assignment after Los Angeles signed free agent Kirby Yates. The Cubs announced the deal on their social media feeds. The #Cubs today acquired RHP Ryan Brasier from the Dodgers for a player to be named later or cash … [Read more...] about Dodgers Trade Stalwart Reliever Ryan Brasier to Cubs
Tigers Could Be Closing in on Another Free-Agent Deal
With two weeks until position players report to spring training, the clock is ticking on what could be a game-chaning move for the Detroit Tigers. After their surprising postseason appearance last year, the Tigers are aiming to take the next step in 2025. Even after securing their biggest offseason acquisition on Sunday, when they agreed to terms with right-hander Jack Flaherty … [Read more...] about Tigers Could Be Closing in on Another Free-Agent Deal
Blue Jays Projected to Improve in PECOTA’s 2025 MLB Standings
tThe Toronto Blue Jays finished last in the American League East last year at 74-88. However, the Baseball Prospectus forecast for 2025 is a little more promising. The annual PECOTA’s projections from Baseball Prospects are out, and they see the Blue Jays improving to a winning record. The Blue Jays are projected to finish in third place in the AL East, with an aggregate … [Read more...] about Blue Jays Projected to Improve in PECOTA’s 2025 MLB Standings
Pirates Designate Shortstop Alika Williams for Assignment
The Pittsburgh Pirates announced that shortstop Alika Williams was designated for assignment on Monday. The move was necessitated by the official signing of pitcher Tim Mayza, who agreed to terms on January 27. The Pirates must now try to work out a trade or simply lose Williams on a waiver claim. We have signed LHP Tim Mayza to a one-year contract for the 2025 season. [image … [Read more...] about Pirates Designate Shortstop Alika Williams for Assignment
Where Do the Rockies Rank in PECOTA’s 2025 MLB Predictions?
The Colorado Rockies are coming off two straight 100+ loss seasons. Colorado had never had a 100+ loss season despite many mediocre seasons before 2023. The Rockies have continually struggled in the National League West and are perennial cellar dwellers. PECOTA projects more of the same for the Rockies in 2025. Per PECOTA, the Rockies are projected to have the fewest wins in … [Read more...] about Where Do the Rockies Rank in PECOTA’s 2025 MLB Predictions?