All articles tagged with #player contracts
Aroldis Chapman's inflammatory comments have highlighted longstanding issues with Yankees management, particularly Brian Cashman's repeated misjudgments in acquiring high-profile players like Chapman, whose tenure and behavior reflect poorly on the franchise's decision-making and talent evaluation over the past decade.
The Colorado Rockies, after a disastrous 119-loss season, are undergoing a significant front office overhaul, including hiring Paul DePodesta as the new head of baseball operations, in an effort to revamp the organization and improve future performance, amid ongoing player contract decisions and roster adjustments.
Kirill Kaprizov's record-breaking $136 million, eight-year extension with the Minnesota Wild has set a new benchmark in NHL salaries, potentially influencing future player negotiations and the overall salary cap landscape, with agents noting its impact on star player valuations and the league's economic dynamics.
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones frequently negotiates directly with players, bypassing agents and the rules of the Collective Bargaining Agreement, but neither the NFL nor the NFLPA takes effective action, leading to higher costs for the team.
The Minnesota Wild signed five players—Cal Petersen, Nicolas Aube-Kubel, Ben Gleason, Matt Kiersted, and Tyler Pitlick—to various one- and two-year contracts, bolstering their roster with experienced NHL and AHL players.
The NHL released a comprehensive list of free agent signings and available players across various teams, detailing restricted and unrestricted free agents, recent signings, and players who did not receive offers, highlighting the ongoing player movement during the free agency period.
The NHL and NHLPA have agreed to a four-year extension of the collective bargaining agreement through 2030, ensuring labor peace, with key changes including an 84-game regular season starting in 2026, contract term limits, salary cap compliance in playoffs, and mandatory neck guards for players entering the league in 2026-27.
The NHL and NHL Players’ Association have agreed on a new collective bargaining agreement extending until 2030, featuring an 84-game regular season, shorter contracts, a playoff salary cap, increased minimum salaries, and changes to the EBUG system, aiming for labor peace and improved league stability.
The NHL and NHLPA have agreed to a four-year extension of the Collective Bargaining Agreement through the 2029-30 season, pending ratification, which includes an increase in regular season games to 84, a reduction in preseason games, and shorter maximum contract lengths, reflecting a positive working relationship and ongoing labor peace.
The Lakers aim to find the best available player in the NBA draft without a first-round pick, focusing on developing talent for the future, while the Clippers also seek the best player available with their picks, addressing team needs and contract decisions for key players like James Harden and Kawhi Leonard. Both teams are also managing significant contract decisions for their star players and veterans.
The article discusses various aspects of the Green Bay Packers' team management, including roster decisions, cap space strategies, player negotiations, and the importance of team depth and chemistry, highlighting the ongoing business side of football and its impact on team performance.
ESPN analyst Jay Bilas predicts that the recent NIL lawsuit settlement, which allows schools to sign players to multi-year contracts with buyout clauses and set spending caps, will reduce player transfers as athletes are more likely to stay due to contractual commitments and fair-market value oversight.
The Dallas Cowboys are anticipating another tight offseason in 2025, similar to 2024, due to salary cap constraints and the need to manage player contracts. Despite fan frustration over limited free agency activity, the team plans to maintain its conservative approach. With significant contracts for players like Micah Parsons looming and potential departures of key players, the Cowboys are focused on internal development rather than external acquisitions.
The Miami Heat are considering trading six-time All-Star Jimmy Butler due to their current lack of championship potential and financial constraints. Butler's age, injury history, and contract status make him a challenging trade candidate, but a move could benefit both parties. The Heat aim to gain draft assets and financial flexibility for future star acquisitions, while Butler could find a more competitive team and secure a long-term contract. The Heat's strategy involves preparing for future opportunities, potentially targeting the 2026 free agency class.
As MLB's Winter Meetings approach, teams are preparing to make significant moves in the free-agent market. The article explores potential player-team matches, suggesting fits for each of the 30 MLB teams. Notable players like Juan Soto, Corbin Burnes, and Pete Alonso are highlighted as key free agents whose decisions could set off a chain reaction in the market. The piece emphasizes that these are speculative pairings meant to spark discussion as teams and agents aim to finalize deals before heading to Dallas for the meetings.