The St. Louis Cardinals are still looking to trade one of their young outfielders. Such a move could help improve their depth immensely.
Milwaukee Brewers make sizeable gamble with Jackson Chourio
It is normal for teams to extend young players early in their major league careers. Rarely, those teams will extend players before they have ever suited up for a major league game. That is what the Milwaukee Brewers are doing with top prospect Jackson Chourio. According to Jon Heyman from the New York Post, the... Continue Reading →
Chicago Cubs reportedly discussing Tyler Glasnow with Tampa Bay Rays
Tyler Glasnow has been a hot name on the trade market since the Tampa Bay Rays signed him to a two year, $30 million extension. As $25 million of that deal would be paid in 2024, Glasnow was expected to spend that season elsewhere. Those trade rumours have become louder this offseason, with the Chicago... Continue Reading →
Cincinnati Reds quietly looking to contend in 2024
The Cincinnati Reds were one of baseball's biggest surprises in 2023. Despite a stripped down roster featuring plenty of young talent, they finished with an 82-80 record, remaining in playoff contention until the final few days of the season. The future certainly seems bright in Cincinnati - it is just a matter of adding the... Continue Reading →
Andre Dawson wants Chicago Cubs hat on Hall of Fame plaque
Although Andre Dawson may be best remembered for his time with the Chicago Cubs, he is in the Hall of Fame as a member of the Montreal Expos. If he gets his way, that will change. According to Paul Sullivan of the Chicago Tribune, Dawson is fighting to have a new plaque depicting him as... Continue Reading →
St. Louis Cardinals finally land rotation upgrade in Sonny Gray
The St. Louis Cardinals had been clear that their rotation was going to be a priority this offseason. Then they added Kyle Gibson and Lance Lynn, two pitchers that are not close to the type of upgrades the Cardinals need. That needed upgrade came on Monday. According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, the Cardinals... Continue Reading →
St. Louis Cardinals rotation upgrades anything but
The St. Louis Cardinals said that they were going to look to upgrade their starting rotation this offseason. Well, at least they have been busy. On Monday, the Cardinals brought Lance Lynn back on a one year deal worth $10 million. Tuesday saw another signing for the rotation as the Cardinals signed Kyle Gibson to... Continue Reading →
Former Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Brandon Woodruff a worthwhile gamble
There had been reports that the Milwaukee Brewers were getting calls regarding Brandon Woodruff. It would make sense - Woodruff would be a free agent after the 2024 season and the Brewers are starting the fire sale. However, Woodruff is also expected to miss most of the upcoming season after undergoing surgery to repair the... Continue Reading →
Chicago Cubs seriously overestimating Christopher Morel’s value
The Chicago Cubs are in need of a first baseman. Pete Alonso is scheduled to be a free agent at the end of the 2024 season. While the Mets have been adamant that they are not trading their first baseman, it is easy to make a connection between the teams. There is a bigger problem... Continue Reading →
Should teams trust Chicago Cubs free agent Cody Bellinger?
There is no denying that Cody Bellinger was able to resurrect his career with the Chicago Cubs. Bellinger had been a disaster over the previous two seasons, posting a combined .193/.256/.355 batting line with 29 homers and 36 doubles in 900 plate appearances. His 66 OPS+ in that time frame was worse than anything Joey... Continue Reading →