World Series-winning pitcher Jack Flaherty is back on the free agent market this winter, but this time he may be looking for a more lucrative, long-term deal. The right-hander began the 2024 season with the Detroit Tigers. He quickly became a top target as the trade deadline approached because of his durability and potential to be clutch in high-leverage games. The New York … [Read more...] about World Series-Winning Starter Has Choice of Suitors
Yusei Kikuchi Agrees to 3-Year, $63M Deal with Angels
Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports that left-hander Yusei Kikuchi is in agreement with the Los Angeles Angels on a three-year, $63 million contract. Kikuchi, 33, had a great second half to his season last year after being trade from the Toronto Blue Jays to the Houston Astros, compiling a 2.70 ERA in 10 starts. Overall, Kikuchi posted a 4.05 ERA in 2024, making 32 starts … [Read more...] about Yusei Kikuchi Agrees to 3-Year, $63M Deal with Angels
Former All-Star, Oft-Injured Pitcher Hitting Free Agency
2019 All-Star John Means is hitting the open market, looking for a home to rehab. He looks to pitch again at some point but may not in 2025. Former All-Star, Oft-Injured Pitcher Hitting Free Agency John Means, 31, made his MLB debut in 2018 and quickly became a star. Despite pitching for a terrible Orioles team, who finished 54-108 in 2019, Means collected 12 wins that season … [Read more...] about Former All-Star, Oft-Injured Pitcher Hitting Free Agency
Dodgers Secure Pitching Depth with Pre-Arbitration Deals
The Los Angeles Dodgers and Dustin May have agreed to $2.135 million to avoid arbitration, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. This settlement could pay big dividends for the current World Champions in 2025. The Dodgers and Dustin May settled at $2.135 million to avoid arbitration, sources tell The Athletic. — Fabian Ardaya (@FabianArdaya) November 22, 2024 Dodgers, … [Read more...] about Dodgers Secure Pitching Depth with Pre-Arbitration Deals
Familiar Face is Hired as Dodgers First Base Coach
The Los Angeles Dodgers have hired Chris Woodward as their new first base coach, reports Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. Woodward will be replacing Clayton McCullough who was hired by the Miami Marlins to be their new manager. Dodgers have named Chris Woodward as their new first-base coach, replacing Clayton McCullough after he went to manage the Marlins. — Fabian Ardaya … [Read more...] about Familiar Face is Hired as Dodgers First Base Coach