Baseball Connection

The Dodgers have parted ways with Trevor Bauer following a recent meeting between both sides. Bauer is free to pitch for any team in 2023. Who might sign him? Carlos Correa and the Mets aren't close to finalizing a deal and a new team is back in pursuit of his services. The Phillies have had the best offseason so far as they look to capture a World Series title in 2023. All this (and more) on toda...

Rafael Devers and the Red Sox agreed to an extension that will keep the star 3B in Boston for the next decade. It's a 10-year $313.5 million deal that begins after the 2023 season. After letting Betts and Bogaerts leave and facing tremendous backlash from the fanbase, the Red Sox front office finally chose to keep a homegrown star. We do a full breakdown on today's episode.

The Marlins have signed Jean Segura to a two-year $17 million deal. Segura will likely play second base in Miami while franchise star Jazz Chisholm slides over to shortstop. The problem is that neither player is a great defensive shortstop so the Marlins are making a conscious tradeoff on defense. How much production does Evan Longoria still have in his bat? The Red Sox put together a pitching sta...

We saw another great MLB season in 2022. Among many moments: surprise teams emerged, some rookies made an immediate impact, and future Hall of Famers reached key milestones. With the year coming to a close, we look back at the most impressive statistic for each team this past season.

Nathan Eovaldi has agreed to a 2-year, $34 million deal with the Texas Rangers. It's been another busy offseason for the Rangers. Will it translate into wins? Rich Hill is heading to Pittsburgh for his age 43 season. The Braves like to retain core talent and they just did it again by extending newly acquired catcher Sean Murphy. All this (and more) on today's episode).

Carlos Correa's physical with the Mets did not go smoothly. Just like the Giants did a week ago, the Mets found a concern with Correa's physical exam. The issue is related to an injury and surgery Correa suffered as a 19-year old minor leaguer in 2014. What will happen to his deal with the Mets? What is Correa's path to finally settling this saga? All this on today's episode.

Trevor Bauer's suspension has been reduced to 194 games and he's been immediately reinstated Bauer is eligible to pitch on Opening Day 2023. What happened? Who will Bauer pitch for next if the Dodgers release him? The Giants went into the offseason expecting to make major splashes but failed to do so. However, they did just sign some upside players in Taylor Rogers and Michael Conforto. All this (...

Carlos Correa will no longer become a San Francisco Giant. The Giants did not like what they saw in Correa's physical examination, so the deal could not be finalized. Correa jumped back onto the open market and quickly struck a deal with the Mets for 12-years, $315 million (pending physical examination). What exactly is going on?

Dansby Swanson has agreed to a 7-year, $177 million deal with the Chicago Cubs. Swanson will get more money than many expected, in large part due to a strong shortstop class this year. Swanson has reached a new level in recent years and we have reason to believe he'll sustain it. The White Sox signed Andrew Benintendi to a 5-year, $75 million deal. All this (and more) on today's episode.

Carlos Rodon has agreed to a 6-year, $162 million deal with the Yankees. Rodon was the last elite pitcher remaining on the free agent market. The two-time All-Star will be their number 2 arm to start the season and is expected to carry a heavy load. After criticism regarding their lack of spending, the Yankees won the bidding for two elite free agents this offseason. Only one big free agent remain...

Carlos Correa has agreed to a 13-year, $350 million deal with the San Francisco Giants. Correa lands the long-term deal he's been looking for and is bringing his elite offense/defense combination to the Bay Area. Dansby Swanson is the last big free agent shortstop remaining. All this on today's episode.

The Mets rounded out their rotation by signing Japanese righthander Kodai Senga to a 5-year, $75 million deal. Senga's repertoire includes a 101-mph fastball and filthy splitter. Mets owner Steve Cohen is facing a $105 million luxury tax bill, larger than the payroll of 11 teams. Sean Manaea signed a 2-year, $25 million deal with the Giants. All this (and more) on today's episode.

