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Free Agent Market

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sports1 year ago

"SF Giants' Contingency Plan: Replacing Tristan Beck After Injury"

San Francisco Giants' pitching rotation faces uncertainty with Tristan Beck's arm aneurysm and the lack of an official timetable for his return, prompting consideration of internal options including Sean Hjelle, Kai-Wei Teng, Trevor McDonald, Mason Black, Tommy Romero, Daulton Jefferies, Carson Seymour, Blayne Enlow, Carson Whisenhunt, Landen Roupp, and Hayden Birdsong. The team may also explore the possibility of a four-man rotation with an opener or bullpen games, with the new pitching coach expressing a preference for a more traditional approach.

sports-baseball1 year ago

"Red Sox Spring Training 2024: Roster Projections and Pitching Outlook"

The Red Sox are open to making more changes as spring training begins, particularly in bolstering their pitching inventory. They are keeping an eye on the free agent market for potential signings, with Montgomery being a likelier target than Snell. Additionally, they are open to adding complementary players, such as a right-handed thumper and are exploring the trade market for closer Kenley Jansen and some of their young outfielders. Despite efforts, the team has yet to find the right match for their offseason needs.

sports1 year ago

"Baltimore Orioles' New Ownership Group Sparks Optimism and Record Valuation"

The Orioles' acquisition of star starter Corbin Burnes coinciding with the announcement of the team's sale to David Rubenstein has sparked optimism for the team's future. With new ownership in place, there's hope for the Orioles to secure their young talent and make strategic moves. Meanwhile, the Angels' potential impact on the free-agent market and the interest in various pitchers and players are heating up the baseball offseason.

sports1 year ago

"SF Giants' Offseason Pursuits: Assessing Missed Opportunities and Future Targets"

The San Francisco Giants have made some moves in the offseason, including signing KBO outfielder Jung Hoo Lee and hard-throwing reliever Jordan Hicks, as well as acquiring Robbie Ray in a trade with the Mariners. They made a late run at Rhys Hoskins but missed out, and are still interested in adding a bat to the lineup. Third baseman Matt Chapman remains their top position-player target. However, with several needs unaddressed, the Giants have not significantly upgraded their power production or added stable innings behind ace Logan Webb, leaving questions about the composition of both the lineup and the rotation.

sports2 years ago

Yankees Favored to Sign Superstar Free Agent Yamamoto

The New York Yankees are seen as the favorites to sign free-agent pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto, according to MLB insider Bob Nightengale. The Los Angeles Dodgers are also reportedly interested in the 25-year-old right-hander. The Yankees, who have already made significant moves this offseason, are in need of starting pitching to support Gerrit Cole. Other teams, including the Boston Red Sox, are also meeting with Yamamoto.

sports2 years ago

"Yoshinobu Yamamoto: The $300 Million Risk Worth Taking?"

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen, accompanied by president of baseball operations David Stearns, flew to Japan to meet with Japanese ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who is the Mets' top free-agent target this offseason. The 25-year-old pitcher's price tag could exceed $250 million, with estimates suggesting he could bank $300 million. Yamamoto has won the Japanese equivalent of the Cy Young award for the last three seasons. The Mets are willing to wait for an answer from Yamamoto, and their offseason strategy heavily revolves around signing him.

sports2 years ago

Yankees' Aggressive Pursuit of Yoshinobu Yamamoto

The New York Yankees are aggressively pursuing Japanese right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the top arm on the free-agent market. General Manager Brian Cashman personally scouted Yamamoto, who is expected to command a contract north of $200 million. The Yankees, along with other big-market teams like the Giants, Mets, and Dodgers, are vying for the 25-year-old pitcher's services. Cashman and manager Aaron Boone are confident that Yamamoto would be a valuable addition to the team's rotation, and the Yankees are willing to play every card necessary to secure his signing.

sports2 years ago

"Broncos GM George Paton Faces Potential Departure of Randy Gregory with $28M"

Randy Gregory is leaving the Denver Broncos with a guaranteed $28 million in his pocket, raising questions about the performance of Broncos GM George Paton. Paton's results so far have been mixed, with questionable coaching hires, inconsistent drafting, and underwhelming free-agent signings. The power dynamic within the organization has shifted, with coach Sean Payton having the final say on decisions. As Gregory thrives elsewhere, Paton's ability to make impactful moves and build a successful team is being called into question.

sports2 years ago

"Giants' Reputation on Free-Agent Market: Damaged or Salvageable?"

The San Francisco Giants' unconventional use of pitchers and hitters this season, including placing struggling starters in bulk relief roles, has reportedly damaged their reputation on the free-agent pitching market. Industry insiders believe that potential rotation targets may be hesitant to sign with the Giants if they fear a similar fate. The team's unorthodox usage of players is seen as a hindrance in cultivating trust with future signings. Giants president of baseball operations, Farhan Zaidi, defended the team's approach, stating that it was a reaction to current circumstances and not a long-term ideology. The Giants hope that free agents still consider San Francisco a desirable destination.