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Jake Odorizzi found a new home Saturday, agreeing to two-year deal with a player option with the Houston Astros. This agreement comes days after Framber Valdez fractured a finger, sidelining him indefinitely. Odorizzi was one of the more dependable starting pitchers on the free-agent market, and he adds to the Astros’ starting pitching depth in […] READ MORE
It is quite shocking that Jake Odorizzi is still out on the market. He came into this past offseason as one of the best free agent starters. While not quite as talented as Trevor Bauer or James Paxton, Odorizzi would bring great stability to any team he signs with. He brings more certainty than many […] READ MORE
The Houston Astros flexed their organizational depth in 2020 by using 13 rookie pitchers, the majority pitching out of the bullpen. The bullpen had its inconsistencies that you would expect from a group so young, but it exceeded expectations considering the fact that it lost veterans, Joe Smith and Roberto Osuna. The bullpen figures to […] READ MORE
The San Diego Padres have pulled off a huge contract extension. They have reportedly signed infielder Fernando Tatis Jr. to a long-term deal. The contract is reportedly for 14 years with a total value of $340 million. Robert Murray of FanSided Sports broke the news Wednesday evening. BREAKING: Fernando Tatis Jr. and the San Diego […] READ MORE
Ben Gamel Joins the Indians on a Minor League Deal The Cleveland Indians agreed to a minor league deal with free agent outfielder Ben Gamel on Thursday. Jon Heyman of MLB Network had the news first on Twitter. Ben Gamel has deal with Indians — Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) February 11, 2021 Gamel received a non-roster […] READ MORE
The shortened 2020 season saw the Houston Astros struggle at times with starting pitching depth. Of course it didn’t help that the reigning Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander closed his season early with a forearm injury. Verlander underwent Tommy John surgery at the end of the 2020 season and is expected to miss the […] READ MORE
After experiencing free agency for the first time in his lengthy career, Yadier Molina reportedly agreed to re-sign with the St. Louis Cardinals Monday night. Jon Heyman reported on Twitter that the deal is for one year, paying $9 million. Molina has spent nearly the past two decades playing for the Cardinals, where he was […] READ MORE
Starting pitcher Trevor Bauer, the most sought-after arm on the market, agreed to terms Friday with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The news was first broke on Twitter by Jon Heyman and later confirmed when Bauer tweeted an announcement video from his YouTube channel. The contract pays Bauer $102 million over three seasons. He will receive […] READ MORE
Relievers are coming off the market now, as Alex Colome reportedly signed with the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday. The deal is over one year with an option. It will pay him $5 million in 2021 and, and he is guaranteed $6.25 million. Also, move comes the day after they reportedly re-signed Nelson Cruz to a […] READ MORE
One of the best defensive players in baseball has come off the free agent market. Second baseman Kolten Wong has signed a two-year deal with the Milwaukee Brewers. Wong signs a deal worth $18 million. It includes a club option for 2023 as well. The 2x Gold Glover will be an impactful addition to the […] READ MORE