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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 […]
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, […]
Not the homecoming we were hoping for.
Well, it’s the holiday season. Christmas music, twinkling lights, the works. When will the Phillies find a free agent under their tree? Will we have to wait until the 25th? We’ll see. Onto the links. Phillies news Per the Seattle Times, the Mariners are interested in Matt Strahm. Who are the main non-Phillies suitors in […]
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: […]
Following the departure of Luis Diaz over the summer, Cody Gakpo has become a firm lock to start games on the left for the Reds this season, and he is one of the few Liverpool players to appear in every league and European game so far this season for manager Arne Slot. Some would argue […]
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 […]
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 […]
Indianapolis Colts & IU Football – Massive & PERFECT weekend ahead? Hoosiers Hoops v ‘Ville too!
It was a quiet day on the front, with the hot stove doing little to surprise us yesterday as we amble towards the winter meetings. The Yankees made something resembling news, announcing their 2026 coaching staff, though that was more a formality, as they mostly confirmed earlier reports of changes within their staff. It’s not […]
The Pittsburgh Pirates swung a deal last night, sending right-handed pitcher Johan Oviedo as well as Minor League left-hander Tyler Samaniego and Minior League catcher Adonys Guzman in exchange for outfield prospect Jhostynxon Garcia and Minor League right-hander Jesus Travieso. Oviedo had Tommy John surgery in 2024, and then a lat injury in Spring Training shortened his […]
After being left on the bench for the last two games, speculation has naturally sprung about Mohamed Salah’s Liverpool future. Mike McGrather of The Telegraph is reporting that the Saudi Pro League are in a position to fund a move for the Egyptian and Liverpool legend should he look for a move abroad. Of course, […]
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?"
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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?"
Do you believe in ghosts? Because Mizzou women’s basketball sure does. With 6.2 seconds left and the Tigers trailing by one, Shannon Dowell threw an inbounds pass from the sideline to Jayla Smith, who handed the ball back to Dowell. She dribbled toward the top of the key, where Grace Slaughter set a ghost screen […]
The MLB Winter Meetings are a haven for baseball fans longing for 24-hour coverage of their favorite sport. The Hot Stove should come to a sizzle with the expected amount of free-agent signings and blockbuster trades to transpire next week. The San Diego Padres need starting pitching because of the holes in their rotation. They […]
The Red Sox just further bolstered their starting pitching depth with the acquisition of Johan Oviedo from the Pittsburgh Pirates. Jeff Passan had the news earlier this evening: One of the first things you’ll notice about Oviedo is his size. At 6′6″ and 275 pounds, he instantly becomes the largest player on the team, clocking […]
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 ...
New York built an early lead, weathered multiple Ottawa pushes, and capped things with Artemi Panarin’s 900th career point in a 4–2 victory over the Senators.
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 […]
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 […]
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...