All articles tagged with #baseball operations
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Cleveland Browns
Paul DePodesta, after nearly a decade with the Cleveland Browns as Chief Strategy Officer, has been appointed as the president of baseball operations for the Colorado Rockies, marking his return to Major League Baseball after a successful career in sports management and analytics.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by ESPN
The Colorado Rockies are hiring Paul DePodesta to overhaul their baseball operations after a poor 119-loss season, marking a return to baseball for DePodesta who previously worked with the Oakland A's and Los Angeles Dodgers. The team faces a tough rebuild in a competitive NL West, and DePodesta's first task will be to find a new manager, as the team currently has no manager after firing Bud Black.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The Washington Nationals have retained Mike DeBartolo in their front office but have parted ways with assistant GMs Eddie Longosz and Mark Scialabba as part of a broader staff overhaul under new president Paul Toboni, with several other staff members also expected to leave.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The Colorado Rockies have announced that GM Bill Schmidt is stepping down, with reports indicating he was fired, as the team begins a search for an external leader to modernize and rebuild their struggling baseball operations and farm system after a series of poor seasons and strategic missteps.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Boston Globe
Paul Toboni, a rising executive from the Red Sox, has been hired by the Nationals as their head of baseball operations, marking a significant move amidst ongoing organizational changes and the search for a new GM for the Nationals and the Red Sox.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by ESPN
The Washington Nationals are set to appoint Paul Toboni as their new head of baseball operations, bringing the young and highly regarded Boston Red Sox assistant GM to help improve the struggling team, which is currently last in the NL East and in need of a turnaround.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Bleacher Nation
The Miami Marlins are trading infielder Jake Burger to the Texas Rangers, despite Burger's solid performance and future potential, as he isn't arbitration-eligible until after 2025. This move suggests the Marlins, under new President of Baseball Operations Peter Bendix, might be planning a deeper roster rebuild, potentially involving more trades of key players like Sandy Alcántara and Jesus Luzardo.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns is sticking with his plan to prioritize the big picture while trying to maximize wins and make the playoffs. He remains transparent and consistent about his approach, emphasizing the importance of gathering information and being open to adaptation. Despite considering free agent J.D. Davis, the team is focused on developing young players like Brett Baty and Mark Vientos for third base. Stearns remains open to adjusting the team's strategy based on the evolving season and is optimistic about the Mets' potential for the upcoming season.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Tampa Bay Times
Tampa Bay Rays extend the contracts of baseball operations president Erik Neander and manager Kevin Cash, with the deals set to carry into and beyond the team’s planned 2028 move into a new St. Petersburg stadium. Neander, who has been with the Rays since 2007, has been instrumental in roster building and rebuilding efforts, while Cash, hired in 2015, has led the team to five consecutive playoff berths and a trip to the 2020 World Series. The terms of the new deals were not immediately available, and team officials plan to discuss the extensions at a scheduled media conference to open spring training.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
Dusty Baker is joining the San Francisco Giants as a special assistant, providing his experience to work with the baseball operations and assist with certain business operations, allowing him to remain involved with the game in a less demanding capacity than a managerial position, and work closer to his home in Sacramento. Baker previously managed the Giants for a decade, winning Manager of the Year honors and leading them to an NL pennant in 2002.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Battery Power
Since taking over as General Manager and later President of Baseball Operations for the Atlanta Braves in 2018, Alex Anthopoulos has led the team to unprecedented success, including multiple division titles, a World Series championship, and a consistently strong roster. His impact has solidified the Braves as a force in baseball, and his recent contract extension through 2031 reflects the organization's confidence in his leadership. Anthopoulos has earned the right to continue shaping the future of the Braves and is poised to lead the team into a new era of success.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The Atlanta Braves have extended president of baseball operations Alex Anthopoulos through the 2031 season, rewarding him with a seven-year contract extension. Anthopoulos has been instrumental in assembling a talented roster and brokering long-term deals with key players, leading the Braves to consistent success, including a 2021 World Series title. His track record and ability to secure club-friendly extensions have earned him this uncommonly lengthy contract, providing him the opportunity to continue building a perennial contender in Atlanta.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Athletic
The Atlanta Braves have extended general manager and president of baseball operations Alex Anthopoulos on a multiyear deal through the 2031 season, following their impressive success under his leadership, including winning the 2021 World Series. Anthopoulos, who joined the organization in 2017, has been instrumental in the team's achievements and has been praised for his transparent and open approach. The extension reflects the Braves' confidence in his ability to continue assembling competitive teams and making long-term decisions.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Battery Power
The Atlanta Braves have extended the contract of President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Alex Anthopoulos through the 2031 season, expressing confidence in his ability to deliver championship baseball for the team. Since joining the Braves in 2017, Anthopoulos has overseen significant success, including six straight division titles and the 2021 World Series win.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The St. Louis Cardinals have hired Chaim Bloom, the former chief baseball officer of the Red Sox, for an advisory role to president of baseball operations John Mozeliak. Bloom's tenure with the Red Sox saw mixed results, with budget constraints and some successful player signings. His specific involvement in the day-to-day operations of the Cardinals remains unclear, but his extensive baseball experience and background in player development could be valuable to the team.