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Orioles could get a big boost in Kyle Schwarber

It’s no secret that the 2025 Orioles offense underperformed. For all the talent on the roster, which helped the team win 192 games from 2023-24, things did not gel. None of us knows exactly why both the vibes and the performance were lackluster, but I know one thing that would help: Kyle Schwarber. Look, I’m […]

From Camden Chat | 3 days ago | 0 reads

In The Lab: Astros Catching BPO

We saw in our previous piece that the Astros stood in 19th in MLB with a .651 team BPO. For those that haven’t read the first piece, we noted that bases per out is a more comprehensive way of looking at offense and pitching because it includes a base running element. Naturally, most catchers do […]

From The Crawfish Boxes | 3 days ago | 0 reads

Dodgers notes: Miguel Rojas, Teoscar Hernández, Fernando Valenzuela

One of the biggest missions for the Dodgers offseason agenda included bringing back integral pieces within the clubhouse. For one final season, no. 72 is back in Dodger blue with one specific goal in mind. Miguel Rojas re-signed with the Dodgers on Wednesday to a one-year, $5.5 million deal, and the plan is to have […]

From True Blue LA | 3 days ago | 0 reads

Friday BP: Ron Washington reportedly joining Giants coaching staff

Good morning, baseball fans! Yesterday, San Francisco Giants General Manager Zack Minasian made an appearance on KNBR in which he confirmed Bob Nightengale’s social media post stating that the team was finalizing a deal with Ron Washington to join their coaching staff, most likely as an infield coach. Washington, of course, has had an extensive […]

From McCovey Chronicles | 3 days ago | 0 reads

The 2016 Twins mostly stand pat—but add a bat—after promising push

During the 2015 season, the Minnesota Twins underwent a youth movement. Exciting prospects such as Miguel Sano, Byron Buxton, & Eddie Rosario all received big league call-ups and—combined with a now-established Brian Dozier superstardom—helped the ’15 squad compete for the postseason right down to the wire. With the next wave of success seemingly positioned to […]

From Twinkie Town | 3 days ago | 0 reads

Kansas City Royals news: Rumors swirl ahead of Winter Meetings

The other writers at Royals Review already stole wrote about the “big” stories from yesterday. Jacob wrote about Royals Rally. Tickets went on sale yesterday. Connor wrote about an upcoming stadium deadline. Nothing new at The Star today. Nor at MLB.com. There’s a decent bit of chatter ahead of the winter meetings that start, let’s […]

From Royals Review | 3 days ago | 0 reads

Yankees Potential Free Agent Target: Ha-Seong Kim

Last year, the Yankees were theoretically in the market for some sort of infielder. It became pretty clear early on that they were likely going to let Gleyber Torres go. That would open second base for them to move Jazz Chisholm Jr. back to his more natural position, while freeing up third base. In the […]

From Pinstripe Alley | 3 days ago | 0 reads

Recounting Don Mattingly’s Hall of Fame saga

On Sunday night, the National Baseball Hall of Fame will announce the results of its Contemporary Era ballot. It is a star-studded list of names, featuring Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, Carlos Delgado, Dale Murphy, Gary Sheffield, Fernando Valenzuela, and Yankees icon Don Mattingly. Whether they are former All-Stars and MVPs who hit the original ballot […]

From Pinstripe Alley | 3 days ago | 0 reads

St. Louis Cardinals 2026 Roster Construction

Last week, I published a breakdown (here) of what could be enough “starZ” to make up a competitive roster. This week you’ll read my musing about how the Cardinal FO could apply such a model to their current roster and look to build a roster that can be competitive. There are multiple ways to get […]

From Viva El Birdos | 3 days ago | 0 reads

This Day in Braves History: Braves acquire Chris Chambliss

Braves History 1957 – The Cubs send veteran Bob Rush and two players to the Braves for C Sammy Taylor and P Taylor Phillips. 1978 – After sixteen years with the Cincinnati Reds, Pete Rose signs a four-year, $3.2 million deal with the Phillies. Other teams which pursued “Charlie Hustle” include the Mets, Braves, Pirates […]

From Talking Chop | 3 days ago | 0 reads

Who could be dealt at the Winter Meetings?

While the Brewers have a young and talented roster, improvements can always be made. GM Matt Arnold has shown that he’s unafraid to make a move during the Winter Meetings if the right offer presents itself. Maybe Arnold will want to bring in some competition, or a platoon player, for shortstop Joey Ortiz going into […]

From Brew Crew Ball | 3 days ago | 0 reads

An optimistic forecast as Rockies enter Winter Meetings

For the first time in years, there is actually a reason for Rockies fans to look forward to the Winter Meetings.  With a new president of baseball operations and a new general manager, both of whom are from outside the organization, there is real hope for change. After years of a stagnant, insular, and innovation-lacking, […]

From Purple Row | 3 days ago | 0 reads

Chicago Cubs history unpacked, December 5 — Santo, Palmeiro, Floyd

On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past. Here’s a handy Cubs timeline, to help you follow the various narrative paths. “Maybe I called it wrong, but it’s official.” — Tom Connolly, HoF Umpire. Happy birthday to Cliff Floyd* and other former Cubs. Today in baseball history: Cubs Birthdays: […]

From Bleed Cubbie Blue | 3 days ago | 0 reads

Friday Bird Droppings: The winter meetings are approaching

Good morning, Camden Chatters. Yesterday was a relatively quiet day on the hot stove — other than the Red Sox acquiring Johan Oviedo, a 27-year-old starting pitcher, from the Pirates — but the action should heat up soon. Monday marks the start of MLB’s winter meetings in Orlando, where executives, players, and agents converge for […]

From Camden Chat | 3 days ago | 0 reads

Defensive keys for the Cardinals to beat the Rams

The Arizona Cardinals are already out of the playoff picture, being eliminated from contention last weekend after the 20-17 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. RELATED: CARDINALS OPEN AS BIG HOME UNDERDOGS WITH RAMS And now, they face one of the NFC’s best clubs at home against the Los Angeles Rams. The fact that the […]

From Revenge of the Birds | 3 days ago | 0 reads