As time goes on, the price of acquiring marquee free agents increases. This is normal and the revenue of MLB teams are also increasing. Some teams, like the Red Sox, have changed strategies in recent years and are suddenly pinching pennies when it comes to payroll. Why is that? Was it a smart move to let their franchise player (Xander Bogaerts) leave? Other teams like the Mets and Phillies are doi...

Several big names are off the market as the offseason news comes flying in. Aaron Judge agreed to a 9-year, $360 million deal with the Yankees. Verlander is headed to the Mets for 2 years, $86.6 million. Trea Turner is the Phillies new shortstop for the price of $300 million over 11 years. What's next on the hot stove? All this (and more) on today's episode.

At long last, Fred McGriff has been elected to the Hall of Fame. It's an overdue selection for The Crime Dog, but McGriff will finally be recognized as one of the best first baseman in baseball history. He received was a unanimous selection by the Contemporary Baseball Era Players Committee. McGriff played 19 seasons with the Blue Jays, Padres, Braves, Rays, Cubs, and Dodgers. He tallied 493 caree...

An All-Star outfielder has requested a trade. How often does this work and which side has the most leverage? Aaron Judge's price keeps climbing higher. How much will it take to sign the MVP? The Orioles were one of baseball's biggest surprises in 2022, as they finished with a winning record. More help is on the way to Baltimore. All this (and more) on today's episode.

The first major domino of the Hot Stove season has fallen. Jacob deGrom has signed with the Texas Rangers. It's a 5-year, $185 million contract with a full no-trade clause. This deal comes in well above projections and sets the market for all elite pitchers. The Rangers continue spending heavily as they seek to end their playoff drought. Were the Mets wise to let deGrom go? All this on today's epi...

The Astros have added one of the best hitters in the game. Houston signed José Abreu to a 3-year, $58.5 million deal. Abreu is entering his age 36 season but remains one of the most feared hitters in baseball. The White Sox signed Mike Clevinger. Miguel Cabrera announced that 2023 will be his final season. All this on today's episode.

Father time catches up to every athlete but some still perform at a high level into their mid-30s and beyond. We take a look at the top "old guy" free agents available this winter.

Bryce Harper underwent Tommy John Surgery. He is expected to return to DH duties around mid-season in 2023 with a possible return to right field by season-end. This opens up playing time for some of the lesser-known Phillies outfielders. The Twins have made multiple offers to Carlos Correa. What will it take to bring him back to Minnesota? The Brewers are looking to extend Willy Adames. All this (...

The Phillies have signed Dave Dombrowski (President of Baseball Operations) to a contract extension that will keep him in Philadelphia through 2027. The Angels acquired Hunter Renfroe to bolster their outfield. Albert Pujols and Justin Verlander each won Comeback Player of the Year. All this (and more) on today's episode.

The Mariners have their eye on Gleyber Torres. The Yankees should entertain such a trade because they have plenty of middle-infield talent coming up through the minors already. The Padres are interested in Jose Abreu to fill their vacancy at 1B. All this (and more) on today's episode.

Cody Bellinger won NL MVP just three years ago. Now he's a free agent after being let go by the Dodgers. Is this the biggest fall from grace we've seen in recent memory? Aaron Judge will have plenty of suitors this winter. It seems like the Dodgers are ready to spend big for Judge. Jacob deGrom is a free agent this winter. Can the Mets keep him? All this (and more) on today's episode.

Justin Verlander and Sandy Alcantara were unanimous Cy Young winners in the AL and NL, respectively. Verlander takes home his third Cy Young and Alcantara wins his first. Sandy is the third Dominican-born pitcher to win the award. After 12 brilliant years in the MLB, Paul Goldschmidt has finally won the NL MVP. Aaron Judge won AL MVP and the timing couldn't be any more perfect. All this (and more)...

Julio Rodriguez is the 2022 American League Rookie of the Year. Michael Harris II is the 2022 National League Rookie of the Year. Who else was in the running and what makes each player so special?