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Which prospects did Red Sox acquire from Pirates in Johan Oviedo trade?

In addition to right-hander Johan Oviedo, the Red Sox acquired pitching prospect Tyler Samaniego and catching prospect Adonys Guzman as part of their five-player trade with the Pirates on Thursday night. Samaniego, who turns 27 next month, was originally selected by the Pirates in the 15th round (433rd overall) of the 2021 draft out of … Continue reading "Which prospects did Red Sox acquire from Pirates in Johan Oviedo trade?"

From Blogging the Red Sox | 3 days ago | 0 reads

On This Day (5th Dec 1970): Baker Bags Brace As Todd & Porterfield Shine

Rangers arrived at Roker Park following a chastening 4-1 defeat at home to bottom-of-the-table Charlton the previous Saturday. It was a surprise result and I thought it could easily work against us as they looked to bounce back. I was both disappointed but secretly pleased to learn that the young and hugely talented Rodney Marsh […]

From Roker Report | 3 days ago | 0 reads

Today in White Sox History: December 5

1974 It was a minor trade, but one the White Sox undoubtedly won, sending shortstop Eddie Leon to the Yankees for reliever Cecil Upshaw. Upshaw pitched on the South Side for just one season, but he filled a solid late role for the club, finishing 15 of his 29 games, with a save, carrying a […]

From South Side Sox | 3 days ago | 0 reads

Yankees news: The Winter Meetings are Coming

MLB.com | Mark Feinsand: With baseball’s annual Winter Meetings coming up early next week, both national and beat reporters have spent this week breaking down rumors and laying out their predictions for what looks to be an intense couple of days in Orlando. This week, MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand took to Reddit for an AMA, then […]

From Pinstripe Alley | 3 days ago | 0 reads

Which prospects did Red Sox trade to Pirates for Johan Oviedo?

To acquire right-hander Johan Oviedo (and two others) from the Pirates on Thursday night, the Red Sox traded outfield prospect Jhostynxon Garcia and pitching prospect Jesus Travieso to Pittsburgh. Garcia, who turns 23 next week, was ranked by Baseball America as Boston’s No. 6 prospect. Otherwise known as “The Password,” the native Venezuelan originally signed … Continue reading "Which prospects did Red Sox trade to Pirates for Johan Oviedo?"

From Blogging the Red Sox | 3 days ago | 0 reads

Rams vs. Cardinals Best Bets, Picks and Prediction – Dec. 7

The Los Angeles Rams (9-3) visit a struggling Arizona Cardinals (3-9) squad on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at State Farm Stadium (and best bets are available). The Cardinals have lost four straight games. Sign up for Fubo to watch the NFL, live sports and entertainment without cable! Best Over/Under Bet O/U Pick: Under (48.5) Rams games have finished over 48.5 points scored five times (out of 12) this season. Six of the Cardinals’ 12 games this season have gone over 48.5 total points ...

From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 3 days ago | 0 reads

Astros Acquire Minor League Pitcher Nico Zeglin

The Houston Astros announced that they have acquired minor league pitcher Nico Zeglin from the Chicago Cubs in exchange for $250K international bonus pool money. Zeglin, 25, last pitched in 2024. He went 7-0 with a 0.95 ERA in 25 appearances combined for the Cubs Single-A and High-A affiliates, striking out 90 batters and only […]

From The Crawfish Boxes | 3 days ago | 0 reads

MLB Winter Meetings preview

Major League Baseball is on the cusp of the 2025 Winter Meetings with front office personnel, scouts, media, vendors and those seeking jobs gathering for the meeting. This year the meetings take place in Orlando, Fla. beginning Dec. 7 and closing on Dec. 10. There are multiple highlights that take place as well as the […]

From Gaslamp Ball | 3 days ago | 0 reads

Chicago Cubs Trade Pitching Prospect Nico Zeglin to the Astros

Here’s an interesting minor deal for the Chicago Cubs. They’ve sent right-handed pitching prospect Nico Zeglin to the Houston Astros … for International Free Agency Bonus Pool Space. Francys Romero reports that it’s a $250,000 chunk of pool space. You may recall that, in the IFA system, teams are hard-capped on how much they can spend. The only way to increase your bonus pool is by making a trade like this. With the current period set to close on December 15, the implication of this trade...

From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 3 days ago | 0 reads

Pirates and Red Sox Getting Together on Five-Player Trade

The Winter Meetings don’t start until Monday, but things have definitely been heating up this week. The latest installment is a five-player trade between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Boston Red Sox: Two others moving in the Oviedo-for-Password deal, per sources: left-hander Tyler Samaniego and catcher Adonys Guzman are going to the Red Sox. The Pirates will get one player in addition to Jhostynxon Garcia. — Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) December 5, 2025 Johan Oviedo, 27, was...

From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 3 days ago | 0 reads

Offseason open thread: December 4

I hope everybody’s been having a lovely day. If you haven’t checked out our prompt asking y’all about which position of need you think the Braves should prioritize upgrading during the Winter Meetings, be sure to drop in and let us know what you think! The floor is now yours and here’s your random clip:

From Talking Chop | 3 days ago | 0 reads

Player review: Christian Koss

2025 stats: 76 G, 191 PA, .264/.309/.368, 94 OPS+ (91 wRC+), 1.9 bWAR… 0.00 ERA I’ve always thought it’d be fun to compile an encyclopedia of all the San Francisco Giants utility infielders in the 21st century. A completely frivolous tome of all the what was his name again players that scratch together 150 to […]

From McCovey Chronicles | 3 days ago | 0 reads

2025 Atlanta Braves Player Reviews

To say that 2025 was a disappointment for the Atlanta Braves would be an understatement. A team that had World Series aspirations going into the season ended up having a calamitous start that ended up being an omen for things to come, as the Braves ended up missing the Postseason entirely for the first time […]

From Talking Chop | 3 days ago | 3 reads

Arizona Diamondbacks in talks with Pete Fairbanks

According to Nick Piecoro, the Diamondbacks have been in discussions with free-agent relief pitcher Pete Fairbanks. GM Mike Hazen has made no secret of this desire to improve the D-backs bullpen, an area which has been one in desperate need of improvement for years. Last month, I looked at the situation, and found that this […]

From AZ Snake Pit | 3 days ago | 0 reads

Mets interested in Joe Ryan, Twins like Jonah Tong

The Mets are interested in Twins ace Joe Ryan, per a report by Jon Heyman, who adds that the Twins like Mets pitching prospect Jonah Tong. Ryan had a 3.42 ERA, the best single season mark of his career, with a 3.74 FIP in 171.0 innings for the Twins this year. The 29-year-old righty has […]

From Amazin' Avenue | 3 days ago | 0 reads

Padres offseason begins slowly

Going into the official start of the Hot Stove season, the Padres still have some outstanding work to be done regarding housekeeping. President of baseball operations/general manager A.J. Preller is still a lame duck general manager and there has still not been a third base coach hired/announced.  The lack of any decision regarding Preller is […]

From Gaslamp Ball | 3 days ago | 0 reads

News & Rumors: The Crawfish Boil 12/4/2025

Just like a real crawfish boil – everything is in here. Here’s the latest on the Astros and from around the league in today’s off-season Crawfish Boil: “Alimber Santa, RHP (No. 13)After jumping on prospect radars after he dialed his fastball up to 100 mph in August 2022, Santa has settled into the mid 90s […]

From The Crawfish Boxes | 3 days ago | 0 reads

‘Ronaldinho or Ronaldo would not accept living like him’ – Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski hailed as ‘a true professional’

Robert Lewandowski has been hailed as a “complete professional” by Poland boss Jan Urban who has revealed just how impressed he’s been by the Barcelona striker. The Poland ace turned 37 in August but continues to ply his trade at the very top of the game. Urban says that Lewandowski’s professionalism is impressive and is […]

From Barca Blaugranes | 3 days ago | 0 reads